Stephen T. Magill, MD, PhD

Stephen T. Magill, MD, PhD

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Understanding and Managing Meningioma

A closer look at this common brain tumor.

 Mark Fenton, Steven T. Magill, MD, PhD, and patient Leslie Fenton stand together smiling at Northwestern Memorial Hospital.

A One-In-A-Million Case Requires Expert Care

Expanding possibilities with a minimally invasive craniotomy.

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Oregon Health and Science University School of Medicine - 2013
Professional Education:
PhD, Oregon Health and Science University School of Medicine - 2011
Residency:
University of California (San Francisco) - 2020
Fellowships:
Ohio State University Hospital - 2021

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Neurological Surgery - Neurological Surgery (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Assistant Professor, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:
Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital
Central DuPage Hospital
Delnor Hospital
Northwestern McHenry Huntley & Woodstock Hospitals
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Palos Hospital

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April 15, 2025

5.0

Handsome

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April 14, 2025

5.0

Excellent!

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April 11, 2025

5.0

He is caring and thorough. He has no ego. He is a wonderful surgeon.

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April 11, 2025

5.0

Professional and caring

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April 10, 2025

5.0

Dr. Magill is the best. He's personable, empathetic, curious and simply the best.

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April 08, 2025

5.0

Dr Magill is a caring professional who takes the time to help a patient understand exactly what he sees and to review treatment options. I am so grateful to call him "my" brain doctor. I feel confident that I am in very capable hands.

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April 08, 2025

5.0

Just because he is the best in his job

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April 07, 2025

5.0

Dr Magill has an amazing bedside manner, he takes as much time as needed to answer questions and concerns with a very down to earth method. He is extremely skilled and I am incredibly grateful he is the one who completed my surgery!

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April 06, 2025

5.0

And again of his knowledge

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April 04, 2025

5.0

Dr. Magill has been nothing but fantastic even for the short time I've seen him.

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April 03, 2025

5.0

He is a genius, very kind and a professional.

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April 01, 2025

5.0

Can't say enough wonderful things about Dr. Magill! He's so knowledgeable,explains everything in an understandable manner. He answers all questions and never makes you feel rushed .

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March 30, 2025

5.0

knowledgeable, thorough, personable

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March 26, 2025

5.0

Dr. Magill did a great job of remembering details from our discussions when I was in the hospital, provided clear and detailed information about treatment, and was very patient and took time to ensure all my questions were addressed.

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March 26, 2025

5.0

Dr. Magill took his time meeting with me and talking about my condition. He allowed time for me to ask my questions and I didn't feel rushed during the appointment. He gave good explanations that were in language a non-medical person could understand.

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March 22, 2025

5.0

Doctor Stephen T. Magill, PhD is a devoted expert in his field.

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March 21, 2025

5.0

He listened to me and gave me a plan for the future

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March 17, 2025

5.0

Dr. Magill reviewed my MRI and clearly explained the issue and the possible courses of action. He took the time to patiently listen to and answer all my questions. His medical staff was very helpful, as well.

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March 15, 2025

5.0

He responded same day

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March 11, 2025

5.0

He answers your questions without ever rushing you. He is thorough, pleasant, and reassuring throughout.

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March 03, 2025

5.0

Dr. Magill has been absolutely fantastic. He took time out of his weekend off to come do my operation. I am so very grateful for his expertise and generosity.

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March 01, 2025

5.0

Dr McGill has literally saved my life. Explains things in a manner where you can understand it. Very caring person.

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March 01, 2025

5.0

I'm very confident I'm getting the very best care. Moving to Northwestern Doctors was the very best decision I've made

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February 11, 2025

5.0

I have already n everyone I send to him or any of the drs love this group

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February 04, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable, extremely friendly, and did a great job of explaining everything.

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February 01, 2025

5.0

Dr. Magill is the best at what he does. Always explaining the plan to me every step of the way. I received excellent care from his whole team.

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January 29, 2025

5.0

He is a very caring, empathetic doctor that takes time for his patients. He does not make you feel rushed. He spends as much time as the patient needs. Answers all questions and does not make one feel silly for asking... anything.

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January 28, 2025

5.0

Dr. Magill was informative, attentive, and concern about my issues. He was very nice to talk to, knowledgeable, intelligent, respectful and for sure I have confidence in him not to mention we were talking about my brain, right? Overall, I was very happy that I chose him when my daughter sent me the list of the neurosurgeons at Northwestern Hospital.

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January 26, 2025

5.0

My hope is that your outreach efforts allow more money to be allocated to the research of meningiomas for Dr. Magill. His passion in research of meningiomas is one of the reasons I chose him as my neurosurgeon. I couldn't be happier with his minimally invasive approach to my surgery. It only took me 2 weeks to feel like myself again after my meningioma removal. He did a superb job.

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January 23, 2025

5.0

every one in the office was very kind and I did not feel rushed rushed during my appointment

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January 15, 2025

5.0

Dr. Magill is great. You can tell he has a deep knowledge and passion for his craft, and his empathetic bedside manner shows he truly cares about his patients. I feel supported and trust that my wellbeing is in good hands with him.

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January 15, 2025

5.0

He was very competent and thorough in discussing my MRI and I appreciated the time he took to answer my questions. His friendly manner was much appreciated.

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January 14, 2025

5.0

He answered all my questions and his explanations were very thorough. Great bed side manner on a subject that is very serious and complex.

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January 14, 2025

5.0

Dr. Magill is truly a very knowledgeable surgeon, explains everything concerning the surgery. I also believe he is a very caring doctor.

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January 12, 2025

5.0

I felt comfortable asking questions and didn't feel like he was going to tell me just anything.

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January 11, 2025

5.0

Kind and caring bedside manner, benign tumor was successfully removed, and everything Dr. Magill predicted and advised has come to fruition.

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January 11, 2025

5.0

Dr. Magill is wonderful. He is warm, friendly, and very easy to talk to. He makes things easy to understand and does what he can to put your mind at ease. I feel so fortunate to have found such a brilliant and compassionate doctor.

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January 08, 2025

5.0

Dr. Magill is kind and caring and has no ego! He cares about his patients and treats them with respect. He is very knowledgeable. He is not rushed and answers all questions. He puts the patient at ease during a very stressful time.

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January 07, 2025

5.0

Great communicator. Put me at ease

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January 06, 2025

5.0

I recommend Dr. Magill for his excellent service and care.

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December 31, 2024

5.0

Extremely skilled, best out there. Informative, kind. Diligent and Pass

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December 30, 2024

5.0

Good bedside manner

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December 23, 2024

5.0

Felt comfortable with him. He's caring and explains things very well that make you feel good when you leave the office.

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December 21, 2024

5.0

I feel like I can trust what Dr. Magill is telling me. He is very knowledgeable and explains the good and the bad. Doesn't rush through the appointment.

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December 17, 2024

5.0

The doctor took the time to explain my issues and was very helpful

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December 16, 2024

5.0

Dr. Magill extremely knowledgeable professional takes the time to explain everything, puts your mind

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December 05, 2024

5.0

Like they way he explained everything to me.n very professional

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December 04, 2024

5.0

Because he knows his job

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December 02, 2024

5.0

He is great!

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November 20, 2024

5.0

Excellent surgeon; wonderful bedside manner

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November 19, 2024

5.0

It is not easy to find a good surgeon - I would think others could benefit from him.

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November 18, 2024

5.0

Great mind.

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November 12, 2024

5.0

Highly good communicator with the ability to set a vision for the future.

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November 03, 2024

5.0

Seem very knowledgeable felt like he cared about you as a patient. Didn't feel like he was rushing you and explained everything so we could just understand it.

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October 23, 2024

5.0

expertise, manner, reputation and my experience

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October 22, 2024

5.0

Excellent care. Attentive, thorough. Surgery was flawless and successful.

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October 21, 2024

5.0

Very thorough and detailed

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October 15, 2024

5.0

Great knowledge, patience and experience.

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October 10, 2024

5.0

Dr. Magill is literally saving my life.

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October 09, 2024

5.0

Dr. Magill is clearly an expert in the field. He was clear, competent, and compassionate during the visit, and he gave me tremendous confidence and comfort in treatment of my condition.

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October 08, 2024

5.0

The very best the way his peers talk about him and respect him is comforting and just talking to him you feel safe with him and his team cutting into you I'm very blessed to have the very best

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September 29, 2024

5.0

Always professional always kind very good doctor I have nothing negative to say I couldn't find anything of I looked

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September 27, 2024

5.0

Very easy to talk to and he explained everything. And options. Or pathways if the Cabergoline doesn't shrink to nothing

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September 24, 2024

5.0

Your attention and kindness

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September 22, 2024

5.0

Dr. Magill is truly Gods miracle worker.

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September 17, 2024

5.0

Awesome Dr. Very calmn, good listener, explains well in common language, takes time to understand and answer questions.

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September 16, 2024

5.0

He was patient and took time to explain my questions. Very professional.

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September 10, 2024

5.0

Dr. Stephen T. Magill is one of the finest doctors I have ever had the chance to know. Dr. Magill listens carefully and answers all questions with long, thoughtful kind responses. It is too bad Dr. Magill does not care for patients with other problems. Every single doctor I know could learn how to care for people by listening and watching Dr. Magill. I am so lucky that he operated on me.

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September 09, 2024

5.0

A superb physician/professional!

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September 08, 2024

5.0

Dr. Magill is competent and caring

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September 06, 2024

5.0

He is a nice person and very professional and caring.,

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September 04, 2024

5.0

If seeing Dr. Magill it's probably very serious situation. He takes time to explain everything so you can understand, review and explain the scans.

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HealthBeat

A doctor’s hand pointing at a brain scan.

Understanding and Managing Meningioma

A closer look at this common brain tumor.

 Mark Fenton, Steven T. Magill, MD, PhD, and patient Leslie Fenton stand together smiling at Northwestern Memorial Hospital.

A One-In-A-Million Case Requires Expert Care

Expanding possibilities with a minimally invasive craniotomy.

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