Vera H. Rigolin, MD

Vera H. Rigolin, MD

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Cardiology

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine - 1988
Residency:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 1991
Fellowships:
Duke University Hospital - 1995

Languages Spoken

  • Portuguese

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease (Certified)

Faculty Profile

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:
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Palos Hospital

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5.0
5.0 

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85 Reviews

August 27, 2023

5.0

She is nice and she took her time and she obviously knows what she’s doing

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August 23, 2023

5.0

My doctor vera Rigolin,for the last 10 years have taking Kare of mi. Im alive today because in every aspect,no one compare. Thank you doctor.

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August 22, 2023

5.0

She was friendly, professional, thorough and informative.

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August 21, 2023

5.0

She really cares about your well being.

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August 20, 2023

5.0

very professional

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August 15, 2023

5.0

Very considerate, thorough and took her time with me

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August 15, 2023

5.0

See above. Great doctor. I felt very comfortable with her and her P.A.!!!

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August 08, 2023

5.0

Very nice and professional

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August 07, 2023

5.0

As stated above she really takes her time with me, addressing her concerns, and answering any questions/concerns I have.

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August 06, 2023

5.0

Fine Doctor - answers all questions - communication with her is fast - my pharmacy tell me this doctors office is easy to work with

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August 06, 2023

5.0

Dr Rigolin is competent and caring, and makes me feel at ease. She is an excellent doctor, who I greatly trust.

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August 06, 2023

5.0

Same as prior answer. Dr. Rigolin listens to what I have to say.

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August 01, 2023

5.0

Long time patient

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August 01, 2023

5.0

Good communication , thorough, kind, personable.

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July 30, 2023

5.0

She is the smartest doctor I know who also cares about her patients

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July 27, 2023

5.0

Excellent care provided .

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July 26, 2023

5.0

I have a 10 because you do not have a higher score. She is way beyond a 10.

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July 25, 2023

5.0

Dr. Rigolin and nurses are extremely professional and thorough. Dr. Rigolin is an excellent physician and great bedside manner.

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July 22, 2023

5.0

She listens, is detail-oriented and responsive.

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July 18, 2023

5.0

She is thorough and explains things in a way that is understandable and not alarming. She has a wonderful ‘bedside’ manner and shows authentic concern.

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July 11, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable, straightforward with a gentle touch.

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July 06, 2023

5.0

Dr. Rigolin is an excellent cardiologist.

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June 29, 2023

5.0

One of the best doctors in the city of Chicago!!

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June 26, 2023

5.0

She is knowledgeable, thorough, attentive and always willing to take the time to listen to and address all of my concerns and questions.

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June 25, 2023

5.0

Sound judgment. Always looking for ways to improve my cardio condition.

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June 21, 2023

5.0

She is very thorough, professional yet personal! I trust her for the best care

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June 20, 2023

5.0

Dr. Rigolin takes the time to review my status and explain the options thoroughly.

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June 14, 2023

5.0

Dr Rigolin is the best. She is a great listener and totally involves you in the care plan. Always leave her feeling confident in your care.

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June 13, 2023

5.0

She’s a good listener and answers questions

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June 09, 2023

5.0

Excellent doctor

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June 07, 2023

5.0

She is outstanding, professional, knowledgeable, effective, kind and caring.

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June 06, 2023

5.0

Very nice and welcoming. We covered a lot in our initial one hour visit. So sick of. North Shores short visits. Her staff were excellent.

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June 06, 2023

5.0

The best

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June 05, 2023

5.0

Helpful, always good natured, caring.

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June 05, 2023

5.0

Very good and very personal .

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May 31, 2023

5.0

Wonderful experience!

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May 31, 2023

5.0

She takes the time to listen and gives options instead of just telling me what I should do.

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May 30, 2023

5.0

Experience and demeanor are excellent.

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May 25, 2023

5.0

Excellent knowledge and bedside manner

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May 24, 2023

5.0

Dr Rigolin is the best!

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May 23, 2023

5.0

Smart, kind, knowledgeable.

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May 21, 2023

5.0

Dr. Rigolin is very thorough and detailed, a good listener, and knows what questions to draw out of the patient to get the right dx

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May 21, 2023

5.0

Highly knowldgable, personal, cares for patients consistently.

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May 19, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable, friendly

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May 19, 2023

5.0

Doctor Rigolin is an excellent doctor she always explains to me what's going on and how my meds work and and she gives me her full attention.

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May 17, 2023

5.0

Dr Rigolin is very attentive and showed interest on my concerns.

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May 15, 2023

4.0

She is very in touch

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May 15, 2023

5.0

Dr Rigolin is friendly, efficient & professional & has taken great care of me for 12 yrs. I would not change cardiologists for anything. I gladly trust her with my life.

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May 14, 2023

5.0

Dr. Rigolin is a very caring doctor who genuinely cares about her patients and the care they receive.

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May 13, 2023

5.0

Very thorough evaluation and took my concerns seriously and developed a plan for care

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May 09, 2023

5.0

Thorough , thoughtful, and personable.

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May 08, 2023

5.0

She listened, provided thoughts,

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May 07, 2023

5.0

But sadly she is impossible for people to get in to see.

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May 04, 2023

5.0

Dr Rigolin is exceptionally informed, and I feel she looks out for my health and wellness. She (and her team) always respond promptly and thoroughly.

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May 03, 2023

5.0

Dr. Rigolin’s warm, friendly and unassuming manner makes it easy to talk about one’s medical concerns. She is a very accomplished physician and a wonderful person. I feel very fortunate to have her as my doctor.

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May 02, 2023

5.0

Incredibly professional effective and supportive

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April 27, 2023

5.0

She is a top notch Cardiologist. She and her very competent Nursing staff (Diana and Michelle []) have been a very attentive and responsive team. Their demeanor is professional as well as personable.

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April 26, 2023

5.0

Dr. Rigolin treats her patients with compassion, respect, and professionalism.

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April 24, 2023

5.0

Professional clinical care & outstanding patient communication

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April 20, 2023

5.0

Smart, personable, felt like she saw me as a person not “another patient” gave great recommendations to improve health. Listened

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April 19, 2023

5.0

Dr. Rigolin has treated my partner for several years and het’s rave reviews from him. Based on my first visit with her — where she gave me clear advice and answered all my questions — I can see why she is so highly regarded.

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April 15, 2023

5.0

Great meeting with great listening, and very knowledgeable

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April 13, 2023

5.0

She really cares about my health.

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April 12, 2023

5.0

Dr. Rigolin is very thorough, compassionate, and knowledgeable. She encourages me to take the steps necessary to improve my health.

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April 05, 2023

5.0

She’s a great, experienced practitioner that OTHER doctors recommend highly. She’s a great listener with thoughtful treatment ideas. Her staff is thoughtful and professional. The appointment began on time as well.

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April 05, 2023

5.0

Very professional and always listens.

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April 03, 2023

5.0

She is the best

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March 30, 2023

5.0

Very patient oriented

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March 29, 2023

5.0

Dr. Rigolin is very thorough and listens to concerns while maintaining a very comfortable tone.

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March 26, 2023

5.0

Same as above. She is very thorough and is a good listener to the patients concerns.

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March 22, 2023

5.0

Best there is in my opinion. Very warm, professional and easy to talk to. Worth the trip up from SC.

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March 22, 2023

5.0

Excellent

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March 21, 2023

5.0

Been with her for a long time. Great doctor - caring, smart and really interested in me and how I'm doing. Knowledgeable, and caring.

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March 21, 2023

5.0

Best MD I've ever visited.

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March 11, 2023

5.0

What a wonderful doctor. So attentive and really explained everything.

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March 07, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable and took time to explain treatment options.

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March 06, 2023

5.0

Known her for a long time. Excellent physician and wonderful bedside manner

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March 01, 2023

5.0

She is thorough, knowledgeable, and kind.

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February 28, 2023

5.0

Outstanding physician

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February 27, 2023

5.0

Professional and thorough. Answered my questions.

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February 27, 2023

5.0

She is friendly and focuses on you. Very thorough.

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February 25, 2023

5.0

Dr Rigolin is brilliant yet so very warm and personable. She listens carefully and thoroughly involves me in decision making.

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February 25, 2023

5.0

Dr. Rigolin is a very empathetic, knowledgeable, professional and caring person.

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February 24, 2023

5.0

Good listener and good interaction.

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February 23, 2023

5.0

Dr. Rigolin has always been very thorough with me and explains everything in layman’s terms

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