Steven Witzel, MD | Northwestern Medicine

Practice Focus Areas

This medical professional has a particular interest or expertise in:

Adult Medicine

Education

Medical Education:: MD, University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine - 1984
Residency:: Louis A Weiss Memorial Hospital - 1987

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified)

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

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

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909 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

February 26, 2026

5.0

Dr. Witzel gave me time to fully hear my case. He is accommodating and so pleasant. I'm happy to be in his care.

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February 23, 2026

5.0

Dr. Witzel is always happy to explain things to you and to reassure you that you are either on your way to recovery or already doing well.

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February 17, 2026

5.0

Explains things very well. Personable, trustworthy.

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February 16, 2026

5.0

He listens to my concerns and has for the last 20 years.

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February 15, 2026

5.0

He is thoughtful and knows my health history and reminds me is available if I find a need for his services.

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February 14, 2026

5.0

Compassionate and caring, no rushing

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February 14, 2026

5.0

Thorough and friendly and professional

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February 12, 2026

5.0

Great bedside manner, responsive, intelligent, caring, good sense of humor

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February 09, 2026

5.0

I never feel rushed. Dr. Witzel takes the time to find out what's going on, always answers all my questions and concerns. He cares about his patients.

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February 05, 2026

5.0

Dr. Witzel always takes time to answer every question.

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February 04, 2026

5.0

He takes good time to make you important and recommends appropriate care

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February 03, 2026

5.0

He is a very professional Doctor and explained everything.

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February 03, 2026

5.0

He listens and he assess

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January 28, 2026

5.0

Knowledgeable. Professional. Listens to patient. Warm, with a good sense of humor.

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January 27, 2026

5.0

I trust his recommendations.

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January 21, 2026

5.0

Friendly, through and knowledgeable

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January 20, 2026

5.0

not in a rush listens

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January 20, 2026

5.0

He's a great doctor I want to recommend him to anybody I know

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January 16, 2026

5.0

He listens, cares, is calming and warm

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January 11, 2026

5.0

Dr Witzel takes time to show a patient that the visit is important while answering his/her questions with very reassuring answers. I always feel better after seeing him, even after I have "obsessed" over my symptoms. And -- this is very important -- he has a sense of humor! He can make a joke that makes you see how sometimes human behavior is truly comical.

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January 07, 2026

5.0

Very thorough and relatable

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January 06, 2026

5.0

A very good Doctor, full checkup, great guidance and answered everything

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December 30, 2025

5.0

Has a wonderful, calm temperament. Listens to what you say.

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December 28, 2025

5.0

satisfaction

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December 23, 2025

5.0

The scores are high because I want the Dr. to know that he is very concerned about my wellbeing.

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December 23, 2025

5.0

Great doctor vary caring.

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December 23, 2025

5.0

He's thorough, knowledgeable, caring and patient.

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December 22, 2025

5.0

Covers everything. Encouraging and informative

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December 21, 2025

5.0

Open, candid, and frank discussion. I like the doctor's demeanor.

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December 19, 2025

5.0

He is knowledgable, caring and efficient. I really enjoy visiting him.

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December 16, 2025

5.0

Really listens and goes the extra mile with your care

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December 10, 2025

5.0

Dr Steven Witzel is a very good doctor. He's kind and really listens to me and I trust him.

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December 09, 2025

5.0

Very experienced Dr

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December 09, 2025

5.0

Very personable and explains everything well.

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December 05, 2025

5.0

He listens. He gives excellent suggestions to promote my good health.

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December 03, 2025

5.0

After Witzel's been my doctor for many years and he's always been there for me answering any questions explaining anything that I'm curious I don't understand very nice gentleman

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December 02, 2025

5.0

Patient, kind, thorough. caring

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December 02, 2025

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable and caring

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November 25, 2025

5.0

See above. Plus it was lovely I was told that he was running late.

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November 24, 2025

5.0

Dr. Witzel has a genuinely caring demeanor. I trust his opinions and recommendations based on his knowledge and experience. I like him very much!

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November 24, 2025

4.0

Good doctor, spends time with you, you're not rushed. Answers all your questions. But, almost always running late and you're left sitting & waiting.

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November 23, 2025

5.0

He did not rush me and listened to my concerns...got everything buttoned up..He offered me a flu and covid shot. I told him I didnt want the covid shot, he gave me reasons to think about it, which I still am.

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November 21, 2025

5.0

He connects with his patients.

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November 20, 2025

5.0

I trust him and he's very calming

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November 19, 2025

5.0

He is an extremely knowledgeable, compassionate, patient, friendly doctor. He listens, gives great suggestions, and spends whatever amount of time necessary to resolve issues. His assistant is excellent, as well.

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November 18, 2025

5.0

He takes his time and talks to you. He wants to know all about you and then evaluates how you are doing. He uses good common sense when answering questions.

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November 18, 2025

5.0

Empathetic and caring

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November 10, 2025

5.0

My doctor for years

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November 09, 2025

5.0

My brother is a nurse and he has a lot of praise for Dr. Witzel

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November 07, 2025

4.0

I feel confident with his assessment and that he hears me.

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November 06, 2025

5.0

He spent time asking questions to learn about me and he answered my questions. He is knowledgeable and friendly. I didn't feel rushed. Nice bed side manner.

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October 31, 2025

5.0

He was very thorough with his questions, the exam and addressed my concerns. It was very convenient to be able to get my labs done right there and she was very good at it, I didn't feel it. The person who checked me in was friendly and the wait was short

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October 28, 2025

5.0

Smart, friendly but all business when needed , kind and approachable

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October 21, 2025

5.0

Best of the best

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October 21, 2025

5.0

He takes time to examine me and doesn't rush the exam.

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October 21, 2025

5.0

Great doctor, takes time to observe the patient and gives detailed advice for good health.

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October 20, 2025

5.0

Dr Witzel was professional and made me feel comfortable at the office.

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October 20, 2025

5.0

I feel he listens to me

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October 20, 2025

5.0

Is he's a great experience doctor who knows what he's doing

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October 13, 2025

5.0

Dr. Witzel is knowledgeable, patient, friendly, and very compassionate. I never feel rushed or dismissed when I see him. His "assistant," Amanda is kind, welcoming, and very good at her job.

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October 13, 2025

5.0

Dr. Witzel is an amazing doctor who listens attentively to patient concerns and diligently works to find solutions to alleviate any problems they may be facing. Highly recommend his care to others

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October 11, 2025

5.0

Caring, professional. Focus on wellness

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October 08, 2025

5.0

I have been with Dr Witzel for many years and he has always taken very good care of me.

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October 06, 2025

5.0

He listens to you and helps with what ails you.

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October 01, 2025

5.0

I have been a patient of Dr. Witzel for many years and he has always been honest and treated me well. Great Doctor!

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October 01, 2025

5.0

Great service

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September 29, 2025

5.0

See above. And Great caring doctor

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September 29, 2025

5.0

Great doctor

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September 26, 2025

5.0

He is incredible. I wish everyone could have a caring physician like Dr. Witzel. I appreciate the time he takes with me.

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September 20, 2025

5.0

Dr Witzel is very patient and through.

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September 19, 2025

5.0

He's a great listener. Never rushing

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September 17, 2025

5.0

No nonsense approach and frank candor.

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September 17, 2025

5.0

He never rushes me through my Appt.

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September 17, 2025

5.0

Extraordinarily thorough, professional and engaged!

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September 17, 2025

5.0

Good care.

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September 16, 2025

5.0

He is definitely one the best caring Primary Dr I have ever had in my 63 years of seeing a PR

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September 12, 2025

5.0

MD S. Witzel asks question and listen answers with interest and empathy.

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September 12, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable and spends time discussing health issues with you.

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September 09, 2025

5.0

Listens and explains. Cares for me

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September 07, 2025

5.0

Very nice doctor very polite doctor unbelievable doctor

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September 04, 2025

5.0

Great doctor. Very personable. Explains everything very well.

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September 03, 2025

5.0

Dr. Witzel's in my doctor for many many years a good 1520 he's always been there for me. He's always been helpful for me and he's always looked out and cared for me. He's got a nice personality a friendly smile when you can see it behind his mask he wears for protection of himself and his patience. It's just an all-around nice guy and a smart doctor.

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September 02, 2025

5.0

I know whomever needs a Dr. would be satisfied with Dr. Witzel.

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September 01, 2025

5.0

Dr. Witzel is patient, understanding and knowledgeable.

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August 31, 2025

5.0

He has always been professional and conscientious

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August 29, 2025

5.0

He did the complete check and assessment on me, from medical history to physical examination. He checked my BP manually. His discharge instructions specifically the test to be done are explained to me.

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August 25, 2025

5.0

Excellent care

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August 20, 2025

5.0

Great doctor. He listens to your concerns and explains everything perfectly.

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August 16, 2025

5.0

Cares and puts together solutions

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August 15, 2025

5.0

Cares about me as a person

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August 12, 2025

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable, excellent people skills and empathy.

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August 11, 2025

5.0

He was very easy to speak with ~ answered all my questions.

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August 06, 2025

5.0

He take his time and explain. Easy to talk to, wonderful doctor.

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August 05, 2025

5.0

He was great.

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August 03, 2025

5.0

Exceptional primary with genuine concern. Takes the time needed for being seen. We have stayed with Dr Witzel since he left the Advocate system and changed to Northwestern

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August 01, 2025

5.0

Excellent manner and easy to understand

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July 30, 2025

5.0

He is thought and knows my history

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July 29, 2025

5.0

Doesn't rush you and takes the time to explain your questions.

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July 28, 2025

5.0

He's interested and concerned with my well being.

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July 27, 2025

5.0

All of Dr. Witzels advicefor my medical care has always been a big help to me.

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Disclosures

Steven Witzel, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

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