Donald M. Lloyd-Jones, MD

Donald M. Lloyd-Jones, MD

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Preventive Cardiology

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Practice Focus Areas

  • Atherosclerosis Prevention

Education

Medical Education:
MD, Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons - 1991
Residency:
Massachusetts General Hospital - 1994
Fellowships:
Massachusetts General Hospital - 1997

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March 03, 2014

Languages Spoken

  • Spanish

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

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August 10, 2022

5.0

He is kind, personable and very knowledgeable. I am very glad to see him.

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August 08, 2022

5.0

Direct conversations. Best options presented.

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August 05, 2022

5.0

Brilliant, thorough, attentive. What more could you ask for?

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July 27, 2022

5.0

Dr. Lloyd-Jones was able to easily explain important information across the board and talk through our proactive plan. His personable and informative approach made me feel very comfortable.

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July 22, 2022

5.0

I’m getting excellent care from him He takes the time to listen to what is working well and what my concerns are. His expertise has improved my quality of life.

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July 22, 2022

5.0

Wonderful teaching

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July 22, 2022

5.0

He’s great

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July 14, 2022

5.0

Good attitude.

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July 11, 2022

5.0

Dr. Llooyd-Jones is excellent.

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July 05, 2022

5.0

Dr. Lloyd-Jones applies his training effectively.

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July 01, 2022

5.0

His care starts with the patient as a human being deserving respect, time, education and humor. He is patient and yet clear on what we need to do to live a live a healthy life. Dr. LJ asks about my family and knows my interests. Again….the best.

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June 30, 2022

5.0

I came to Nortwestern as a walk in to E.R. with heart attack symptoms- dr Lloyd jones was on duty. He was great in explaining what was happening to me and providing for my treatment. That was well over a decade- he has been my cardiologist since- he and his staff have been informative, so helpful and professional in every way.

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June 30, 2022

5.0

Dr. Lloyd-Jones is friendly, listens carefully to the patient and shows what I believe is a very sincere interest in their well-being.

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June 20, 2022

5.0

He is a real gentleman, caring and you know you are not in only good hands, but excellent hands. I trust this man with my life that should be reason enough for this maximum score.

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June 09, 2022

5.0

I think he’s great. Very patient, take time to answer my questions, never in a hurry always patient.

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June 03, 2022

5.0

Total confidence in him.

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June 03, 2022

5.0

Considers total care and addresses issues and schedules follow up to make sure things are going as planned

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June 02, 2022

5.0

Great physician!

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May 26, 2022

5.0

Stays on top of latest research. Hears and sees the whole patient. Excellent doctor.

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May 23, 2022

5.0

Dr. Donald M. Lloyd-Jones is one of the most knowledgeable and intelligent cardiologist, very kind and very patient.

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May 19, 2022

5.0

Personable and knowledgeable

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May 14, 2022

5.0

Dr. Donald Lloyd Jones has always been extremely through in explaining my cardiac situations. My many questions and concerns are always answered and never in a condescending manner. Having a chronic condition is unusual and has been stressful for me and I feel as a patient of Dr. LJ I’m in the best place.

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May 06, 2022

5.0

Professional & Knowledgeable.

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May 05, 2022

5.0

Always prompt and I trust him

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May 02, 2022

5.0

He is the most compassionate, intelligent physician!

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April 30, 2022

5.0

Dr Lloyd Jones impressed me with his personal and professional skills. I felt like he cared about my health and explained everything so I understood my protocols. Great first visit!!!

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April 30, 2022

5.0

Genuinely concerned

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April 29, 2022

5.0

He knows what he is talking about. He is smart.

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April 22, 2022

5.0

He is a fabulous doctor, great listener, problem solver, at the top of his field.

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April 19, 2022

5.0

See above gushing.

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April 18, 2022

5.0

Above was regarding Dr. Lloyd Jones. I go to an institution where there are good Dr.’s

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April 16, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable

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April 14, 2022

5.0

He is great with patients.he listens and gives great feedback and advice.demonstrates a lot of concern for the patient

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March 18, 2022

5.0

he is not only super intelligent but a genuinely nice man who listens to his patients and cares for them as human beings. Always friendly, open and makes you feel like you're his only patient, which you know isn't true.Can't rate him high enough on this scale.

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March 15, 2022

5.0

I’m very happy with Dr. Jones. He takes his time, answers questions and has a good bedside manner.

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March 15, 2022

5.0

He is the best because he demonstrates a strong interest in his patients.

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March 15, 2022

5.0

I like his personality and professionalism.

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March 11, 2022

5.0

All of the above reasons

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March 10, 2022

5.0

He is not only a very gifted doctor, he is a very kind and compassionate person. THE BEST.

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March 10, 2022

5.0

He is very caring answers questions does a thorough exam

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March 10, 2022

5.0

Excellent!!,,,,

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March 01, 2022

5.0

Dr. Donald M. Lloyd-Jones MD is very considerate and listens to your needs and what you have to say. He is kind, caring and explains in detail. He is a pleasure to talk to and goes above and beyond to help his patients.

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February 27, 2022

5.0

He is a great Doctor

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February 26, 2022

5.0

He is phenomenal in his professionalism and knowledge. He was detailed and explained every prior test result and developed a care and treatment plan with a detailed explanation. He went through the anatomy and physiology of the heart with interest and concern for my history and symptoms.

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February 25, 2022

5.0

Dr. Lloyd-Jones was just amazing. He was friendly and very compassionate. He explained things so easily and spent a lot of time with me making me comfortable and was extremely thorough. I felt like I was in good hands with him and I am very confident in his care.

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February 15, 2022

5.0

at my age of 82 yrs., Dr. Lloyd-Jones who cared for me for more than 20+ years, is by far the best Physician I had ever encountered. I trust him and trusted him with my life which he kept me feeling at my 30's !!!

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February 11, 2022

5.0

I feel that the doctor is genuinely interested in me as an individual and my future success as their patient.

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February 01, 2022

5.0

I feel that Dr. Lloyd is an excellent dr.

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January 10, 2022

5.0

He gives good guidance and suggestions to help me keep my blood pressure down and patient with questuons.

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December 23, 2021

5.0

Dr Lloyd-Jones is an amazing doctor. He is the top in his field technically while simultaneously he is warm,, a great listener, thoughtful.

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December 17, 2021

5.0

DMLJ is a consummate professional

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December 16, 2021

5.0

He fantastic, approachable and a good guy

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December 16, 2021

5.0

He cares, listens and takes time to understand the patients concerns.

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December 16, 2021

5.0

Besides being a great doctor, he is a caring human being.

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December 13, 2021

5.0

Great doctor and very personable. Very good about spending the right amount of time with me.

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December 13, 2021

5.0

Dr. Lloyd-Jones takes the time to explain my test results and the reasons for his recommendations. And he is obviously a national expert in his field of preventive cardiology.

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December 13, 2021

5.0

I’ve been under the care of Dr Lloyd Jones for over ten years and he has understood my medical concerns and has acted accordingly to insure I lead full and healthy life.

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December 10, 2021

5.0

Dr. Lloyd-Jones takes the time to listen to my concerns and answer all of my questions.

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December 10, 2021

5.0

Excellent care

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December 06, 2021

5.0

He listen , he answer all my questions. Great bedside manners.

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December 05, 2021

5.0

Wonderful manners and attention to health care

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November 23, 2021

5.0

I gave Dr. Lloyd-Jones a 10 evaluation because you did not provide with the possibly of a 11 evaluationtion.

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November 22, 2021

5.0

Very thorough. Gives clear explanations, pleasant demeanor

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November 22, 2021

5.0

Very good listener, never seems rushed, excellent care, great resident assistants

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November 20, 2021

5.0

He is very understanding. Listens to me. Gives me guidance regarding my health and encourages me when I need it. And most of all when I came to see him my cholesterol was very high. I am now in normal range and have been for years.

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November 19, 2021

5.0

He’s caring, communicates superbly and is one of the best cardiologists in the country

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November 19, 2021

5.0

Donal Lloyd Jones exemplifies the meaning of care!

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November 18, 2021

5.0

Simply a phenomenal physician

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November 18, 2021

5.0

He is amazing! The best cardiologist!! Very empathetic, caring and always seeking answers. I love that he encourages me to get other opinions…..that’s the definition of a true caregiver without an ego. He’s the best!

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November 05, 2021

5.0

Excellent Dr.

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November 05, 2021

5.0

Very efficient and seems to care about his patients

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October 28, 2021

5.0

His patient, concerned thorough and gives undivided attention.

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October 22, 2021

5.0

Not only is Dr. Lloyd Jones knowledgeable he is always attentive to my questions and he is never condescending. Since transferring to Dr. Lloyd’s practice my blood pressure is under control. My recent stress echo uncovered an arrhythmia and feel confident that the medications. Dr. Lloyd Jones has prescribed is putting me on the right track.

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October 18, 2021

5.0

Highly qualified. Caring physician.

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October 07, 2021

5.0

BEST DR EVER! What a kind, compassionate, caring physician! He’s been my cardiologist for 16 years and through 3 heart attacks. I trust him literally with my life! He listens, he understands, he looks for answers and treats me like all patients should be treated! Northwestern is very lucky to have him!!!

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September 21, 2021

5.0

very professional, caring, known him for many years

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September 20, 2021

5.0

Dr. Lloyd-Jones is very caring and very thorough. His credentials are second to none.

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September 17, 2021

5.0

Very knowledgeable and concerning Doctor

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September 14, 2021

5.0

Credibility!

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September 09, 2021

5.0

He is knowledgeable, personable, and inspires confidence. My husband and I are very grateful that he is our cardiologist. Beverly and Todd Parkhurst

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August 30, 2021

5.0

Highly competent and knowledgeable yet with humble demeaner. Very assuring. One of a Kind Top bedside manners. By far the best I had in my 81 years.

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August 28, 2021

5.0

He provides The most comprehensive and compassionate medical care

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August 27, 2021

5.0

Dr. DLJ not only heals the heart but heals the soul as well.

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August 26, 2021

5.0

Awesome doctor

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August 19, 2021

5.0

Where to start? Hes one of the best in the field, yet communicates in a direct 1:1 manner that makes me feel that we are arriving at an approach together. Genuinely warm and caring.

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August 12, 2021

5.0

Takes a personal interest in me

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July 28, 2021

5.0

Ever since 2006, when cardiologists from Mass General Hospital (who had cared for Mr. Bjornson under critical circumstances, resulting - ultimately - in Triple By-pass surgery) referred us to Donald Lloyd-Jones, we have considered ourselves fortunate to know and be under the care of Dr. Lloyd-Jones.

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July 27, 2021

5.0

Both Dr. Lloyd-Jones and Dr. Yancy are the 2 most professional, knowledgeable, kind and personable doctors I've ever had the chance to meet. Their bed-side manner when discussing both complicated and scary things is amazing. They are down to earth and kind, while also so good at what they do they fill you with confidence. My dad went to this practice and I now do too. They are amazing.

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July 26, 2021

5.0

I have been Dr Lloyd Jones patient for 3 years. He is extremely professional and Is always responsive to my many questions and concerns. He throughly explains my test results and next steps. His nursing staff is second to none. They always respond to my emails and/or telephone calls quickly a d throughly.

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July 26, 2021

5.0

Dr. Lloyd-Jones is a wonderful cardiologist! He takes as much time as you need to explain everything and to offer a thoughtful treatment plan going forward. His nurse Mary is always kind and helpful as well.

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July 24, 2021

5.0

Dr. Donald Lloyd Jones is highly professional and highly knowledgeable!

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July 15, 2021

5.0

He pays attention and listens to his patients. He knows them and works with them. Wonderful physician.

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July 15, 2021

5.0

Excellent medical professional. Great communicator.

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July 01, 2021

5.0

Knowledge, patience, clarity of his recommendations

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July 01, 2021

5.0

I don't usually make doctor/medical recommendations to people, but if asked by family or friends for a recommendation, I would certainly recommend Dr. Lloyd-Jones.

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June 25, 2021

5.0

He explains things clearly. He listens and considers all options available. He does not rush.

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June 03, 2021

5.0

Total confidence in his abilities. Easy to discuss issues. Always puts me at ease.

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May 20, 2021

5.0

I have been a patient of Dr. Lloyd-Jones for a number of years. He is caring and always throughly explains in both medical and laymans terms his diagnoses and courses of treatment.

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May 20, 2021

5.0

He is am amazing talented Dr

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May 10, 2021

5.0

Kept me at high level of activity since 1999 bypass. Trusted practitioner always available. Partnership approach with patient. Leader

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  • Cedars-Sinai Heart Institute (Cedars-Sinai Medical Center)
  • Creative Educational Concepts, Inc.
  • National Institute on Aging (NIA) (NIH)
  • Northwestern Cardiovascular Young Investigators' Forum (sponsored by Scientific Therapeutics Information, Inc.)
  • Rush University
  • University of Mississippi
  • University of Wisconsin - Madison
  • Yale School of Medicine

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