Denise K. Au, MD

Denise K. Au, MD

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Internal Medicine

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Wayne State University School of Medicine - 1990
Residency:
Loyola University Medical Center - 1993

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (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:
Northwestern Memorial Hospital

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4.9
4.9 

745 Ratings

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100 Most Recent Reviews

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100 Most Recent Reviews

August 30, 2022

5.0

I didn’t have to wait long to see the doctor and she is always thorough, listens well and takes her time with me.

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August 29, 2022

5.0

I am very satisfied with Dr. Au she has been my primary care physician for years!

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August 27, 2022

4.0

I’ve been a patient 10+ years I was seen by cardiologist she referred over a month ago. When I told her he had some concerns, she said I will need to read his notes. I feel over one month is a long time to follow up on mail. In the past, I had not experienced any issues. I felt my needs were being met.

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August 24, 2022

5.0

Dr. Au has been my physician for over twenty years. She spends a huge amount of time listening to me and providing care. I totally trust her and I am very grateful that I have her as my primary care physician.

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August 24, 2022

5.0

I have been a patient of Dr Au since I moved to Chicago in 1995. The reason I have been with her all this time is her involvement as my partner in making sure that I am healthy. She is always responsive.

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August 23, 2022

5.0

Dr Au is very pleasant, patient and kind. She includes me in all decisions making.

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August 23, 2022

5.0

Very beautiful doctor I love her !!

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August 17, 2022

5.0

I’ve had her for years and she is awesome. She listens to your concerns and gives good advice.

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August 16, 2022

5.0

Dr. Au takes time to listen to my concerns, doesn’t rush the exam and is generally concerned with my wellbeing

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August 15, 2022

4.0

I have never met her, she was covering for Dr. Bierman. But she listened to my concerns about medication and changed my prescription.

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August 15, 2022

5.0

Thorough. Professional. Knowledgeable.

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August 14, 2022

3.0

Patient care is also about connecting with your patients and I felt Denise was knowledgeable but that was the main focus as opposed to a balance in connecting and building a rapport with me as a new patient of hers.

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August 12, 2022

5.0

Caring

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August 08, 2022

5.0

Good listener. She came to a workable immediate care position for a positive Covio19 test and then what I should be concerned about going forward.

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August 08, 2022

5.0

Thorough and explained clearly possible causes and suggested direction to treat.

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August 03, 2022

5.0

Very caring and kind. She made me feel comfortable.

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August 03, 2022

5.0

This was my first time seeing Dr Au. She was attentive, caring, and respectful. She took time to learn about my personal and family medical history. She was thorough in her exam and asked questions. She listened and provided options.

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August 02, 2022

5.0

1. She’s inquiring and works hard2. Want’s to help you3. Patient is team member4. Cares and wastes no time5. Draws conclusions, actions, and persuades

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August 01, 2022

5.0

She responded to my text messages very fast, and told me my options of treatments but respected my choice not to take it.

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July 29, 2022

5.0

She is the best. Never rushes.

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July 27, 2022

5.0

She did a thorough exam pertaining to my problem, and she listened and addressed ally questions and concerns.

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July 27, 2022

4.0

She always makes time and seems very nice.

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July 26, 2022

5.0

Dr. Au listens to my concerns and always tries to find solutions to my medical problems.

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July 26, 2022

5.0

Dr. Au has been my primary care doctor for over twenty years. She is absolutely the best doctor. She is caring, super detail oriented and above all she takes the time to listen!

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July 24, 2022

5.0

She was kind and knowledgeable.

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July 22, 2022

3.0

Her response to my situation was appropriate but she did not directly provide any medical help.

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July 20, 2022

5.0

She was very helpful, even though she’s not my primary doctor

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July 20, 2022

5.0

She is understanding, personable, and knowledgeable. She is patient and answers my questions. She understands my concerns and is reassuring.

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July 19, 2022

5.0

Excellent care and follow up

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July 19, 2022

5.0

Professional. Knowledgeable. Thorough. Patient.Empathetic.

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July 18, 2022

4.0

Hoping things go in the right direction.

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July 16, 2022

5.0

She's 1st Class

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July 13, 2022

5.0

Listened and was thoughtful , thorough

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July 12, 2022

5.0

Great advice—-results have been excellent!

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July 12, 2022

5.0

It was my first time engaging with her. She seemed thorough without being overly alarmist.

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July 12, 2022

5.0

She’s very personable and caring. She makes suggestions, ask for my input which I’m in agreement with and we go from there

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July 12, 2022

5.0

She seems very invested in my welfare. She really listens to concerns, is detail-minded, and doesn’t rush through the examination.

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July 12, 2022

5.0

She is kind, listens and responds to the concerns presented to her. I have been seeing her for over 20 years.

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July 09, 2022

5.0

She is a careful internist/pcp

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July 06, 2022

5.0

I have been seeing dr au for over 20 years and I've never waited more than 15 minutes to see her. Today I waited well over 1 hour just to reach her office. No staff advised me that she was behind or how long my wait would be. I am a senior citizen with a husband who has Parkinsons and Dementia. Love dr au; disappointed in Northwestern.

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July 06, 2022

5.0

Her and her student Dr. were very kind and took time to listen.

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July 05, 2022

5.0

Because she makes me feel like she cares about my health and she is very attentive to my needs.

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July 03, 2022

5.0

She’s been my doctor for nearly 30 years - WOW! She is highly knowledgeable, listens to her patients, has a great bedside manner, and if there’s something she doesn’t know, she knows it’s OK to say as much, but then digs for the answer, and follows up with her patient. There are no better physicians than Dr. Denise Au in my opinion.

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July 02, 2022

5.0

Listens compassionately

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July 02, 2022

5.0

She answers all my questions and is quick at getting back to me.

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July 01, 2022

5.0

She takes time to ask questions and review past test/health records. Very polite and proficient.

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July 01, 2022

5.0

Very thorough and helpful. I never feel rushed. Very knowledgeable.

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June 29, 2022

5.0

Patient and thorough

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June 28, 2022

5.0

Very helpful

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June 27, 2022

5.0

Effective helpful

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June 24, 2022

5.0

Dr.Au is very professional and knowledgeable trusted doctor for health care!

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June 24, 2022

5.0

She’s caring, easy to talk to, good bedside manners, methodical.

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June 23, 2022

5.0

Dr. Au is thorough and very professional and pleasant.

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June 21, 2022

5.0

Dr Au is a great doctor and never rushes you which I like very much

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June 21, 2022

5.0

Thorough, knowledgeable, good bedside manner.

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June 12, 2022

5.0

She has been my doctor for over two decades. She is the best in every way.

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June 11, 2022

5.0

She’s pleasant and patient. She listens.

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June 08, 2022

5.0

Dr. Au called me right away, when I sent a message telling her that I was not feeling well. Dr. Au listened to my concerns and knew exactly what needed to be done. I felt very comfortable.

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June 08, 2022

5.0

Great care and compassion.listens to my concerns and recommends what Is necessary to maintain my health.Never rushes your appointment.

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June 08, 2022

5.0

Her care for people.

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June 08, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable, caring, wants to give the best care possible.

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June 08, 2022

5.0

Very professional! Made me feel welcome and important in clinic. Would highly recommend.

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June 07, 2022

5.0

Dr. Au is simply THE BEST! She has been my doctor for wellnover 20 years!

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June 07, 2022

5.0

One of the best. I always recommend her to friends.

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June 07, 2022

5.0

Very caring and informative

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June 06, 2022

5.0

Dr. Au has been my primary care doctor over 15 years. She's thorough, caring, professional, responsive and I trust her.

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June 06, 2022

5.0

She listens she helps you the best she can she has a clean office and the staff are nice

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June 04, 2022

5.0

Reviewed my medical history, updated new information together. Dr. Au is professional, trustworthy and personal. Did not make me feel rushed.

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June 03, 2022

5.0

Dr Au has been my PCP for 25 years and she has always listened and we work together on my health care and preventive health maintenance.

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June 02, 2022

5.0

Caring, thoughtful, knowledgeable

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June 01, 2022

5.0

Dr Au give me her understanding and consideration of what I think about my healthcare plans should be by asking my opinion of her suggestions.

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June 01, 2022

5.0

Always kind - responsive

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May 31, 2022

5.0

Wonderful doctor!!!…

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May 27, 2022

5.0

Listened and asked questions.

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May 25, 2022

5.0

Friendly practitioner and she was helpful treating my symptoms

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May 25, 2022

5.0

Dr. Au asked many questions and was extremely thorough. I was impressed.

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May 24, 2022

5.0

Great bedside manner . Aware of needs of someone my age. Patient and understanding. Met all my needs

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May 24, 2022

5.0

Smart, listens, has been my PCP for 25+ years…..

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May 20, 2022

5.0

Attention, knowledge, bedside manner

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May 19, 2022

5.0

Attentive, professional with EXCELLENT follow-thru.

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May 18, 2022

5.0

Dr. Au always responds in timely manner, very professional kind manner.

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May 18, 2022

5.0

Dr Au had always been very thorough, informative and friendly! Been our family practitioner for years and got my husband in right away when he had bladder cancer! She has always been very caring, empathetic and informative with us and offered options! She is the reason that I scored my overall experience a 10 of 10!

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May 18, 2022

5.0

She’s thorough and friendly.

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May 17, 2022

5.0

Cares about patients

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May 17, 2022

3.0

She's very nice

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May 10, 2022

5.0

She’s easy to talk to. A good listeners and is very proactive towards my health concerns and needs.

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May 09, 2022

5.0

Dr Au Is A Top Notch Physician!

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May 09, 2022

5.0

She’s been my Primary Care for years and she cares.

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May 08, 2022

4.0

She listens to me and doesn’t discount my knowledge.

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May 04, 2022

5.0

Very thorough and patient.

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May 03, 2022

5.0

Dr. Au was so patient, understanding, and thorough. She did a complete exam and took all the time needed to answer all of my questions. After having her treat me today I am going to look into switching primary care physicians. I couldn’t have anything better to say about my experience with her.

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April 29, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable, patient, caring and listens.

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April 27, 2022

5.0

Respectful, excellent care, good listener

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April 26, 2022

5.0

Personable, knowledgeable and caring doctor

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April 26, 2022

5.0

Seems to listen, care and is experienced and knowledgeable

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April 24, 2022

4.0

Dr. Au is great.

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April 24, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable, personable and good listener.

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April 20, 2022

5.0

Great dr!

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April 20, 2022

5.0

Great with patients, shows concern for their well being

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April 20, 2022

5.0

She was very thorough and informative. Excellent bedside manners! Asked questions and listened to the answers. In some instance she mirrored what I said to make sure she understood me.❤️

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Disclosures

Denise K. Au, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.

External Professional Relationships

Pharmaceutical, device, and biotechnology companies frequently collaborate with basic scientists and physicians within an academic medical center to help advance science and improve patient care. These relationships are important in achieving scientific breakthroughs and in establishing the effectiveness and safety of promising new therapies. In order to assure objectivity in clinical research and patient care, the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine (Feinberg), Northwestern Memorial HealthCare, Children's Hospital of Chicago Medical Center, and the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab have adopted integrity policies that require research and clinical faculty (in full-time, part-time, and unpaid/voluntary categories) to report compensated and uncompensated external industry relationships. Patients are encouraged to discuss these disclosures with their physician as well as to inquire as to how these relationships are overseen by Feinberg. To learn more about our Disclosure and Professional Integrity Policy, and the conflict of interest policies of our joint affiliate survey partners, please go to our Office for Regulatory Affairs Policies page.

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