Achal Garbharran, MD

Achal Garbharran, MD

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Primary Specialty

Endocrinology

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, University of Tennessee College of Medicine - 2002
Residency:
Loyola University Medical Center - 2005
Fellowships:
Chicago Medical School/Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science - 2007

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Board Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group
Alignment Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:
Huntley Hospital
McHenry Hospital
Woodstock Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

5.0
5.0 

1338 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

August 31, 2022

5.0

She cares

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August 30, 2022

5.0

Great Dr G she’s knows her stuff!

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August 29, 2022

5.0

she takes her time with me. Looks over labs with me, discusses options and always takes great care of me!

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August 29, 2022

5.0

She's a wonderful doctor.

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August 26, 2022

5.0

She makes you feel good and takes time for questions

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August 25, 2022

5.0

Explaina things very well and asks questions.

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August 24, 2022

5.0

Great Dr.!

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August 23, 2022

5.0

She’s great. She listens well and explains very clearly.

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August 23, 2022

5.0

I recommend her to all of my friends but I also tell them that she hard to get in to see because she is so caring and good at her job

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August 22, 2022

5.0

Excellent Doctor-Very caring and explained everything well.

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August 22, 2022

5.0

Always have time for you. She doesn’t make you feel like a number and hurry to the next number.

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August 21, 2022

5.0

Dr Garbharran is thorough, clear in her communication; listens to my questions; discusses conditions, outcomes and/or side effects; and finishes off with follow up.

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August 20, 2022

5.0

Great Doctor

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August 17, 2022

5.0

Doctor Garbharran is the best. Friendly, provides detailed explanations and does not rush the appointment.

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August 16, 2022

5.0

I feel she is instrumental in the comments above and proactive in her approach to care. She makes excellent suggestions and is quick to explain the pros and cons. I know from personal family experiences I need a doctor who is honest and forthright, she meets, even exceeds, that need.

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August 16, 2022

5.0

Dr G is great and I have never been more pleased with a doctor.

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August 16, 2022

5.0

She is approachable , I feel like she really cares about my health

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August 15, 2022

5.0

Dr. Garbharran is friendly, intelligent and professional. She listens to her patients needs, concerns and desires. She focuses on her patients and strives for the best possible outcomes.

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August 15, 2022

5.0

I have referred her often. She is a great doctor.

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August 14, 2022

5.0

She will find any problems and treat them with success.

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August 11, 2022

5.0

Very Thorough and listens to your concerns and then addresses them one at a time. Excellent Doctor

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August 11, 2022

5.0

She explains things so clearly.

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August 11, 2022

5.0

Dr.Garbharran was amazing her wealth of knowledge exceeded my expectations she made me feel so good and instilled confidence in getting my diabetes under control

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August 11, 2022

5.0

Dr is very thorough and takes her time with you.

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July 30, 2022

5.0

She knows what she does

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July 30, 2022

5.0

She spent a good amount of time with me and answered all my questions.

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July 30, 2022

5.0

New ways of treating diabetes.

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July 30, 2022

5.0

Dr is patient. Listens to my concerns and adjusts medicines in conjunction with my lifestyle

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July 29, 2022

5.0

I think she one of the best Dr's I have.!

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July 28, 2022

5.0

Dr explains everything very well and answers all my questions and is very thorough

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July 28, 2022

5.0

She is so friendly and outgoing. Seeing Dr. G is like catching up with an old friend. She is truly a delight.

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July 28, 2022

5.0

Dr. Garbharran is a very kind and caring doctor. She a good listener and very positive.

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July 28, 2022

5.0

She takes time, is thorough and explains things well.

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July 27, 2022

5.0

Very through!

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July 27, 2022

5.0

Dr. Garbharran is a thoughtful, bright, patient-centered specialist.

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July 26, 2022

5.0

She does a great job and answered all my questions

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July 21, 2022

5.0

Great care

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July 20, 2022

5.0

Doctor shows genuine care for me as a patient and is excited when I am doing well

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July 19, 2022

5.0

Very approachable and kind

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July 18, 2022

5.0

Professional, complete explanations, and listens.

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July 18, 2022

5.0

She is great.

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July 18, 2022

5.0

She is though

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July 18, 2022

5.0

Listens, easy to talk to and excellent

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July 15, 2022

5.0

Very friendly and knowledgeable.

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July 14, 2022

5.0

She took time with me and listened to everything carefully. She was kind and compassionate.

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July 14, 2022

5.0

She is very attentive to pt. needs and concerns and explains things clearly.

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July 14, 2022

5.0

She’s very kind.

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July 13, 2022

5.0

She takes the time to discuss issues and explains everything. The visits are never rushed

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July 13, 2022

5.0

Really like her. Includes me in decisions.

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July 13, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable, shows great concern to keeping my health in the best possible place. I feel good with her explanation of my lab results. She exemplifies what an excellent doctor should provide for her patients. I never expected to live this long but under her care I will have many more years to look forward to. She is top shelf in the field of endrocronology.

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July 12, 2022

5.0

She listens to you, she’s very knowledgeable and she makes you feel comfortable, you can talk to her and ask her anything!

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July 12, 2022

5.0

She explains things well and listens to and takes my concerns into consideration. Doesn’t just tell me she knows best and my concerns are unfounded.

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July 12, 2022

5.0

Good

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July 11, 2022

5.0

None better at finding problems !

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July 11, 2022

5.0

She’s always knowledgeable, helpful and willing to listen.

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July 11, 2022

5.0

Listens and responds. Caring and knowledgeable. Responsive to my concerns.

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July 11, 2022

5.0

She is the most caring doctor you’ll ever meet in the world

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July 11, 2022

5.0

She was very thorough

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July 11, 2022

5.0

Dr G is so caring and professional.

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July 11, 2022

5.0

Please see above! Plus, Dr G., simply put, makes me feel very much at ease while we're discussing sensitive topics in my life, and she always sounds confident and like she knows what to do that will "fix my problem" :-) When my labs are good she compliments me and says she is happy with my progress; when the labs have a downward trend, she will ask questions to help me see what i could do differently to improve. Their office runs like a "well-oiled" machine and Dr G is solidly at the helm taking great care of her patients.

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July 04, 2022

5.0

She is the first to take the appropriate approach and now i am achieving 5.8 A1C

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July 01, 2022

5.0

She’s probably the best doctor your network has.

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June 30, 2022

5.0

Muy buena atención y amable

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June 29, 2022

5.0

She is upbeat, positive, encouraging, and helpful. She listens to and addresses concerns.

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June 29, 2022

5.0

Great doctor takes her time with you make sure you understand everything

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June 29, 2022

5.0

She was responsible for putting me on an insulin pump and getting my A1C under control.

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June 28, 2022

5.0

Very likable and clearly explained things.

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June 27, 2022

5.0

Dr. G listens.

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June 27, 2022

5.0

Excellent doctor, thorough with covering things. Also cery down to earth.

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June 26, 2022

5.0

She is smart, caring and compassionate.

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June 26, 2022

5.0

She is real good

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June 25, 2022

5.0

Dr. Is very knowledgeable and again explained everything in layman’s terms. Dr. Garbharran is also very personable.

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June 24, 2022

5.0

Only dr that has made me feel good

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June 24, 2022

5.0

I love her! She’s very thorough and makes sure you understand everything about your health. She listens to you and really understands you.

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June 24, 2022

5.0

She’s the best endo I’ve ever had!

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June 22, 2022

5.0

She's explains everything very well. I feel like she is very knowledgeable and up to date on new treatments. She really cares!

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June 22, 2022

5.0

Wonderful physiician

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June 09, 2022

5.0

Best Dr I’ve ever had. Feel more like a friend. She explains things in detail. She’s professional and empathetic. She’s the best!

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June 08, 2022

5.0

Very professional and knowledgeable always answers your questions

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June 08, 2022

5.0

Dr. Garbharran is very friendly and helpful. She answers my questions and has helpful suggestions. She is very thorough with tests needed and explanations.

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June 08, 2022

5.0

Provides excellent care and ensures my concerns are addressed.

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June 07, 2022

5.0

She listens to my symptoms as well as test results. She explains things clearly

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June 06, 2022

5.0

The doctor listened to my concerns At every appointment.

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June 02, 2022

5.0

Listens well to patient’s concerns and provides good Feedback.

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June 01, 2022

5.0

Great listener. Dr. Garbharran was able to articulate everything so that I understood. She was able to develop a plan. I felt extremely comfortable and confident about my care.

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June 01, 2022

5.0

Explained all the test results thoroughly. She has a definite plan for me with the diabetes. Very encouraging. Appointment was on time. Very smart doctor!

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June 01, 2022

5.0

Caring, thorough, listens

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June 01, 2022

5.0

Great Dr

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June 01, 2022

5.0

She is kind and caring. She listens to your questions and concerns. She is also positive.

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May 31, 2022

5.0

She was amazing and made me very confident she is the best doctor for me.

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May 31, 2022

5.0

She is very helpful

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May 27, 2022

5.0

Friendly, understanding, caring

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May 24, 2022

5.0

She is one of the best Endocrinologist I’ve ever had. She really pushes you to do better for yourself. She helps you make better choices and gives you great feedback with your lifestyle and living with diabetes. She is an outstanding doctor and a really genuine human being.

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May 23, 2022

5.0

The Dr is very caring and thorough.

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May 23, 2022

5.0

Dr Garbharran is the best! Always, willing to explain and answer all my questions and genuinely cares for her patients.

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May 19, 2022

5.0

She is the BEST. I like seeing my doctor. She is a Beautiful person, inside, & out. I like what she says to me, that I can relate. I want to do what the doctor says, for a long, long, time. Relationship time: days, weeks, months, & years of listening to what the doc says.

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May 19, 2022

5.0

She spends time with you and answers all your questions!

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May 19, 2022

5.0

She is so knowledgeable at her job and is the most thoughtful and caring doctor I’ve ever had!

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May 18, 2022

5.0

Same as before, she cares about you and goes out of her way to help you.

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May 18, 2022

5.0

Dr. Garbahharan listens to my concerns. She gives alternatives and genuinely cares.

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Disclosures

Achal Garbharran, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.

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