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Wendell Malalis, MD

4.9

918 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Endocrinology

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Practice Focus Areas

Adrenal Disorders
Diabetes
Osteoporosis
Parathyroid Disease
Pituitary Disorders
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Thyroid Disease
Thyroid Nodules

Education

Medical Education:: MD, American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine - 2006
Residency:: Ochsner Clinic Foundation - 2010
Fellowships:: Ochsner Clinic Foundation - 2012

Board Certifications

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

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:: Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group
Alignment Category:: Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:: Kishwaukee Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9

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918 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

March 27, 2022

5.0

Very helpful

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March 26, 2022

5.0

He goes over everything. And discuss his thoughts.

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March 26, 2022

5.0

He is very knowledgeable about his specialization. And he always asks how I feel to gauge whether or not he needs to change the dosage of my medication. On my last visit I was very verbose about other health related topics, and even though he was very busy and needed to get to his next patient, he still listened.

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March 25, 2022

5.0

Spent ample time to answer any questions

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March 25, 2022

5.0

Good doctor

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March 23, 2022

5.0

He is very encouraging and takes time to listen. He is humble and gracious- which is rare to find.

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March 23, 2022

4.0

He’s one of the only doctors who has every really listened to why I’m struggling and helped me on how to fix it.

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March 22, 2022

5.0

Excelente doctor

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March 21, 2022

5.0

Patient Intelligent Excellent doctor

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March 18, 2022

5.0

I already have recommending several times

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March 17, 2022

5.0

Good, calm Dr

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March 17, 2022

5.0

Dr. Malalis is a very concerned & knowledgeable doctor. I feel very fortunate to having him caring for me after my thyroid surgery. I appreciate how he takes time explaining and answering my questions! Great doctor!!

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March 16, 2022

5.0

Dr. Malalis LISTENS.

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March 16, 2022

5.0

He is caring and thorough.

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March 14, 2022

5.0

He listened to my concerns. He is an excellent doctor.

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March 14, 2022

5.0

Dr. Melalis is very thorough and takes very good care & attention to his patient.

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March 11, 2022

5.0

Very thorough & cares about the whole patient -excellent care

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March 11, 2022

5.0

He is a good listener and accommodating.

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March 08, 2022

5.0

He takes time to make sure you understand, and listens to your concerns

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March 04, 2022

5.0

He sits down with me and explains everything very friendly I like him

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March 03, 2022

5.0

Awesome personality and great physician.

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March 03, 2022

5.0

He was professional, listened, and clearly and thoroughly explained procedures and plans of treatment.

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March 02, 2022

5.0

He was very thorough. Listened to every word I had to say. Wanted to make sure he did everything he could.

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March 01, 2022

5.0

He spent a lot of time with me and answered all of the questions.

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February 25, 2022

5.0

He is consistent and explains details well.

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February 24, 2022

5.0

The Dr. Really seems to care, he treats you like a person not a number

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February 23, 2022

5.0

He is just an exceptional doctor and seems to be genuinely a good person. He listens and he’s thoughtful and very thorough.

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February 22, 2022

5.0

He works with me explaines problems.

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February 19, 2022

5.0

Listens to complaints

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February 18, 2022

5.0

Dr Malalis really took his time to understand my extensive medical history. I never felt rushed and he really listened to my concerns. He was very honest with me on what to expect and included my thoughts in my plan of care. I am hoping he is finally an endocrinologist who is going to help me get my health back.

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February 17, 2022

5.0

Great Doc.

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February 15, 2022

5.0

I like that MLS because he has a very good bedside manner and he is very thorough and competent he doesn’t make you feel like you got to get in and get out right away here he listens to my questions in my suggestions and he explains everything very thoroughly he’s a very good doctor

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February 14, 2022

5.0

It was a quick visit - first time meeting him. He seems very caring and approachable.

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February 14, 2022

5.0

He shows how much he cares about my care

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February 13, 2022

5.0

I love his personal care! Takes his time.

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February 04, 2022

5.0

Dr. Malalis is respectful of a patient's desired outcome while managing expectations and informing on possible outcomes.

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February 03, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable, caring, listens

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January 28, 2022

5.0

Dr.Malalis took the time to listen to me and spent quality time during my first appointment. I definitely recommend him.

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January 27, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable and listens i

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January 27, 2022

5.0

He listens to you

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January 26, 2022

5.0

Personality and people skills.

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January 26, 2022

5.0

He is very well educated and answers all my questions. Very friendly and explains any concerns in a way you can understand.

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January 25, 2022

5.0

Listens to the patient and tries to help figure out what could be the issue for why the patient is visiting. Easy to talk to and is detailed in his responses.

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January 24, 2022

5.0

The doctor was right in time and took time to address my concerns and explain everything. Did not feel rushed. Felt very comfortable with recommended plans.

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January 24, 2022

5.0

Dr. Malalis really listens to you, and explains things very well. He is very patient and willing to answer questions and explain why he thinks one choice is better than another. He is incredibly knowledgeable, not only about things that can be taught in books but also things that can only come from direct personal experience with patients. He does very thorough testing of all aspects of the thyroid, not just the TSH levels.

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January 23, 2022

5.0

He makes sure I understand completely before he leaves!!!!

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January 21, 2022

5.0

I am absolutely thrilled that I have the pleasure of having Dr. Malalis as my endocrinologist. He has a wonderful disposition and always takes time to listen to my concerns and address them. I highly recommend him. *this review included two people, the Dr. and the customer service rep I spoke with today.

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January 18, 2022

5.0

He cares about his patients

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January 18, 2022

5.0

The best bed side manner

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January 17, 2022

5.0

Dr Malalis was very detailed and listened with care and attention my words nd problems about my health, and explained what he will be working with and on me to be better and help me to gain again control on my labs last results

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January 16, 2022

5.0

Kind and knowledgeable

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January 11, 2022

5.0

Very thorough doctor.

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January 08, 2022

5.0

Very good doctor

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December 26, 2021

5.0

Doctor Malalis, is very thorough. He answers all your questions and is caring and helpful. I like how he is down to earth and makes you feel relaxed. He is a true professional.

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December 25, 2021

5.0

He's very patient and seems genuinely interested in my responses.

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December 24, 2021

5.0

He understands the patient, the durable med equipment, and in addition to the overall diabetes treatment, he scans the overall health of his patient.

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December 22, 2021

5.0

Spent quality time discussing my care

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December 21, 2021

5.0

Dr. M is always attentive and caring during appointments. He also takes time to explain his diagnoses and treatments. He also always takes time to thoroughly and thoughtfully respond to questions and concerns.

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December 20, 2021

5.0

Dr Malalis is great

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December 20, 2021

5.0

Will listen and work with me . Not controlling and seems to care

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December 18, 2021

5.0

the office and Dr Malalis are always so great make you feel like a real VIP

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December 14, 2021

5.0

Listened to me. Felt he understood my condition and made recommendations that made sense.

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December 14, 2021

5.0

Easy to talk to

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December 13, 2021

3.0

He is a young tinkerer, which is expensive for his patients prescriptions.

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December 13, 2021

5.0

Dr. M is always patient and willing to explain anything. I feel very comfortable going to ,u visits.

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December 12, 2021

5.0

Great therapy.

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December 11, 2021

5.0

Takes time to explain things

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December 09, 2021

5.0

Dr. Malalis was very personable and is working diligently to help with my Type 2 Diabetes issues.

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December 07, 2021

4.0

Very nice but took awhile to get in.

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December 07, 2021

5.0

Great Dr and understands people's care

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December 06, 2021

5.0

He answered all of my questions thoroughly.

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December 06, 2021

5.0

Nice , friendly, knowledgeable.

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December 03, 2021

5.0

Very nice, friendly, "down to earth". Knowlegable

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December 01, 2021

5.0

I feel I receive the very best care from him.

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December 01, 2021

5.0

He is a great doctor and my life in his hands is safe and he takes great care of me.

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November 30, 2021

5.0

Professionalism

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November 30, 2021

5.0

Dr. Malaris has a wonderful bed side manner, is easy to understand and caring. He spent the right amount of time with me.

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November 29, 2021

5.0

I am referring him to two people, one with thyroid cancer & the other person has diabetes.

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November 24, 2021

5.0

He makes you feel that you can do anything,and so kind and friendly

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November 18, 2021

5.0

Very knowledgeable

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November 18, 2021

5.0

Fabulously helpful doctor. He was informative and willing to speak and listen.

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November 16, 2021

5.0

He makes me feel like be really cares. He takes the time to make sure my questions are answered and that my needs are met.

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November 15, 2021

5.0

He takes his time to explain.

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November 15, 2021

5.0

Wonderful first visit. Very attentive, thorough and he listened to all my concerns and explained in detail what we would be next.

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November 12, 2021

5.0

My first time seeing Dr Malalis after leaving an endocrinologist from Elgin Illinois. Dr Malalis is very nice and knowledgeable. He made me feel like I am in good hands.

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November 11, 2021

5.0

Dr. Malalis was very nice. Very helpful and really broke things down for a non medical personnel to understand. I came to him for a second opinion and left happy with the feedback I was given

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November 09, 2021

5.0

He really cares about my health

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November 05, 2021

5.0

First time patient, exceeded expectations, virtually no wait time, pleasant staff, comfortable with Doctor, no rush to end visit, answered all my concerns and questions plus provided additional medical information on my condition without asking for it, ended visit with a feeling of Doctor and staff having an actual concern for my well being!

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November 04, 2021

5.0

Dr Wendell is by far the best endo I have went too works with you and is very knowledgeable I would recommend him highly

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November 04, 2021

5.0

He was recommended to me

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November 01, 2021

5.0

His thoroughness was appreciated and his manner was very nice

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October 29, 2021

5.0

He was very informative about my test results and listened to my concerns. Looking forward to my next visit after treatment plan.

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October 27, 2021

5.0

He is a excellent doctor! Takes his time with you!!

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October 26, 2021

5.0

Dr. Malalis is so nice and caring. He’s very knowledgeable and really takes his time with each patient.

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October 25, 2021

5.0

Cares

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October 25, 2021

5.0

Took time to review a records I brought to appt. Really listened to me.

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October 23, 2021

5.0

Knowledgeable and great bedside manor. He talked WITH me not AT me. So refreshing, thank you. Wish I could get Doctor Malalis for all my medical needs.

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October 22, 2021

5.0

Dr Malalis is a great endocrinologist! He’s encouraging and shows care for patients!

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October 22, 2021

5.0

Dr Malalis spends a lot of time with you.

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October 22, 2021

5.0

Very knowledgeable and patient.

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Disclosures

Wendell Malalis, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.

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