Kunal N. Karmali, MD

Kunal N. Karmali, MD

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Practice Focus Areas

  • Atherosclerosis Prevention
  • Ischemic Heart Disease

Education

Medical Education:
MD, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine - 2007
Residency:
University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics - 2010
Fellowships:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2014

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease (Certified)
  • Council for Certification in Cardiovascular Imaging - Nuclear Cardiology (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Health System Clinician, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group
Alignment Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:
Central DuPage Hospital
Delnor Hospital

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5.0
5.0 

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August 30, 2022

4.0

He seems to actually care

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August 30, 2022

5.0

He is really good both at listening and at explaining, and he makes me a partner in my own care.

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August 22, 2022

5.0

He was very detailed, explained everything in great detail, he asked questions and was genuine on his listening.

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August 12, 2022

5.0

Technical expertise with a great patient approach. Answered all my questions thoroughly.

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August 11, 2022

5.0

Knowledge, explanation, care, just a excellent Doctors!

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August 02, 2022

5.0

Professional and thorough

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August 02, 2022

5.0

Wonderful communicator, compassionate, positive, and encouraging!

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August 01, 2022

5.0

If I could score Dr. Karmali higher than a10 I would. You can tell he really cares about his patients and couldn’t be any nicer to talk with. Whenever I see him he is my favorite doctor.

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August 01, 2022

5.0

This was first visit with Dr. Karmali, he was very friendly, listened, and explained everything thoroughly.

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July 19, 2022

5.0

I like and trust Dr. Karmali. I always feel very cared for and think that he has a genuine concern for my well-being.

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July 19, 2022

5.0

Very caring. Takes time to answer all questions.

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July 16, 2022

5.0

I feel he is concerned for his patients.

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July 16, 2022

5.0

Very helpful!

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July 15, 2022

5.0

Great personality. I'm a new patient. He took the time to review my history, discussed past issues, current issues and came up with a plan to address them. Explained everything about what his plan of care was and set forth a time frame.

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July 08, 2022

5.0

Thorough, thoughtful, and caring

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July 07, 2022

5.0

He is knowledgeable, thorough, friendly, listens well, shares needed information. I highly recommend him to others!

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July 05, 2022

5.0

On-time, professional and had reviewed lab results

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July 04, 2022

5.0

knowledgeable, friendly

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July 02, 2022

5.0

I give him a 10 Cause I really like him and his professional care But let's get him to 11

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June 30, 2022

3.0

He was assigned to me, as my previous doctor just retired last year. I have only met him twice so far.

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June 30, 2022

5.0

The doctor is great!

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June 27, 2022

5.0

Pays attention to detail, thorough explanation of his recommendations, genuinely kind. I trust his judgment.

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June 22, 2022

5.0

Never feel rushed. Makes suggestions and explains my options. He is great at his profession.

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June 09, 2022

5.0

very compassionate

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June 08, 2022

5.0

Love him

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June 08, 2022

5.0

Listens well. Explains possibilities in a concise manner.

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June 08, 2022

5.0

I really like Dr. Karmali

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June 08, 2022

5.0

Takes time with you and doesn’t rush through anything

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June 01, 2022

5.0

He is personable, has a calming demeanor coupled with professionalism.

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June 01, 2022

5.0

I’m hard-pressed to recall an interaction with a physician who is more empathic than Dr. Karmali. He sets a very high standard. Model of patience and professionalism. I’m equally impressed by his commitment to making certain I completely understand my condition(s) and best treatment options. Moving forward, I will most assuredly look forward to Dr. Karmali being my cardiologist.

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May 27, 2022

5.0

Professional and courtesy

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May 26, 2022

5.0

It felt like he cared about me

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May 24, 2022

5.0

He answered all my questions and explained future changes in conditions and meds.

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May 20, 2022

5.0

He is well qualified, professional, and very friendly. He takes his time at every visit, and looks at all aspects of my health.

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May 19, 2022

5.0

He was patient, listened carefully and took his time examining my husband who has dementia due to Alzheimer’s Disease.

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May 19, 2022

5.0

I am confident that he will care for me and my health concerns fully. He is very kind and a wonderful doctor.

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May 18, 2022

5.0

He LISTENS to what you say and really seems to care. He also studies your chart and knows what your history is before he sees you.

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May 18, 2022

5.0

Very detailed visit where he addressed all my questions and concerns and very empathetic

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May 18, 2022

5.0

Very kind Professional and Efficient making me very comfortable to ask questions and getting his answer that I could process and understand !

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May 16, 2022

5.0

Very comfortable with his care plans, explains everything and is open to questions.

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May 12, 2022

5.0

great personality..makes you feel at ease

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May 10, 2022

5.0

Kind and Good listening attitude. Doctor communicated with a patient very well and tried to understand patient's issue and condition.

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May 10, 2022

5.0

Highly competent and considerate. Explains everything well.

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May 03, 2022

5.0

He is a wonderful man and a fantastic doctor that explains everything, could not say enough about this doctor.

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April 29, 2022

5.0

Very caring a great doctor

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April 26, 2022

5.0

He has superior knowledge, delivery and care

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April 26, 2022

5.0

Honest

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April 21, 2022

5.0

He is great! Kind, concerned and listens to your concerns and addresses them completely.He has a great bedside manner and truly is a great doctor. At nearly 85 I have been to many doctors and he is among the very best - the top 2.

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April 20, 2022

5.0

He is very thorough, and I really feel he is giving me the best care. He listens to his patients and explains all his reasons for his suggestions.

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April 19, 2022

5.0

I liked him, he seems competent and caring.

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April 12, 2022

5.0

he is so patient and answered all my questions and never made me feel rushed.

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April 06, 2022

5.0

His honesty and demeanor. I am lucky to have him as a physician.

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April 05, 2022

5.0

Highly recommend this doctor. He doesn’t just focus on heart health, he is concerned about my overall health. Very caring

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April 05, 2022

5.0

takes personal interest in me, has answers to all my questions and very concern, best doctor ever.

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April 05, 2022

5.0

Very good care given

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March 25, 2022

5.0

He listen to you and treat your problem

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March 25, 2022

5.0

Very compassionate, thoughtful and intelligent.

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March 24, 2022

5.0

Personal, professional attention.

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March 22, 2022

5.0

He reviewed all the information I provided and was thorough and explained his thought process. Greatly appreciate having a plan to work up my symptoms.

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March 18, 2022

5.0

I especially appreciate Dr Karmali’s patient approach , endeavoring to treat my overall health before prescribing medication.

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March 15, 2022

5.0

He listens to what you say and has a great bed side manor

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March 11, 2022

5.0

He was thorough and explained everything

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March 11, 2022

5.0

He was kind and patient. He explained everything and answered all my questions. He was affirming.

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March 10, 2022

5.0

Spends a lot of time with you and explains thing ver well

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March 08, 2022

5.0

He was cautious and careful with his reasoning for treatment

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March 04, 2022

5.0

He is kind, patient, personable…makes things easy to understand…is strategic in his approach to care. Wonderful human being and physician.

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March 04, 2022

5.0

He was very thorough and genuine. Answered all my questions and really wants to help with my long term care

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February 26, 2022

5.0

I am very confident in Dr. Karmali’s skills

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February 26, 2022

5.0

Liked him when we first met.He studied with two great doctors.

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February 25, 2022

5.0

He is so nice and always takes his time explaining everything to you which is wonderful!!! Love him.

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February 24, 2022

5.0

He remembers my history. He consideres my input in decision making. He's caring and empathetic.

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February 24, 2022

5.0

I was nervous since he was new to me. He made me feel very comfortable and was professional but still he made me feel at ease.

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February 24, 2022

5.0

Trustworthy, caring, listens and seems to hear what the patient's concerns are.

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February 17, 2022

5.0

I liked How he took the time to explain everything. And he was very personable.

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February 16, 2022

5.0

He is cool avec pastients

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February 12, 2022

5.0

I have already recommended to 2 friends and will continue

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February 07, 2022

5.0

very easy to talk with.

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February 05, 2022

5.0

Personal, caring, positive, accurate, goal setting care!

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February 04, 2022

5.0

He is not only well informed but when I go to the anti coagulation nurses they just rave about how wonderful he is. And they should know.

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January 31, 2022

5.0

Very caring.

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January 27, 2022

5.0

he is very helpful explaining what needs to be done - and why

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January 24, 2022

5.0

He is the greatest, he takes the time to explain everything and to answer questions. He really cares about his patients.

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January 20, 2022

5.0

Very thorough, understanding and patient.

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January 12, 2022

5.0

very caring and helpful.

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January 10, 2022

5.0

Very thorough and listens !

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December 26, 2021

5.0

I have received very good care from him.

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December 20, 2021

5.0

Knowledgeable, friendly

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December 20, 2021

5.0

Very easy to talk to and very thorough when he explains things to you

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December 19, 2021

5.0

Professional, caring, and a good listener. I have had three other cardiologists over the last decade (in Colorado) before coming here and Dr. Karmali is clearly superior.

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December 15, 2021

5.0

His way of handling a patient.

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December 09, 2021

5.0

Kind, knowledgeable, excellent bedside manner.

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December 06, 2021

5.0

He was thorough. Listened to my issues. Was as good of a person as a doctor. He is the best

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December 06, 2021

5.0

Very good, personal and genuinely cares for his patients.

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December 04, 2021

5.0

Very caring professional, Answers all concerns

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December 02, 2021

5.0

my questions and concerns are handled completely.

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November 30, 2021

5.0

He discussed my tests,explained the pros and cons of my treatment and answered all my questions. Yes, I would recommended Dr. Karmali.

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November 30, 2021

5.0

Very professional and genuinely concerned about my health

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November 30, 2021

5.0

Very compassionate!

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November 29, 2021

5.0

His expertise , the way he listens to my concerns and answers clearly,the ways he always gives me a plan

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November 27, 2021

5.0

knowledgeable and caring

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Disclosures

Kunal N. Karmali, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.

External Professional Relationships

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