Dan J. Fintel, MD | Northwestern Medicine

Practice Focus Areas

This medical professional has a particular interest or expertise in:

Acute Coronary Syndromes
Coronary Artery Disease
General Cardiology
Ischemic Heart Disease

Education

Medical Education:: MD, Harvard Medical School - 1979
Residency:: Mount Sinai Hospital Medical Center of Chicago - 1982
Fellowships:: Johns Hopkins University - 1985

Languages Spoken

Spanish

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease (Certified)
American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (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

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

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694 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

61 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

61 Reviews

February 26, 2026

5.0

True professional Excellent bed side manor

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February 12, 2026

5.0

The Dr. Is concerned about what I tell him. He cares about me and what he needs to do to help me get better.

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February 04, 2026

5.0

he is most expert in cardiology and best dr

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February 02, 2026

5.0

Dr. Fintel takes the time to listen to your concerns and provides thoughtful feedback

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January 29, 2026

5.0

Doctor Fintel explains to me, my condition in words that I understand, and things that I need to do to stay healthy. Also, test that I need and communicating with other doctors that I need to see as it relates to my health.

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January 21, 2026

5.0

He know's his stuff.. See above comments.

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January 21, 2026

5.0

Dr Fintel was very kind and reassuring that I've had the necessary tests and work ups with my previous provider. Dr Fintel also educated and explained to me the necessary work I need to do for better heart health.

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January 19, 2026

5.0

He answers my questions, and I have confidence in him. It is a pleasure to see him.

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January 15, 2026

5.0

Wouldn't trust my heart heath to anyone else. Been with him for 20 years

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January 14, 2026

5.0

Dr. Fintel is very thorough and efficient. He is dedicated to his patients care!

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January 08, 2026

5.0

He is an expert in his field

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December 14, 2025

5.0

Love Dr Fintel, he's very caring and respectful.

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December 11, 2025

5.0

I believe is an excellent doctor

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December 09, 2025

5.0

Dr. Fintel is the best!

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December 03, 2025

5.0

Great Dr that cares. Talks to like an equal and answers all questions. Good sense of humor.

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December 03, 2025

5.0

Answers questions experienced pleasant and friendly

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November 24, 2025

5.0

Friendly and works with you.

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November 13, 2025

5.0

Really personable and clearly knows his stuff

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November 13, 2025

5.0

Professional, knowledgeable, extremely competent, great rapport

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November 11, 2025

5.0

Dr. Fintel is a great Cardiologist! He provides superior patient care! His bedside manner is top notch! He is the perfect example of how the up and coming Cardiologist could benefit by his example!

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November 02, 2025

5.0

Dr. Fintel has been my cardiologist for 16 years. He gives me all the time I need. I understand his explanations and answers to my questions. We work together to address my situation. I trust his judgement.

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October 30, 2025

5.0

I am very happy with his approach to any problem. He is very experienced.

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October 23, 2025

5.0

He has been my doctor for ten years.

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October 21, 2025

5.0

Whole family goes to him - wonderful doctor!

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October 17, 2025

5.0

Good doc, good guy

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October 14, 2025

5.0

Always gives clear explanations.

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October 10, 2025

5.0

Brilliant, kind, great physician, very caring

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October 01, 2025

4.0

Companionate and caring

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September 28, 2025

5.0

Dr. Fintel is thorough, pleasant, explains things clearly.

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September 23, 2025

5.0

I like him. I trust him. He's quite good.

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September 22, 2025

5.0

He knows what he's doing

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September 21, 2025

5.0

Dr. Fintel is an experienced, trustworthy, smart, kind, and very genuine physician! Dr. Fintel takes the necessary time and attention to make sure his patients knows he cares about their health and well being .

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September 17, 2025

5.0

Dr. Fintel is very thorough and explanatory in his consultations. His concern for patient well-being is extraordinary.

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August 31, 2025

5.0

He is the most knowledgeable cardiologist I know. Keeps up or participates in studies to always offer the most up to date treatment for his patients.

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August 28, 2025

5.0

Most professional Takes the time to discuss care

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August 27, 2025

5.0

He's just incredibly thorough and so kind

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August 27, 2025

5.0

The best doctors in the cardiology profession

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August 26, 2025

5.0

Takes time to explain, answers questions, listens great communication

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August 13, 2025

5.0

He asks questions and thoughtfully answers mine.

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August 13, 2025

5.0

Dr Fintel is a superb physician, and a doctor of the old school who is not only an experienced professional but a highly personable counselor: a member of an increasingly rare breed in today's medical establishment.

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August 09, 2025

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable and approachable.

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August 04, 2025

5.0

He care about what he do that's good for the people he is working with. Wants to see they are doing good.

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August 03, 2025

5.0

Dr. Fintel is great to talk to. He is very friendly.

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July 29, 2025

5.0

He is very competent and explains everything with patience

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July 22, 2025

5.0

He was a very good professional Dr. He seem to be very helpful.

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July 21, 2025

5.0

I am alive! Communication Trust

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July 16, 2025

5.0

Articulate, concerned, explains problem. Definitely a specialist.

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July 14, 2025

5.0

Responds to all questions I have and has given me excellent care over the past 6 years

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July 10, 2025

5.0

Dr. Fintel is a remarkable man. Caring, expert, professional and kind. Explains everything.

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July 09, 2025

5.0

Dr. Fintel was very attentive and friendly in his care, willing to discuss applicable factors in detail, and thorough in examinination.

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June 26, 2025

5.0

Great communication skills. Explains my condition in terms I understand. Answers all questions and completely.

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June 26, 2025

5.0

See above. Clear explanation for care plan.

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June 24, 2025

5.0

Most experienced expert in his field. Absolute best patient care. He cares.

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June 24, 2025

5.0

Dr. Fintel spent time addressing our concerns, providing expert advice and did so with care and empathy.

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May 25, 2025

5.0

A true professional, current with the latest tresatments.

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May 14, 2025

5.0

Professional, personable, good listener, clear feedback and asks if I have questions at each stage of a visit.

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May 14, 2025

5.0

Dr. Fintel is an expert in patient care, bed side manner, and his knowledgeable expertise makes him an exceptional physician. He makes sure you understand his recommendation treatment plan and why. You can feel his sincerity!

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May 14, 2025

5.0

As stated above he really cares about his patients and will not stop until he figures out what is wrong and the best way to take care of you and get you better if possible ! This is the reason he's been my cardiologist for close to 40years. I wouldn't trade him for any other cardiologist !

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May 07, 2025

5.0

Excellent physician who has stabilized my cardiac condition!

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May 01, 2025

5.0

Well educated and helpful to my health

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May 01, 2025

5.0

Dr. Fintel absolulutely fantastic care for tbe last 8 years

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Industry Relationships

Consulting

Faculty member and/or their immediate family have engaged in activities such as speaking, advising, consulting, or providing educational programs for the following companies or other entities

Clearview Healthcare Partners, LLC
SS Holdings Group, LLC

Faculty member received compensation for medical record consultation and/or expert witness testimony.

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