Welcome to Northwestern Medicine Primary Care

Thank you for trusting us to be part of your health journey. At Northwestern Medicine, you can expect compassionate, world-class health care in a comfortable environment, close to home. As a leading academic health system, we consistently rank among the best in the nation for patient satisfaction and quality of care.

Getting to Know You

Your First Appointment: We will ask about your medical history and talk about your health goals. Please bring any past medical records, a list of medications you’re taking and any questions you have.

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Set Up Your MyNM Account

Create your patient portal account today on your computer or mobile device.

Through MyNM, you’ll be notified if an earlier appointment has become available and when to use eCheck-in for your visit.

SETUP A MYNM ACCOUNT

Pre-Appointment Checklist

Before your first visit:

Create MyNM account: If you open a MyNM account, you can use eCheck-in before your visit. Also, we can let you know if an earlier appointment opens up.
Gather information: Write down your health concerns, including any symptoms you have.
Medical history: Write down past surgeries, illnesses, time spent in the hospital, allergies and immunizations. Include dates if possible.
Medications: Write down all medications you take. Include prescription medications as well as over-the-counter medications and supplements. Include how much you take and how often.
Family history: Write down health conditions that run in your family. You can use this worksheet as a guide.
Questions: Make a list of questions for your care team.
Insurance: Bring your insurance card and a photo ID.