Issam A. Mikati, MD

Issam A. Mikati, MD

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Cardiology

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, American University of Beirut Faculty of Medicine - 1990
Residency:
Baylor College of Medicine - 1993
Fellowships:
Baylor College of Medicine - 1997

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease (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

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Overall Rating

4.9
4.9 

481 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

56 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

56 Reviews

April 27, 2024

5.0

Dr. Mikati is an awesome caring doctor. He explains everything and makes sure you understand, he is always nice and considerate.

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April 20, 2024

5.0

As noted above, Dr Mikati was outstanding. He was kind, caring, and most importantly very knowledgeable.

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April 15, 2024

5.0

Dr Mikati is the best specialist I’ve ever had.

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April 05, 2024

5.0

Dr Mikati is an incredible cardiologist and an unbelievably nice person. From the moment you walk in the room you feel that you are in the hands of a knowledgeable yet compassionate expert doctor. He pays attention to the patients needs and always provides the best of care. He's so brilliant and pays such close attention to what the patient says that he remembered that my father played chess with his grandson after being told that 7 years ago. We are truly blessed to to have Dr Mikati as our cardiologist. Thank you doctor!!

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April 05, 2024

5.0

Dr. Mikati is the best! Very knowledgeable and great bed-side manner. Thorough in meeting with patient and don’t feel rushed.

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April 05, 2024

5.0

Great doctor

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March 27, 2024

5.0

As above. Took plenty of time.

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March 18, 2024

5.0

Great bedside manner. He was very caring and did a great job of explaining what he was looking to do.

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March 01, 2024

5.0

True sense of caring from Dr. Mikati. Teaches, while discussing care plan. Always open to questions.

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February 26, 2024

5.0

Pleasant experience.

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February 26, 2024

5.0

Very thoughtful, caring and just such a nice person.

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February 23, 2024

5.0

Dr. Mikati is a phenomenal doctor and explains everything in detail! I consider myself lucky to have him as my doctor!

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February 23, 2024

5.0

Explaining thoroughly, efficient and works with you

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February 23, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable

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February 10, 2024

5.0

He is so personable and his caring attitude is so refreshing.

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February 09, 2024

5.0

I like how they care for patients

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February 09, 2024

5.0

He took the appropriate amount of time with me in the office today, making sure I understood what he was talking about, what test were needed, and what the path forward should be.

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January 30, 2024

5.0

Dr Mikati is very thoughtful and thorough, talks to you in understandable ways. Listens and thoroughly answers questions.

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January 27, 2024

5.0

I felt that she had my best interest about my life very caring and passion

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January 20, 2024

5.0

Dr Mikati was behind schedule, however, he did not rush through my appt. He was thorough, explained things well. For the first time in a year and a half I’m hopeful for my plan for my health.

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January 19, 2024

5.0

Dr Mikati is thorough in his desire to understand all facets of his patient’s health issues, gives them time and thought, and will not let a relevant answerable issue remain unanswered. No cookie-cutter, by the book approach here. He is like a dog with a bone and will not stop until he is satisfied that he has as thorough an understanding of the facts as possible.

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January 19, 2024

5.0

I asked as many questions as I had, which felt like a lot, and he was extremely kind and patient and thorough. Seldom have I met with a specialist who took that much time and care with me.

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January 11, 2024

5.0

Dr. Mikati was very thorough, compassionate, and gave me a specific written to do list.

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January 10, 2024

5.0

He listens and provides practical advice. You feel like you couldn’t be in better hands

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January 10, 2024

5.0

Clerks are very professional

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January 08, 2024

5.0

Really smart man. A lot of experience and confidence

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January 03, 2024

5.0

Dr Mikati is a high level professional who does his research to understand his patient. He if knowledgeable, friendly, and shows he cares and wants to help you. He also takes the time to get to know you, and offer his best advice. I felt the doctor cared and wanted to help me.

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December 29, 2023

5.0

He listens to concerns and has multiple possibilities as to what the problem may be

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December 29, 2023

5.0

Professional, smart, easy communication, never feel rushed.

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December 23, 2023

5.0

Dr Mikati is extremely knowledgeable, patient and caring

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December 22, 2023

5.0

Knowledge, patience and quality service

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December 15, 2023

5.0

Dr. Mikati is amazing. He is well read, knowledgeable, kind, patient, and empathetic.

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December 14, 2023

5.0

Doctor Mikati is a great doctor he explains everything and listens to your problems.

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December 12, 2023

5.0

Very straight forward and you can trust his assessment and opinion.

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December 10, 2023

5.0

Very thouough listened to my concerns answered everything made me feel comfortable

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December 09, 2023

5.0

Professional, listens , and is dedicated to patient care.

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December 01, 2023

5.0

Does not rush your visit and takes his time to fully explain everything to you.

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November 30, 2023

5.0

Great service

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November 23, 2023

5.0

He is taking very good care of me same-day response on a phone call. I couldn’t ask for anything else. Thank you.

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November 21, 2023

5.0

He takes his time to explain everything to ypu and listen to what you have to say

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November 10, 2023

5.0

Dr Mikati is a very attentive and knowledgeable physician

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October 28, 2023

5.0

Dr Mikati was open and honest. He has good communication skills.

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October 20, 2023

5.0

I felt heard and the appointment was not rushed.

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October 16, 2023

5.0

Listens to my questions and gives thoughtful answers

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September 30, 2023

5.0

Was prepared and had read my previous tests. Gave three potential options for a next step and recommended one to make it very clear.

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September 29, 2023

5.0

He’s a great Doctor, he took very good care of me

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September 29, 2023

5.0

He is compassionate and professional

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September 26, 2023

5.0

Good service

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September 22, 2023

5.0

He is very through and professional and I fully trust his work and opinions.

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September 22, 2023

5.0

The doctor address all my concerns and questions pertaining to my post operative process.

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September 18, 2023

5.0

He explains everything totally! Never had a heart Dr who explained every detail!! We have total trust in him

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September 18, 2023

5.0

Knows his stuff. Friendly

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September 18, 2023

5.0

Dr. Mikati spent quality time with me, listening to my issues, and providing very good explanations of what might be going on with my situation. He described several treatment options, including non-medication options. He is very knowledgeable, shows concern and is a very good listener. He relates to you very well.

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September 15, 2023

5.0

He took the time to explain my issues and answer my questions.

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September 15, 2023

5.0

He takes the time to discuss my care with me, and I never feel rushed.

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September 06, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable.

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Industry Relationships

Consulting / Related Activities

Faculty member engaged in activities such as speaking, advising, consulting, or providing educational programs for the following companies or other entities

  • Agitated Solutions, Inc.
  • Lantheus Medical Imaging, Inc.
  • Lantheus Medical Imaging, Inc.

External Professional Relationships

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