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Mark Richard Bednard, DO

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Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Internal Medicine

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Education

Medical Education:: DO, Midwestern University Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine - 1993
Residency:: Franciscan St James Health - 1996

Board Certifications

American Osteopathic 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:: Central DuPage Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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5.0

1984 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

April 23, 2024

5.0

simple, he is by far the very best at all that he does!

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April 23, 2024

5.0

Thorough and empathetic

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April 20, 2024

5.0

he is easy to talk to knowledgeable understands my questions and concerns and provides treatment accordingly.. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a physician

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April 19, 2024

5.0

He is my favorite doctor! Heâ€™s a good listener. Heâ€™s caring his funny heâ€™s informative his intelligent he knows just exactly how to deal with me. Wouldnâ€™t trade him for anything.

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April 18, 2024

5.0

Heâ€™s a awesome dr very good

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April 17, 2024

5.0

He listens and is understanding and tells us what we need to do or not do. Its too bad you don't have more doctors like him. He is an assist to the profession.

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April 16, 2024

5.0

He cares and listens

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April 16, 2024

5.0

He is awesome! He listens, he cares and treats patients as people not the next problem! He is eXcellent!!!!!

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April 12, 2024

5.0

He is very thorough, he listened to my concerns. He was helpful with suggestions that are suitable for my needs. His personality is warn and welcoming. I fell he understood what a said. He is wonderful to deal with.

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April 11, 2024

5.0

very though and listens to you before diagnosing

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April 11, 2024

5.0

Heâ€™s one of the best physicians Iâ€™ve ever had in my 75 years!!

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April 11, 2024

5.0

Dr. Bednard takes lots of time to address my needs. He is considerate, nice and very kind. Also he is very smart and thorough. A plus!

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April 10, 2024

5.0

very likable

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April 10, 2024

5.0

Heâ€™s a great Dr. Very knowledgeable and wonderful â€œbedside mannerâ€. He really cares.

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April 08, 2024

5.0

Same as above, also very capable of applying his knowledge at the precise moment!!

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April 08, 2024

5.0

Has an exellent bedside manner.

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April 08, 2024

5.0

He is the BEST!!

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April 06, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable professional with personal approach.

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April 05, 2024

5.0

LISTEN EXPLAINS GIVE TREATMENT AND MOST IMPORTANTLY FOLLOW UP THE PROBLEM

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April 02, 2024

4.0

Very down to earth. Genuine, encouraging

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April 02, 2024

5.0

Nice and explained whats going on with my stuffs very good.

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April 02, 2024

5.0

Dr Bednard is one if those rare doctors who doesn't rush his patients. He listens to my concerns and find solutions to meet my health goals. Our whole family sess him.

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April 02, 2024

5.0

A very good doctor.

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March 31, 2024

5.0

he is so knowledgeable about treatment for me

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March 30, 2024

5.0

Is personal, outgoing and solicits input and gives easy to understand instructions/advice. Takes time to fully understand.

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March 28, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable, thurough,and overall great Dr. Very comfortable in speaking with him as well as trusting in his recommendations. Couldn't ask for a better Dr.

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March 26, 2024

5.0

I am making life changes and Dr. Bednardâ€™s expertise is making me feel better!

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March 26, 2024

5.0

Very nice. Wonderful bed side manners.

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March 22, 2024

5.0

Dr Bednard is the consummate professional. Great â€œbeside" manner. Very knowledgeable about my situation in general and my issues specifically. He is a great communicator and intuitive about my concerns and life style. He is open to my collaborating with him in my care. I have recommended him to others and will continue to do so.

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March 22, 2024

5.0

Spends as much time as you need. Listens to my concerns and offers resolutions. Remembers conversations we have had in the past and asks for updates. Takes an interest in my well-being. Does all this with a wonderful sense of humor and great outlook. I feel he really wants to help improve my health and lifestyle.

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March 22, 2024

5.0

He is the best doctor I ever met. Very caring. He listens your problems and he gives his time to his patients. I feel very comfortable to talk to him.

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March 21, 2024

5.0

Listen carefully to the patient, the problem, treat the disease and, most importantly, ALWAYS follow up to see the results.

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March 14, 2024

5.0

Very calm and made me feel better about my situations. Discussed steps to treatment.

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March 12, 2024

5.0

Fast Service

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March 12, 2024

5.0

Superior physician!

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March 11, 2024

5.0

Heâ€™s the best

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March 09, 2024

5.0

I would recommend every patient who is suffering with their health.

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March 09, 2024

5.0

Knowledgable and polite.

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March 08, 2024

5.0

He spends an appropriate time with patients and seems very knowledgeable.

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March 07, 2024

5.0

Heâ€™s great. Heâ€™s so easy to talk to.

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March 07, 2024

5.0

Caring and knowledgeable. Heâ€™s one of a kind. Will follow him wherever he goes.

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March 05, 2024

5.0

The physician has very good interpersonal skills and does a conscientious and thorough exam.

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March 05, 2024

5.0

Dr Bednard is the only reason I travel so far to receive medical care.

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March 04, 2024

5.0

Dr Bednard always listens to any questions I may have, and is never in a hurry, he is such a wonderful Dr and I have referred my family to see him for care.

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March 01, 2024

5.0

Mark has been our family doctor for over 20 yesrd

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February 29, 2024

5.0

Takes time. Knowledgeable.Inquisitive about patient. Friendly, compassionate. He is an excellent Doctor.

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February 29, 2024

5.0

Great communication with his patients.

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February 28, 2024

5.0

Caring, compassionate, holistic

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February 28, 2024

5.0

Friendly and knowledgeable

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February 13, 2024

5.0

He has an exellent " bedside manner"

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February 08, 2024

5.0

He explaines that you can understand

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February 07, 2024

5.0

I like Dr.Bednard. He is patient, knowledgeable and practical in his assessment and treatment approach

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February 07, 2024

5.0

Caring. and took time to explain things.

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February 07, 2024

5.0

The most knowledgeable, kind-hearted, patient, and providing excellent explanation to my questions. The best doctor in the whole world!

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February 06, 2024

5.0

He is clearly the best

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February 06, 2024

4.0

This was my 1st visit. Doctor was very personable, listened attentively, asking frequently, if I had anymore questions. Never felt rushed, I liked him a lot.

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February 06, 2024

5.0

He listens, he has a great sense of humor, he offers options, clearly explains diagnosis and treatment

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February 02, 2024

5.0

Very friendly and accomodating.

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February 01, 2024

5.0

Dr Bednard explains everything in detail and seems genuinely concerned about my health. He takes the time necessary and never rushes through the visit.

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January 30, 2024

5.0

Dr. Bednard is one of the best medical clinicians I have ever met. His knowledge, experience, professionalism, and devotion to the health care of his patients is truly remarkable! Dr. Bednard is indeed a very extraordinary doctor!

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January 30, 2024

5.0

Heâ€™s very good in what he does with compassion and attention

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January 30, 2024

5.0

Dr.Bednard takes his time with his patients. Listens and remembers everything.

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January 29, 2024

5.0

Dr Bednard is an outstanding nonjudgmental listener and provides wonderful compassionate care

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January 26, 2024

5.0

Dr Bednard is the best. He truly listens to my concerns and tries to find the best solutions to make me feel better. He also has the greatest "bedside manner" of any doctor I have ever seen.

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January 23, 2024

5.0

Always listen carefully, explain the problem and possible solutions, always listening to the patient.

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January 22, 2024

5.0

The test he prescribes are for a definite reason likewise medications are prescribed and changed if cause some side effects!

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January 21, 2024

5.0

Dr. Bednard always take the time to listen to my concerns and addresses them thoroughly.

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January 17, 2024

5.0

He is the best Dr in the world compassion understanding good bedside manner

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January 17, 2024

5.0

Best dr ever he listens has compassion he explains throughly

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January 17, 2024

5.0

He takes the time to listen and discuss any problems.

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January 16, 2024

5.0

Dr bednard focuses on the patient & recommends only what's beneficial to that patient.

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January 16, 2024

5.0

Dr. Bednard. Is at wonderful doctor, has helped my husband and me through so much. Never rushed through your appointment, always takes the time to answer all your questions.

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January 13, 2024

5.0

Friendly enviroment good doctors

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January 12, 2024

5.0

He is amazing and always listens, has the patient best interests in mind and is honest

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January 12, 2024

5.0

He is attentive and listens to a patients concerns. Donâ€™t feel rushed by him or his staff.

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January 11, 2024

5.0

He reviewed my test results thoroughly and together addressed the issues as well as discussed ongoing concerns. He has an approachable attitude and caring personality

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January 10, 2024

5.0

Vey nice paid attention to my ailments when I explained

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January 09, 2024

5.0

Listens and takes a proactive approach with medication and over the counter suggestions.

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January 08, 2024

5.0

Dr. Bednard is a fantastic dr. He listens and explains things so I understand.

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January 05, 2024

5.0

Dr. Bednard is that very rare doctor who is super smart, but also very kind, honest and generous with his time. I feel very cared for and confident that he supports my best wellbeing.

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January 05, 2024

5.0

He's honest and easy to talk too

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January 04, 2024

5.0

Is personable and listens to your concerns

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January 02, 2024

5.0

Concerned about your wellbeing and listens and explains his diagnosis

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December 28, 2023

5.0

Take time for a throw exam

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December 26, 2023

5.0

He has help to improve my health since I been seeing him.

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December 26, 2023

5.0

Very attentive to my concerns and explains things clearly

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December 26, 2023

5.0

He does a great job of answering all your questions and provides excellent care.

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December 20, 2023

5.0

Amazing Dr and person

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December 19, 2023

5.0

Dr. Bednard is an incredible physician, thorough, intelligent, caring and kind!

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December 19, 2023

5.0

Dr. Bednard takes the time to really listen to concerns you may have and answers questions thoroughly. His overall disposition is one of patience and calmness which makes him very "approachable" and this patient very comfortable. Dr, Bednard is excellent.

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December 19, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable and caring doctor.

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December 19, 2023

5.0

Caring, listens and a good doctor

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December 16, 2023

5.0

THE BEST!!

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December 13, 2023

5.0

He really cares

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December 12, 2023

5.0

He is a great doctor and has a wonderful bedside manner. Lots of patience for older patients. Listens to all of your concerns and addresses them all.

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December 11, 2023

5.0

He is very knowledgeable and shows his patience that he really cares about them

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December 10, 2023

5.0

The best doctor in the whole world!

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December 07, 2023

5.0

Dr. Bednard is very caring and understanding. He listens and he explains things so you can understand.

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December 07, 2023

5.0

Very polite and great listener

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December 07, 2023

5.0

Heâ€™s a great doctor. I highly recommend him.

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