Joel A. Wilsnack, MD

Joel A. Wilsnack, MD

4.9 
1325 ratings  Read Reviews
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Primary Specialty

Internal Medicine

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine - 1995
Residency:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 1998

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Clinical Instructor, 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

4.9
4.9 

1325 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

92 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

92 Reviews

April 28, 2024

5.0

Dr. Wilsnack is always prompt for appointments. I've been with him for a long time and he is always caring and attentive to my needs as a patient.

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April 26, 2024

5.0

Dr. Joel Wilsnack extremely professional again with a great personality.

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April 24, 2024

5.0

Great doctor who listens and helps.

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April 20, 2024

5.0

I have been going to Dr. Wilsnack for 15 years and am very comfortable with having him as my primary physician. He is very thorough and complete with all my visits.

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April 19, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable and provides excellent service.

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April 19, 2024

5.0

Thoughtful answers. Shows attention and care.

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April 18, 2024

5.0

He is very mannerable, thorough and address all of my health concerns which is what I look for and expect from my general care physician. Even though I arrived an hour early for my appointment, I was seen right away. Grateful to have him as my general care physician.

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April 17, 2024

5.0

excellent communication and response

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April 15, 2024

5.0

Over time, I have developed a trusting relationship with Dr. Wilsnack. I have confidence in his abilities and trust that he has my best interests at heart.

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April 15, 2024

5.0

Dr. Wilsnack is a caring and professional doctor. He goes the extra mile in providing care for his patients and supports tests in trying to get to an accurate diagnosis.

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April 14, 2024

5.0

Dr. Wilsnack has been my PCP for several years and his level of personal attention and respect is a benchmark for other doctors. Never dismissive or condescending and so responsive to any questions. I'm actually a referral from someone else.

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April 12, 2024

5.0

Very personalble though knowledgeable and kind

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April 10, 2024

5.0

Professional and thorough. Very knowledgeable and friendly

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April 09, 2024

5.0

Good listening and understanding of health concerns I raised.

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April 03, 2024

5.0

A good repreble doctor

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April 02, 2024

5.0

Awesome Doctor who cares

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March 28, 2024

5.0

Competent and very efficient

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March 26, 2024

5.0

He is thorough and goes over everything

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March 16, 2024

5.0

Excellent physician and a very kind man

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March 13, 2024

5.0

Through-caring & detailed.

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March 13, 2024

5.0

He is a fantastic Dr. who truly cares about his patients. He’s through and on top of my health issues

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March 12, 2024

5.0

Dr. Wilsnack is thorough and thoughtful.

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March 11, 2024

5.0

He’s a great doctor. Very easy to get in touch with and follows up extremely fast. He is also a great listener during an appointment.

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March 11, 2024

5.0

Thoughtful, thorough, and genuinely caring about my health.

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March 08, 2024

5.0

Dr. Wilsnack has been my doctor for more than two decades. He has always been kind and compassionate and attentive to any medical issue you bring to him. I have been told mammogram results or blood test results will be ready in five to seven business days. With Dr. Wilsnack, you have the results in one to two business days. Very selfishly I hope he does not retire during my lifetime.

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March 07, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable with bedside manners.

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March 06, 2024

5.0

Dr Wilsnack is very much interested in understanding the overall health of his patients.

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March 01, 2024

5.0

Tremendous job of being thorough and taking the time to make sure everything was addressed. Easy to talk to. Talks with you, not at you. Appreciate that.

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February 29, 2024

5.0

Excellent physician. Knowldgeable. Responsive. Personable. Empathetic.

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February 28, 2024

5.0

His attention to in-person detail and follow-up communications between visits provide comfort in the level of care one is receiving.

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February 21, 2024

5.0

He is one of the best.

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February 20, 2024

5.0

Gd service

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February 14, 2024

5.0

Dr. Wilsnack listens and responds with solutions to my health concerns.

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February 08, 2024

5.0

I appreciate his clear communication skills in office and online. As well as his calm presence - for people who might be anxious!

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February 06, 2024

5.0

Top notch doctor. Responsive, available and knowledgeable.

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February 04, 2024

5.0

Takes time to explain things, thorough exam, very responsive with test results.

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February 02, 2024

5.0

Thorough and helpful

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February 01, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable and professionalism

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February 01, 2024

5.0

Amazing doctor

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January 31, 2024

5.0

Dr. Wilsnack has been treating me or sending me to NM specialists for over 22 years. He knows about my vein troubles, skin disorders, heart problems, colonoscopy challenges and weight loss. He knew about challenges when we switched to the MyChart system. When Covid-19 came along, he let me address how I was going to get help from the bigger system like everyone else. And he did watch when I was getting the vaccines and boosters. He knew I was surviving this grave disease. His approach is to be proactive, especially when there is a sign that something isn't right. He errs on the side of caution. He is, without any doubt, a great professional and a great person.

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January 25, 2024

5.0

He cares

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January 24, 2024

5.0

Dr. Wilsnack is so professional, thorough, constructive for positive health and overall wellbeing. He’s the best doctor

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January 20, 2024

5.0

Have had a number of doctors in my long life. Dr. Wilsnack is the best I've had. Always a complete personal review and excellent recommendations.

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January 19, 2024

5.0

He speaks in easy to understand terms, shows excellent expertise, and shows care for his patients.

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January 18, 2024

5.0

Caring & responsive

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January 17, 2024

5.0

Dr. Wilsnack is a patient, empathic and knowledgeable provider.

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January 16, 2024

5.0

He has consistently gone beyond my expectations to help me out.

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January 10, 2024

5.0

Extremely satisfied with the service, knowledge, honesty, prompt and proactive feedback of Dr. Wilsnack.

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January 03, 2024

5.0

Extremely responsive to any inquiries

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January 03, 2024

5.0

He takes care & attention in making sure all my medical needs are taken care of or scheduled.

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January 02, 2024

5.0

Dr wilsnack is providing great guidance as I age

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December 29, 2023

5.0

I trust and respect Dr. Wilsnack

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December 29, 2023

5.0

He is very trustworthy and listens to me and answers all my questions.

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December 27, 2023

5.0

He cares

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December 18, 2023

5.0

Great Doctor

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December 16, 2023

5.0

Dr. Wilsnack is very personable, professional and informative. Good advice and care.

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December 15, 2023

5.0

A fine physician, who really cares for his patients and goes out of his way to help.

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December 15, 2023

5.0

Expert, caring service

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December 14, 2023

5.0

Had many many doctors. He is the best

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December 11, 2023

5.0

Very kind, listen to me/even when unnecessary information, and gets to the issue/problem. He sends you are your way…no drama,

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December 08, 2023

5.0

He cares about me and always does what is in my best interest.

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December 07, 2023

5.0

He is attentive, humane, warm, responsive and truly cares about his patients’ well-being.

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December 06, 2023

5.0

Very good, sensible and responsive

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December 05, 2023

5.0

He’s the most responsive and knowledgeable Internal Med Doc my wife and were fortunate to meet and work wirh

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December 02, 2023

5.0

Terrific physician

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November 30, 2023

5.0

My girlfriend said it best, he’s pleasant to be around

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November 27, 2023

5.0

Great Doctor. Personable, professional, and very competent.

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November 21, 2023

5.0

Dr. Wilsnack is always outstanding

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November 20, 2023

5.0

Dr Wilsnack has been my trusted physician for many years. He provides excellent care and answers all of my questions. I would highly recommend him!

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November 18, 2023

5.0

Very responsive, caring, knowledgeable

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November 17, 2023

5.0

He listens! We have great conversations. I feel very comfortable talking with him.

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November 14, 2023

5.0

I have relied on him before to guide me through a health scare I had earlier this year. He was always available and a constant advocate for my care.

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November 13, 2023

5.0

friendly, good bedside manner, knowledgeable.

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November 09, 2023

5.0

good doctor

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October 31, 2023

5.0

Excellent, kind, professional, and very knowledgeable. So pleased he is my physician!,

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October 31, 2023

5.0

He doesn’t start looking at your records when you walk in. He has prepared in advance for your appointment. He is extremely thorough and often answers my questions before I even ask them. He gives you whatever time you need and is patient and calm.

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October 31, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable and willing to listen to his patients

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October 30, 2023

5.0

Whole-health outlook. Discovered serious problem, recommended specialist.

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October 30, 2023

5.0

He cares !!

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October 18, 2023

5.0

I absolutely love my Doctor, he takes such great care of my medical needs, he addresses all of my concerns and mind at ease

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October 17, 2023

5.0

Very thorough and super responsive.

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October 16, 2023

5.0

Highly responsive and proactive!

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October 12, 2023

5.0

Dr Wilsnack is compassionate, listens and follows through. He's easy to talk to and communicate with. Responds to messages right away.

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October 08, 2023

5.0

I’ve only seen this doctor once but he treated me as if he’s been my doctor all my life: he was very attentive, listened to and addressed my concerns, offered sincere care about the issues I shared, offered more care that I needed (my flu shot) and he was very professional!! I realize I would only see him once but I truly wished Dr. Wilsnack had an opening in his schedule that would have allowed him to be designated as my new Primary Care physician.

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September 26, 2023

5.0

Has all the requirements. Expertise, manner, concern.

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September 23, 2023

5.0

Dr Wilsnack is professional, caring, responsive to questions and provide quality care.

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September 21, 2023

5.0

Thoughtful and thorough.

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September 15, 2023

5.0

The examination provided by Dr. Wilsnack and his explanation of findings.

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September 11, 2023

5.0

I think Dr. Wilsnack is knowledgeable, very well trained, cares about his patients, and has the resources of Northwestern behind him if needed. What could be better?

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September 11, 2023

5.0

This was my first visit with Dr. Wilsnack and he asked focused questions, did a good exam of my ankles and recommended next steps to confirm what he thought the problem was. This was exactly what I was hoping for and have come to expect from all the doctors at Northwestern.

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September 09, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable and experienced

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September 05, 2023

5.0

Very personable, and very helpful.

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Disclosures

Joel A. Wilsnack, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.

External Professional Relationships

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