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Mary E. Zinn, MD

4.9

548 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Pulmonology

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Education

Medical Education:: MD, Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine - 1982
Residency:: Loyola University Medical Center - 1985
Fellowships:: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 1987

Board Certifications

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

Faculty Profile

Clinical Assistant 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 Lake Forest Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

548 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

66 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

66 Reviews

April 23, 2024

5.0

Dr. Zinn is the most thorough, caring, thoughtful, and respectful doctor!

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April 22, 2024

5.0

Dr. Zinn is very compassionate and caring in addition to her excellent medical knowledge. Sheâ€™s the best!!

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April 21, 2024

5.0

Thorough

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April 17, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable and communicative

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April 16, 2024

5.0

Very caring and through

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April 15, 2024

5.0

She is the best. Patient and caring.

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April 11, 2024

5.0

Listened and clearly described the nature of my care. Thoroughl and caring.

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April 11, 2024

5.0

Absolutely the best of the best! Not only does Dr Mary Zinn continue to treat me but she has me on the road to overall better health. I have come to trust and respect Dr Zinn on so many levels. She has my strongest recommendation for anyone that needs a Pulmonologist with a proven track record!

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April 08, 2024

5.0

Outstanding clinician. Thorough. Extremely knowledgeable. Affable. Addressed all questions and concerns.

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March 26, 2024

5.0

Dr. Zinn is very thorough and explains everything.

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March 19, 2024

5.0

She takes the time to explain the medical terms. She also provides feedback regarding next steps.

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March 10, 2024

5.0

Dr. Zinn was very pleasant to talk to. She took the time to take a complete history, thorough review of tests, sensible advise on follow up care.

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March 07, 2024

5.0

Dr. Zinn was present, meaning a good listener and provided information pertinent to what has been happening with my health. She shared her expertise in a friendly and caring manner. She use knowledgeably the data and tools at her reach to provide guidance. Her demeanor reassured me that I am in good hands.

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March 01, 2024

5.0

She is very caring and knowledgeable, answers all my concerns, and explains clearly what I need to do next.

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February 28, 2024

5.0

She was very clear in explaining things in a way we could understand!

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February 22, 2024

5.0

She was very thorough and explained everything well no

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February 20, 2024

5.0

Excellent knowledge

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February 15, 2024

5.0

Dr Zinn was on time took a real interest in me she explained everything in detail answered questions and has a follow up plan. She is kind, compassionate, very knowledgeable and articulate. I would highly recommend her to my family and friends looking for a pulmonologist.

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February 12, 2024

5.0

Dr. Zinn is a fabulous doctor.

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February 08, 2024

5.0

She takes her time with her patients

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February 07, 2024

5.0

Dr Zinn was caring and detail oriented and determined to find out what caused my coughing. She was patient and listened to my needs rather than jump to any conclusion like another pulmonologist at northwestern did. I came to her for second opinion

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February 06, 2024

5.0

Listens carefully and offers great options for care.

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February 05, 2024

5.0

She is close to mothers home

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February 03, 2024

5.0

Took time to cover my concerns

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February 03, 2024

5.0

Excellent doctor, very thorough, knowledgeable and caring

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January 30, 2024

5.0

Sheâ€™s very thorough

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January 23, 2024

5.0

Very thorough and listened. Spent time figuring out what to do next. Answers all my questions.

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January 15, 2024

5.0

Dr Zinn is a wonderful and caring physician.

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January 09, 2024

5.0

She soent time and gave me suggestions to improve mty lungs a nd all the surrounding issues tgat affectcmy lungs Asthma. Runny nose weight etc gave ne assignments to study. I lije her. Thanks doc

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December 23, 2023

5.0

Excellent doctors like Dr.Zinn are a rarity nowadays. Not afraid to face the challenges of my health conditions with her at my side.

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December 19, 2023

5.0

Answered all my questions and had excellent programs for my future health

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December 12, 2023

5.0

Straightforward and knowledgeable

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December 10, 2023

5.0

She takes time with her patient

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December 07, 2023

5.0

She is very clear and easy to talk to.

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December 04, 2023

5.0

See the above. She was very thorough and explained things very clearly.

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November 30, 2023

5.0

Nice and explain everything to you

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November 27, 2023

5.0

Reviewed with me all of our past appointments and results.

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November 26, 2023

5.0

listens to concerns and addresses issues. Concerned, compassionate and knowlegable

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November 21, 2023

5.0

Took plenty of time to go over history, symptoms and recommendations. On time for appointment, professional, Friendly etc

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November 20, 2023

5.0

She was thorough and explained everything to make sure I understand my treatment.

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November 20, 2023

5.0

Very caring and knowledgeable.

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November 19, 2023

5.0

Great physician

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November 18, 2023

5.0

She's very knowledgeable and personable.

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November 14, 2023

5.0

Listed above -great explanation and great IMMEDIATE FOLLOW-UP

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November 14, 2023

5.0

Dr. Zinn is a very thorough and patient-oriented physician. I know I am I. The best care as her patience. She always does a phenomenal job educating me about my respiratory illnesses.

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November 14, 2023

5.0

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November 13, 2023

5.0

Smart. Caring Follows through.

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November 10, 2023

5.0

She's very thorough and personable

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November 02, 2023

5.0

Considerate caring and kind. Listens and makes her treatment options and recommendations clearly. Excellent doctor!

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October 31, 2023

5.0

I value her opinions, and her suggestions.

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October 16, 2023

5.0

Dr Zinn shows a wealth of knowledge and is eager to open up to you in detail what your condition is and the best treatment needed. She is very personable so talking with her is easy.

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October 13, 2023

5.0

As above. I have worked with many critical care doctors in my 50 years in the medical field. I feel comfortable with her knowledge and caring attitude.

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October 10, 2023

5.0

Excellent care.

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October 08, 2023

5.0

Professional, kind, informative, caring doctor!!!

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October 05, 2023

5.0

Smart, capable and warm

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October 02, 2023

5.0

She is the best. Takes time and is truly concerned about me

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October 01, 2023

5.0

Dr Mary Zinn was taking care of me after hospital She is very knowledgeable doctor

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September 30, 2023

5.0

I feel totally well cared by her

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September 28, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable and inquisitive about your care.

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September 26, 2023

5.0

Very professional and knowledgeable. She takes time to give a thorough examination and answers any questions.

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September 26, 2023

5.0

Dr. Zinn is a brilliant, compassionate physician who relentlessly seeks the root cause of one's condition to determine the proper treatment. She is one in a trillion!

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September 26, 2023

5.0

She takes time to explain and is extremely knowledgeable.

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September 21, 2023

5.0

Very thorough. This was the first time seeing her. She spent a good amount of time with me, asking questions about my medical history and any problems I might be having. I never felt rushed and was able to ask all the questions that I had.

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September 18, 2023

5.0

Dr.Zinn took her time and was very patient and thourough to explain things and answer questions.

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September 16, 2023

5.0

Listens to my issues

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September 14, 2023

5.0

She was friendly, down to earth, thorough, listened, explained everything and answered questions. I really liked her!

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Disclosures

Mary E. Zinn, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2023.

External Professional Relationships

Pharmaceutical, device, and biotechnology companies frequently collaborate with basic scientists and physicians within an academic medical center to help advance science and improve patient care. These relationships are important in achieving scientific breakthroughs and in establishing the effectiveness and safety of promising new therapies. In order to assure objectivity in clinical research and patient care, the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine (Feinberg), Northwestern Memorial HealthCare, Children's Hospital of Chicago Medical Center, and the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab have adopted integrity policies that require research and clinical faculty (in full-time, part-time, and unpaid/voluntary categories) to report compensated and uncompensated external industry relationships. Patients are encouraged to discuss these disclosures with their physician as well as to inquire as to how these relationships are overseen by Feinberg. To learn more about our Disclosure and Professional Integrity Policy, and the conflict of interest policies of our joint affiliate survey partners, please go to our Office for Regulatory Affairs Policies page.

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