James J. Paparello, MD

James J. Paparello, MD

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Primary Specialty

Nephrology

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, University of Connecticut School of Medicine - 1996
Residency:
University of North Carolina Hospitals - 1998
Fellowships:
University of North Carolina Hospitals - 2001

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified)
  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Nephrology (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 Lake Forest Hospital
Northwestern Memorial Hospital

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5.0
5.0 

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April 27, 2024

5.0

Great bedside manner Cares about each patient Has an action plan Communicates well

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April 24, 2024

5.0

Dr. Paparello is the best Dr. I've had at Northwestern Memorial. He takes his time with his patients. He covers all areas of care thoroughly!

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April 24, 2024

5.0

Excellent communication and understanding

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April 19, 2024

5.0

He is a very nice Doctor. He is very thoughtful, knowledgeable, pleasant and takes his time with you. Always impressed.

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April 10, 2024

5.0

He really seems to know his stuff, and he explains complicated Medical concepts clearly.

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March 18, 2024

5.0

He takes all the time you need. It’s like he’s your only patient. Great listener!

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March 13, 2024

5.0

He is kind, caring, thorough, interested in his patient’s lives, and takes the time to engage in meaningful discussions. In fact, he remembers details from my visits six or more months ago. NWM has a great physician.

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March 11, 2024

5.0

He is amazing. He really cares about his patients. He treats his patients with respect, takes time to answer your questions and listens you.

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March 10, 2024

5.0

Expertise. Thorough and caring approach. Listens to patient concerns.

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March 06, 2024

5.0

He is always attentive . He works with my other doctors and always shares information with me about me. Visits with him are always enjoyable.

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March 05, 2024

5.0

I am very confident my family and my friends will be well satisfied if I referr Dr.Paparello. I know they Wii be in good hands.

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February 28, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable and very helpful!

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February 16, 2024

5.0

I had a good recommendation from the Doctor and I was able to confirm it at my appointment. I took the time to listen and see what was best for my health.

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February 07, 2024

5.0

A human nephrologist! What a gift, as opposed to the brightest pweson in any and everything in between ... humanely.

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February 05, 2024

5.0

Friendly demeanor. Great at synthesizing various symptoms

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January 21, 2024

5.0

Excellent doctor who listens to his patients.

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January 19, 2024

5.0

All other areas closed down that day due to weather but this Doc honored our request and time even with the 4th floor lab closed

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January 17, 2024

5.0

He listens and has excellent bedside manners. He communicates with my other doctors. He comes up with a plan for my condition from listening, understanding my concerns and reviewing my test results.

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January 13, 2024

5.0

Expert knowledge, outstanding communication

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January 12, 2024

5.0

We felt very comfortable with this doctor and his bedside manner.

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January 10, 2024

5.0

Well run office

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January 09, 2024

5.0

Good, careing understanding Just a nice persin

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January 03, 2024

4.0

He is a top notch doctor

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December 20, 2023

5.0

Calm demeanor, knowledgeable, thorough, and caring.

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December 15, 2023

5.0

As above. Outstanding care.

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December 13, 2023

5.0

Again, my doctor was so caring, kind, professional, and concerned. On top of that he was extremely thorough.

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December 06, 2023

5.0

Awesome Dr

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December 04, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable, friendly, caring

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December 04, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable and thoughtful

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December 01, 2023

5.0

He knows his patients and spend time explaining.

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December 01, 2023

5.0

The Dr. Has patience that's what patients want

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December 01, 2023

5.0

Kind, thoughtful, incredibly detailed and addressed every concern I had

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November 30, 2023

5.0

An excellent doctor

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November 30, 2023

5.0

Overall a great doctor and knowledgeable

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November 27, 2023

5.0

Experienced, compassionate, helpful

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November 21, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable, professional and a great personality.

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November 20, 2023

5.0

Dr. Paparello is such a caring doctor. Explains everything very well.

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November 17, 2023

5.0

So easy to understand

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November 13, 2023

5.0

He is very thorough and is excellent about explaining what is going on. Also, his hair is cute. [Sorry, but I could not resist.]

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November 10, 2023

4.0

I trust him with the care of my referrals to him

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November 09, 2023

5.0

So knowledgable!

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October 28, 2023

5.0

Caring, thorough, good listener, expert care

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October 13, 2023

5.0

Great Kidney Doctor.

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October 12, 2023

5.0

He has been following my care for many years and truly cared for his patients.

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October 04, 2023

5.0

Great doctor. Knowledgeable and professional.

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September 29, 2023

5.0

I have been seeing Dr. Paparello since about 2005 or 2006 and he helped me with everything I needed to know and do right up to my transplant and after. He is a very nowlegable and friendly doctor and I would highly recommend him to anyone needing a Nephrologist!!!

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September 24, 2023

5.0

see above. he is smart. he is dedicated. and he doesn't give up looking for answers I am 87 yrs old and I with careful thought conclude this physician is both scientifically and "humanly" tops

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September 23, 2023

5.0

Dr. Paparello took his time to explain things to me and did not try and rush anything. He was ver pleasant and caring.

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September 23, 2023

5.0

One of the best doctors I’ve had.

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September 22, 2023

5.0

A dedicated practitioner with a personality and does his patient homework.

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September 22, 2023

5.0

He was extremely professional and thorough. I’m so glad I was able to meet with him.

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September 22, 2023

5.0

Dr. Paparello is knowledgeable, a great listener and shows great care for his patients.

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September 21, 2023

5.0

Have had him for several years. He is very intelligent and sincere. He cares for all his patients.

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September 19, 2023

5.0

Dr. Papparello is very caring and knowledgeable. I can call him anytime I need his expertise. He promptly gets back to me whenever I text him ony Chart.

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September 18, 2023

5.0

He is the best. He takes the time to understand and advise. He cares!

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September 10, 2023

5.0

Shows genuine interest in your health challenges and works with you to help bring about positive outcomes.

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September 06, 2023

5.0

Competence and communications. Inspires confidence.

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