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N. Richie Thakur, MD

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1464 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Internal Medicine

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Education

Medical Education:: MD, University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine - 1991
Residency:: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 1994

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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4.9

4.9

1464 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

April 29, 2024

5.0

Dr. Thakur was personable, knowledgeable and thorough. He also was prompt and devised a sound strategy for my health care moving forward.

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April 25, 2024

5.0

Dr Thakur is the best!

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April 25, 2024

5.0

Iâ€™m healthy!

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April 23, 2024

5.0

Quick to respond

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April 22, 2024

5.0

Took his time with me

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April 22, 2024

5.0

The Best!

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April 22, 2024

5.0

Very thoughtful and thorough

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April 18, 2024

5.0

Excellent professional

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April 17, 2024

5.0

My experience with Dr. Thakur exceeded all expectations. After patiently waiting for a year to see him, I can confidently say it was worth every moment. From the moment I walked into the clinic, I felt welcomed and cared for. Dr. Thakur's expertise and professionalism shone through during my physical examination. He took the time to listen to my concerns, thoroughly addressed each one, and provided invaluable insights into maintaining my health. His demeanor was warm, reassuring, and genuinely empathetic. The wait may have been long, but the quality of care and attention I received made it all worthwhile. I highly recommend Dr. Thakur to anyone seeking exceptional medical care. Thank you, Dr. Thakur, for your outstanding service!

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April 16, 2024

5.0

Great doctor and very compassionate.

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April 15, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable. Thorough. Patient. Responded very timely manner.

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April 15, 2024

5.0

His confidence is reassuring, his professionalism is spot on

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April 09, 2024

5.0

I have been a patient of Dr Thakur for about 20 years and I have always been impressed with him.

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April 09, 2024

5.0

Explained everything we were doing

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April 08, 2024

5.0

Courteous, knowledgeable, and shows concern for patient. Never in a rush, takes time

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April 04, 2024

5.0

Trusted provider, excellent patient care and overall customer service.

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April 03, 2024

5.0

Dr. Thakur is very detail and he care about his patients. He always take time to hear your concerns.

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April 02, 2024

5.0

Doctor Thakur is the kind of doctor I have been looking for

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April 02, 2024

5.0

Dr Thakur is extremely kind, calm, caring and knowledgeable. He explains everything in easy-to-understand terms and is very proactive.

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April 01, 2024

5.0

He takes his time and explains the care to the patient.

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March 31, 2024

5.0

He is very knowledgeable, direct and caring. Very good with a patient with a lot of questions, like me !

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March 27, 2024

5.0

Awesome Doctor

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March 26, 2024

5.0

So knowledgeable about my history and as an internist.

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March 25, 2024

5.0

He takes the time to listen to you,discuss your case with you, examines you. He really takes his time with you and he advised you of your choices. Very informative.

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March 25, 2024

5.0

Takes time to hear the patient and discuss treatment.

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March 18, 2024

5.0

He seems to care for his patients. He never failed to contact me after any test. Not every Dr does that

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March 16, 2024

5.0

Again because of the patience concern and follow up that is shown

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March 14, 2024

5.0

Doctor N. Richie Thakur provides excellent care and has an excellent bedside manner.

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March 13, 2024

5.0

Dr Thakur is the best.I have referred several people to him and they all feel the same.

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March 13, 2024

5.0

Text me serious as a patient. Gives me all the time I need to explain what Iâ€™m worried about. most importantly, calls to discuss test results and explains everything thoroughly. He does not reply on my interpretation of the information on the app to understand my health. Just a great doctor.

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March 11, 2024

5.0

I been with Dr. Thakur for almost two decades and there is a reason for this. He is truly a doctor in every sense, a listener, counselor, and healer. He guides you through the root causes, treatments, and guidance for future outcomes. I canâ€™t stress how hard it is to find a physician with these qualities and truly an asset to northwestern memorial.

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March 10, 2024

5.0

Compassionate Sophisticated Practical

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March 08, 2024

5.0

Richie Thakur is incredibly kind, smart and always helpful. He has a fantastic bedside manner and is thorough and easy to contact. Dr. Thakur has always kept me healthy and I truly value him and his expertise.

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March 07, 2024

5.0

He has been great for me over the years. Got me with who I needed for a life saving surgery- canâ€™t beat that! And is very professional and quick to answer any questions fast & thoroughly Plus he is a nice man

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March 05, 2024

5.0

Dr Thakur is a fantastic physician.

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March 04, 2024

5.0

Great Doctor

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March 04, 2024

5.0

The doctor takes time to make sure I understand my healthcare issues. He has a great bedside manner.

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March 04, 2024

5.0

Very attentive knowledgeable and a caring attitude

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February 27, 2024

5.0

Heâ€™s the best of the best.

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February 27, 2024

5.0

Dr. T is a very nice man. Very concerned, he explains everything, he listens, and treat you with respect which is very appreciated.

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February 24, 2024

5.0

Dr. Thakur

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February 21, 2024

5.0

Great listener and accommodating to being able to see him when needed.

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February 20, 2024

5.0

Good doctor

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February 15, 2024

5.0

Thorough and patient with questions but efficient and on time

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February 13, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable and listens well

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February 13, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgable, explains things well, and takes his time to listen to all of the patientâ€™s questions.

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February 04, 2024

5.0

DR. THAKUR EXPLAINS CAREFULY THE PROBLEMS. HE IS VERY PROFESSIONAL AND TAKES HIS TIME.

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February 03, 2024

5.0

patience, really listens and is efficient

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February 01, 2024

5.0

I have always felt in â€œgood handsâ€ with Dr. Thakur. He is thorough in his examination when I see him and is genuinely concerned about my wellbeing.

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January 30, 2024

5.0

Caring and best medical advice

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January 24, 2024

5.0

Dr. Thakur listens and make sure youâ€™re OK before you leaves his office Heâ€™s truly Northwestern finest.

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January 24, 2024

5.0

Dr Thakur always follows up to let you know your test results and explains what is needed or not needed going forward.

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January 23, 2024

5.0

Explained recent tests results and then did a thorough update exam and followed up this morning with a phone call explaining blood work results

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January 18, 2024

5.0

Dr. Thakur always reviews your chart, asks about what concerns you may have and follows up and reviews lab results.

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January 16, 2024

5.0

Listens, explains, recommends what is necessary.

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January 15, 2024

5.0

Doctor is listening and attentive

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January 13, 2024

5.0

Dr. Thakur has been a trusted advisor for nearly 20 years.

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January 10, 2024

5.0

On time! Caring doctor. Always calls regarding a test the next day. Professional. Doesnâ€™t take things for granted.

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January 10, 2024

5.0

My doctor calls and discuss my results after each visit.

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January 10, 2024

5.0

Dr. Thakur is wonderful. He is down to earth, approachable and a great listener.

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January 09, 2024

5.0

His care and appreciation for my well being is top notch. I drive 60 miles to see him. He is the best!

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January 08, 2024

5.0

Great care!!

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January 04, 2024

5.0

Great doctor love his detail and patience approach towards my care.

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January 04, 2024

5.0

Dr. Thakur genuinely cares about his patients and is quick to schedule appointments when an issue comes up. He takes his time with you whenever you come in, it does not feel rushed. I believe my level of care with him is world class and I would recommend him to anyone who asked.

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January 04, 2024

5.0

Very tentative to my mothers needs, explains & talks to her in a caring manner.

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January 03, 2024

5.0

The kind of a doctor somebody plays on TV.

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January 02, 2024

5.0

Based on several years of experience with him, I find that he does not jump to conclusions without doing reasonable investigation through patient dialogue

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December 27, 2023

5.0

A great doctor & friend.

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December 23, 2023

5.0

Very thorough. Answers all my questions. Very personable

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December 22, 2023

5.0

See above. Plus always very prepared re my medical history since last appointment

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December 19, 2023

5.0

A very competitive doctor

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December 15, 2023

5.0

Always attentive, thorough and wise in his diagnoses and perspective

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December 15, 2023

5.0

Customer Service skills

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December 11, 2023

5.0

I have recommended Dr Thakur to family and friends, he is over booked

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December 11, 2023

5.0

A good health care doctor Doing this job in healthcare 4 Patients.

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December 08, 2023

5.0

In fact, I have recommended Dr. Thakur! He is very thoughtful, caring and thorough,

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December 07, 2023

5.0

Dr. Thakur is phenomenal. He takes the time to listen and give very sound recommendations. He knows my history and is very concerned about my health. Heâ€™s great.

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December 06, 2023

5.0

He is the best doctor in the world

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December 04, 2023

5.0

Great doctor very concerned about my health.

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December 01, 2023

5.0

Many years of superb care

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November 21, 2023

5.0

See above. He's terrific. Smart, thorough, responsive, careful. Everything one looks for in an internist and gp.

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November 20, 2023

5.0

He was very detailed. He listen to me and gave me all my options. We discussed them together, very soft-spoken and very well mannered his staff was very professional. They didnâ€™t keep you waiting. I respect your time. Everyone was very pleasant.

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November 17, 2023

5.0

I feel that doctor Thakur takes my care very seriously. He is always prepared and explains everything in detail. He takes my comments and concerns seriously. He has my complete trust.

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November 16, 2023

5.0

He is very knowledgeable and attentive.

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November 16, 2023

5.0

Amazing

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November 15, 2023

5.0

Best doctor in the hospital.

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November 15, 2023

5.0

Dr. Thakur is an outstanding physician and I feel so very fortunate to have an absolutely perfect Dr. in every way. He is very special and I so appreciate the excellent care I receive from him.

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November 14, 2023

5.0

Dr Thakur is attentive and thoughtful with my heath and care.

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November 13, 2023

5.0

A pleasure to work with. Explains things very well

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November 13, 2023

5.0

He is thorough & genuinely concerned about my well being.

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November 13, 2023

5.0

Dr. Thakur takes time to understand current health and advises on how to improve without being overly quick to push meds or unrealistic changes.

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November 13, 2023

5.0

Dr Thakur spends the time with me to explain â€œwhatâ€™s going onâ€ with my health. Heâ€™s a very caring individual.

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November 10, 2023

5.0

Compassionate, takes time.

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November 07, 2023

5.0

Dr. Thakur is both through and detailed in the care he wants to administer to his patients.

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November 07, 2023

5.0

All of the above reasons. I was nervous about meeting with someone new and have never had significant health issues before, but he made me feel very at ease.

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November 07, 2023

5.0

Very kind and knowledgeable man.

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November 07, 2023

5.0

Doctor Thakur in my opinion has always been concerned with my well being and health

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November 06, 2023

5.0

Always pleasant and easy to talk to. Thorough and helpful. He was able to fit me in to his busy schedule when I was in need.

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November 06, 2023

5.0

Excellent care.

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November 04, 2023

5.0

Dr Thakur is wonderful. Heâ€™s attentive, knowledgeable and practical. He also followed up when he said he would like he next day after my tests came back.

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