Rajal C. Patel, MD

Rajal C. Patel, MD

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Obstetrics and Gynecology

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Practice Focus Areas

  • Female Sexual Dysfunction
  • Hormone Replacement Therapy
  • Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
  • Laser Surgery
  • Menopause
  • Pelvic Pain
  • Vaginitis
  • Vulvar Disease

Education

Medical Education:
MD, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine - 2010
Residency:
University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics - 2014
Fellowships:
University of Michigan Health System - 2018

Languages Spoken

  • Gujarati
  • Hindi

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Obstetrics and Gynecology (Certified)

Faculty Profile

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 

1567 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

April 25, 2024

5.0

She takes her time with her patience and as thorough.

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April 25, 2024

5.0

Dr. Patel takes her time with you and is compassionate. She is up to take on the latest research and passionate about women’s health care.

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April 25, 2024

5.0

Her Personality very pleasant

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April 24, 2024

5.0

Very helpful, very knowledge. I can tell she is super busy but will make sure all my questions are answered. She always checks before leaving the room.

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April 24, 2024

5.0

Excellent care and service

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April 24, 2024

5.0

She was very nice.

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April 24, 2024

5.0

Wonderful, knowledgeable, makes you feel at ease. Explains conditions.

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April 23, 2024

5.0

Kind, good listener,find a solution to my problems.she is so smart.God bless her

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April 23, 2024

5.0

Dr Patel is very nice and understands what I’m going through.

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April 20, 2024

5.0

She listens to me and answers my questions and changes the treatment when it is worse than the disease.

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April 19, 2024

5.0

She listens carefully and explains thoroughly.

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April 18, 2024

5.0

Great, no nonsense approach. She trusts and believes patients without the judgment we get from other doctors. She answered all my questions and offered helpful information

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April 17, 2024

5.0

Excellent care!

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April 16, 2024

5.0

Excellent service

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April 16, 2024

5.0

Very willing to listen to my issues and does not rush through appointments. She was finally able to diagnose my problem after almost three years of other doctors not knowing what to do.

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April 15, 2024

5.0

Dr Patel was warm, friendly, gentle, she had reviewed my chart prior to the appointment and she explained things very clearly.

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April 15, 2024

5.0

She is a very kind and concerned physician. She took the time to answer all of my questions

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April 12, 2024

5.0

She takes the time to listen to her patients and she really cares about their health and well being

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April 12, 2024

5.0

Great service

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April 11, 2024

5.0

Wonderful bedside manner not to mention expertise. Really took the time to listen to me

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April 10, 2024

5.0

Expertise; care and concern.

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April 10, 2024

5.0

Highest level of care, compassion and patience. I am sure she encounters the same patient issues daily however I feel I am truly heard and cared for.

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April 09, 2024

5.0

Thoughtful/analytical about proposed solutions

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April 08, 2024

5.0

Dr. Patel is one of the best doctors I've EVER met. She is so knowledgeable, non-judgemental, helpful, and really cares about my health.

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April 04, 2024

5.0

She knows how to keep her patients at ease and comfortable while listening and professionally answering all concerns.

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April 03, 2024

5.0

Dr. Patel helped me troubleshoot a gyno issue that I have been having for a decade in ten minutes. Simply amazing.

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April 02, 2024

5.0

Appreciate her expertise in menopause care which not something you can find easily in other clinicians.

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April 02, 2024

5.0

She was extremely nice and made sure I understood what she was telling me and included me in making the decision for the next step.

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April 02, 2024

5.0

Highly knowledgeable

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April 02, 2024

5.0

Very friendly and personable. She listens to me and answers all my questions, ensuring that I understand what we have discussed.

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April 02, 2024

5.0

She is compassionate and understanding.

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March 29, 2024

5.0

She is very personable and caring. I would recommend her 100%

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March 28, 2024

5.0

She is the BEST!!!! Dr. Patel LISTENS! She is interested in helping you, GENUINELY!

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March 28, 2024

5.0

Amazing, attentive physician. Dr Patel does a great job of listening and communicating information.

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March 27, 2024

5.0

Dr Patel is kind, passionate, knowledgeable and the best at what she does.

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March 27, 2024

5.0

Same as above. I look forward to seeing her. She’s an expert with a practical and warm approach. She’s interested in my well-being and quality of life.

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March 27, 2024

5.0

Very detailed explanation and very informative

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March 26, 2024

5.0

She was wonderful. She listened and understood my concerns and addressed them. She explained options to me and we came up with a good plan going forward. A really good experience.

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March 26, 2024

5.0

She is so authentic, honest and compassionate!

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March 26, 2024

5.0

Dr.Patel made me feel seen! She validated every emotion and issue i had! She worked with me and together we came up with a plan! She was upbeat and had a great sense of humor! She listened to all i had to say and offered me options. She went over all the risks and benefits. She was amazing!

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March 24, 2024

5.0

Professional and knowledgeable

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March 24, 2024

5.0

Dr. Patel was extremely knowledgeable and very helpful. She made me feel comfortable and well taken care of.

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March 21, 2024

5.0

Explained everything clearly.LISTENED to me.

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March 21, 2024

5.0

Dr. Patel seemed competent and efficient. She also explained things well.

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March 20, 2024

5.0

She was very patient with me.She listened to me.She listen to .My husband Because he's very knowledgeable. What's going on with me talk about something that was going on with me and she's was very helpful and I love her

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March 20, 2024

5.0

Dr Patel was professional and knowledgeable, so friendly.

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March 19, 2024

5.0

Empathy, knowledge, speciality on menopause

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March 18, 2024

5.0

She listened, made me feel like she had all the time in the world for me. And. Hopefully has me on a course of treatment!

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March 09, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable

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March 06, 2024

5.0

She has a lot of expertise and is a specialist in the area I need. It is frustrating that if I have a follow up question regarding next steps or prescription instructions it is hard to reach her and her nurses don’t answer the questions well.

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March 06, 2024

5.0

Dr Rajal Patel is attentive, genuinely concerned and offers solutions based on an individual approach. I’m not one to usually mention age but being younger, Dr Patel is able to have more innovative approach to her patients. That makes me feel that I don’t have to fight the system of outdated rules.

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March 05, 2024

5.0

I’m pleased with her medical intervention.

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March 04, 2024

5.0

Dr. Patel is outstanding. She is very compassionate, empathetic, and puts you at ease during the exam. Answers all questions thoughtfully and thoroughly. She also has a wonderful sense of humor.

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March 04, 2024

5.0

Very professional and helpful. Took the time to listen and explain.

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March 02, 2024

5.0

The Dr was amazing. She validated my concerns and answered all my questions and provided information for long term care.

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February 29, 2024

5.0

She listened to my concerns and is an excellent physician.

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February 28, 2024

5.0

Dr Patel has the patience to listen to her patients, show compassion, take the time to discuss any concerns, provides ample information related to my concerns and encourages questions. A rare find in the current environment!! I feel very lucky to have her as my physician

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February 28, 2024

5.0

I really felt at eased with Doctor Patel. She made me feel very comfortable with talking about my issue. As a new patient with her I think she's a great doctor.

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February 28, 2024

5.0

So normal and kind

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February 28, 2024

5.0

She listened to my symptoms and concerns, educated me on the risks associated with HRT. After balancing these risks with my quality of life concerns, we aligned on a treatment plan that I am comfortable with.

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February 24, 2024

5.0

Dr Patel cares for her patients

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February 23, 2024

5.0

She knows her stuff. Knowledgeable, kind, explains what’s going on with your body, best way to address the problem, good bedside manner, answers any questions I may have.

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February 23, 2024

5.0

Dr Patel immediately knew what my issues were and took steps to improve them. She is caring listens to any concerns I have without rushing me.

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February 21, 2024

5.0

She listens, guides and supports

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February 21, 2024

5.0

Very caring and knowledgeable.

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February 20, 2024

5.0

Knew what my problem on first visit. It makes you feel comfortable in her explanation of my condition. She gives you a thorough knowledge of the procedures to be done and treatment to apply. Surely enough this is what any patient needs to know.

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February 20, 2024

5.0

So smart, kind and take time to explain treatment

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February 19, 2024

5.0

Listens to patient concerns and explains conditions and treatments thoroughly

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February 14, 2024

5.0

She is very knowledgeable about the current HRT treatments

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February 14, 2024

5.0

She listened, offered useful, clarifying information, and examined me. Knowledgeable and clear.

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February 14, 2024

5.0

Dr. Patel is AWESOME. She's caring and willing to discuss and explain things. She treats you with respect and compassion.

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February 13, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable explains everything

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February 13, 2024

5.0

Dr Rajal Patel is an exceptional doctor, listens attentively, patient, understands disease and how to treat where, from my experience, many doctors do not for what I have, I am grateful to have found her

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February 12, 2024

5.0

Dr. Patel was very personable and was willing to listen to my concerns. She truly seemed interested in what I said and in helping me. She did not rush through the exam and I felt that she really cared about me.

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February 10, 2024

5.0

Great doctor, nice, compassion

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February 08, 2024

5.0

Dr Patel is awesome! So personable and takes time to get to know you as a person.

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February 08, 2024

5.0

She is confident and concise, clearly knows her field very well.

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February 08, 2024

5.0

She was kind and listened to my concerns

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February 05, 2024

5.0

My visit with Dr Patel was amazing-she was professional and caring at the same time and obviously very knowledgeable regarding my diagnosis

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February 02, 2024

5.0

Dr. Patel listened and truly cared about me today. She's a gem. Give her a raise! 😊

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February 02, 2024

5.0

Excellent clinical care, professional, and personable. Quick response by patient messaging portal and able to get in to see Dr. Patel quickly. Minimal wait time at my appointment. Helpful and friendly staff.

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February 02, 2024

5.0

Timely, expertise. Courteous patient manner considering sensitive topic Obvious expertise in specialty

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February 01, 2024

5.0

Very empathetic individual

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February 01, 2024

5.0

One of the best doctor experiences I have ever had! Dr. Patel was attentive & thorough. She was patient and understanding. I feel hopeful for relief of my symptoms for the first time in what feels like forever. Highly recommend!!

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February 01, 2024

5.0

Caring, compassionate, knowledgeable. She really knows how to relate to patients. She makes you feel cared for and safe!

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January 31, 2024

5.0

She is extremely up to date and knowledgeable with the current treatments for menopause

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January 31, 2024

5.0

She's an amazing doctor that truly cares for her patients.

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January 31, 2024

5.0

She is very knowledgeable

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January 30, 2024

5.0

Dr. Patel is no-nonsense and super real. I love her style, and I feel like I'm in excellent hands with her.

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January 29, 2024

5.0

I feel she is competent and cares.

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January 27, 2024

5.0

Excellent doctor, who is compassionate, understanding and knowledgeable!

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January 26, 2024

5.0

Menopause is dramatically undertreated in our country. This is a huge opportunity for NWMH. Thank you for supporting this office focused on the needs of women.

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January 26, 2024

5.0

Dr Patel is very knowledgeable she took her time to explain my condition and how to treat it. I left the office knowing I would be okay because her words were reassuring.

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January 25, 2024

5.0

Professional and courteous but very approachable

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January 24, 2024

5.0

She is very thorough in her care of patients. Her bedside manner is unmatched

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January 24, 2024

5.0

I absolutely love Dr. Patel’s straightforward approach and knowledge. She made me feel comfortable and not silly when I asked questions.

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January 23, 2024

5.0

Patient, listens, cares and respects all the emotions that surround adverse physical conditions affecting menopausal women. I am very grateful I found her.

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January 23, 2024

5.0

Excellent Care and follow up

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January 23, 2024

5.0

Dr Patel was friendly, efficient, caring, and helpful.

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January 23, 2024

5.0

I felt Dr. Patel took time to listen and explain, unlike I have ever had before.

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