Arthur M. Mandelin, MD, PhD

Arthur M. Mandelin, MD, PhD

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Rheumatology

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, PhD, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science Chicago Medical School - 2002
Residency:
Advocate Health Care (Advocate Lutheran General Hospital) - 2005
Fellowships:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2008

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Rheumatology (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Associate 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 Memorial Hospital

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4.9
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April 22, 2024

5.0

Exemplary academic physician

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April 18, 2024

5.0

Doctor Mandelin is an excellent doctor m, very good listener,with a great analytical mind with lot of knowledge… with empathetic heart. So happy to be his patient.

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April 13, 2024

5.0

I love him! Great bedside manner! Friendly, caring, informative, and approachable.

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April 12, 2024

5.0

Great doctor

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April 04, 2024

5.0

He answers any questions I have regarding my treatment. And when I have any questions he answers them so that I clearly understand. He also has a great bedside manner!

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April 03, 2024

5.0

He is like an encyclopedia! Even questions outside of his medical specialty are answered in a way I can understand. He’s always accessible/responsive and I trust him with my care.

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April 03, 2024

5.0

It is evident that he knows his field and knows how to accomplish what is needed

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March 25, 2024

5.0

Very efficient, well organized, inspires confidence

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March 22, 2024

5.0

This was my first time meeting Dr. Mandelin. It was a great visit. He was friendly, he listened to my questions and answered everything appropriately. He took his time to exam me. He was very thorough. Offered valid opinions and explained everything clearly. I am so happy I have him as my RA doctor.

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March 20, 2024

5.0

Attentive listening skills, compassionate, clear explanations

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March 19, 2024

5.0

Great bedside manner, natural teacher who explains complicated matters well to laity.

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March 13, 2024

5.0

He listens and explains things very thoroughly.

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March 11, 2024

5.0

Dr. Mandelin is knowledgeable, thorough, and caring.

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March 09, 2024

5.0

Very pleasant person and excellent care.

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March 04, 2024

5.0

Excellent person

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March 04, 2024

5.0

Dr. Mandelin has been in charge of my care for many years now. Although my diagnosis is complicated, he always has new ideas and does his very best to answer all of my questions. Dr. Mandelin keep me comfortable both mentally and physically. I would highly recommend Dr. Mandelin.

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February 28, 2024

5.0

Dr.Mandelin sat there and thought of every and any kind of way to ease the pain in my shoulder and ankle. I love him.

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February 28, 2024

5.0

Good and understanding.my care.

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February 22, 2024

5.0

Excellent doctor.

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February 21, 2024

5.0

Because he's the best.

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February 17, 2024

5.0

His patient care is extraordinary and very accurate, he is sensitive to the patient's needs.

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February 15, 2024

5.0

Very good specialist

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February 09, 2024

5.0

Professional, courteous and respectful. Knowledgeable and competent and answered questions in a understandable way.

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February 08, 2024

5.0

Dr Mandelin is extremely thorough and takes his time asking and answering questions. I did not feel rushed. Was impressed that Dr Mandelin is reaching out to my care team so everyone can understand what my issues are. I feel I am in good hands and hopefully will have answers soon.

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February 07, 2024

5.0

He’s thorough and very nice

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February 05, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable and attentive to my questions and needs

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February 02, 2024

5.0

He's a great doctor and gets to root often problem.

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February 02, 2024

5.0

He is well informed and always invites into a plan of care for your health.

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February 01, 2024

5.0

Its an honor to work with Dr. Mandelin who is apart of US National Research for the Psoriasis Foundation and Fleur de Cure of Chicago, giving back and helping to impove patient care and health today and for future generations! Thank you Dr. Mandelin!

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January 31, 2024

5.0

Listens well. Prepared for our first visit with him

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January 31, 2024

5.0

Dr. Mandelin is highly knowledgeable and has a great bedside manner.

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January 29, 2024

5.0

I’m sorry that I am too sick to type more than: Dr. Mandelin is an exemplary academic physician

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January 26, 2024

5.0

Provider was very informative and knowledgeable. Took time to explain things and answer questions.

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January 26, 2024

5.0

Been seeing him for all the years that I've had all my chronic pain and all my issues and to be honest. I haven't changed my medicare advantage to a network because I would not lose him. I will only make changes if he ever retires or leaves but fingers crossed. I'll have him till the end.

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January 25, 2024

5.0

Dr. Mandelin took the time to listen and provided a plan of action for my issue.

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January 24, 2024

5.0

He takes time with his patients

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January 24, 2024

5.0

Always thorough, kind and attentive, Dr Mandelin is the first rheumatologist that listened to me and actually prescribed medication that helps me!

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January 22, 2024

5.0

Dr Mandelin is a very bright doctor. Good listener, kind human being. I have lots of respect for him.

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January 22, 2024

5.0

Dr. Mandelin explained my condition thoroughly in terms easy to understand. He provided me with the options for treatment and answered all of my questions and concerns.

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January 22, 2024

5.0

Very well prepared for either in-person or video appointments.

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January 19, 2024

5.0

Dr. Mandelin is a wonderful doctor!

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January 18, 2024

5.0

Very helpful and willing to listen and answer questions

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January 18, 2024

5.0

I recommend him to everyone I know that battles RA. He is the best

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January 17, 2024

5.0

Dr. Mandelin is an outstanding rheumatologist.

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January 11, 2024

5.0

Dr Mandelin, Continues to be patient and kind. He intently listens to my concerns and most importantly takes the time to explain each and every question. Blood tests and other procedures in my chart are reviewed and explained. Dr Mandelin’s expertise is a reflection of the high quality of care that NWMH offers to their patients.

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January 10, 2024

5.0

I believe that he continues to educate himself on advances of dealing with the conditions I have.

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January 06, 2024

5.0

Conservative approach knowledgeable in knowing how to meet the personal needs of the patients and maintain the science behind the diagnosis one step at time Detailed good listener Trusted care

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January 03, 2024

5.0

The doctor was very helpful and listened to my concerns.

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January 03, 2024

5.0

Very professional, took time to explain clearly my condition, treatment plan and responded to all my questions.

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December 28, 2023

5.0

I like my doctor

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December 28, 2023

5.0

He is very attentive with the patient.

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December 21, 2023

5.0

I would definitely recommend him but I don’t want to fight with other patients to secure an appointment with Dr. Mandelin.

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December 14, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable, listens to concerns, compassionate

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December 14, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable

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December 14, 2023

5.0

Took his time explained everything answered all questions

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December 11, 2023

5.0

DR MANDELIN IS THE BEST REUMATOLOGIST IN THE NATION AND ALSO THE NORTHWESTERN HOSPITAL

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December 06, 2023

5.0

He does a thorough exam. He’s very knowledgeable and very professional.

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December 06, 2023

5.0

Really excellent care

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December 04, 2023

5.0

He’s a great doctor and a good listener he cares about his patients

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December 04, 2023

4.0

I personally really appreciate the doctor, and personally chose him, but others might not feel that way. Many females would rather have a female treat them that I know so that’s the reason for my score.

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December 01, 2023

5.0

Hes very educated must ha e gotten all A's in his class

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December 01, 2023

5.0

Dr. Mandelin was great and he helped me. I'd recommend him to anyone who needs care.

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November 29, 2023

5.0

He takes the time to listen to his patients and work together for the best possible care.

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November 17, 2023

5.0

He takes his time and makes sure all your concerns are addressed.

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November 14, 2023

5.0

Dr Mandelin Looks behind blood tests for diagnoses.

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November 10, 2023

5.0

Very personal

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November 03, 2023

5.0

Open to understand you ang give options

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October 26, 2023

5.0

My good doctor, you have them all excellent

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October 25, 2023

5.0

Very intelligent. Good bedside manner. Always responds in a timely manner to my concerns. Basically, one of the best doctors I have.

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October 25, 2023

5.0

Quality of service.

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October 25, 2023

5.0

good doctor

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October 25, 2023

5.0

Listens, evaluates, takes good care of my symptoms

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October 24, 2023

5.0

He is a great doctor!

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October 24, 2023

5.0

He’s a very patient & knowledgeable doctor. He makes me feel confident that I'm receiving the best care possible.

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October 20, 2023

5.0

I always respect and admire doctor Mandelin for his professionalism. He is always willing to listen to what I have to say.I don’t feel being rushed off .He addresses my concerns every clinic visit to my satisfaction. I feel very comfortable exchanging conversations with him. Dr. Mandelin is a very compassionate, kind and helpful doctor/person which I value. Needless to say, I don’t dread going to see him on every visit!

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October 09, 2023

5.0

Highly professional and very caring doctor.

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October 09, 2023

5.0

I would recommend him to anyone.

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October 06, 2023

5.0

He's a very good doctor, professional and courteous

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October 05, 2023

5.0

Dr. Mandelin is an outstanding doctor, called out what course of action would correct my pain in the back before treatment started and it worked 100%. He says he just got lucky on that call. I said I’d like to take him to Las Vegas with that kind of luck.

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October 04, 2023

5.0

He listen's to me, he ask me what's going on with me ,and also ask me what can we do to improve my illness.

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October 01, 2023

5.0

Dr. Mandelin is a wonderful doctor.

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September 30, 2023

5.0

Always takes time for me.

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September 27, 2023

5.0

He's very nice, listens, and provided beneficial treatment.

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September 23, 2023

5.0

excellent care

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September 21, 2023

5.0

He is very interesting in my care

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September 14, 2023

5.0

Listens well to my concerns, explains things well, puts my mind at ease. Willing to try different courses if care when necessary.

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September 08, 2023

5.0

He is a good listener, he is supportive and responsive to my needs, he is really smart, and he cares.

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September 07, 2023

5.0

I have been a patient of Dr Mandelin since 2006 and he has proven to be someone who can take my pain away when I am in need.

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September 01, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable.

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September 01, 2023

5.0

For excellence and humane treatment,

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