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James W. Kinn, MD

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909 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Cardiology

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Education

Medical Education:: MD, University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine - 1988
Residency:: University of Minnesota - 1991
Fellowships:: University of Minnesota - 1994

Beaumont Health (Royal Oak) - 1996

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease (Certified)
American Board of Internal Medicine - Interventional Cardiology (Certified)
Council for Certification in Cardiovascular Imaging - Nuclear Cardiology (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:: Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:: Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:: Central DuPage Hospital

Delnor Hospital

Huntley Hospital

Kishwaukee Hospital

McHenry Hospital

Woodstock Hospital

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4.9

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909 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

April 24, 2024

5.0

Knowledge!

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April 24, 2024

5.0

Caring knowledgeable doctor

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April 24, 2024

5.0

This was my second time seeing him, and he remembered my name I like that when the doctor remembers my name, that means he could keep up with his patience

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April 23, 2024

5.0

I recommended Dr. Kinn to my wife. Since her doctor retired and she was looking for a new cardiologist.

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April 23, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kinn listens, is patient and thorough. He always checks if I have any questions and I never feel rushed.

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April 22, 2024

5.0

Dr Kinn took time to explain the results of my tests. He throughly explained my treatment plan showed genuine concern for my well being.

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April 18, 2024

5.0

He patiently tries to help me understand what is going on with my heart, and I truly appreciate that.

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April 14, 2024

5.0

He listens nad has a great bedside manner.

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April 11, 2024

5.0

Attentive listening. Even suggesting non-medical solutions for issues causing me considerable stress.

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April 11, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kinn was attentive, listened to me and came up with a good solution.

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April 09, 2024

5.0

Thorough, kind, listen, gentle and explains everything to his patient

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April 04, 2024

5.0

Heâ€™s excellent! Respect worthy and respectful of both of us. My husband has Alzheimerâ€™s and is the patient. He was great with both of us

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March 25, 2024

5.0

Very thorough. Explains things very well so I understand and was nit as afraid. Most compassionate bedside manner I have ever had.

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March 24, 2024

5.0

Very friendly understanding well qualified

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March 20, 2024

5.0

As I mentioned before, that man saved my life, pure and simple

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March 19, 2024

5.0

He gets straight to the point, as long as you truthful with him, and heâ€™s very very pleasant and has a great sense of humor

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March 19, 2024

5.0

He knows his profession and has many years of experience.

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March 16, 2024

5.0

Experienced physician, good communicator, listens well, and caring.

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March 15, 2024

5.0

Dr Kinn takes his time to discuss all concerns that are brought up.

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March 13, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kinn is a great cardiologist and I have known him for 21 years.

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March 13, 2024

5.0

Very compassionate and good listener. I am in good hands.

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March 13, 2024

5.0

Very kind and is a good listener A great Doctor.

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March 11, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kinn and his cohorts saved my life after cardiac arrest.

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March 11, 2024

5.0

His experience, my successful experience, and his continued care

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March 11, 2024

5.0

he is experienced and knows what he is doing

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March 08, 2024

5.0

Dr. and nurse were great

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March 08, 2024

5.0

He makes you feel comfortable when he is talking to you.

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March 05, 2024

5.0

He is very informative. Caring. Detailed. He is a Great person.

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March 03, 2024

5.0

Dr Kinn took all the time I needed to answer my questions. He also showed me several good resources.

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February 28, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kinn is very thorough and kind. He explains everything in a way that is easily understood.

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February 18, 2024

5.0

I HAVE BEEN UNDER HIS CARE SINCE 2016 AND FIND HIM TO BE A PROFESSIONAL AND COMPETENT CARDIOLOGIST AS WELL AS TAKING TIME TO LISTEN TO ME.

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February 17, 2024

5.0

He takes his time with his patients and concepts thoroughly. I really appreciate his expertise and desire to help his patients.

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February 16, 2024

5.0

Heâ€™s knowledgeable, kind, and takes time to answer all of you questions.

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February 14, 2024

5.0

Professional

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February 14, 2024

5.0

He is very thorough and explains everything

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February 14, 2024

5.0

Talked clearly and directly to me. Made sure I understood all my options

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February 14, 2024

5.0

Great service

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February 10, 2024

5.0

Kind, knowlegable

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February 09, 2024

5.0

Dr Kinn explained everything clearly and tells me exactly what tests he wants me to take and why.

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February 06, 2024

5.0

He explains everything and his knowledge is second to none.

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February 05, 2024

5.0

He really seems to care. He has a very happy positive disposition.

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February 01, 2024

5.0

Great Doctor who takes time to thoughtfully explain and answer questions. Proactively suggests adjustments to your treatment and explains reasoning.

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January 30, 2024

5.0

Very interested in my care and concerns

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January 30, 2024

5.0

Intelligent and empathetic

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January 24, 2024

5.0

Very informative and Dr Kinn takes his time with you

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January 20, 2024

5.0

He is a great doctor. Kind understanding and compassionate. He takes his time with patients and listens to them, than gives good advice

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January 18, 2024

5.0

Same as above comments: Professionalism is top notch across the board; great communication and listening skills. Dr. Kinn is an excellent physician who listens to and cares about his patients.

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January 18, 2024

5.0

Professional and knowledgeable

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January 11, 2024

5.0

Answered all my questions and explained things thoroughly.

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January 09, 2024

5.0

Very reassuring, caring,

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January 09, 2024

5.0

He was thoughtful & easy to talk with.

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January 03, 2024

5.0

With Dr. Kinn's care I have been able to return to my chores, cares, & activities!

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January 03, 2024

5.0

Dr Kinn is very knowledgeable and has good common sense, gives sensible and practical advice.

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December 18, 2023

5.0

Excellent care and thorough.

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December 13, 2023

5.0

Dr kinn cares about his patients and it shows in his questions and what each patient needs to continue a healthy life

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December 12, 2023

5.0

Professional and personal, experienced.

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December 12, 2023

5.0

Personal, empathetic and knowledgeable

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December 05, 2023

5.0

Dr kinn is always so friendly..

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December 05, 2023

5.0

Dr. Kinn took the time to really understand my issues and discuss his plan to address them.

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November 29, 2023

5.0

Dr. Kinn took the time to listen to me and my concerns and addressed them all and gave solid feedback and guidance regarding my situation.

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November 19, 2023

5.0

Dr. Kinn is professional, confident and easy to talk to.

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November 12, 2023

5.0

Knowlege

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November 10, 2023

5.0

Iâ€™ve known him for years and find him to be very knowledgeable, pragmatic, and offers good advice

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November 10, 2023

5.0

I appreciate Dr Kinnâ€™s thoroughness in my care. His attention to my specific issues has resulted in great improvement in my overall physical & mental health. He takes time to ask questions and to make sure my questions ae answered.

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November 07, 2023

5.0

Dr. Kinn's thoroughness, expertise, and his ability to keep my cardiac wellbeing in check.

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November 07, 2023

5.0

He takes the time and is extremely knowledgeable.

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November 06, 2023

5.0

Personable and caring

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November 06, 2023

5.0

He is a very calm, measured person who quiets people's fears and thinks in a logical manner. I liked him a lot and he made me feel much better about my heart in one visit.

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November 04, 2023

5.0

He is extremely interested in the patient, takes time with me listens to the symptoms I have makes sure to get tests so that no underlying condition exists

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November 03, 2023

5.0

Extremely caring and knowledgeable doctor

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November 02, 2023

5.0

Dr Kinn takes such a strong interest in making sure everything is understood and he is a very caring doctor.

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October 31, 2023

5.0

Heâ€™s closely followed my case from the beginning with great attention and care.

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October 30, 2023

5.0

Dr Kinn was very informative.

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October 30, 2023

5.0

Excellent care and good communication- answered any questions we had

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October 30, 2023

5.0

Very happy with Dr. Kinn

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October 26, 2023

5.0

Dr Kinn treats me with compassion and excellent care!

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October 22, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable.

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October 18, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable and caring

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October 17, 2023

5.0

Great bedside manner. He explains things in no uncertain terms and has a very calming personality.

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October 12, 2023

5.0

Dr Kinn has diagnosed, treated and managed my heart health. I am blessed to have him as my cardiologist.

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October 11, 2023

5.0

always explained every thing in terms I could understand

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October 08, 2023

5.0

Great Doc, kind, knowledgeable, sincere, and takes time to care and listen !

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October 06, 2023

5.0

Empathetic, comprehensive in diagnostic approach.

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October 06, 2023

5.0

Heâ€™s the best

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October 05, 2023

5.0

Listens explains takes a real interest in you as an individual as well as a patient

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October 03, 2023

5.0

Compassion, knowledge. Never willing to give up.

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October 03, 2023

5.0

Dr Kinn is very clear in his explanation of the problem. He listened to my concerns and explained the options and risks.

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October 03, 2023

5.0

Easy to work with

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October 02, 2023

5.0

When you recommend someone you put your trust in, you want to recommend them to others in need of their outstanding service.

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October 02, 2023

5.0

Heâ€™s great covered everything and very caring

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October 01, 2023

5.0

Dr. Kinn listens and with his expert help I have recovered from a totally unexpected heart attack.

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September 25, 2023

5.0

Patient care skills

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September 21, 2023

5.0

Dr. Kinn is calm and explained my care very well. He followed up on all the steps of my care.

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September 20, 2023

5.0

Dr Kinn, is a great Doctor. Highly recommended

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September 18, 2023

5.0

Good listener

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September 13, 2023

5.0

Dr Kinn inspires confidence and cares for his patients.

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September 13, 2023

5.0

Dr. Kinn listened to my concerns, created an appropriate test strategy and explained everything thoroughly.

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September 13, 2023

5.0

Listens and remembers your concerns.

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September 11, 2023

5.0

The Doctor saved my life and I'm still going strong, 6 years later.

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September 10, 2023

5.0

He is very knowledgeable and I feel he knows each of his patients. He is very intelligent, caring and understands his patients.

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James W. Kinn, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2023.

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