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Sandhya R. Karna, MD

4.9

737 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Pediatrics

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Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group

2507 N Richmond Dr Ste A

McHenry IL 60050-8411

Phone: 815.344.2300Fax: 815.344.8957

46.43 mi Directions

Education

Medical Education:: MD, St Georges University School of Medicine - 1997
Residency:: Westchester Medical Center - 2000

Board Certifications

American Board of Pediatrics - Pediatrics (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:: Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group
Alignment Category:: Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:: Northwestern McHenry Huntley & Woodstock Hospitals

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

737 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

73 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

73 Reviews

April 24, 2024

5.0

Dr was very good, knowledgeable, and honest

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April 18, 2024

5.0

This was our first time with Dr Karna, and my daughter really liked her. It was a short visit but she was nice, questioned my daughter and not me which is wonderful, and listened to what she had to say. As we walked out of the office my daughter said "I really liked her" that's all I need!

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April 17, 2024

5.0

Wonderful doctor! We are so thrilled and pleased with the whole office from reception to tech to nurses to the doctor! Doctor Karna was blowing bubbles in the exam room to make our daughter more comfortable and it worked!!!

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April 15, 2024

5.0

She is amazing and is extremely caring and kind to my child.

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April 10, 2024

5.0

Very friendly and sweet to my toddler! Thorough and informative.

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April 09, 2024

5.0

Wonderful person and very professional.

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April 08, 2024

5.0

Dr. Karna really put me at ease as this is my first baby and was his first Dr. appointment. She is kind, nurturing and seems to love what she does! It was a wonderful experience!

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April 04, 2024

5.0

Dr. Karna goes above and beyond always!!! She knew my kiddo was struggling and started blowing bubbles to help him calm down. She has the kindest demeanor and you can tell she truly cares about her patients!

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April 01, 2024

5.0

Dr. Karna is the best of the best. She always knows how to make my little boy smile and is willing to listen to any concerns or questions that I have.

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March 27, 2024

5.0

She's a great doctor! Great with my kids!

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March 25, 2024

5.0

She was very welcoming, considerate, and communicated clearly. She has a clear passion for what she does and was very helpful and answered all of our questions and provided any information requested. She was wonderful!

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March 25, 2024

5.0

Her personality is so positive and friendly. She provided a lot of encouragement and praise for us first time parents as well as addressed all our concerns and questions without sugar coating anything.

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March 25, 2024

5.0

She makes the visit fun for my child. She has a great personality and I can tell she truly cares for her patients.

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March 22, 2024

5.0

Dr. Sandhya Karna is an exceptional pediatrician who places the needs and wellbeing of her patients first. Her calming presence and delightful demeanor helps put our kids' minds at ease and improves their willingness to actively engage in visits. Her thorough assessments and prompt referrals have literally been life saving for my daughter. We are so thankful for her!

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March 19, 2024

5.0

Dr. Karna listens to her patient's concerns and addresses these concerns with clarity and excellent care.

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March 19, 2024

5.0

Dr Karna was patient and kind. She made time for us and provided great patient care.

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March 14, 2024

5.0

Dr. Karna is excellent with my son and is great at communicating with him and I

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March 13, 2024

5.0

Dr Karna loves her pts. I sent her a message about my son at 430 and had a call back in the morning. Then when I couldn't get ahold of her again, I went in & got a message directly to her & she called me herself immediately & got us in to see her. She is so kind & never makes me feel like I'm a bother or hindrance. She would rather see her pts before they go to the immediate care, ER, or see another doctor. There are not many providers out there like her anymore!

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March 13, 2024

5.0

Doctor Karna takes her time and talks to my kids during every visit. She makes them feel safe at their doctor visits!

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March 12, 2024

5.0

Dr. Karna is great. She really seems to care for my kids and takes time to answer all my questions.

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March 04, 2024

5.0

Doctor Karna does an amazing job with making me feel like I'm doing my best as a new mama. If I have questions or concerns she always listens to me and is able to help with whatever. She is always very pleasant to work with!

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February 29, 2024

5.0

She connected with [patient's first name] and made us feel so comfortable

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February 29, 2024

5.0

She treats my kids like they are her own! She always does the best for my children and never seems annoyed by my questions. She has the most beautiful heart

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February 29, 2024

5.0

Best doctor for our children

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February 22, 2024

5.0

Caring doctor. Addressed all my concerns. Review ER precautions.

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February 15, 2024

5.0

She's stellar! Always interacts with my son and is interested in what he's replying even though she seems him once a year.

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February 07, 2024

5.0

Doc is always patient, kind, and very good to the kids!

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February 05, 2024

5.0

She's amazing!!!

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February 01, 2024

5.0

I cannot express enough how amazing Dr. Karna is!! She's truly the best!

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January 30, 2024

5.0

Very great bedside manner

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January 25, 2024

5.0

Dr Karna is the most personal professional pediatrician she is very knowledgeable but most importantly she listens and cares. She truly goes above and beyond. Whenever I leave a message for her or the nurses they get back to me quickly and Dr Karna her self will call back. She is a doctor that truly cares and we are so thankful to have her as our 4 children's doctor.

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January 22, 2024

5.0

Doctor was knowledgeable and gave helpful suggestions

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January 18, 2024

5.0

She was calm and had great energy. Thorough.

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January 17, 2024

5.0

I couldn't ask for a better pediatrician taking care of my kids. Dr. Karna is kind, understanding, patient and caring. She truly listens to me with any concerns I may have and her knowledge completely amazes me.

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January 11, 2024

5.0

Amazing at what she does. Will always recommend her to anyone.

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January 10, 2024

5.0

I wouldn't trust my baby with anyone else. She is so good to us and takes such good care of our son.

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January 08, 2024

5.0

She's quick, attentive and silly with the kiddos

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January 02, 2024

5.0

Dr. Karna is such a great doctor to our son. Each visit is so smooth and her presence is so warming.

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December 29, 2023

5.0

Dr. Karna is incredible. Her presence and demeanor brings so much peace and ease. I feel confident in her diagnosis and safe that she's always looking out for my family's best interest. We love Dr. Karna!

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December 15, 2023

5.0

Awesome follow up. Professional, kind and compassionate.

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December 13, 2023

5.0

Love Dr Karna!! She is extremely good with kids.

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December 13, 2023

4.0

Listens well to parent's requests.

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December 06, 2023

5.0

She showed interest in my daughter and spoke to her and not just me. You can tell she loves what she does and feel a genuine concern off her for the welfare of her patients. Super happy with our visit

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December 06, 2023

5.0

Best pediatrician I've worked with so far. Love taking my son to see her for anything we need!

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December 05, 2023

5.0

Dr. Karna is calm, kind and compassionate. She is amazing! She's the best!

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December 04, 2023

5.0

She's amazing!

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November 29, 2023

5.0

Best pedetrician for our children.

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November 29, 2023

5.0

Dr karna is amazing! She fully listens to what you have to say and the problems or concerns you have about your kids. She's very thorough and doesn't just brush off anything.

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November 14, 2023

5.0

Dr. Karna is always so caring and attentive when we see her. She is absolutely wonderful.

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November 13, 2023

5.0

There are so many wonderful things to say about Dr. Karna but our favorite is how much she genuinely connects with our girls! The awesome stickers are a plus too! She always pick the perfect ones!

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November 09, 2023

5.0

Very friendly. Takes her time with kids. Keeps the kids entertained to be able to check them

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November 08, 2023

5.0

She is so responsive and caring. My kids love seeing her.

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November 06, 2023

5.0

Dr. Karna is the most compassionate and caring physician! My girls LOVE coming to see her. Ever since we started seeing her she speaks directly to our kids and I love that! She lets them explain how they are feeling. She's a true gem!!

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October 27, 2023

5.0

She is very caring and takes the time to listen to what you are saying.

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October 24, 2023

5.0

She's amazing with my son.

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October 18, 2023

5.0

The pediatrician was great and the staff was nice

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October 16, 2023

5.0

Dr. Karna made time to be able to see us today when she had a full schedule. She's very honest and caring towards our son. Very fortunate that she's our pediatrician!!

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October 10, 2023

5.0

She is kind, caring, compassionate, and knowledgeable.

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October 10, 2023

5.0

Dr. Karna is the best!!

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October 09, 2023

5.0

She was so good with my child whom was very apprehensive about being at the dr. Informative and straight to the point.

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October 09, 2023

5.0

Very good

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October 04, 2023

5.0

She listened to my concerns and had a very straight forward attitude. Her bedside manner with my child was kind and comforting. We felt heard and our issues were addressed more than expected.

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October 03, 2023

5.0

Physician was extremely personable. Answered all of our questions and was very caring.

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October 03, 2023

5.0

Dr Karna is amazing. She has been our pediatrician since both kids were born. She is caring and kind and puts the kids at ease. She takes the time to answering all of our questions.

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September 29, 2023

5.0

Dr Kkarna will do what ever to see my kids. They like to come see a doctor now.

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September 26, 2023

5.0

Couldn't love her more. She is great with my son and wants what is best for him.

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September 25, 2023

5.0

She is straightforward and lovely.

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September 25, 2023

5.0

She very on time and polite and great with kids

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September 20, 2023

5.0

She is always so caring and great with my son!

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September 11, 2023

5.0

We absolutely love Dr. Sandhya Karna! She is wonderful with my son and I trust her implicitly. She has an amazing sense of different personalities and she puts my son at ease.

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September 10, 2023

5.0

She talks to my child and praises her for being her

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September 08, 2023

5.0

I appreciate her kindness, compassion, and professionalism!

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September 06, 2023

5.0

Dr. Karna is an absolute joy to have visits with. Her professionalism is equalled to her kind assurance that my daughter is in the best of care.

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Disclosures

Sandhya R. Karna, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2023.

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Pharmaceutical, device, and biotechnology companies frequently collaborate with basic scientists and physicians within an academic medical center to help advance science and improve patient care. These relationships are important in achieving scientific breakthroughs and in establishing the effectiveness and safety of promising new therapies. In order to assure objectivity in clinical research and patient care, the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine (Feinberg), Northwestern Memorial HealthCare, Children's Hospital of Chicago Medical Center, and the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab have adopted integrity policies that require research and clinical faculty (in full-time, part-time, and unpaid/voluntary categories) to report compensated and uncompensated external industry relationships. Patients are encouraged to discuss these disclosures with their physician as well as to inquire as to how these relationships are overseen by Feinberg. To learn more about our Disclosure and Professional Integrity Policy, and the conflict of interest policies of our joint affiliate survey partners, please go to our Office for Regulatory Affairs Policies page.

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