Jennifer K. Bussell, MD

Jennifer K. Bussell, MD

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Internal Medicine

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine - 1995
Internship:
Loyola Medicine MacNeal Hospital - 1996
Residency:
Loyola University Medical Center - 1998

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 Lake Forest Hospital
Northwestern Memorial Hospital

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April 26, 2024

5.0

She cares deeply for the health of her patients

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April 26, 2024

5.0

Dr. Bussell takes time, doesn't rush and answers my questions.

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April 26, 2024

5.0

Dr. Bussell is awesome! She is very thorough & takes time to explain everything & answer all questions. Never feel rushed when I am there

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April 24, 2024

5.0

She is patient She listens She is caring She takes her time She is the Best

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April 24, 2024

5.0

She has and will continue to take good care of me.

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April 24, 2024

5.0

Takes time with patients to explain procedures

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April 21, 2024

4.0

She is thorough with her understanding of my entire beings health. She genuinely seems to care about improving my quality of life.

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April 19, 2024

5.0

Thorough, good listener, explains things in layman terms, approachable and very smart.

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April 18, 2024

5.0

She is so kind, helpful, and responsive.

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April 17, 2024

5.0

She is the best doctor I have ever had.

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April 16, 2024

5.0

Dr Bussell is wonderful, she's compassionate, she listens carefully and ensures all your concerns are addressed.

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April 16, 2024

5.0

She is compassionate and caring

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April 15, 2024

5.0

She really cares about you and if very knowledgeable

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April 11, 2024

5.0

Excellent caring doctor

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April 10, 2024

5.0

Dr. Bussell is a very, thorough and caring professional, she just does a very good job of solving problems. She’s a very good doctor.

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April 08, 2024

5.0

She takes her time with you and explained everything very helpful and her staff

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April 06, 2024

5.0

She is attention to detail, she truly cares about my health and she is very professional. Thank you

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April 05, 2024

5.0

She is such a great listener and she is proactive for keeping all of us healthy

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April 04, 2024

5.0

My doctor is very thorough and caring - a great combination.

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April 03, 2024

5.0

Knowable Caring

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April 03, 2024

5.0

She’s great

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April 01, 2024

5.0

I like Dr. Bussell a lot.

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April 01, 2024

5.0

Very thorough and Very Caring

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March 31, 2024

5.0

Dr Bussell is pleasant, attentive, thorough, knowledgeable, listens to my concerns and offers advice and guidance when needed.

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March 28, 2024

5.0

She is the best doctor!!! Listens, cares, patient and gentle. She is actually listening what you have to say, responds with respect. Not too many doctors like her anymore.

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March 21, 2024

5.0

Appoints are thorough and not rushed. Involves you in decision making.

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March 19, 2024

5.0

She is thorough. The office is very efficient.

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March 19, 2024

5.0

Dr. Bussell answers all my questions, listens to me and speaks to me like an adult. When I started seeing Dr. B, she immediately set up a treatment plan for thourough exams tests, etc. I feel comfortable that Dr. B is giving me excellent care.

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March 19, 2024

5.0

She chose the perfect vocation for us.

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March 18, 2024

5.0

Although I have had persistent high blood pressure it now appears to be better controlled

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March 15, 2024

5.0

She communicate really well And very thorough

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March 13, 2024

5.0

She’s kind and caring

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March 12, 2024

5.0

Dr Bussell is the best: thorough, professional and knowledgeable. I am very fortunate to have her as my primary care doctor!

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March 10, 2024

5.0

Takes the time to listen, explains things well. Does not rush through the appointment. Cares

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March 08, 2024

5.0

Dr. Bussell provides the highest level of quality care and has been fabulous for me. I am deeply grateful to her for always listening to me and keeping me healthy and enjoying life.

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March 07, 2024

5.0

She is very thorough. She takes time to explain things clearly.

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March 06, 2024

5.0

She is very caring and thorough!

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March 01, 2024

5.0

Excellent Doctor

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March 01, 2024

5.0

as I stated above. extremely smart, personable, extremely good listener, really thinking all the time. I really like and respect her.

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February 28, 2024

5.0

Dr Bussell is very thorough with her examinations and truly feels for her patients needs

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February 28, 2024

5.0

She takes her time to explain and answer questions and is always pleasant to deal with.

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February 21, 2024

5.0

Dr. Bussell is the most amazing doctor! She truly cares about her patients. She is very kind, professional and so knowledgeable about any of my concerns. Truly, one of the best doctors ever there was!

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February 21, 2024

5.0

Excellent doctor. I have complete trust in her

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February 21, 2024

5.0

Great “bedside manner”; listens & is interested in helping

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February 21, 2024

5.0

She is so thorough in her exam and takes time to explain what’s needed.

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February 19, 2024

5.0

I try to stay as healthy as possible, and she helps me do that. Her questions are to the point. I have 100% confidence in her. I am so grateful to her. I love the way she greats her patients, always with a big grin.

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February 15, 2024

5.0

Dr Bussell is a terrific physician.

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February 15, 2024

5.0

She is personable, and makes you feel like she has time to hear my concerns!

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February 15, 2024

5.0

Prompt. Thorough. Takes good care of me. Very positive attitude. Very motivated and motivational.

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February 13, 2024

5.0

I cannot express the joy I feel knowing that she is my doctor! The professionalism, genuine care for my health, the interest in knowing me as a person! I left her office feeling Beyond grateful!

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February 13, 2024

5.0

She is so kind and gentle

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February 11, 2024

5.0

Dr. Bussell is attentive and caring.

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February 09, 2024

5.0

Dr. Bussell takes time to listen and discuss or explain. Always so nice.

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February 08, 2024

4.0

Listens and explains.

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February 08, 2024

5.0

Dr Bussell is friendly, takes time to LISTEN and you do not feel rushed. Provides detailed explanations and easy to understand. Generally she is on time for appointments. Sally her nurse is also excellent.

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January 20, 2024

5.0

Very personable and informative.

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January 20, 2024

5.0

Dr. Bussell answer my questions with very detailed information. I really appreciate her thoughts for detailed explanations.!

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January 19, 2024

5.0

Dr. Bussell was very thorough and personable on my first visit as a new patient and attentive to all my concerns.

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January 18, 2024

5.0

She’s great! Explains everything and is very thorough.

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January 17, 2024

5.0

She is so special. She will help you to feel your best.

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January 17, 2024

5.0

She supports me, good in giving education so I understand and keep my A1C low.

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January 17, 2024

5.0

As previously stated Dr. Bussell is a fine physician. She is knowledgeable, she listens, she draws logical conclusions.

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January 17, 2024

5.0

I have recommended her before to two friends. They lover her too.

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January 16, 2024

5.0

She is a great doctor and a genuinely caring person.

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January 16, 2024

5.0

Dr. Bussell took a great deal of time to assess by situation. She listened. She did not rush through things. She checked what she could in the office, and then ordered the appropriate tests.

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January 09, 2024

5.0

Dr. Bussell is an excellent provider who always answers my questions succinctly, provided education, and ensures I am heard whenever I have concerns.

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January 09, 2024

5.0

Dr. Bussell is a knowledgeable, compassionate doctor

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January 09, 2024

5.0

Dr. Bussell is very thorough and caring.

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January 08, 2024

5.0

Professional but personable, knowledgeable and compassionate.

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January 08, 2024

5.0

Very intelligent. Takes her time with patients. Listens to patient. Has a great personality.

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January 08, 2024

5.0

Dr. Bussell is the best . She exhibits a caring mannerism and very considerate doctor. I think she is one in a lifetime.

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January 07, 2024

5.0

Dr.Bussell always listens with concern.

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January 05, 2024

5.0

See above. She is compassionate and caring!

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January 04, 2024

5.0

Dr. Bussell is very thorough, skilled and compassionate. She explains things clearly and involves me in decisionmaking about my care. I’m grateful she is my PCP.

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January 03, 2024

5.0

Dr Bussell is a very good doctor with excellent patient/doctor repertoire.

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January 03, 2024

5.0

She’s the most considerate and caring doctor I’ve ever had

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January 03, 2024

5.0

Dr Bussell is a great doctor! I've been going to her for over a decade and I always get excellent care.

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January 02, 2024

5.0

Listened to all my questions and concerns and discussed treatments

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December 29, 2023

5.0

She is extremely through and knowledgeable. Spends time explaining and listening. always orders the right diagnostic testing

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December 27, 2023

5.0

She is an extremely competent and caring physician.

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December 27, 2023

5.0

Dr Bussell is absolutely the best! She listens carefully and has always been spot on with her diagnosis and care. She has a great staff, too!

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December 27, 2023

5.0

Very thorough, takes time to hear the patient and has great bedside manner

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December 22, 2023

5.0

Dr. Bussell's care is very thorough and she's very personable. She takes her time and I never feel rushed.

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December 22, 2023

5.0

She was patient, answered all my questions and really took the time for me.

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December 22, 2023

5.0

As above. Respect her knowlege!

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December 20, 2023

5.0

She has outstanding bedside manner. She takes time to explain things. She listens to your concerns.

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December 16, 2023

5.0

See above. I also must commend her staff who are very caring.

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December 15, 2023

5.0

Extremely competent, friendly, personable.

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December 14, 2023

5.0

Very good Doctor , very caring

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December 13, 2023

5.0

Very good doctors

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December 12, 2023

5.0

Detail oriented. Takes time to explain test results and procedures. Listens to my concerns!

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December 10, 2023

5.0

Dr Bussell is an amazing physician. I was fortunate enough to have her as my physician when I worked for MacNeal Hospital. Dr Bussell is what every physician should strive to be. So grateful to be under her care again.

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December 09, 2023

5.0

Dr. Bussell is highly knowledgeable, thorough, and I have confidence in her ability to make the right evaluations in order to best determine the cause and treatment course for any issues. She has a particularly positive patient "chair side" manner which is very important.

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December 07, 2023

5.0

Dr. Jennifer Bussell was so kind today to me. Her care is beyond excellent.

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December 06, 2023

5.0

Kind, knowledgeable and takes time

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December 06, 2023

5.0

I would give her a 20.rating! Best Dr. you could ever ask for to take care of your health needs! Wonderful person, has helped me for years!

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December 05, 2023

5.0

She is very knowledgeable and takes time to explain all issues.

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December 05, 2023

5.0

She spent a lot of time with me, asking a number of questions. She didn’t seem rushed as many doctors do. She was also a good listener. She did a great job explaining things to me so I had a better understanding of things. I would highly recommend her.

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December 04, 2023

5.0

Dr. Bussel is thorough with her examinations and allows time for any questions or concerns.

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December 04, 2023

5.0

What an amazing provider. No wonder Dr. Bussell is so in demand.

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