Stephen T. Magill, MD, PhD

Stephen T. Magill, MD, PhD

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Practice Focus Areas

Education

Medical Education:
MD, Oregon Health and Science University School of Medicine - 2013
Professional Education:
PhD, Oregon Health and Science University School of Medicine - 2011
Residency:
University of California (San Francisco) - 2020
Fellowships:
Ohio State University Hospital - 2021

Faculty Profile

Assistant 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:
Central DuPage Hospital
Delnor Hospital
Huntley Hospital
McHenry Hospital
Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Palos Hospital
Woodstock Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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61 Reviews

April 23, 2024

5.0

Dr Magill has always gone over my MRI and explained everything in terms I understood. Always made me feel comfortable. I thank God for such a caring Doctor.

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April 16, 2024

5.0

He is very knowledgeable and thorough

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April 16, 2024

5.0

See previous question response. He is amazing and anyone lucky enough to have him on their team is extremely blessed in many ways .

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April 16, 2024

5.0

He was thought, respectful and professional.

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April 14, 2024

5.0

His manner is competent and caring. I never felt rushed. Question answered.

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April 10, 2024

5.0

Dr. Magill was very knowledgeable and I felt he actually listen to me, provided me with great options for my case and allowed me to be part of the process from the min I met him.

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April 10, 2024

5.0

He is kind, compassionate, patient with questions and extremely skilled in his field and up to date with current procedures and research.

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April 09, 2024

5.0

Dr. Magill patiently answered all of my questions and showed me comparative images from past scans. I feel like he has my best interest at heart and is a very professional, knowledgeable doctor. I know it may sound unusual, but I look forward to seeing him.

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April 09, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable and concerned about my care

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April 05, 2024

5.0

He explained my problem to me and gave me peace of mind.

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April 01, 2024

5.0

Dr. Magill was patient, knowledgeable and thorough. When he recommended a wait and see approach in my case, but noting there are further issues outside his expertise, he took the additional step of drafting case notes and referral recommendations to my coordinating nurse practioner. He was warm, kind, and professional. He joy in his work is evident.

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March 26, 2024

5.0

He was thorough and answered our questions.

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March 15, 2024

5.0

Great bedside manners. He was very patient and explained everything carefully.

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March 13, 2024

5.0

Dr. Magill provided me with complete information using my MRI’s to explain my current imagining and the next steps.

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March 05, 2024

5.0

very knowledgeable

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March 05, 2024

5.0

He gives time to his patients

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March 02, 2024

5.0

His skill is unsurpassed and he takes his time explaining things.

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February 29, 2024

5.0

His experience. I trusted him right away

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February 27, 2024

5.0

Highly recommended Dr. Stephen Magill. Extremely professional and he cares about his patients.

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February 17, 2024

5.0

Dr. Magill is a great surgeon and is very knowledgeable in my follow-up appointments.

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February 14, 2024

5.0

He listens and responds to my questions & concerns with a charm that is very translatable. I'm comforted that I understand exactly what is happening and by the thoroughness of his team as well.

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February 13, 2024

5.0

Dr MaGill is very thorough, kind and I’m grateful to know he is watching out for the tumor I have. I feel confident with his care.

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February 07, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable

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February 06, 2024

5.0

He seems care for the persona Not only a patient

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January 30, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable, kind, thorough, provides clear descriptions of scan results.

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January 29, 2024

5.0

He was calming and very easy to talk with. He told me all about my tumor and what the path would be going forward.

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January 28, 2024

5.0

Great Doctor

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January 16, 2024

5.0

Dr. Magill explained my diagnosis is very clear, easy to understand sentences. I’ve always heard that a sign of a genius is someone who can explain very complicated situations in a very clear easy to understand way. In other words, Dr. Magill is a genius!

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January 09, 2024

5.0

Highly skilled, compassionate and kind.

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January 09, 2024

5.0

He was so compassionate and empathetic

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January 04, 2024

5.0

I was impressed before even meeting him. I researched for the best and knew Dr Magill had the knowledge and experience to care for my condition. Being that he is also an active researcher in these types of tumors, makes me confident in his recommendations.

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January 02, 2024

5.0

Extremely thoughtful, skillful, professional, and kind.

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December 20, 2023

5.0

Dr Magill is a fabulous neurosurgeon. He is personable and cares about his patients.

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December 20, 2023

5.0

Dr. Magill is an exceptional physician with extensive knowledge, a compassionate approach, and commitment to personalized care. I appreciate his ability to listen, communicate effectively, and tailor treatment plans to individual needs. Dr. Magill and Anne go beyond medical expertise, fostering trust, making them a standout healthcare provider.

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December 19, 2023

5.0

He is professional yet caring. Listens to concerns.

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December 19, 2023

5.0

He made me very comfortable about my future surgery, answered my questions and explained the procedure.

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December 19, 2023

5.0

Great care and expertise.

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December 12, 2023

5.0

He is polite and explain problem and management throughly .

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December 11, 2023

5.0

Dr. Magill was kind and caring and takes the time to make sure all my questions were answered.

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November 27, 2023

5.0

He has the experience in practice and research in meningiomas and is amazingly kind and patient when explaining procedures, etc.

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November 24, 2023

5.0

All my contact and experience with nurse Anna and Dr Magill have been most efficient, caring and positive. Dr. Magill was very patient and careful in helping me understand the imaging and what it meant for my health.

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November 07, 2023

4.0

I have never met him before but he sounds very knowledgeable about my problem and his voice is very comforting and reassuring.

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October 31, 2023

5.0

Very intelligent and very professional

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October 29, 2023

5.0

I been in pain for over 11yrs and kept getting the run around but he saw me sent me for test and started my healing process to being pain free

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October 25, 2023

5.0

Very professional and knowledgeable

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October 25, 2023

5.0

Great Doctor and kind human being

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October 24, 2023

5.0

Dr. Magill is kind, compassionate, knowledgeable, and truly takes his time with his patients. He took time to answer all of my questions! Wonderful physician.

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October 24, 2023

5.0

He can express compassion while providing insight to complex medical issues.

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October 24, 2023

5.0

Very competent, professional, caring, sensitive, thoughtful. He's an amazing doctor and person!

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October 13, 2023

5.0

Wonderful thorough explanation and easy to communicate

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October 12, 2023

5.0

So through . Took the time to put very difficult terminology into understandable terms.

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October 10, 2023

5.0

Very personable. Took time to talk about my issue. Very encouraging and told me to contact any time I was concerned.

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October 08, 2023

5.0

Dr. Magill has been an incredible doctor. He sits and listens to me!!

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October 05, 2023

5.0

He has magic hands and is a brilliant surgeon. He saved my life!

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September 26, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable polite takes the time to explain to you what’s going on.

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September 22, 2023

5.0

Dr. Magill helped me feel very at ease during this troubling time, I feel that I am in good hands and appreciate his methods of treatment to the fullest.

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September 19, 2023

5.0

Explains things clearly. Answers questions as needed. Friendly caring demeanor.

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September 11, 2023

5.0

knowledgeable and caring physician

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September 05, 2023

5.0

Same as above. Dr Magill is just truly incredible

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September 05, 2023

5.0

I appreciate Dr. Magill’s expertise and attentiveness to my concerns as a patient. He is a extremely knowledgeable as a neurosurgeon and treats me like a whole human.

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September 04, 2023

5.0

I'm very comfortable asking Dr. Magill questions. He takes the time to explain and answer all my questions

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