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Steven Witzel, MD

4.9

398 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Internal Medicine

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Practice Focus Areas

Adult Medicine

Education

Medical Education:: MD, University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine - 1984
Residency:: Louis A Weiss Memorial Hospital - 1987

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:: Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:: Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:: Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

398 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

April 29, 2024

5.0

Dr Witzel always puts me at ease, makes me laugh. does a thorough job.

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April 24, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable and professional care.

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April 21, 2024

5.0

I really like that Dr. Witzel addresses my questions and helps me with my problems.

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April 20, 2024

5.0

Thorough and clear on instructions

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April 19, 2024

5.0

Dr. Witzel was patient, perceptive and understanding. I am glad I found a doctor I am comfortable with. My previous doctor retired..

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April 15, 2024

5.0

He has met my families needs for 35+ years.

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April 12, 2024

5.0

He cares about his patients

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April 12, 2024

5.0

Friendly, professional and thorough

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April 12, 2024

5.0

great Dr. - Dr Witzel

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April 11, 2024

5.0

Listens to my concerns and never rushes me. Very thorough.

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April 10, 2024

5.0

Heâ€™s been my doctor for 15 years

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April 09, 2024

5.0

Great physician.

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April 07, 2024

5.0

Dr Witzel is very nice and explains things easily.

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April 06, 2024

5.0

Friendly and knowledgeable. Easy to talk to discussing medical concerns. He gives answers in easy to understand terms

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April 06, 2024

5.0

He is very caring and listens to everything you need to inform him of. He asks questions regarding what you tell him, so he is sure he has understood you needs.

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April 05, 2024

5.0

I have known him a long time and I trust him 100%

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April 03, 2024

5.0

Dr Witzel is through, caring, well informed and ontime.

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March 27, 2024

5.0

He listens.

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March 26, 2024

4.0

He is down to earth and understandable. He is a good listener and doesn't make me feel rushed.

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March 25, 2024

5.0

I have recommended Dr Witzel in previous years and I continue to do so.

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March 19, 2024

5.0

Listens to what I say. Is sincere and professional.

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March 18, 2024

5.0

I have been seeing him for years. I like his manner very much.

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March 17, 2024

4.0

He took care of me and he was great ðŸ‘

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March 16, 2024

5.0

Dr. Witzel is an asset to NM. He was understanding,friendly, and knowledgeable.

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March 15, 2024

5.0

He spent a good deal of time with me. We went over my whole chart. He is very thorough.

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March 13, 2024

5.0

Excellent personality and helpfulness all around

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March 11, 2024

5.0

Great physician listens to your concerns takes the time make sure you understand his thoughts on diagnosis and steps moving forward.

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March 08, 2024

5.0

Great Dr. !

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March 07, 2024

5.0

Dr. Witzel was very kind, gentle, and knowledgeable.

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March 06, 2024

5.0

He is friendly, knowledgeable and professional.

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February 28, 2024

5.0

He is patient, kind and very knowledgeable and he is an excellent listener.

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February 28, 2024

5.0

Iâ€™ve been with him for years. He is always so courteous and listens to you. He is very helpful.

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February 28, 2024

5.0

I followed him from Advocate because he is very knowledgeable and easy to talk to

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February 28, 2024

5.0

Listenâ€™s to his patients and tells them how their doing

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February 27, 2024

5.0

Dr. Witzel is a good diagnostician and explains everything well. He is very knowledgeable and patient.

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February 27, 2024

5.0

This is my second visit with this doctor and so far I really appreciate how much he takes his time to listen to my concerns!

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February 25, 2024

5.0

Dr. Witzel takes time to listen and does thorough exam.

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February 24, 2024

5.0

Very much like my long-time doctor Witzel. Joined NW when he changed over from Advocate. He listens, is thoughtful, asks good questions, is up on latest medical, etc. And always pleasant and courteous.

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February 23, 2024

5.0

I followed him from his old practice. I feel like I get great care from him.

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February 23, 2024

5.0

He listens. He cares. He does not brush off anything. He gives reasonable and sound medical advice. He makes appropriate suggestions and does not recommend excessive treatments

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February 20, 2024

4.0

Same, nobody is going to ask me, but he was very helpful and listened to what I had to say, have me good advice.

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February 20, 2024

5.0

One of the best doctors I have ever had.

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February 19, 2024

5.0

Listened and was very kind.

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February 19, 2024

5.0

Always listens attentively and throughly explains.

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February 16, 2024

5.0

Excelente Dr.

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February 15, 2024

5.0

Wonderful first appointment

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February 14, 2024

5.0

Easy to talk with. He listens and explains and answers questions.

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February 14, 2024

5.0

He dealt with my concerns.

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February 12, 2024

5.0

I explained the reason above. Dr. [ [] is my regulars. I will not mind at all seeing him again. One of the best in the group.

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February 12, 2024

5.0

Very patiently explained the considerations, provided detail instructions on proscribed medication, and gave very professional suggestions if there are more concerns in near future

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February 09, 2024

5.0

Good dr, - good and patient listener

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February 08, 2024

5.0

He listens and is caring. He took his time, and wasnâ€™t in a rush like previous physician.

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February 07, 2024

5.0

He is a wonderful doctor who I trust with my medical care

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February 06, 2024

5.0

best Doctor

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February 06, 2024

5.0

Dr Witzel is always patient and concerned about his patient's welfare. We never feel rushed and all our questions are answered throughly.

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February 05, 2024

5.0

I have seen Dr. Witzel for 25+ years. I followed him to NW from Advocate. I wish he did not change to NW. The Advocate location is closing the my home, 1/2 the distance and the office accepts calls. My past blood draws were faster.

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February 01, 2024

5.0

I trust him.

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January 31, 2024

5.0

Been with DR Witzel. Many years takes good care of this patience.

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January 30, 2024

5.0

Dr. Steven Witzel is the Best ! He is kind, knowledgeable, thorough, considerate, patient, & spends ample time with me as necessary to discuss my health issues. Not a 10 minute revolving door appointment ! Iâ€™m 68 yrs old and never had a Dr. I felt really cared about me â€¦â€¦ until Dr. Witzel. Because nothing or nobody is perfect I give Dr. Witzel a 9.5. Highly recommend him. ðŸ‘ðŸ˜ƒ

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January 29, 2024

5.0

Dr. Witzel, he is very knowledgeable I have Parkinsonâ€™s disease and he suggest things that will help me live a better life

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January 26, 2024

5.0

This is one of the best doctorâ€™s that Iâ€™ve ever had. I came to Northwestern healthcare's because of how he treated me as a patient when he worked for your competitor. He takes the time to listen and engage with the patient. He asks questions and gives relatable advice. His attentiveness makes you feel like he does know you and cares.

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January 24, 2024

5.0

Dr. Witzel is an outstanding physician. He is extremely patient, friendly, and knowledgeable. I never feel rushed and I always leave his office feeling like all my concerns have been well-heard and well-attended to.

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January 22, 2024

5.0

Thorough, thoughtful care. Took the time to listen and explain things!

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January 15, 2024

5.0

Made arrangements immediately.

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January 15, 2024

5.0

He has a great bedside manner and a wonderful personality. He asked a lot of questions and listened to my answers. I, in turn, asked several questions to which he provided what I needed to know. He is a great listener and was able to make wonderful recommendations for me and provide different care options for my needs.

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January 15, 2024

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable, explains everything in common language and appears to be very interested in my good health

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January 11, 2024

5.0

Dr Witzel is very kind and really listens to me. He's been my doctor about 12 years now. I highly recommend him to everyone

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January 10, 2024

5.0

Dr Witzel is an excellent practitioner who takes the time to listen and answer any questions. Most importantly, Dr. Witzel is thorough, he reviews any past concerns at each visit.

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January 10, 2024

5.0

Quiet soften spoken man that gives you his full attention

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January 09, 2024

5.0

In fact, I JUST got done recommending Dr. Witzel to a friend who is unhappy with the care she is now receiving

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January 08, 2024

5.0

He was thorough and took as much time as I needed to address my health concerns.

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January 08, 2024

5.0

He's an excellent IM doctor who offers suggestions across many medical fronts.

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January 07, 2024

5.0

Great bedside manners, really cares

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January 07, 2024

5.0

Dr Witzel listens to your concerns. He explains everything about your health.

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January 06, 2024

5.0

By far one of the best. We stayed with him as our Primary as he changed networks. Great listener and clearly treats the patient

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January 06, 2024

4.0

He is down to earth. He has been my primary doctor for eight years.

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December 26, 2023

5.0

very thorough and professional, took the time to listen and explain issues

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December 24, 2023

5.0

Heâ€™s as a very calming demeanor, for anxious patients.

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December 23, 2023

4.0

Robust, old school service

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December 22, 2023

5.0

He has been our physician for more than 30 years. Enough said.

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December 22, 2023

5.0

Very good doc

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December 22, 2023

5.0

He is wonderful- old school Dr who is extremely talented and knowledgeable

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December 21, 2023

5.0

He is very knowledgeable, and LISTENS. He really hears you, and makes the patient comfortable. Dr. Witzel doesn't just foist advice and treatments at you - he explains them, and answers my questions. He educates and informs me - that is something very important to me - makes the patient better able to comply and participate in their own healthcare.

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December 20, 2023

5.0

Very caring individual always listening to what you have to say

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December 19, 2023

5.0

Dr Witzel is a very caring doctor. He listens to your concerns. He gives understandable explanations on matters that may be new to the patient. He takes time to make sure your appointment addressed the patientâ€™s concerns.

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December 19, 2023

5.0

Great doctor with good interpersonal skills.

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December 18, 2023

5.0

Dr. Witzel has been our doctor for several years. We followed him to Northwestern. Heâ€™s thorough. Always listens, doesnâ€™t jump to conclusions but does what is best for the patient.

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December 14, 2023

5.0

Thorough

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December 13, 2023

4.0

Good dr

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December 13, 2023

5.0

Iâ€™ve been seeing Dr. Witzel for at least 25 years. I am comfortable with him. He is pleasant to talk to any listens to you very intense.

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December 13, 2023

5.0

He's professional, kind, gives me time to talk, he listens Is calm and very bright.

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December 10, 2023

5.0

Dr. Witzel is a great doctor who truly cares about his patients.

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December 09, 2023

5.0

Dr Witzel is a kind caring Doctor. We trust him with our health care.

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December 07, 2023

5.0

Dr takes his time both Calypso and the Doctor are the BEST!!!!!!

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December 06, 2023

5.0

He is thorough! And takes his time with me which makes me feel confident!

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December 06, 2023

5.0

Heâ€™s the real deal, extremely smart, knowledgeable, cares and thorough

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December 06, 2023

5.0

Took a lot of time to get to know me as a new patient and did a thorough check.

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December 06, 2023

5.0

Dr Witzel found my diagnosis and prescribed me the correct meds. Thank you.

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December 05, 2023

5.0

Great Doctor. Explains everything.

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December 05, 2023

5.0

Professional caring responsible Dr.

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