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Achal Garbharran, MD

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1750 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Endocrinology

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Education

Medical Education:: MD, University of Tennessee College of Medicine - 2002
Residency:: Loyola University Medical Center - 2005
Fellowships:: Chicago Medical School/Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science - 2007

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine - Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:: Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group
Alignment Category:: Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:: Huntley Hospital

McHenry Hospital

Woodstock Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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5.0

5.0

1750 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

April 29, 2024

5.0

She answers questions , explains things

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April 29, 2024

5.0

She is extremely knowledgeable and experienced. She has an excellent bed side manner.

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April 29, 2024

5.0

She is the best doctor that i have ever seen

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April 25, 2024

5.0

Great doctor

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April 25, 2024

5.0

Informative

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April 24, 2024

5.0

She is the Best ! I don't want to go to any other physician.

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April 23, 2024

5.0

She is such a good Doctor

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April 21, 2024

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable and caring

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April 16, 2024

5.0

Dr Garbharran. MD is incredibly knowledgeable and so down to earth! Or was so refreshing to have a doctor talk to me like I was an intelligent player in my own story. She empowered me to understand and control my destiny with my health battles. She did the testing to come to legitimate conclusions about my health and then gave me choices for resolution, while at the same time being frank and honest about expectations. It is life changing to find a doctor who is so incredibly smart and has done the work and continues to do the work to stay on top of todayâ€™s medicine, while researching the history of medicine as well. I canâ€™t seem to finds words to express how refreshing and life changing it is to work with a doctor that gets it and gets me.

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April 15, 2024

5.0

She is very knowledgeable and explains well.

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April 15, 2024

5.0

Dr Garbharran always takes time to listen, explains her reasons for treatment and is so knowledgeable!

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April 14, 2024

5.0

She seems very capable and she is pleasant to work with managing my diabetic problems. I trust her decisions and I think she is up to date on the latest advances in treatment for diabetes. Our office visits are always congenial and I have enough time to cover important topics relating to my medical condition. She also replies to question I have using the MyChart portal.

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April 11, 2024

5.0

She is good with her patient and caring.

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April 10, 2024

5.0

She is very kind and knowledgeable regarding diabetes.

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April 07, 2024

5.0

I am certain that if I recommend her whoever Iâ€™m talking to would be very thankful that I recommended her.

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April 06, 2024

5.0

Good communication

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April 04, 2024

5.0

Truly cares about patient and quality of life.

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April 03, 2024

5.0

I've been seeing her for many years, and she is absolutely my favorite doctor. I would be devastated if she ever moves or retires.

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April 03, 2024

5.0

She saved my life. Cares above an beyond. I can't stress how this woman is the best. Wish more doctors had her abilities. God bless

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April 03, 2024

5.0

Dr. Garbharran quickly reviewed past visits and test results and identified the important things to focus on. She listened to my concerns and offered different ways to proceed.

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April 02, 2024

5.0

See aboveâ€¦.love the whole care team and thatâ€™s important when you have many health concerns that you feel well cared for physically and mentally!

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April 01, 2024

5.0

She is so kind and compassionate and down to earth. She tells it how it is and definitely doesn't rush me through the appointment. I just wish it wasn't so hard to get in to see her. From the time I made my appointment in March, I could only get in to see her in September! Thankfully I got in sooner through the wait-list. NM needs more endocrinologists!!!

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April 01, 2024

5.0

She was very nice and calm. I loved her energy and personality. She spent time with me and I felt like I was heard. She taught me a great deal about my condition even though Iâ€™ve seen another endocrinologist regularly!

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April 01, 2024

5.0

Dr Garbharran is very down to earth. I have had and tried several Endocrinologists in my 48 years as T1D. She is definitely one of the best.

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March 24, 2024

5.0

Dr. Garbharran explained my symptoms and the next steps for bloodwork. She is committed to helping me.

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March 22, 2024

5.0

As I just said, I love her. she is always so helpful.

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March 21, 2024

5.0

Her bedside manner is the best! The listening, information given, and her level of care.

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March 20, 2024

5.0

Dr. Garbharran was very easy to talk to. She listened to everything I asked her and she gave thorough answers. I never felt rushed and felt that she really cared about me. She also offered several options and helped me choose the best one based on my concerns. Although it was hard to wait 9 months to see her, it was well worth the wait!

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March 18, 2024

5.0

Very professional

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March 18, 2024

5.0

She have the knowledge

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March 18, 2024

5.0

She is very good at breaking down test results and diagnosis details.

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March 18, 2024

5.0

She was very easy to talk to. She was patient, kind and caring. She explained everything. Took her time and did not rush the appointment.

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March 14, 2024

5.0

Been going to her for almost 17 years

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March 13, 2024

5.0

Love that we discuss the lab results at the appointment. She really cares

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March 12, 2024

5.0

She is phenomenal. She listens & takes time with her patients.

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March 11, 2024

5.0

Personal, caring, aware, professional. Good staff too.

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March 06, 2024

5.0

She is answers all my questions & is very patient.

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March 04, 2024

5.0

Very experienced and helpful.

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March 04, 2024

5.0

She is the best endocrinologist I have ever met. I think I might hesitate to refer her just because I want to keep her all to myself LOL

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March 04, 2024

5.0

She listens, and takes her time with me!

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February 27, 2024

5.0

I felt like Dr Garbharran took her time with me going over all test results. Listening to me and my concerns with other issues as well.

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February 26, 2024

5.0

Dr Garbharran has been the best endocrinologist I've ever had

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February 26, 2024

5.0

The doctor is very knowledgeable, easy to talk to and always answers my questions.

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February 24, 2024

5.0

explains things to patient and works to help patient achieve goals

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February 22, 2024

5.0

Dr Garbharran provides extraordinary care for the whole person. She listens carefully, asks questions, provides options, and explains everything thoroughly.

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February 21, 2024

5.0

Down to earth, easy to understand.

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February 20, 2024

5.0

She does a good job of listening to you, what is happening health wise. She takes the time to explain what is happening. I appreciate her time and care.

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February 19, 2024

5.0

Very aware of my condition and clearly explaines what I and/or we need to do.

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February 17, 2024

5.0

Very good and thorough.

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February 16, 2024

5.0

Very friendly, informative and thorough.

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February 16, 2024

5.0

Their staff is friendly

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February 15, 2024

5.0

She is very knowledgeable and excellent at explaining everything!

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February 15, 2024

5.0

Very through

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February 13, 2024

5.0

Very Knowledgeable and thorough and asked multiple times if I had any questions before the appt was over.

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February 13, 2024

5.0

Very caring and thorough

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February 13, 2024

5.0

She is a very concerned doctor

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February 09, 2024

5.0

Sheâ€™s patient. Sheâ€™s explains everything couldnâ€™t ask for a better doctor.

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February 08, 2024

5.0

Dr Garbharran listened to my concerns and recommended appropriate action.

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February 07, 2024

5.0

Great bedside manners, Amazing Doctor. So Happy I found her.

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February 06, 2024

5.0

She is very smart, knowledgeable and competent!

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February 06, 2024

5.0

She seemed to care about me and getting the knowledge to me that I need to fight this disease

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February 06, 2024

5.0

Sheâ€™s the best.

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February 05, 2024

5.0

She was extremely thorough. She took the time to explain to me the process and the whys and possible treatment. She cares for your well being. She was the best doctor I have been to in a very long time.

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February 05, 2024

5.0

Personable, professional, easy to understand

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January 31, 2024

5.0

Same as above....and she's super knowledgeable!

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January 31, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable, thorough and sincere

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January 30, 2024

5.0

She attends to my case very diligently.

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January 30, 2024

5.0

I had my first visit with a new doctor and she is fabulous. It makes it super easy to have a doctor who cares. She was so patient with me and asked so many questions. First she did a thorough review and and we had a plan. I look forward to having her as my doctor.

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January 29, 2024

5.0

Dr. Achal Garbharran was great. Listened to me. Sometimes you just need a logical perspective but delivered with a smile and careful wording

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January 28, 2024

5.0

She called me at home, when I had to cancel because of freezing ice on the roads and parking lot.

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January 27, 2024

5.0

My experience was exceptional! Dr Achal and her staff was very professional, friendly and made me feel like family and not just a patient. Dr Achal is very engaging and compassionate. She takes time to engage me as a person and not just as a patient. She listens to my needs, questions and concerns while offering guidance and encouragement. Her staff always strives to accommodate changes in my schedule and my health. I would highly recommend Dr Achal's practice to all who need a compassionate and caring practitioner in navigating complex endocrine issues.

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January 25, 2024

5.0

Sheâ€™s the best! Always listening and helping to solve your issues or concerns

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January 25, 2024

5.0

She explained everything to me in a way I could understand. She also explained how and what was going on with me.

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January 25, 2024

5.0

She is very effective.

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January 22, 2024

5.0

She is up to date on healthcare and works with the patient to ensure the best care.

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January 22, 2024

5.0

Great Dr great person

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January 21, 2024

5.0

I would recommend Dr Garbharran because she is an excellent Doctor.

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January 21, 2024

5.0

She listens and tries to provide as much help as she can to manage my type 2 diabetes. She has a positive personality.

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January 17, 2024

5.0

I find it very winnable and professional.

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January 17, 2024

5.0

Extremely caring and I highly recommend Dr. Achal Garbharran

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January 16, 2024

5.0

She is professional, knowledgeable and concern about my care.

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January 15, 2024

5.0

She is absolutely the best!

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January 12, 2024

5.0

Sheâ€™s a great at what she does.

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January 10, 2024

5.0

Very personal

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January 10, 2024

5.0

The physician I met with, was an absolute pleasure to talk to. She was thorough in explaining the impacts that diabetes can have on the body, as well as explaining the plan of action for monitoring this condition. She is a great communicator and seemed to be a genuinely happy person. That made the visit a much better experience than I was anticipating. I am so glad I was able to get in to see her.

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December 28, 2023

5.0

Ontime appointments. Presents all treatment options with pros and cons

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December 25, 2023

5.0

Dr Garbharran, she listened, understanding. My A1C is the lowest in 35 years.

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December 20, 2023

5.0

She listens and enacts a plan that I am able to maintain

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December 20, 2023

5.0

She is the best doctor that I could ever have takes very good care of me, and she communicates with all my other doctors when necessary. Sheâ€™s compassionate and understanding and a great doctor to have in your corner. Sheâ€™s a vital part on my northwestern medicine care team.

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December 18, 2023

5.0

Knows her stuff

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December 18, 2023

5.0

If I could give her a higher score I would. She is the best endocrinologist I have ever had! She listens. She gives me all the time I need. And she is knowledgeable about my condition and gives me great care.

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December 18, 2023

5.0

Sheâ€™s kind, intelligent, and able to explain complex medical information in a way that is easy to understand. Also, every single person I came into contact with in the office was so nice and put my mind at ease. I drove almost an hour for the appointment, and childcare was really challenging for me to arrange. I was nervous about attending, but once I saw the doctor, I was grateful I kept the appointment, and made the needed arrangements to get there. Everyone in that office deserves a raise!

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December 18, 2023

5.0

She is personable , knowledgeable easy to talk to.

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December 18, 2023

5.0

She was very thorough with my appointment and for once i feel like i have a game plan for my diabetes

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December 17, 2023

5.0

Very thorough and offers options

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December 15, 2023

5.0

The doctor explained the process to me, asked if I had any questions and addresses them and told me the next steps.

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December 15, 2023

5.0

I used to work with Dr. Garbharran and Dr. [ ] - theyâ€™re both awesome and know their stuff! Dr. Garbharran got me regulated after my [ ] , and even though I live an hour away, itâ€™s worth the trip for her to be my doctor.

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December 14, 2023

5.0

Dr Garbharran is the best! She is very thorough and takes all the time needed to answering my questions. I always feel like I am under the best care with her solutions.

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December 14, 2023

5.0

Caring doctor concerned about my health

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December 12, 2023

5.0

She answers all your questions and doesn't rush you out of her office

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Disclosures

Achal Garbharran, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2023.

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