Monica Patel, MD

Endocrinology

4.7
185 Ratings
Practices In: Downers Grove
Patients Seen: Adults

I believe com­mu­ni­ca­tion, active patient par­tic­i­pa­tion and empa­thy are impor­tant for good med­ical care. I seek to under­stand each patien­t’s unique cir­cum­stances and include them in the deci­sion process when deter­min­ing a treat­ment plan.

Locations

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Downers Grove

5207 Main Street

Downers Grove, Illinois 60515

630-789-4910

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General Info
Board Certifications
Endocrinology
Languages
English
Clinical Interests

Adren­al dis­ease, Dia­betes, Osteo­poro­sis, Parathy­roid dis­or­ders, Pitu­itary dis­ease, Thy­roid can­cer, Thy­roid disorders

Personal Interests

Spend­ing time with fam­i­ly and friends, trav­el­ing to new places and reading

Memberships
The Endocrine Society American Medical Association
Education
Editorial
School
West Virginia University Graduation Date: 2012 Degree: MD
Residency
Rush University Medical Center Resident in Internal Medicine
Fellowships
Rush University Medical Center Endocrinology

Provider's Contributions

What is Cortisol – And Why Are Cortisol Levels So Important?  Conditions & Diseases November 2023
Five Diabetes Myths
5 Diabetes Myths — Debunked Conditions & Diseases, November 2022

Clinical Expertise

Procedures

Thyroid Nodule Evaluation and Surveillance

Conditions

Adrenal Bone Disorders, Bone Disorders, Continuous Glucose Monitoring, Diabetes, Insulin Pump Therapy, Parathyroid Disorders, Pituitary Disorders, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), Thyroid Disorders

Ratings

Ratings Category

The Patient Satisfaction Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our independent rating system, the Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Learn more about our patient satisfaction survey.

Patient Satisfaction Rating

4.7
185 Ratings

Likelihood of recommending this provider

4.7
184 Ratings

Provider included you in decisions

4.7
184 Ratings

Provider showed concern

4.7
185 Ratings

Provider explained things clearly

4.7
184 Ratings

Provider discussed treatment options

4.6
180 Ratings

Comments

Comments are collected in our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Surveys. Patients are de-identified to protect confidentiality and patient privacy. Learn more about our patient satisfaction survey.
"Dr. Patel is wonderful! Her nurse "Eddy" is as well! Fantastic!!"
5
Feb. 12, 2024
"Dr Patel was very attentive and careful to go over all the tests, symptoms and possibilities with me. I felt very confident in her diagnosis and recommendations."
5
Jan. 14, 2024
"Dr. Patel is one of the best doctors I've ever had in terms of listening to my concerns. I feel like she listens and cares and that's important to me in a doctor."
5
Jan. 7, 2024
"Dr Patel is fantastic. She listens to my concerns and makes me feel comfortable about my care. Every visit has been top notch."
5
Jan. 7, 2024
"It was very nice to be listened to and not shoved out the door... As well as not all my issues being blamed on weight."
5
Jan. 5, 2024
"I am very impressed with Dr. Patel. She is very knowledgeable and explains things clearly and thoroughly."
5
Jan. 5, 2024
"Provider showed care and concern for my symptoms. I appreciate the detailed notes taken and how she is trying to help me figure out what is causing these symptoms. She definitely listens to all concerns and tries to piece together an answer for what is going on."
5
Jan. 1, 2024
"Eddie and Dr Patel are both fantastic. . Dr. Patel makes me feel seen."
5
Dec. 31, 2023
"Monica was great"
5
Dec. 4, 2023
"Dr Patel has a wonderful calming disposition and great listenin skills."
5
Sep. 19, 2023
"I had a very good experience since I was terribly nervous."
5
Aug. 21, 2023
"Doctor was very informative."
5
Aug. 21, 2023
"Both Dr. And Nurse very attune to my concerns and takes time to listen."
5
Aug. 20, 2023
"All Good"
5
Aug. 14, 2023
"The Dr and the PA were wonderful , listened and evaluated my health history, I wouldn't ask for a better Dr"
5
Aug. 13, 2023
"Dr. Patel explained in detail what my condition is in the language I can understand."
5
Jun. 26, 2023
"I learned so much!"
5
Jun. 24, 2023
"Great doctor."
5
Jun. 19, 2023
"Great doctor very informative and polite"
5
May. 30, 2023
"I felt that I wasn't very heard about the issues I was having. She went into it assuming it wasn't an issue and somewhat dismissed the conversation"
3.2
May. 30, 2023
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