Summary

Dr. Gregory Nowak specializes in cardiovascular disease, bringing 39 years of dedicated experience to heart and vascular care. He earned his medical degree from Akademia Medyczna Gdansk in Poland and completed his residency at Louis A Weiss Memorial Hospital Program. Dr. Nowak holds both an MD and PhD, along with FACC certification, demonstrating his advanced expertise in cardiology. He provides care in English for patients throughout the region.

Dr. Nowak practices at Mercyhealth Heart and Vascular Center in Rockford, Illinois, where he focuses on treating heart rhythm disorders and chest pain while managing high blood pressure. His diagnostic expertise includes performing heart rhythm tests and detailed heart ultrasounds to evaluate cardiac function. Patients have rated Dr. Nowak 4.5 out of 5 stars, reflecting their confidence in his cardiovascular care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 39 years of experience
  • 36 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Louis A Weiss Memorial Hospital Program
  • 19 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

    • Vitals Preferred Provider Award
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Office Location

Mercyhealth Heart and Vascular Center–Riverside

8201 E. Riverside Blvd.Rockford, IL 61114

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Dr. Gregory Nowak, MD, PHD, FACCDr. Margaret Mary Greco, MDDr. Richard P Hayes, MDDr. Ernerio Timan Alboliras, MD
Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
4.7 
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39 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 50 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Russian Speaks English, Spanish
Rockford , ILMadison , WIRockford , ILPeoria , IL
Med School: Academic Medical School (Gdanski Med School: CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: University Of The Philippines Manila College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Gregory Nowak

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Arise Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Montana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Dean Health Plan
  • Family Health Network
  • Health Alliance
  • HFN
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • WPS Health Plan
  • Zing Health
  • Zing Health - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Gregory Nowak has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Gregory Nowak has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Louis A Weiss Memorial Hospital Program

Medical School

Academic Medical School (Gdanski
Akademia Medyczna Gdansk (Gdansk, Poland)Graduated in 1987

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Gregory Nowak speak?
Dr. Gregory Nowak speaks English.
Does Dr. Gregory Nowak accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Gregory Nowak accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Gregory Nowak accepting new patients?
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Where is Dr. Gregory Nowak's office located?
Dr. Gregory Nowak's office is located at 8201 E. Riverside Blvd., Rockford, IL, 61114.
Does Dr. Gregory Nowak accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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