4.2
17 Ratings with 5 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Joel Retsky treats colon polyps, hemorrhoids, and diverticular disease, and performs lower GI endoscopy, colonoscopy, and upper GI endoscopy. He practices gastroenterology and internal medicine and has 37 years of experience.
Dr. Retsky earned his medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Chicago Medicine. He sees patients at multiple locations in the Chicago area, including Highland Park, Lake Forest, Glenview, Arlington Heights, and Skokie, Illinois, and is affiliated with Endeavor Health Skokie Hospital, Highland Park Hospital, Endeavor Health Northwest Community Hospital, Glenbrook Hospital, and Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital. He speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Retsky 4.18 out of 5.
Dr. Retsky earned his medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Chicago Medicine. He sees patients at multiple locations in the Chicago area, including Highland Park, Lake Forest, Glenview, Arlington Heights, and Skokie, Illinois, and is affiliated with Endeavor Health Skokie Hospital, Highland Park Hospital, Endeavor Health Northwest Community Hospital, Glenbrook Hospital, and Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital. He speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Retsky 4.18 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 37 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- University Of Chicago Medicine
- 5 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 11 areas of expertise
- 5 hospital affiliations
- 5 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Joel Ethan Retsky has 5 locationsNorthshore Medical Group Highland Park
1777 Green Bay Rd Ste 201Highland Park, IL 60035 Tel: (847) 433-3460
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 1:00 pm
SunClosed
Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital
1000 N Westmoreland RdLake Forest, IL 60045 Tel: (847) 234-5600
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| Dr. Joel Ethan Retsky, MD | Dr. Daksesh Patel, DO | Dr. Lawrence Gluskin, MD | Dr. Manoj K Mehta, MD |
| Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 37 Years of Experience | 35 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| Highland Park , IL | Chicago , IL | Chicago , IL | Evanston , IL |
| Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine | Med School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: University of Illinois College of Medicine | Med School: Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joel Ethan Retsky
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Joel Ethan Retsky has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Joel Ethan Retsky has the following 11 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
37 Years Experience
Dr. Joel Ethan Retsky holds an expired medical license in the state of Illinois.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Illinois that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at University Of Chicago Medicine.
Medical School
Graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine in 1989.
NPI Number
Dr. Retsky's NPI number is 1568420057.
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- Dr. Joel Retsky speaks English and Spanish.
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