Dr. Mary E. Rinella, MD | Chicago, IL | Gastroenterologist

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Dr. Mary Rinella treats cirrhosis, cholangitis, and cholestasis and practices gastroenterology and internal medicine. She has 30 years of experience and speaks English and Spanish.

Dr. Rinella earned her medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and completed her residency at the University of Chicago. She is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, The University of Chicago Medicine, UChicago Medicine Comer Children's Hospital Hyde Park, and Northwestern Medicine Prentice Women's Hospital, and sees patients in Chicago, Illinois. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Rinella 4.68 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

accepting new patients
4.7

22 Ratings
30 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
University of Chicago
5 written reviews
2 specialties
2 areas of expertise
4 hospital affiliations
3 office locations
Female

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

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Dr. Rinella's Ratings and Reviews

4.7

22 Ratings with 5 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 11 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (8) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Had a good bedside manner: (8) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Spent time with me: (9) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (8) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Flexible scheduling: (8) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
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Dr. Mary Rinella changed my life for the better. I am healthier and happier today because of her brilliant mind, care and attention. She is kind, and direct and an excellent physician. I am forever grateful and wouldn't want to go anywhere else.

July 24th, 2019

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Amazing doctor who is knowledgeable and caring. She takes the time to review medical records and family history. She addresses patients and family concerns. Responds to emails/calls quickly and she has a courteous and professional staff. Best doctor ever!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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June 24th, 2019

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Thank God I found her I have hope for extended life and amazing personal care

June 16th, 2019

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Dr. Rinella is my Post Liver Transplant doctor and is a great communicator.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

May 5th, 2015

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Was sent to to Dr. Rinella by my GP. The day I went I was feeling fluey and asked the nurse taking my vitals to take my temperature. She said they didn't have a thermometer. In the course of my appointment with Dr. Rinella I asked what my previous weight was on my last visit to NMFF to see how much weight I'd lost. She did not know how to look up that information in their computer system. She said I needed a test that required 2 blood tests several weeks apart. Her nurse called me the next day and said to do the 1st set of tests right away and then they would put in the order for the 2nd set. I did the 1st test, after the prescribed amount of time I went down for the 2nd set. The tests weren't ordered yet. One of her staff called and left a message telling me I needed the 2nd set. I called back but had to leave a message. My call was never returned. I went down again, this time on a Saturday morning, to get the blood test, and it still wasn't ordered in the system. Maybe… Dr. Rinella and her staff are good at something. I have no idea what it is.

Did Well

Spent time with me
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

Provided follow-up after the visit

September 5th, 2012

The University Of Chicago Medicine

5841 S Maryland AveChicago, IL 60637

Tel: (773) 702-1000

Northwestern Medical Group

259 E Erie St Ste 1600Chicago, IL 60611

Tel: (312) 695-5620

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Uchicago Medicine River East

355 E Grand AveChicago, IL 60611

Tel: (888) 824-0200

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Dr. Mary Eugenia Rinella, MD	Dr. Manoj K Mehta, MD	Ji Soo Choi, APRN	Jan Seiler, APRN
Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.7 (22 Ratings)	4.9 (16 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
30 Years of Experience	35 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Chicago , IL	Evanston , IL	Sacramento , CA	Montgomery , AL
Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine	Med School: Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center	Med School: New York University	Med School: Georgia State University
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Hepatology
Internal Medicine

Dr. Mary Eugenia Rinella 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.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine in 1996.

NPI Number

Dr. Rinella's NPI number is 1497787238.

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What languages does Dr. Mary Rinella speak?: Dr. Mary Rinella speaks English and Spanish.
Which hospitals is Dr. Mary Rinella affiliated with?: Dr. Mary Rinella is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, The University Of Chicago Medicine, Uchicago Medicine Comer Childrens Hospital Hyde Park, and Northwestern Medicine Prentice Womens Hospital.

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