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Dr. Alla Gimelfarb, MD

Dr. Alla Gimelfarb, MD

Hematology*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Alla Gimelfarb, MD is a hematologist in Glenview, IL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Gimelfarb has extensive experience in Blood Disorders and Lymphatic System Disorders. She graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 2003. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Highland Park Hospital and Skokie Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 32 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (32 reviews)

Practice

2180 Pfingsten Rd Ste 1000 Glenview, IL 60026
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(847) 503-1000

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Gimelfarb is affiliated with Northshore University Healthsystem Evanston Hospital Evanston, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Gimelfarb specializes in the areas of Hematology & Medical Oncology. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Gimelfarb's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gimelfarb

3.6

32 ratings, 20 with a written review
5 Star
63%
63%
4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
6%
6%
1 Star
31%
31%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Inna Gerdova – Sep 18, 2023
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 07, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Don Kosh – Dec 19, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Amy Atoe – Jul 07, 2022
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Former patient – Nov 21, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Ex-patient – Oct 19, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Gil – Aug 24, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Ex-patient – Apr 27, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Jan 25, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Bill Leach – Jan 20, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 16, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Sofiya S. – Jan 16, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Peter – Jan 14, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Irina – Jan 14, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 14, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 14, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
P.S. – Jan 14, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 14, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
S. Caldwell – Jan 14, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Tom S in Northbrook, IL – Sep 17, 2016
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biography

Dr. Alla Gimelfarb, MD is a hematologist in Glenview, IL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Gimelfarb has extensive experience in Blood Disorders and Lymphatic System Disorders. She graduated from University of Illinois...read more

  • Hematology

  • Medical Oncology

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  • Rush Medical College

    Internship Hospital, 2004

  • University Of Illinois College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2003
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Hematology
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Medical Oncology
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Locations

Practice

Northshore Cancer Immediate Care2180 Pfingsten Rd Ste 1000 Glenview, IL 60026
1

Practice

Northshore University Health System2650 Ridge Ave Evanston, IL 60201
2

Practice

Northshore Glenbrook Hospital2100 Pfingsten Rd Glenview, IL 60026
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Highland Park Hospital

    777 Park Ave W
    Highland Park, IL 60035
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

  • Skokie Hospital

    9600 Gross Point Rd
    Skokie, IL 60076
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

  • Northshore University Healthsystem Evanston Hospital

    2650 Ridge Ave
    Evanston, IL 60201
    Recipient of 17
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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