Dr. Joanne Kirby, MD
Dr. Joanne Kirby, MD is a pulmonologist in Chicago, IL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Kirby has extensive experience in Obstructive Lung Disease. She graduated from RUTGERS UNIVERSITY / NEW BRUNSWICK CAMPUS in 1985. She is affiliated with medical facilities Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
Practice
259 E Erie St Ste 2330 Chicago, IL 60611Make an Appointment
Hospital Highlight
Dr. Kirby is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital Chicago, a highly rated hospital.
At a Glance
- Areas of ExpertiseDr. Kirby specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Pulmonary Disease. • See board certifications
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- Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
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Dr. Kirby's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kirby
| 5 star | 26% | 26% |
| 4 star | 12% | 12% |
| 3 star | 3% | 3% |
| 2 star | 0% | 0% |
| 1 star | 59% | 59% |
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How was your experience with Dr. Kirby?Overall Patient Satisfaction
Likelihood of recommending Dr. Kirby to family and friends is 2.4705882 out of 5
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care philosophy
``Better people means better experiences. Our care team is committed to delivering results that change lives.``Pulmonary Disease
Critical Care Medicine
Internal Medicine
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University Of Illinois College Of Medicine
Fellowship Hospital, 1991Mcgaw Mc/northwestern University|mcgaw Medical Center Of Northwestern University
Residency Hospital, 1988Rutgers University / New Brunswick Campus
Medical School, 1985
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- Recipient of 29
hospital awardsAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
View all awardsOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
87%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home3% higher than the national average
82%Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family17% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 8
hospital awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all awardsOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2022)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
87%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home3% higher than the national average
80%Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family15% higher than the national average
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