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Dr. Jay Pensler, MD

Dr. Jay Pensler, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Jay Pensler, MD is a plastic surgeon in Chicago, IL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine in 1980. He is affiliated with medical facilities Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Presence Saint Joseph Hospital Chicago. He is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 39 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (39 reviews)

Practice

680 N Lake Shore Dr Ste 1125 Chicago, IL 60611

Make an Appointment

(312) 642-7777

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Pensler is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital Chicago, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Pensler specializes in the area of Plastic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • 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. Pensler's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Pensler

4.8

39 ratings, 4 with a written review
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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
What could be improved
No results
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Chrisitian Schultz – Feb 04, 2020
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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
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Richie B in McHenry, IL – Jul 19, 2018
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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
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Cicero, IL – Nov 15, 2017
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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
6 people found this helpful
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Valeria in WI – Dec 31, 2015
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Cosmetic Surgery Spotlight

About Me

biography

Dr. Jay Pensler, MD is a plastic surgeon in Chicago, IL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine in 1980. He is affiliated with medical facilities Northwestern...read more

  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Harvard Medical School

    Fellowship Hospital

  • New York University Medical Center

    Residency Hospital

  • University Of Texas Medical Branch

    Residency Hospital

  • Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine

    1987

  • New York University

    Internship Hospital, 1981

  • University Of Chicago Pritzker School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1980
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
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Plastic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Jay M Pensler MD SC680 N Lake Shore Dr Ste 1125 Chicago, IL 60611
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Northwestern Memorial Hospital

    251 E Huron St
    Chicago, IL 60611
    Recipient of 29
    hospital awards

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

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    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

    82%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    17% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Presence Saint Joseph Hospital Chicago

    2900 N Lake Shore Dr
    Chicago, IL 60657

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

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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