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Dr. Sandra Swantek, MD

Dr. Sandra Swantek, MD

Psychiatry*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Sandra Swantek, MD is a psychiatrist in Chicago, IL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine in 1991. She is affiliated with medical facilities Rush University Medical Center and Rush Oak Park Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.7 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 2.7 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

1725 W Harrison St Ste 10 Chicago, IL 60612
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(312) 942-7030

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Swantek specializes in the areas of Geriatric Psychiatry & Psychiatry. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Swantek's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Swantek

2.7
16 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 star
38%
38%
4 star
6%
6%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
0%
0%
1 star
56%
56%

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Good.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Jul 27, 2021
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Dr. Swantek was jaded and had bedside manor, (but maybe I caught her at a bad time). Rather than treating me personally, she lumped me in with where I was attending school, and said that if I didn't do what she said, I would end up down a bad path, and that she would withhold her recommendation so that I could no longer attend school. She said that she'd seen a lot of people from my school, and didn't seem to understand that we were all different people with different circumstances. She said I might be bipolar, and while discussing treatment options with her, I brought that up a few times (the 'might be' part) and she because frustrated with me and said "I take it back, you ARE bipolar!" which later, I learned from a psychiatrist that she might have been better off saying that I suffered from bipolar disorder rather than using that phrasing. I'm sure she may have helped others at a time, but she was a bad fit for me in 2008. She should retire or re-think her values and demeanor.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Anonymous – Aug 23, 2020
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Doctor Swantek is compassionate and concerned about her patients physical and emotional health.
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Jvk – Nov 10, 2019
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Listens to what you have to say. Answers questions very thoroughly explains things quite clearly. Displays a genuine interest in your well-being. She is kind compassionate and easy to talk to you.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
JanyKay – Mar 14, 2019
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Getting worse with time. Confusing new med instructions led to a call for clarification: she returned my call 6 days later. I Clarified by calling pharmacist who also found the directions confusing. When I asked if a new med should be taken with or without food, (I take a lot of meds and supplements with many requiring dosage an empty stomach) she replied to me as if I was a child: "You know medicines always work better after eating." WHAT? I don't even know why I bother to see her.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Dorie in Chicago, IL – Feb 21, 2019
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About Me

care philosophy

I practice patient-centered care in an interdisciplinary team.

  • Psychiatry

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

  • Northwestern University School Med

    Fellowship Hospital, 1996

  • Saint Louis University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1991

  • Michigan State University

    Undergraduate School, 1976
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Geriatric Psychiatry
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Psychiatry
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  • Swantek SS, Csernansky JG. Genetic Biomarkers for Dementia-Related Processes: How Close are the Authors?, 2009

  • Swantek SS, Grossberg GT, et al. The use of Carbamazepine to treat benzodiazepine withdrawal in a geriatric population. Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry and Neurology. 4:106-109, 1991

  • Swantek SS, Zucker-Goldstein. M. Psychiatric Services. Age and gender Differences among Patients with Hip Fracture and Depression. Psychiatric Services. 51; 12: 1501-1503, 2001

  • Swantek SS. Media Minorities and the Stigma of Mental Illness in, Loue S; Sajatovic M, eds. Determinants of Minority Mental Health and Wellness. New York, Springer 2009: 73-88

  • Corrigan PW, Swantek S, Watson AC et al. When do older adults seek primary care services for depression? Nerv Ment Dis. 2003 191; 9: 619-22

  • Best Doctors in America, 2009 -2001

  • Exemplary Psychiatrist Award, Honorable Mention, National Association for the Mentally Ill, 2003

Focus on Depression

Locations

Practice

Office1725 W Harrison St Ste 10 Chicago, IL 60612
1
Treatment Research Center-Rush Univ Med Center1645 W Jackson Blvd Ste 600 Chicago, IL 60612
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Rush University Medical Center

    1653 W Congress Pkwy
    Chicago, IL 60612
    Recipient of 43
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023)

    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

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Rush Oak Park Hospital

    520 S Maple Ave
    Oak Park, IL 60304
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

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

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    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.

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

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

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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