Dr. Mitchell Bernsen, MD

Gastroenterology*MaleAge 61

Gastroenterology*

Dr. Mitchell Bernsen, MD is a gastroenterologist in Arlington Heights, IL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Bernsen has extensive experience in Esophageal Disorders and Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from Rush Medical College in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities Northwest Community Hospital and Alexian Brothers Medical Center 1. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. Mitchell Bernsen, MD

Northwest Gastroenterologists

1415 S Arlington Heights Rd Arlington Heights, IL 60005
Telehealth availableTelehealth services available
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Accepting new patients

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Dr. Bernsen is affiliated with Northwest Community Hospital Arlington Heights, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Bernsen is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Bernsen specializes in the area of Gastroenterology. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Bernsen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bernsen

3.7

56 ratings, 45 with a written review
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Mar 14, 2025
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Jun 20, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
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Julie Gerber – Jun 05, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
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Dan – Apr 11, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Mar 21, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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DJ – Feb 19, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Jan 12, 2024
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bassplayerann – Feb 08, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Dec 09, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
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
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Nov 29, 2022
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What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
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Nov 24, 2022
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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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Nov 18, 2022
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What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Nov 11, 2022
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What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Shelley Franks – Nov 08, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
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Sep 18, 2022
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 25, 2022
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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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Sheryl Rue-Borden – Aug 24, 2022
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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
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Aug 08, 2022
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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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May 04, 2022
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About Me

care philosophy

All members of the Northwest Gastroenterologists team including physician partners, associates and staff members, will work in collaboration with patients and their families to provide the highest quality of available care. We will achieve our...read more

biography

Managing Partner Illinois Gastroenterology Group

Medical Director Northwest Endoscopy Center
  • Gastroenterology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Loyola University Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1996
  • Chief Resident Rush Presbyterian St. Lukes Medical Center Chicago, Il

    1994
  • Rush Presbyterian St Luke's Medical Center Chicago Il

    Residency Hospital, 1993
  • Rush Medical College

    Internship Hospital, 1991
  • Rush Medical College

    Medical School, 1990
  • Loyola University Chicago

    Undergraduate School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Gastroenterology
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Dr. Bernsen is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

    Northwest Gastroenterologists

    Northwest Gastroenterologists1415 S Arlington Heights Rd Arlington Heights, IL 60005
    1

    Cardiovascular Associates

    Northwest Gastroenterologists800 Biesterfield Rd Ste 207 Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Northwest Community Hospital

      800 W Central Rd
      Arlington Heights, IL 60005
      Recipient of 6
      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

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      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

      75%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Alexian Brothers Medical Center 1

      800 Biesterfield Rd
      Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
      Recipient of 31
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023)

      Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

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

      Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

      View all awards

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

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      73%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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