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Dr. Ruchi Sood, MD

Dr. Ruchi Sood, MD

Nephrology*

Dr. Ruchi Sood, MD is a nephrologist in Elgin, IL. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital and Advocate Sherman Hospital.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Practice

1670 Capital St Ste 900 Elgin, IL 60124

Make an Appointment

(224) 238-3211

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Sood is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital Winfield, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Sood specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Nephrology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. • See reviews
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Dr. Sood's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sood

4.7

10 ratings, 10 with a written review
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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 11, 2025
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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
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Hasmukh Patel – Apr 03, 2025
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Mar 20, 2025
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Oct 08, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Keith W. – May 17, 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
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 16, 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
No results
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 13, 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
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 04, 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
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Garry A. Bartelt – Dec 08, 2023
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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
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Maureen – Nov 09, 2023
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About Me

biography

Dr. Ruchi Sood, MD is a nephrologist in Elgin, IL. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital and Advocate Sherman Hospital.

  • Nephrology

  • Internal Medicine

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

  • Dr. Rajendra Prasad Government Medical College

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Nephrology
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Locations

Practice

Office1670 Capital St Ste 900 Elgin, IL 60124
1
Kidney Care Center Elk Grove LLC1843 W Irving Park Rd Schaumburg, IL 60193
2
Northwestern Medicine Huntley Hospital Medical Office Building 210370 Haligus Rd Huntley, IL 60142
3
Cobblestone Dialysis836 Dundee Ave Elgin, IL 60120
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital

    25 N Winfield Rd
    Winfield, IL 60190
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

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

    Outstanding 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 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

    80%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    15% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Advocate Sherman Hospital

    1425 N Randall Rd
    Elgin, IL 60123
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (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

    View all awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher 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

  • Saint Alexius Medical Center

    1555 N Barrington Rd
    Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
    Recipient of 15
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024)

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

    Patient Safety Excellence 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.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    72%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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