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Seth T. Kay, MD

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Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Otolaryngology

Secondary Specialty

Endocrine Surgery

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Education

Medical Education:: MD, Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine - 2011
Residency:: Loyola University Medical Center - 2016
Fellowships:: Medical College of Georgia - 2017

Board Certifications

American Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery - Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Health System Clinician, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:: Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group
Alignment Category:: Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:: Central DuPage Hospital

Delnor Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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1226 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

82 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

82 Reviews

August 30, 2023

5.0

Again, Dr Kay listens to concerns and explains issues thoroughly.

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August 29, 2023

5.0

He's incredibly knowledgeable and explains everything he's thinking, looking at, possibilities of outcomes, so ect

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August 26, 2023

5.0

Dr. Kay took such good care of our daughter. He followed up and was in contact throughout her recovery to answer any questions.

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August 24, 2023

5.0

Extremely nice and was very thorough when explaining everything! It was clear he has a lot of knowledge on the subject, which is comforting.

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August 24, 2023

5.0

He's a scientist. That means he's through and skilled.

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August 23, 2023

5.0

Does a great job and is very thorough when explaining What he plan for patients

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August 17, 2023

5.0

Dr. Kay is an absolute delight! Excellent bedside manners but most of allâ€¦..he explains everything to do you understand completely! You never leave the office confused or forgetting to have asked something because he covered everything! Top notch Doc !!!

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August 16, 2023

5.0

super professional

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August 16, 2023

5.0

Dr. Kay is very reassuring, professional, and takes the time to be sure I am comfortable & understand.

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August 15, 2023

5.0

He restored my faith in the medical world after a disastrous hospital stay for my husband in April. Heâ€™s vey patient and throrough with the explanation of the procedure . I did not feel rushed at all.

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August 14, 2023

5.0

Professionalism. Communication. Skills and knowledge

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August 14, 2023

5.0

He's very knowledgeable about what his doing. Very kind person tell you what going to happen and what could happen. He has a plan

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August 11, 2023

5.0

He was the one surgeon on my insurance that had favorable reviews related to my specific surgery.

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August 11, 2023

5.0

Outstanding doctor. He really comforted my anxious 9 year old who was in a lot of pain. He was patient, thorough, and very kind.

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August 11, 2023

5.0

He is the ideal surgeon: calm, excellent listener, obsessive about details, and committed to eliminating as many variables as possible prior to surgery.

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August 10, 2023

5.0

A medical professional who is friendly, thorough and always has time for clear explanations.

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August 10, 2023

5.0

He makes sure that we understand the situation. He also listens to what we say and gives feedback so we can make good choices.

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August 10, 2023

5.0

Explanations were easy to understand and took the time to answer all my questions

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August 08, 2023

5.0

Dr. Kay and his staff explain everything with great detail! Felt so comfortable!

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August 07, 2023

5.0

Dr. Kay really listened to me and after 2 surgeries my issues are completely resolved. I couldnâ€™t be happier

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August 06, 2023

5.0

Dr. Kay is very friendly and personable. He explains the medical issue(s) easily yet thoroughly, providing ample time for questions and answers. He follows up after surgery with both the family and the patient, and test results are readily available on My Chart.

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August 03, 2023

5.0

Explained everything very clearly

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August 02, 2023

5.0

He is the best dr I know

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July 29, 2023

5.0

Dr. kay is very thorough and attentive in explaining my sitiation. A well-educated patient is a better patient.

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July 27, 2023

5.0

He does a good job.

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July 27, 2023

5.0

Dr. Kay is attentive and explains everything with great detail

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July 26, 2023

5.0

Dr. Kay was very patient; explained things well and didnâ€™t feel rushed.

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July 24, 2023

5.0

Clear explanation of my diagnosis, thorough exam.

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July 24, 2023

5.0

He is excellent!

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July 24, 2023

5.0

Clearly explains the situation, knowledgeable in special treatments for thyroid

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July 21, 2023

5.0

Heâ€™s a master in his field.

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July 20, 2023

5.0

Dr. Kay made sure to give me the best diagnosis for my condition and followed through as quickly as possible. During my surgery, my husband was very grateful for the texts on my progress. I never had surgery before and Dr. Kay helped me feel safe and confident before I went through it.

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July 17, 2023

5.0

He is an amazing awesome doctor. He takes time to talk you through things no matter how long or how many questions you have. He takes time out if your having any problems or side effects from surgery. He responded to you not a nurse he responds to you in a timely matter. I truly appreciate him and the work he does. I wish more doctor and surgeon have the same objective or love for there job and patients like he does.

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July 17, 2023

5.0

He is a wonderful doctor and explains things so I could understand

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July 17, 2023

5.0

He is extremely thorough, takes time to explain your procedure (what will be done and why) and answer any and all questions. He is kind and compassionate. Could not ask for a better doctor.

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July 14, 2023

5.0

Dr. Kay was very kind and informative. He was thorough in his explanation of the condition and the procedure, answered all my questions, and put me at ease.

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July 13, 2023

5.0

He took time and explained everything. And was very nice!

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July 13, 2023

5.0

Just an all around exceptional person and provider. Honest. Skilled. Kind.

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July 13, 2023

5.0

Dr. Kay spends all of his time focused on you

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July 12, 2023

5.0

Dr Kay is always very kind, compassionate, and helpful. I know that he wants to help.

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July 11, 2023

5.0

Dr. Kay was amazing from start to finish. He answered all of our questions about the surgery in the office and whenever we needed it. He was kind during the surgery and was so helpful to help my family feel comfortable. He checked on me a few times afterwards, and overall made this whole experience, which was very scary, much less so.

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July 10, 2023

5.0

Dr. Kay was very thorough with his evaluation of ultrasound pictures and with the radiologist's narrative.

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July 10, 2023

5.0

He is an excellent doctor

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July 10, 2023

5.0

Dr. Kay was extremely helpful in explaining everything that related to our visit in terms that were quite understandable. He was highly recommended to us via a close friend and we are very happy with our visit and all the information we gained.

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July 07, 2023

5.0

Nice man, very caring

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July 06, 2023

5.0

Wonderful bedside manner. He put me at ease with the thyroid nodule results.

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July 04, 2023

5.0

Returning to Dr Kay is a pleasure. He is over the top in explaining everything that is going on with me as well as what his plan is. Takes a very personal approach to show empathy and provide treatment.

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July 04, 2023

5.0

He explain everything I need to know He answer my question very well and he care

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July 03, 2023

5.0

Dr. Kay is so thorough, patient, and confident. He is a perfectionist and his work is flawless.

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June 30, 2023

5.0

Very thorough and kind.

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June 29, 2023

5.0

Patient and kind

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June 29, 2023

5.0

Dr. Seth Kay has been my ENT specialist and has taken great care of me ever since I was done with my chemotherapy and radiation 6 years ago. He has always been empathetic, caring, answers all my questions and provides incredible patient care. Thank you, Dr. Kay!

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June 29, 2023

5.0

Explain well

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June 26, 2023

5.0

Very nice, good listener, and very thorough.

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June 26, 2023

5.0

Great bedside manner and thorough

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June 22, 2023

5.0

Explains things well. I feel like I get great card from Dr Kay.

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June 22, 2023

5.0

I met Dr. Kay for the first time at this visit. He is very nice and explains things well. I appreciated him walking me thru the US he was performing and explaining as he went. He was kind and explained the biopsy well. I felt confident in his medical skill and knowledge.

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June 22, 2023

5.0

He's very personable, very pt oriented

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June 22, 2023

5.0

Takes his with me, explaining everything and answering all my questions. The few times I've seen him he's always been on time which is rare at NW

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June 22, 2023

5.0

Great job

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June 21, 2023

5.0

Follow up was better than any doctor I know, he is kind and very knowledgeable and I no pain after surgery.

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June 21, 2023

5.0

He took a lot of time explaining the issues with a thyroid and how the decision was made whether to biopsy or not it's the first time I had heard much of this information so I got a good education.

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June 20, 2023

5.0

Dr. Kay is very patient and professional

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June 19, 2023

5.0

Excellent communication.

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June 15, 2023

5.0

He took time to explain and educate me about the procedure. Very calm and positive demeanor.

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June 15, 2023

5.0

Same as above- And interested in me as a person, not just my thyroid

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June 14, 2023

5.0

Dr. Kay is interested, thorough, and informative.

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June 14, 2023

5.0

Doctor Kay is very knowledgeable and took time to explain the ultrasound results and prognosis. Great doctor.

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June 13, 2023

5.0

Very good

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June 12, 2023

5.0

Great at explaining everything in a way that was easy to understand. He also made me feel calm/at east about everything.

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June 12, 2023

5.0

Dr Kay explained what he was looking to rule out, how the procedure would go and the length of time for results to be finalized. He checked on my understanding and comfort level.

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June 09, 2023

5.0

He did a great job

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June 01, 2023

5.0

He was very knowledgeable and took the time to answer all of my questions.

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May 31, 2023

5.0

He was thorough, took his time with me and put me at ease under the circumstance.

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May 25, 2023

5.0

He is honest and forthcoming! Went over everything and made sure we under

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May 25, 2023

5.0

Dr Kay is fantastic and I am so happy he did my surgery. Very professional and thorough and listens to patients. Included my spouse in our conversations which h greatly appreciate! Great bedside manner and my surgery site is healing well. Will definitely recommend him to others.

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May 24, 2023

5.0

Simple put, DrKay is the best!!!!! He is the most patient of all Doctors. He explained every step of the procedure to me and followed up personally to check on me.

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May 24, 2023

5.0

Oh, Dr Kay spoke so well and explained whatâ€™s going on with my parathyroid glands. He seemed to really know his stuff and I bet he did really well in medical school. I trust him.

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May 23, 2023

5.0

He is very kind and helpful He is a wonderful doctor

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May 19, 2023

5.0

Did a great job

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May 18, 2023

5.0

Very thorough and explaining my future medical requirements. I clearly understood what he was saying. That's very rare.

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May 18, 2023

5.0

Dr Kay is excellent. He never makes me feel rushed. He is very thorough and comes up with different options for treatment which I like.

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