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Cynthia R. Ambler, MD

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Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Pediatrics

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Education

Medical Education:: MD, Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine - 1994
Residency:: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 1997

Board Certifications

American Board of Pediatrics - Pediatrics (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Clinical Instructor, 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

Ratings and Reviews

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5.0

5.0

265 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

50 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

50 Reviews

August 11, 2023

5.0

Dr. Ambler is the best - excellent bedside manner and extremely smart.

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August 04, 2023

5.0

Dr Ambler was friendly, professional, & engaging with my daughter.

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July 28, 2023

5.0

She takes the time to answer questions. Is knowledgeable and kind.

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July 21, 2023

5.0

Dr Ambler always explains things very well. She looks at the whole person, however I cannot say how she handled this visit as I was not allowed in the room for the visit.

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July 04, 2023

5.0

Always the best. Cares about each of her patients

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June 18, 2023

5.0

Dr. Ambler has treated both my kids with the best care! She always answers my questions and helps me with whatever we need.

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June 08, 2023

5.0

She is great. Very helpful.

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June 02, 2023

5.0

She cares about her patients and listens to any concerns we may have. Always smiling and kind.

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May 19, 2023

5.0

Dr. Ambler is extremely thorough and kind. I always leave my sonâ€™s appointments feeling happy and supported.

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May 12, 2023

5.0

She always takes her time to talk with me and my children

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May 05, 2023

5.0

My son loves Dr. Ambler and Nurse Julie.

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May 04, 2023

5.0

She is caring and kind and just amazing

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April 26, 2023

5.0

Dr Ambler treats our daughter with care and talks to her, instead of at her or around her. She involves our 7 year old in her own care and treats her with kindness and patience, even when my daughter wants to take the time to tell her a story!!

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April 24, 2023

5.0

She's the best!

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April 06, 2023

4.0

Iâ€™d give her an 11/10, but the scheduling process and the call center and all of the other things bring my rating down

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March 23, 2023

5.0

Sheâ€™s thorough, listens and clearly cares for my child.

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March 18, 2023

5.0

Dr Ambler always answers all of our questions and puts us at ease over any concerns we have

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March 17, 2023

5.0

Dr. Ambler is exactly the kind of person you would want as your childâ€™s pediatrician. She is clear, helpful, and kind.

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March 16, 2023

5.0

Dr. Ambler is one of the best pediatricians we have seen. She takes the time to get to know her patients and talks to them, not just the parent.

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March 16, 2023

5.0

She is a physician that takes the time to talk with her patients and truly talks to the kids, not just the adults.

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March 02, 2023

5.0

She is the best! Kind, warm, thorough.

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February 27, 2023

5.0

Absolutely the best pediatrician around! Always so kind, caring and thoughtful.

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February 24, 2023

5.0

Dr. Ambler is the most patient, caring and kind Dr. She understands my daughter's fears and helps her to be calm in the office. We couldn't ask for anyone better.

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February 21, 2023

5.0

Dr Ambler is simply the best. She will listen and not judge you for decisions you make

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February 17, 2023

5.0

Dr Ambler is the best!!

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February 17, 2023

5.0

Dr. Ambler is a great pediatrician. She is friendly and reassuring and has an excellent bedside manner. I highly recommend her!

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February 17, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable. Truly cares about her patients. Takes time to listen.

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February 16, 2023

5.0

Fantastic pediatric doctor! We love her

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February 01, 2023

5.0

Love Dr. Ambler

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January 31, 2023

5.0

Dr Cynthia Ambler is the most caring warm hearted doctor. I have been taking my children to her for 19 years now! She is amazing and the reason why I go there... the only reason!!!

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January 30, 2023

5.0

Dr. Ambler is very warm and reassuring. Her bedside manner is excellent and I am so glad I chose her as our sonâ€™s pediatrician.

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January 10, 2023

5.0

She is always kind, thorough, and we donâ€™t ever feel rushed during visits.

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January 06, 2023

5.0

Dr. Ambler is so gifted with both the science and the art of medicine. What an honor to be in her care.

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December 05, 2022

5.0

She was very thorough and answered all of our questions

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December 02, 2022

5.0

Dr. Ambler is so wonderful with my boys. She listens, is relatable, and just leaves you less worried and cared for when leaving.

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December 02, 2022

5.0

Dr Ambler is great. Really thorough and good at explaining things at our appointments

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December 01, 2022

5.0

Very informative, helpful and nice doctor. Every time we see her itâ€™s a pleasant experience she is very sweet and nice to our baby.

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December 01, 2022

5.0

-Empathetic and caring

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November 18, 2022

5.0

See above. She is wonderful! Wish she worked more days but totally understand!

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November 18, 2022

5.0

Approachable and knowledgeable.

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October 27, 2022

5.0

Sheâ€™s kind, well studied, shows care and concern for my kids and makes them comfortable and happy in her presence. She is to the point and incredibly knowledgeable about everything weâ€™ve encountered.

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October 27, 2022

5.0

Super pleasant and very knowledgeable on any questions we have had.

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October 21, 2022

5.0

She is so knowledgeable and genuine. Makes you feel truly cared for and that your kid is important even though she sees so many children. Very down to earth.

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October 05, 2022

5.0

Excellent provider, able to answer all our questions and feel comfortable. Excellent with our baby. Excellent compassion and communication.

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September 29, 2022

5.0

Dr. Ambler is amazing. She is patient, clear in her communication, thorough and so supportive. I would recommend her to anyone.

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September 26, 2022

5.0

Dr. Ambler is understanding and caring. She invests in our family and cares about the well-being of all of us!

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September 16, 2022

5.0

Great listening.

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September 14, 2022

5.0

I love Dr. Ambler. She is so good with the children, always accommodating, and truly listens and cares. Sheâ€™s the nicest pediatrician we have had and my children will continue to see her for years to come.

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September 08, 2022

5.0

Sheâ€™s the best. Only complaint is how long we have to wait for appointments, because everyone loves her.

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September 08, 2022

5.0

Shes the best!

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Disclosures

Cynthia R. Ambler, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.

External Professional Relationships

Pharmaceutical, device, and biotechnology companies frequently collaborate with basic scientists and physicians within an academic medical center to help advance science and improve patient care. These relationships are important in achieving scientific breakthroughs and in establishing the effectiveness and safety of promising new therapies. In order to assure objectivity in clinical research and patient care, the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine (Feinberg), Northwestern Memorial HealthCare, Children's Hospital of Chicago Medical Center, and the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab have adopted integrity policies that require research and clinical faculty (in full-time, part-time, and unpaid/voluntary categories) to report compensated and uncompensated external industry relationships. Patients are encouraged to discuss these disclosures with their physician as well as to inquire as to how these relationships are overseen by Feinberg. To learn more about our Disclosure and Professional Integrity Policy, and the conflict of interest policies of our joint affiliate survey partners, please go to our Office for Regulatory Affairs Policies page.

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