Northwestern Medicine Nutritional Services Lake Forest
Medical Weight Loss • Lake Forest, IL • 1 (Lake Forest Hospital) locations
About
Summary: The Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital is a nonprofit, 201-bed community hospital in Lake Forest, IL, part of Northwestern Medicine. It provides comprehensive care across 90 medical specialties with Magnet-recognized nursing excellence. The Lake Forest location (HQ) offers patient services, appointments, and information on conditions and treatments, plus COVID-19 resources. It employs about 651 people and operates 8 offices in the Lake County area. Related job listings indicate various clinical and support roles, including radiology, medical assisting, cardiac services, and therapy. If you’re specifically seeking Nutritional Services at Northwestern Medicine in Lake Forest, this page confirms the Lake Forest Hospital is the main Lake Forest site in the network but does not detail a standalone Nutritional Services department. For precise Nutritional Services offerings (menus, consultations, or dietary support) at Lake Forest, contact the hospital’s Nutrition Services or patient food service line or check the hospital’s patient resources and departments directory.
Clinic Type
Medical Weight Loss
Address
Lake Forest, IL (Northwestern Medicine Nutritional Services Lake Forest Hospital)
Phone
8475357157
ceo@nm.org
Opening Hours
Hospital Main Entrance: 5:30 am–5:00 pm; 800 Building Entrance: 7:30 am–5:00 pm; 900 Building Entrance: 7:30 am–5:00 pm
Telehealth
https://www.nm.org/patients-and-visitors/telehealth
Emergency Care
Not specified
Services Offered
Team
Insurance & Payment
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Languages Spoken
FAQs
What services are provided?
Nutrition Counseling and Medical Nutrition Therapy with specialized services such as sports nutrition, GI disorders, oncology, diabetes lifestyle interventions, and more.
What services are offered under Nutrition Counseling / Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT)?
Nutrition Counseling including sports nutrition, Mediterranean/anti-inflammatory approaches, nutrition support (enteral and parenteral), eating disorders, pediatrics, food allergies and sensitivities, GI disorders, renal, oncology, cardiovascular/pulmonary disease, diabetes/pre-diabetes lifestyle intervention, underweight/malnutrition (weight gain), and weight loss/management.
If I am a patient at the Lake Forest Hospital Cancer Center, whom should I see for nutrition support?
Please make an appointment with the Oncology Outpatient Dietitian.
Are valet services available for patients and visitors?
Valet parking is complimentary and available at the main hospital and the main entrances of the Bays (900) and McGaw (800) Medical Buildings.
Where is the hospital main entrance located?
1000 North Westmoreland Road.
What are the valet parking hours?
Valet parking hours: Hospital Main Entrance 5:30 am–5:00 pm; 800 Building Entrance 7:30 am–5:00 pm; 900 Building Entrance 7:30 am–5:00 pm.
Is there parking for the Bays and McGaw medical office buildings?
Patient parking for the Bays and McGaw medical office buildings is located just east of the McGaw Medical Building, with a new lot adjacent to the 700 building.
Awards & Accreditations
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Birdeye: 2.7 out of 5 stars (565 reviews)
- Healthgrades (based on HCAHPS): 75% of patients rated 9 or 10 out of 10
- Illinois Hospital Report Card: 82% of patients would definitely recommend the hospital
Patients praise
- High percentage of patients who would recommend the hospital
- Professional and thorough care from many physicians
- Clean facilities and, in many cases, attentive nursing communication
Common complaints
- Reports of staff indifference and poor bedside manner
- Concerns regarding responsiveness to patient needs and requests for assistance
- Some complaints about long wait times and communication issues
"I have never encountered a doctor who was as arrogant and dismissive as this provider."
— Patient review on Birdeye"He's one of the best doctors we've ever had! Very kind and caring! He cares about your well-being!"
— Patient review on Healthgrades (Dr. Patel)Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital Opens Two New Patient Pavilions, Enhancing Patient Access to Advanced Care — Feb 17, 2026
- Northwestern Medicine Names Lake Forest Hospital in Recognition of Landmark Gift — Oct 8, 2025
- Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital opens new patient pavilions | Health News Illinois — Feb 18, 2026
- Northwestern’s Lake Forest Hospital gets a new name, after Ken Griffin gift — Oct 8, 2025
- Two Patient Pavilions Open at Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital | Medical Construction and Design — Mar 24, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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Center for Medical Weight Loss Lake Forest may not be listed on this page. The provided site, Lake Forest Internal Medicine (lakeforestinternalmedicine.com), describes a Libertyville-based primary care practice offering preventive and evidence-based medical care with options for remote visits. It does not mention a dedicated weight loss center or a "Center For Medical Weight Loss" in Lake Forest. Key takeaways from the page: - Location: Libertyville, Illinois area (3 offices listed at 1800 Hollister Dr, Libertyville, IL 60048). - Services: Primary care, preventive medicine, remote/telehealth visits. - Established: 2002; privately held practice with a small team. - Contact: 847-816-3084. If you’re specifically seeking a Center for Medical Weight Loss in Lake Forest, I can search further or compare nearby options (e.g., weight management programs or clinics in Libertyville or surrounding areas).
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