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Carl R. Pavel, MD is a highly rated specialist in Critical Care Medicine and Pulmonology, practicing within the Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group in DeKalb, Illinois. He is a dedicated physician who provides comprehensive care, offering a thorough approach to his patients' unique health needs. With a medical degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin and further training at the San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium, Dr. Pavel is board certified in Critical Care, Internal Medicine, and Pulmonary Disease. He is also a Clinical Assistant Professor at the Feinberg School of Medicine, emphasizing the importance of patient experience and feedback in his practice. Generated from the website

Northwestern Medicine is proud to have five hospitals ranked among “America’s Best,” including Northwestern Memorial Hospital, the only Illinois hospital to be ranked No. 1 for 14 straight years, by U.S. News & World Report, 2025 – 2026. We are leading the quest for better care in the Chicago area and beyond. With more than 200 locations across Chicagoland, better care and better treatments are never far from home. To learn more, visit our website.

About The PracticeAdvanced Internal Medicine of Northern Illinois is an independent primary care practice with two convenient locations in Sycamore and Elgin, Illinois. Their friendly and knowledgeable team of internal medicine practitioners offers personalized treatment plans and comprehensive patient assessments focused on optimizing health and well-being. The team at Advanced Internal Medicine of Northern Illinois believes continuity of care is essential. They're one of a select few independent practices in the area that sees their patients in various settings, including local hospitals, assisted living facilities, and nursing homes. With a holistic and collaborative approach, the Advanced Internal Medicine of Northern Illinois team provides comprehensive primary care, including acute and preventive medicine for men and women over 20, and geriatric care for adults over 65. They also manage chronic health conditions like heart disease and hypertension, diabetes, and high cholesterol, and offer medical weight loss solutions for obesity.For the highest degree of patient-centered care, call Advanced Internal Medicine of Northern Illinois, or request an appointment online today.