About
Brent Nathan MD grew up in the Chicagoland area and earned his bachelor's degree in biology from Lawrence University, where he received induction into both Mortar Board and Phi Beta Kappa. He went on to earn his medical degree from Rush Medical College and complete his Internal Medicine Residency at Rush University Medical Center. During residency, he enrolled in the specialized Patient Safety and Quality Improvement track. The American College of Physicians later elected him to Fellowship, an honorary designation recognizing sustained individual service and contributions to the practice of medicine.
Dr. Nathan is board-certified in internal medicine with more than 10 years of clinical experience. He is passionate about the diagnosis and treatment of acute conditions, and skilled at managing multiple complex chronic diseases simultaneously. He pays particular attention to how a single illness can affect multiple organ systems at once. Patient education and shared decision-making are central to his practice. He has said the most rewarding part of his work is the lifelong relationships he builds with patients, and that he treats each one as he would a family member.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Lawrence University, B.S. Biology
Medical School
Rush Medical College
Residency
Internal Medicine, Rush University Medical Center
Additional Training
Patient Safety and Quality Improvement track (during residency)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Nathan right for?
Dr. Nathan is well-suited for adults managing multiple or complex chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, coronary artery disease, COPD, or osteoporosis. Patients who want a physician deeply invested in shared decision-making and patient education will connect with his approach. He works effectively with patients navigating conditions that span several organ systems. His thoroughness and warmth also make him a natural fit for patients who have found it difficult to feel genuinely heard by previous physicians.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Nathan treats a broad range of adult conditions including hypertension, hyperlipidemia, coronary artery disease, diabetes, hypothyroidism, osteoporosis, asthma, COPD, obesity, gout, osteoarthritis, depression, anxiety, and more. He also provides peri-operative care, smoking cessation support, heart and vascular disease prevention, and wellness exams.
Yes. Dr. Nathan holds board certification in internal medicine and election to Fellowship in the American College of Physicians, an honorary distinction recognizing his contributions to the field.
Dr. Nathan earned his medical degree from Rush Medical College and completed his Internal Medicine Residency at Rush University Medical Center. During residency, he participated in the specialized Patient Safety and Quality Improvement track.
Dr. Nathan focuses on accurate diagnosis, thorough management of chronic disease, and meaningful patient education. He is skilled at understanding how multiple disease processes interact, and he emphasizes shared decision-making so patients actively participate in their own care.
Yes. Dr. Nathan has a particular skill for managing the interplay of multiple chronic diseases and the ways a single condition can affect several organ systems. He has clinical depth across cardiovascular, endocrine, pulmonary, and musculoskeletal conditions.
Dr. Nathan views long-term patient relationships as the most meaningful part of his work. He treats each patient as he would a family member, with genuine care, thoroughness, and a commitment to helping them reach their health goals.
Doctor profile last updated June 9, 2026