Dr. Erik OrelindMD, MPH, FACP
Internal Medicine
at Northwestern Medicine Executive Health — Chicago, IL
About
Erik Orelind, MD, MPH, FACP, earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Illinois and his medical degree from Rush Medical College. He completed his residency at Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center, where he served as Chief Resident. Dr. Orelind has practiced internal medicine since 1995 and has been a board-certified internist with Northwestern Memorial Physicians Group since 1998.
He joined Northwestern Medicine Executive Health at its inception in September 2005 and serves as Associate Medical Director. In 2011, he earned a Master of Public Health degree from Northwestern University. Dr. Orelind holds a Fellowship in the American College of Physicians and serves as an assistant professor at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, where he has taught courses on the patient-physician relationship, ethics, and values in medicine.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Illinois, Bachelor of Science in Biology
Medical School
Rush Medical College
Residency
Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center
Additional Training
Master of Public Health, Northwestern University (2011)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Orelind right for?
Dr. Orelind is a strong fit for adults seeking a thorough, evidence-based annual health evaluation. Patients who value a physician with deep roots in preventive medicine and public health will appreciate his approach. His background in ethics and the patient-physician relationship suits those who want a thoughtful, collaborative doctor. Executives and professionals looking for a senior clinician with nearly three decades of experience will find him a natural match.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Orelind serves as Associate Medical Director at Northwestern Medicine Executive Health. He joined the program at its founding in September 2005 and has helped shape its clinical approach ever since.
Yes, Dr. Orelind holds board certification in internal medicine. He also holds a Fellowship in the American College of Physicians, a distinction recognizing excellence in internal medicine practice.
Dr. Orelind earned his medical degree from Rush Medical College and completed his residency at Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center, where he served as Chief Resident. He later earned a Master of Public Health degree from Northwestern University in 2011.
Dr. Orelind focuses on internal medicine and preventive medicine. His public health training adds a population-level perspective to his individual patient care.
Yes, Dr. Orelind serves as an assistant professor at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. He teaches courses on the patient-physician relationship, ethics, and values in medicine.
Dr. Orelind has practiced internal medicine since 1995, giving him nearly three decades of clinical experience. He has been affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Physicians Group as a board-certified internist since 1998.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026