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Dr. Emily Shen, MD

Dr. Emily Shen, MD

Family Medicine*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Emily Shen, MD is a family medicine physician in Crystal Lake, IL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from BEIJING MEDICAL UNIVERSITY in 1986. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital and Advocate Sherman Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 49 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (49 reviews)

Mercyhealth Hospital and Physician Clinic–Crystal Lake

875 S State Route 31 Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Telehealth available
(815) 356-7494

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Shen specializes in the area of Family Practice. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Shen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shen

4.5

49 ratings, 37 with a written review
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Apr 04, 2025
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Feb 19, 2025
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Feb 12, 2025
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Jan 27, 2025
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Nov 23, 2024
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Oct 31, 2024
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Oct 23, 2024
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Sep 27, 2024
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Sep 17, 2024
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About Me

biography

As a board certified family medicine doctor, I diagnose and treat a full range of health concerns for everyone from infants to senior citizens. I focus on your physical, mental and emotional well-being for all stages of life.

  • Family Medicine

  • Adult Medicine (Nurse Practitioner)

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  • Beijing Medical University

    Medical School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
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Family Practice
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Locations

Mercyhealth Hospital and Physician Clinic–Crystal Lake

Mercyhealth Hospital and Physician Clinic–Crystal Lake875 S State Route 31 Crystal Lake, IL 60014
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mercy Harvard Hospital

    901 Grant St
    Harvard, IL 60033

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    87%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital

    4201 W Medical Center Dr
    McHenry, IL 60050
    Recipient of 33
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Advocate Sherman Hospital

    1425 N Randall Rd
    Elgin, IL 60123
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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