Emma Raider, PA-C

Emma Raider, PA-C

Physician Assistant
2418 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL
Open now
Closes 8pm
4.92
“Everyone was friendly and accommodating. Had to get blood drawn and they gave me water beforehand. Easy to ask questions and very quick appointment. ”
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Highly recommended
97% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
97% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.92

Average wait time

4.77

Bedside manner

4.91
“Everyone was friendly and accommodating. Had to get blood drawn and they gave me water beforehand. Easy to ask questions and very quick appointment. ”
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“The staff greeted me as soon as i entered. Everyone was professional and friendly. The doctor was friendly and to the point. They answered all my questions and I didn't feel rushed. ”
Justin D.February 20, 2026

About Emma Raider

Emma Raider is a Physician Assistant currently working under the supervision of licensed practitioner Dr. Renata Gazzi-Johnson. She earned her Master's in Physician Assistant Studies from SIU School of Medicine and holds a Bachelor's degree from The University of Iowa. Emma is currently employed by Innovative Care.

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Popular visit reasons

Allergy Consultation
Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam
Annual Physical
Chicken Pox
Ear Infection
Foot Consultation
Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
Illness
Allergy Consultation
Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam
Annual Physical
Chicken Pox

Office location & hours

Innovative Primary Care - Ashland (1 of 2)
2418 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60614
Innovative Express Care (2 of 2)
2400 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60614
1 of 2

Education and background

Practice names

Board certifications

  • National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

Education and training

  • SIU School of Medicine, Master's in Physician Assistant Studies
  • The University of Iowa (Bachelor's)

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1659903359

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.92
Wait time
4.77
Bedside manner
4.91
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Great experience. Everything's very organized and clean. The doctor and staff were all very friendly. Will be going back.
Verified patient
Awesome experience! Emma answers ALL of my questions & triple checks all my concerns were addressed. 10/10
Verified patient
If you are looking for a doctor, go to Innovative. Emma Raider is the provider to go to. Excellent bedside manner.
I highly recommend this place. Everyone was very friendly. The place is near my house. Emma Raider was amazing.
Highly recommend, friendly and efficient, entire appointment took 30-40 mins, was seen immediately.
Verified patient
Highly recommend Emma Raider. Best provider in town. I finally found a provider that will listen to me.
Highly recommend Emma Raider. Her bedside manner was great! She took her time to hear my problems.
I give 5 stars to Emma Raider she took her time and answer all my question. Highly recommend her.
Found this provider very personable and really appreciated how she listened.
I have been searching for a provider and after my visit with Emma Raider. I'm going to stay.
The front desk & MA very very friendly. The provider Emma Raider had great bedside manners!
Emma was great and had many helpful tips to address my concerns.
Emma Raider answer all my questions. I highly recommend her.
Great provider! Highly recommend her she was totally great.
Dr. Emma is wonderful. Very laid back and knowledgeable.
Verified patient
Everyone was friendly and accommodating. Had to get blood drawn and they gave me water beforehand. Easy to ask questions and very quick appointment.
The staff greeted me as soon as i entered. Everyone was professional and friendly. The doctor was friendly and to the point. They answered all my questions and I didn't feel rushed.
Verified patient
Friendly, professional, and efficient
Emma Raider was so considerate, calm, and walked me through the entire appointment with care. Will be choosing to go back to her again.
Best experience at a doctor I have had in a while. Incredibly knowledgeable on current best practice. I felt very seen, heard and well cared for.
Verified patient
an overall smooth and pleasant experience
Verified patient
Quick, efficient, and to the point. But also will take the time to answer ALL your questions. Knowledgeable and made my relationship with going to the doctor into a very positive one. Lucky to have met Emma
Verified patient
I empathize with the doctors, nurses, and staff at Innovative Primary Care - they obviously have quotas they need to reach so cannot spend more than 5-10 minutes per patient. I get it; I used to work in healthcare. That said, I will likely not go back. The receptionist could not be bothered that I was there. The nurse who escorted me to the room to take my vitals used the absolute minimum number of words to convey his questions to me. The PA herself spoke about three times as fast as a typical person, and barely left me an opening to ask questions. Horror of horror, I had three questions to ask, which meant she didn't actually look in my eyes, ears, or throat, despite me telling her my throat felt weird. Then the nurse came back with my referrals, dropped them on a chair, and proceeded with a blood draw, again, with no words. No "you're going to feel a pinch." No, "I can't find a vein, let me try the other arm." I understand needing to hit numbers, but your patients are still people
Great experience, I get a little anxious about my blood being drawn and the staff was fabulous including the PA’s assistant. Talked to right thought it and had no issues.
The office was nice and small, the staff was really nice and attentive. PA-C Emma Raider has a great bed side manner. Im glad I chose this office and Emma.
Verified patient
The office is nice and the PA was wonderful. She was communicative and answered my questions. She also left comments on my blood tests results to tell me what the results indicated, which I've never had a provider do before! My experience with who I believe was a nursing assistant wasn't the best; he was curt but still efficient. I will be making using this office for primary care in the future.
Very very nice and calming people
Verified patient
Emma is a very kind, caring, and knowledgeable PA-C. She listened to my symptoms and gave me referrals. She also helped me set up future necessary appointments with her. She was non-judgemental and definitely someone I will return to.
What an amazing doctor and office. For hypochondriacs or individuals with fear of doctors visits, I cannot recommend Emma Raider highly enough. She listened to and addressed each of my concerns in a systematic, kind, and calm manner that made me feel heard and provided clear medical pathways forward. A five star doctor and office in every way.
Verified patient
Almost no wait time! Very quick and efficient visit. Doctor did not seem inclined to have a long chat but I also didn’t come in with any questions or concerns. I wish they had reached out in advance to confirm I’d be getting blood drawn and needed to fast. But I also could have called and asked. Overall great experience.
Verified patient
The provider was so nice, listened to all my concerns, including being a second opinion on a skin issue. Everyone at the office was so friendly and made me feel very comfortable. The parking is very weird and it's at a very busy intersection, but I would definitely go there again.
Verified patient
Amazing experience. I get really anxious at the doctor and Emma helped me feel so calm. She listened to my questions and had every answer I needed. Highly recommend
Verified patient
Emma is awesome! Great listener and knowledgeable. Felt cared for and a priority during the visit. Even though I did not feel well after getting my blood drawn, all staff was on deck to assist and Emma provided me with personal assistance plus ample time to recover. Happy with my experience :)
Verified patient
Dr. Raider was professional, friendly, and explained everything very clearly. I felt taken care of and would recommend her to anyone!
I am so lucky to have found Dr Raider. She is highly knowledgeable and directed me towards seeing treatment for a condition I did not know I had. The resulting diagnosis has been life changing! I can't recommend her enough.
Verified patient
I had an excellent experience with Emma Raider. From the moment I arrived, I felt heard and understood. Emma took the time to carefully listen to my concerns and provided thorough explanations about all my questions and concerns. Her knowledge of medications is impressive and she was thoughtful in suggesting a tailored approach that took my individual needs into account. I left the appointment feeling very optimistic and confident in the care I am receiving and truly appreciated the compassion and expertise Emma displayed. Highly recommend!
Verified patient
She was very thorough, and every question I had was answered. That said, she talked extremely fast, and I felt like she was just rushing through my appointment to get to the next person.
she was great! she took the time to run through everything thoroughly but also comprehensively, and made it very easy to talk to her about all health concerns as she was very non judgmental and validating. I was able to talk to her about lots of different health concerns and she made helpful suggestions. i'm glad to have her as my PCP!
Verified patient
Dr. Emma was professional, efficient (but not rushed), and kind! Likewise, the office staff and assistants were each delightful and, in my opinion, very good.
Verified patient
I waited for an hour and my appointment itself lasted less than 10 minutes. Clearly this office has some scheduling dysfunction. This was very disappointing and showed a lack of regard for patients' time. The waiting room was completely packed, so I was evidently not the only person experiencing a long wait time. For the care itself, I was seeking care from a a dermatologist and was instead booked with a PA who did not specialize in dermatology. The provider herself was good all things considered (no specialty - how would she have given me appropriate care when I booked a dermatologist appointment?). I would never return to this office given it took a huge portion of my workday simply to be seen for 10 minutes and given generic recommendations I could have found by Googling.
Very welcoming experience!
Verified patient
Dr Raider was highly knowledgeable and card about what I had to say. She set me up with specialists relating to the issues I raised and the specialists reached out to me afterwards. I feel like I have a good path forwards to address what I need to.
Verified patient
Great!
Verified patient
I was extremely pleased with my first visit with Emma. I was seen shortly after arriving and check-in was seamless. Emma listened to any concerns I had and made sure everything was explained prior to the examination. I couldn’t recommend her enough!
This office had a very positive environment. The employees were happy and seemed to enjoy their time there, while also being fast and efficient at their work. I was in and out in 30 minutes, yet I felt more informed about my visit than most doctors I've visited.
Verified patient
I don't think I've ever had a doctor actually sit with me and discuss symptoms for at least 20 minutes. She gave me several options to choose from and next steps and was very supportive of my choices.
Verified patient
I have been without a PCP since my insurance changed in January. I found Dr. Raider and I'm so glad I did. As soon as we started talking I knew I was in the right place. She's laid back, cheerful, and a great listener. I highly recommend her.
Verified patient
The wait was not long as I was the first patient. They took me right in & Emma Raider was able to set my meds in order. Highly recommend.
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Emma Raider has 2 office locations in Chicago, view full addresses on Emma Raider's profile.

Which board certifications does Emma Raider have?

Emma Raider is certified by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.

What are common reasons for patients to see Emma Raider?

Emma Raider frequently sees patients for Allergy Consultation, Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam, Annual Physical, Foot Consultation, and Illness. You can see other visit reasons for Emma Raider on their profile.

What languages does Emma Raider speak?

Emma Raider speaks English.

How do patients rate Emma Raider in reviews?

208 patients have reviewed Emma Raider. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.92/5. They have a 4.91/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.77/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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