Andrzej Lewandowski of Dempster Therapeutic Services Receives Prestigious 2026 ZocDoc Patient Choice Award

Founder recognized as Chicago's best speech pathologist for 8 consecutive years

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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Dempster Therapeutic Services is proud to announce that Andrzej Lewandowski, Speech-Language Pathologist and founder, has been honored with the 2026 ZocDoc Patient Choice Award. This prestigious recognition celebrates healthcare providers who deliver exceptional patient care and consistently receive outstanding reviews from the patients they serve.

Why it matters

The ZocDoc Patient Choice Award is a highly coveted accolade that highlights Lewandowski's commitment to providing top-notch speech therapy services and his dedication to the families he serves in the Chicago area. This award further solidifies Dempster Therapeutic Services' reputation as a leading provider of speech therapy in the region.

The details

Lewandowski has built a reputation in the Chicago area for delivering high-quality, personalized speech therapy services with a focus on bilingual care. His practice serves families throughout Chicago and the surrounding suburbs, offering both in-person and online therapy sessions to accommodate diverse needs and schedules. This latest recognition adds to Dempster Therapeutic Services' impressive and growing list of accolades, including being named Chicago's best speech pathologist for 8 consecutive years.

  • Andrzej Lewandowski has been named Chicago's best speech pathologist for 8 consecutive years (2019-2026).
  • Dempster Therapeutic Services was honored with four prestigious awards recognizing excellence in their signature "Chicago Speech Therapy" services in February 2025.
  • Lewandowski has been named Chicago's best speech pathologist for five consecutive years (2020-2024).
  • Lewandowski received the WebMD Preferred Provider Award for three consecutive years and the Vitals Preferred Provider Award for two consecutive years.
  • Dempster Therapeutic Services was recognized as the Next Door Fave Award winner for the second consecutive year in 2025.

The players

Andrzej Lewandowski

Speech-Language Pathologist and founder of Dempster Therapeutic Services.

Dempster Therapeutic Services

A speech therapy clinic in Chicago that offers personalized speech therapy services with a focus on bilingual care.

ZocDoc

An online platform that allows patients to search for and book appointments with healthcare providers.

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What they’re saying

“I am deeply honored to receive this recognition from ZocDoc and, more importantly, from the families we serve. This award reflects the trust our patients place in us and the dedication of our entire team to providing compassionate, effective speech therapy services. Every child we help find their voice makes this work meaningful, and to be recognized for that commitment is truly humbling.”

— Andrzej Lewandowski, Founder of Dempster Therapeutic Services

“Patient feedback drives everything we do at Dempster Therapeutic Services. This award motivates us to continue raising the bar and ensuring that every family feels heard, supported, and empowered throughout their therapy journey.”

— Andrzej Lewandowski, Founder of Dempster Therapeutic Services

The takeaway

This award highlights Dempster Therapeutic Services' commitment to providing exceptional speech therapy services and their focus on delivering personalized, compassionate care to the families they serve in the Chicago area. The clinic's growing list of accolades and endorsements from prominent medical professionals and community leaders further solidify its reputation as a leading provider of speech therapy in the region.