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Richard Saul Obituary
Richard Saul pioneered the field of behavioral medicine, and later rose to worldwide acclaim with his controversial 2014 book "ADHD Does Not Exist: The Truth About Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder." He was featured on CNBC, Fox News, The Doctors and Good Morning Britain.
Dr. Saul was not only world renowned for his pioneering work, he was beloved as a pediatrician by generations of families in the North Shore for his wit, extraordinary bedside manner and brilliance.
Dr. Saul began his career in 1964 as a pediatrician in the U.S. Army with the rank of Captain, and was soon assigned to be a consultant to the Surgeon General of the Army. After being honorably discharged he was appointed Chief Resident at Children's Memorial Hospital in Chicago. Dr. Saul became a partner in Associated Pediatrics, the renowned North Shore pediatric practice, and Chairman of the Department of Pediatrics at Highland Park Hospital from 1979-1982. He was also Chairman of the Illinois Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Dr. Saul was a professor of Pediatrics at Northwestern University and Chicago Medical School.
Dr. Saul is survived by his wife of 53 years, Yolanda Saul, his two children Eric and Jason (third son Brad, deceased 2015), and 8 grandchildren, Zachary, Alexa, Gabrielle, Griffen, Brennan, Jonah, Max and Isadore.
Family services were held at Zion Garden Cemetery.
Donations can be made in Dr. Saul's honor to Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University.
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Margaret
June 24, 2024
I didn't know Dr Saul & I know it's 5 years since he passed away, but I came across his book on ADHD recently & I have nothing but admiration & huge respect for him. His honesty, compassion, caring all come through.
Bless you doctor....rest in peace
Margaret (UK born, live in Australia)
LESLIE MELNICK
October 21, 2021
Just got the News of Dr Saul's passing.
I'm so sorry.
Brandon weitzman
August 25, 2020
question if anyone sees this message I also new Bonnie as well if anyone knows where bonnie is working would you please let me know thanks sooooo much Bonnie was dr. sauls nurse
my cell phone number is 1-847- 951-4253 I would kindly appreciate it
Brandon weitzman
August 25, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Steve H
February 22, 2020
Dr. SAUL treated me for over a decade. Very sorry to hear he is no longer with us. He was a kind man, and helped me greatly.
Alicia Collins
November 16, 2019
Dr Saul was a life savior to my daughter! In 1998 my daughter was his patient in his pediatrics practice. He recommended her to come into his developmental disorder practice based on her bed wetting and unable to focus issues.. to this day I considered him a miracle worker! He did brain mapping and everything you can imagine.. he put her on meds for 5 months.. knowing she would overcome her issues.. in 3 days she never wet the bed again! She also became a honor roll student! Finding out he has passed away is heartbreaking. I hope he mentored others in his teachings!
Kim Goldsmith
September 12, 2019
Dr. Saul was my doctor until I was in college. I am so sad to hear the news of his death. Going to the doctor was always a positive experience for me as a child, and I have many memories from his office. Deepest sympathies to his family.
Stacy French (Uhr)
September 9, 2019
I'm so sorry for your loss my condolences to the family. I was a pediatric patient of Dr Saul's til the age of 18. He was a wonderful Dr and man. He is going to be missed.
James Tobin
August 20, 2019
We want to express our condolences for your loss. Dr. Saul's care, treatment and intervention changed our son's life. We will always remember and cherish Dr. Saul's treatment which positively affected our son and changed our lives.
August 20, 2019
We want to express our sympathy to you. Dr, Saul treated our son. His care and treatment changed our son's life.. We will always remember and cherish Dr. Saul's positive effect on our and our son's lives.
Susan and Jim Tobin
August 19, 2019
Yolanda,
Expressing sympathy for your loss.
Wishing you strength, health, and the support of your family and friends at this sad time.
Most sincerely,
Barbara Sarasin
August 19, 2019
Yolanda,
Extending sympathy on Dick's death.
Wishing you health, strength, and the support of your family and friends at
this very sad time.
Most sincerely, Barbara Sarasin
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