Carmelita Colbert, MD

Rheumatology

4.9
251 Ratings
Practices In: Westmont
Patients Seen: Adults

My goal is to pro­vide qual­i­ty, com­pre­hen­sive care to patients with com­plex rheumat­ic diseases.

Board Certifications
Rheumatology
Languages
English
Awards & Accolades
Chicago Magazine, Top Doctors 2022
Clinical Interests

Gen­er­al rheuma­tol­ogy includ­ing but not lim­it­ed to Anky­los­ing spondyli­tis, Crys­tal-induced arthri­tis, Inflam­ma­to­ry myosi­tis, Pso­ri­at­ic arthri­tis, Sys­tem­at­ic lupus ery­the­mato­sus, Sjogren’s syndrome

Personal Interests

Spend­ing time with fam­i­ly and friends

Memberships
American College of Rheumatology
Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital
3815 Highland Avenue Downers Grove, Illinois 60515 630-275-2700 Get Directions
Edward Hospital
801 S. Washington St. Naperville, Illinois 60540 630-527-3000 Get Directions
Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital
25 North Winfield Road Winfield, Illinois 60190 630-933-1600 Get Directions
School
University of Louisville Graduation Date: 2004 Degree: MD
Residency
University of Illinois at Chicago, Christ Hospital Resident in Internal Medicine
Fellowships
Northwestern University Rheumatology

Conditions

Ankylosing Spondylitis, Dermatomyositis, Gout, Lupus, Osteoporosis, Polymyositis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Sjogren’s Syndrome, Vasculitis

Ratings


Ratings Category

The Patient Satisfaction Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our independent rating system, the Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Learn more about our patient satisfaction survey.

Patient Satisfaction Rating

4.9
251 Ratings

Likelihood of recommending this provider

4.9
249 Ratings

Provider included you in decisions

4.9
249 Ratings

Provider showed concern

4.9
249 Ratings

Provider explained things clearly

4.9
250 Ratings

Provider discussed treatment options

4.9
249 Ratings

Comments


Comments are collected in our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Surveys. Patients are de-identified to protect confidentiality and patient privacy. Learn more about our patient satisfaction survey.
"Dr. Colbert is very kind and listened to my health concerns."
4
May. 27, 2024
"Great experience w/care providers."
5
May. 24, 2024
"Dr. Colbert is an outstanding Dr. She is kind, loving, very concerned about your well-being, very knowledgeable and gives extremely good advice. I am so happy she is my rheumatologist."
5
May. 16, 2024
"This is the best visit I have ever had. The MD made me feel like I was her only patient of the day. She went over everything and I walked out of there so happy unlike other physicians that I cry due to them having no compassion. My visit was great from beginning to end"
5
May. 15, 2024
"Dr. Colbert is the best!"
5
May. 15, 2024
"I love that Dr Colbert listens & actually cares about what I think/want. She is a safe space! She is amazing."
5
May. 15, 2024
"Dr. Colbert is an nice person who happens to be a very skilled rheumatologist. She considers the whole person when she walks in the room."
5
May. 7, 2024
"I always feel "well taken care of" when I visit Dr. Colbert. She is so down to earth and easy to talk to. I feel so confident in her. "
5
May. 4, 2024
"Dr Colbert takes a genuine interest in my whole health."
5
May. 4, 2024
"I have complete trust in Dr Colbert. She listens to my concerns and includes me in my health care decisions."
5
Apr. 30, 2024
"Yes, will recommend she is very informative, caring understanding"
5
Apr. 13, 2024
"I love Dr. Colbert!"
5
Apr. 7, 2024
"Dr Colbert takes the time to explain your condition instead of just prescribing medicine"
5
Apr. 2, 2024
"The doctor is attentive. Although I have a follow up appointment with her in a month but I would still like to hear from my doctor about my test results that was being done. I have not heard from her since my consultation"
3.8
Apr. 2, 2024
"Dr. Colbert is very attentive, she listened to all my symptoms, answered all my questions and was overall great!!!"
5
Apr. 2, 2024
"Dr Colbert is an incredibly knowledgeable doctor. She is the reason that I still use DULY for my healthcare."
5
Apr. 2, 2024
"Dr. Colbert is excellent!"
5
Mar. 25, 2024
"Very much appreciate the time and care Dr. Colbert puts into her appointments. I feel she takes the time to listen and addresses all of my questions and concerns."
5
Mar. 25, 2024
"Dr Colbert listens, never rushes the appt and helps coordinate my care for my other symptoms with other doctors."
5
Mar. 1, 2024
"Dr. Colbert is the BEST. In addition to being extremely knowledgeable, her interpersonal skills are exceptional. She listens carefully, explains & answers questions in an easy to understand manner. She's genuine, sincere, & sympathetic to the pain you are dealing with. Appointment was similar to being with a friend with extensive medical knowledge. Wish ALL specialists were like Dr. Colbert."
5
Feb. 26, 2024
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