Jerome L. Kolavo, MD

Jerome L. Kolavo, MD

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Spine Surgery

Secondary Specialty

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine - 1983
Internship:
University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago - 1984
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 1985
Residency:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 1989
Fellowships:
Rush University Medical Center - 1990

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Clinical Assistant Professor, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group
Alignment Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:
Central DuPage Hospital
Delnor Hospital
Northwestern Medicine Surgery Center

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4.9
4.9 

607 Ratings

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April 23, 2024

5.0

I have recently told people that he is a great doctor and will give them the best of care.

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April 23, 2024

5.0

Explaining all that I needed to know . And not at all in a rush. He listens and answers all the questions I have.

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April 21, 2024

5.0

Thorough and knowledgeable WTH years of experience.

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April 05, 2024

5.0

Excellent care up to surgery and the surgery went well. Aftercare excellent as well as his hospital staff and office nurse. Considerate and caring.

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March 20, 2024

5.0

I gave the score of 10, because not only is he amazing. He listens to his patients, and he really cares.

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March 19, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kolavo seems pretty good

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March 07, 2024

5.0

He's a excellent doctor I like the way he splint things to you

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March 02, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kolavo was great. Spent plenty of time with me and personally went over x-rays and CT scan to ensure I understood what the issue was and helped formulate a plan to correct the issue.

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February 27, 2024

3.0

No problem or complaints about Dr. Kolavo. He ordered a MRI and another back X-ray I am 75 years old and apparently have problems with my spine I never knew about. He also gave me a referral to an orthopedic knee surgeon. I had already been seen by an orthopedic surgeon and given an option for arthroscopic knee surgery which I turned down. This was the reason I came to NW. Dr Kolavo acknowledged he didn't know about knees.

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February 27, 2024

5.0

He is a very professional doctor .

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February 09, 2024

5.0

Dr kolavo is personable, thorough and explained everything

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February 09, 2024

5.0

Fully explained my situation. Gave me options for treatment. Answered all my questions.

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January 30, 2024

5.0

Took time to explain films and listened and provided a plan.

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January 09, 2024

5.0

Kind knowledgeable efficient and patient. Takes time to explain things. He listens to your symptoms in order to figure out what the problem or problems are

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January 09, 2024

5.0

Its existence is noticeable in its field or

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January 09, 2024

5.0

Listening to my concerns very knowledgeable and talking time to explain what needs to be done

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January 02, 2024

5.0

Ace !

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December 19, 2023

5.0

Excellent, caring care. Always listens and gives me good advice.

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December 17, 2023

5.0

Dr Kolavo is patient and takes the time to explain everything.

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December 16, 2023

5.0

He is so thorough

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December 07, 2023

5.0

He is thoughtful and listens to his patients

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December 05, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable and personable dr. Explained things thoroughly.

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November 30, 2023

5.0

Jerry has decades of experience, he listens and answers all my questions, he's pragmatic, caring and thorough. I have full confidence in his direction

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November 21, 2023

5.0

He is a good listener, cautious, and thorough with your care.

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November 17, 2023

5.0

Very thorough doctor. Very professional.

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November 10, 2023

5.0

Took time with me and not rushed

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November 09, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable frank

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November 03, 2023

5.0

He is a very good Dr he was very kind and listened very intensely at what I was telling him and he understood.

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October 27, 2023

5.0

Took time to explain issues and treatment options. Liked his personal approach and candidness.

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October 27, 2023

5.0

The doctor addressed all my concerns, unlike other organizations he did not have one foot out of the door as soon as he entered. Feeling heard and not rushed means a lot!

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October 26, 2023

5.0

The doctor and staff care and communication with the patient.

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October 24, 2023

5.0

Spends time with you and explains everything that needs to be done in ways that you will understand

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October 17, 2023

5.0

He is the best.

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October 13, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable

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October 10, 2023

5.0

Straight shooter, upfront about care and expectations.

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October 07, 2023

5.0

Everything about my experience was excellent. Thank you.

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September 23, 2023

5.0

Dr. Kolavo knows his specialty and listens to his patients- his surgery on me was a complete success.

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September 21, 2023

5.0

He is the best.

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September 21, 2023

5.0

He performed surgery on my lower back and the results was fantastic I feel better than ever

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September 20, 2023

5.0

Excellent

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September 14, 2023

5.0

He clearly explained my medical condition.

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Faculty member had an ownership or investment interest in the following companies

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