David W. Flatt, DC

David W. Flatt, DC

Chiropractor

4.9 
671 ratings  Read Reviews
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Chiropractic Medicine

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Professional Education:
DC, Logan University College of Chiropractic - 1991

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Medical Group:
Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group
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Northwestern Medicine Physician Network

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4.9
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100 Most Recent Reviews

August 31, 2022

5.0

Dr. Flatt is very compassionate, and really wants to help his patients reduce their pain.

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August 31, 2022

5.0

I like his personality He has given me at home exercises to do He has explained things to me so I understand why he is doing certain procedures

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August 31, 2022

5.0

Kind, smart and personable doctor. Got right to a treatment plan that I am confident in.

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August 30, 2022

5.0

He is very skilled and compassionate.

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August 29, 2022

5.0

For his professionalism and dedication and for taking good care of his patients.

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August 29, 2022

5.0

His treatments are much more comfortable than previous chiropractors I have visited in the past

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August 28, 2022

5.0

Dr Flatt is the best.

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August 26, 2022

5.0

Informative, listens, attentive,

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August 24, 2022

5.0

Dr and his staff are great they listen and focus on the problem for that day

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August 23, 2022

5.0

He always makes me feel better and has a great personality.

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August 23, 2022

5.0

I liked him and he is related to Lester Flatt????

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August 22, 2022

5.0

He is very competent.

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August 17, 2022

5.0

Dr Flatt is so kind. He explains everything. Very compassionate doctor.

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August 17, 2022

5.0

Competent and caring

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August 17, 2022

5.0

Dr. Flatt was amazing! He was very thorough and understanding of my concerns.

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August 12, 2022

5.0

I like how he provides care but also helps me find ways to improve my care at home

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August 11, 2022

5.0

Dr. Flatt is friendly and truly cares that his patients improve.

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August 10, 2022

5.0

Dr. Flatt is the 1st doctor that has actually paid attention to my problem and actually tried to fix it, help, didn't brush me off, and is actually doing something for/about it.

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August 09, 2022

5.0

Dr. Flatt has helped me reduce my neck and back pain and live a better life!

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August 07, 2022

5.0

Dr. Flatt is amazing. His care is great and he has a very friendly demeanor.

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August 05, 2022

5.0

I think he's knowledgeable ,thorough. patient and helpful

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August 05, 2022

5.0

Great personable doc

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August 05, 2022

5.0

Attentive, knowledgeable, kind. Provided immediate relief for pain with an adjustment and therapies and gave exercises to perform to help regain muscle and joint mobility.

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August 04, 2022

5.0

He listens to concerns and pain levels and adjusts his treatment so not to cause more pain.

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August 04, 2022

5.0

Dr Flatt relieved me of my pain that I've had for months, this is the first time during those few months I have felt relief.

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August 04, 2022

5.0

He’s very good, caring and connected with his patients

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August 04, 2022

5.0

Dr Flatt is very professional, and accommodating. I am very grateful with all my visits with him.

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August 03, 2022

5.0

Dr. Flatt is the best of the best. A wonderful, caring, professional doctor.

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August 03, 2022

5.0

He listens patiently, answers my questions and I believe he is going to solve my medical issues.

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August 03, 2022

5.0

Dr. Flatt is an excellent chiropractor.

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August 02, 2022

5.0

He listens

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July 31, 2022

5.0

Communicates well.

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July 31, 2022

5.0

He is very accommodating. He explains the procedure and very thorough.

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July 28, 2022

5.0

Dr Flatt was very kind and knowledgeable. I feel better tonight already.

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July 27, 2022

5.0

Care and friendly Dr, taking a very good care of me!

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July 25, 2022

5.0

Knowledge in his field. Helps me with my discomfort

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July 23, 2022

5.0

He’s very good doctor He’s doing right treatment for patient

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July 22, 2022

5.0

Very efficient and professional was thorough

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July 22, 2022

5.0

Seemed very understanding about my daughters condition.

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July 21, 2022

5.0

Dr. Flatt is a great caring professional doctor.

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July 19, 2022

5.0

Yesterday was my first visit. It went well

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July 19, 2022

5.0

Amazing doctor! Professional, kind and compassionate. Took the time to explain why my pain may exist and what his plan is to help me

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July 19, 2022

5.0

I like his approach

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July 18, 2022

5.0

Very personable and seems to truly care about his patients.

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July 15, 2022

5.0

Understood my issue, explained the problem, led me on the right course of treatment.

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July 13, 2022

5.0

Dr Flatt made progress with me in just one session. He was personable and listened to me and was spot on with my issues that I need help with. I can’t wait for my treatment to start

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July 13, 2022

5.0

Broad knowledge & toolbox of healing techniques. Gentle approach both physically and emotionally.

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July 13, 2022

5.0

Dr Flatt is fantastic. He has helped with all ailments. He knows what to do.

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July 13, 2022

5.0

He is wonderful make you feel so comfortable

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July 12, 2022

5.0

He helps me with my pain and is easy to talk to.

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July 12, 2022

5.0

He is very professional, caring, friendly. After trying many treatments for years with different doctors, finally I started to feel a lot better since he started treating me. Thank you Dr. Flatt.

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July 11, 2022

5.0

Very competent doctor and staff

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July 11, 2022

5.0

He is fantastic

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July 06, 2022

5.0

Very caring and thorough in his exam. Very communicative on what treatment he is going to perform, and always makes the patient feel comfortable with his friendly personality.

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July 06, 2022

5.0

He is thorough in his examination and careful when administering contact. He shows compassion and takes time to answer all questions/concerns.

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July 06, 2022

5.0

Dr. Flatt is outstanding. He is extremely kind, helpful and I believe he will help me be pain free.

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July 06, 2022

5.0

Very informative and caring about his patients

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July 05, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgable!

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July 04, 2022

5.0

Good care.

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June 29, 2022

5.0

He understood my situation, and gave me great care.

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June 29, 2022

5.0

He and his staff were direct, knowledgeable, and understanding.

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June 28, 2022

5.0

He has a different approach to helping with my back pain. He listens to my concerns and explains what he will do to reduce my pain.

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June 28, 2022

5.0

Dr. Flatt was incredibly professional and knowledgeable. I am honored to be a patient of his going forward. He not only explained everything thoroughly, but provided me with resources and accessibility to achieve my chiropractic goals.

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June 28, 2022

5.0

I like the way that he handle pain management...he likes you to do the work (not needing to come back to see him again and again

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June 27, 2022

5.0

Dr. Flatt seems very nice and knowledgeable and professional and personable.

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June 24, 2022

5.0

He’s very good doctor

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June 24, 2022

5.0

Dr. Flatt is very knowledgeable and explained everything well.

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June 24, 2022

5.0

He is professional, caring and listens to my issues to formulate and carry out a care plan. He is exceptional at his specialty and how to best help his patient.

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June 24, 2022

5.0

Dr Flatt is the best

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June 24, 2022

5.0

Dr. Flatt is one of the best doctors I’ve ever had. Very caring and wanting to get to the root of the problem.

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June 22, 2022

5.0

He is very welcoming. He made me feel comfortable as a new patient. He listens attentively to my concerns

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June 22, 2022

5.0

Too many reasons to list here but top 5 reasons are his care, demeanor, professionalism, compassion, and sense of humor.

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June 22, 2022

5.0

He was able to help my arm condition. He knows what to do and always listens to the patient's concern.

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June 20, 2022

5.0

Professional, knowledgeable about many modes of treatment, personable. Lessens the pain with his humor

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June 20, 2022

5.0

Very nice and knowledgeable specialist

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June 18, 2022

5.0

He is knowledgeable about many modes of treatment.

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June 18, 2022

5.0

seems to know his stuff

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June 18, 2022

5.0

He is kind, patient, informative and made me feel comfortable.

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June 14, 2022

5.0

Dr. Flatt is very dedicated, professional, friendly and he cares about his patients.

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June 14, 2022

5.0

Dr Flatt was incredible - so knowledgeable, friendly, and professional. He explained what was going on with my back issue with photos. Since I’m a visual learner, that was effective. I’d highly recommend Dr Flatt and team.

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June 13, 2022

5.0

He was great and very nice Dr

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June 09, 2022

5.0

Super kind, and gave lots of information.

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June 07, 2022

5.0

Dr. Flatt is very professional, caring, dedicated and friendly.

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June 06, 2022

5.0

Dr Flatt goes above and beyond to give the best care. He explains everything. He is pleasant to be around.

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June 03, 2022

5.0

He is amazing at what he does. He actually understands when you speak with him and makes you feel comfortable.

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June 02, 2022

5.0

Knows his “stuff”…

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June 01, 2022

5.0

Professional, reliable, knowledgeable, abreast of latest techniques.

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June 01, 2022

5.0

Dr Flatt is always very thorough and cares for the whole patient.

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May 28, 2022

5.0

Dr. Flatt is a skillful professional and clearly cares about my well being. He is a great listener and always uses his training to help me feel better.

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May 27, 2022

5.0

He is kind, compassionate, caring and very helpful. He helped me while my back has been messed up. He is the real deal.

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May 26, 2022

5.0

He listens and is helping my pain

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May 26, 2022

5.0

He is really helping me

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May 23, 2022

5.0

He is very attentive, dedicated and professional doctor.

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May 20, 2022

5.0

Dr. Flatt is very professional, knowledgeable and kind.

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May 20, 2022

5.0

Efficient, knowledgeable, great bedside manner!

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May 18, 2022

5.0

Dr Flatt and his assistants are beyond incredible. Caring, great bedside manner, professional and friendly.

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May 17, 2022

5.0

Listens. Takes his time. Encouraging.

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May 16, 2022

5.0

He’s great!

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May 16, 2022

4.0

The staff are friendly and knowledgeable but it's clear everyone is on a strict time schedule which doesn't allow much room for personalization of treatment.

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May 13, 2022

5.0

Great bed side manner and good care.

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David W. Flatt, DC reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.

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