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Vinita Mathew, MD

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1851 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

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Practice Focus Areas

This medical professional has a particular interest or expertise in:

Athlete - Older Adult
Back/Neck/Spine
Degenerative Disc Disease
Herniated Disc
Hip Disorders
Interventional Pain Management
Joint Injections
Musculoskeletal Medicine

Reasons to Schedule a Visit

This medical professional may be a good choice for you if you are looking for care for any of the following:

Arthritis
General pain
Pain

Ribs
Suspected or known fracture or broken bone(s)

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Education

Medical Education:: MD, University of Otago School of Medicine - 2002
Internship:: SSM St Mary's Hospital-St Louis - 2005
Residency:: Washington University/B-JH/SLCH Consortium - 2008

Languages Spoken

Hindi
Malayalam

Board Certifications

American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

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

Northwestern Medicine Surgery Center

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

1851 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

February 27, 2026

5.0

She has a pleasant, friendly way of working with her patients from the start. My second appointment with her was for a completely different reason and yet she inquired as to how I was doing with the initial problem for which I was seen, before explaining how we would proceed with the testing of the day.

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February 18, 2026

5.0

Dr Mathew listens carefully before offering her opinion and/or diagnosis. She makes the patient comfortable in discussing medical issues.

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February 17, 2026

5.0

Attentive care by admission state for appointment and follow up to start after care.

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February 14, 2026

5.0

The reason for my score is that Dr Mathew seems very concerned about my health every time I visit.

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February 13, 2026

5.0

Very knowledgeable

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February 13, 2026

5.0

Dr. Mathew is the best. Always thorough, explains everything.

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February 12, 2026

5.0

As I answered the previous question she is all that!

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February 11, 2026

5.0

She's good for me

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February 10, 2026

5.0

She listens and is very attentive

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February 09, 2026

5.0

She's caring and communicates well

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February 07, 2026

5.0

I have great confidence in her knowledge, thoroughness and patience She makes a great effort to help you understand the process and what is happening

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February 06, 2026

5.0

Nice and helpful

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February 05, 2026

5.0

Fantastic doctor. Dr Vinita Mathew is amazing. She's very knowledgeable, caring, professional and empathetic. Her accurate diagnosis is right on target for effective treatment. I highly recommend!

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February 05, 2026

5.0

This was my first time meeting with Dr Mathew and she was very kind, patient, and guided me m through every step of my testing. I appreciated her and her talents.

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February 03, 2026

5.0

Explains all b4 doing * makes U the person to decide on. Nx step fwd. Explains all very well

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February 03, 2026

5.0

I have given her name to a friend who made her own decision on whom to see.

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February 02, 2026

5.0

Reassurance

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February 02, 2026

5.0

Dr. Mathew was friendly and professional, taking time to talk and explain my diagnosis and next steps for treatment.

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January 27, 2026

5.0

Dr. Mathew listens to my concerns and makes sensible recommendations on how to move forward.

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January 26, 2026

5.0

Dr Mathew explained the entire test procedure very thoroughly and answered all my questions

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January 26, 2026

5.0

She's a good doctor and listen to your problems.

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January 26, 2026

5.0

Dr. Mathew takes the time to understan my condition and offers the proper diagnosis and treatment options

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January 24, 2026

5.0

First-rate physician. Went to heart of matter and recommended injection into right hip for arthritis. Hip is now much better. I'm looking to avoid surgery and hoping we have solution

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January 23, 2026

5.0

I trust Dr Mathew.

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January 23, 2026

5.0

Thorough and analysis was good

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January 23, 2026

5.0

She listens and provides understandable answers to questions. She is great at explaining what is going on in your body. She uses uses in office x-rays to investigate issues then shows and explains what the x-rays reveal. Very compassionate.

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January 21, 2026

5.0

Very knowledgeable and competent. Easy to talk to and learn about medical issues.

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January 19, 2026

5.0

Dr. Mathew is very knowledgeable, compassionate, gentle, empathetic and polite. She's very accurate and his exams are comprehensive.

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January 16, 2026

5.0

Patiently asked questions about my systems and explained my options for care.

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January 16, 2026

5.0

she explained everything as she was doing it and checked in on me

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January 15, 2026

5.0

Dr. Matthew's listens to my concerns and provides options for my treatment.

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January 13, 2026

5.0

She listen to me and she gives me my time to express my pain.

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January 12, 2026

5.0

She clarified some things a put my hip that I was not aware of

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January 11, 2026

5.0

Dr. Mathew was very easy to talk with. She also allowed my daughter to ask a question to help me better understand what has happened to me, and exactly how, when I need to take medications to ease my pain and to restore good health. I like her easy manner, and she listened to me. She explained the nature of my injury, and the necessary healing time. Dr. Mathew asked questions, and she looked at me and listened to me closely when I was answering. Thank gave me confidence in Dr. Mathew. Her suggestions have helped, and I'm looking forward to the follow-up visit.

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January 08, 2026

5.0

Very nice and caring

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January 07, 2026

5.0

Besides knowing her subject, she seems to care about the patient.

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January 06, 2026

5.0

dr mathew took the time to answer my questions and clarify things for me

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January 02, 2026

4.0

Dr. Mathew is great!

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December 29, 2025

5.0

Dr Mathew knew exactly what I needed to relive my pain

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December 29, 2025

5.0

Dr. Mathew listens to me and symptoms that my body is experiencing. She explains why it is possibly happening & what we should do about it.

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December 26, 2025

5.0

Very nice and professional

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December 20, 2025

5.0

Easy access and helpful in suggesting next steps

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December 17, 2025

5.0

Very nice Dr. she made me feel very comfortable about my treatment and was very courteous and friendly

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December 16, 2025

5.0

Very pleasant. Explained well.

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December 15, 2025

5.0

Dr. Mathew informs me as to what my procedure is going to be & the results I should expect.

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December 14, 2025

5.0

I have already told other friends of my excellent experience with Dr. Mathew and her attentiveness during the appointment. She was able to offer immediate remedies and make suggestions for future treatment.

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December 12, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable, explains well and very friendly

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December 09, 2025

5.0

She always listens to my concerns

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December 08, 2025

5.0

Dr Matthew listens, discusses & recommends. She is a very thorough doctor...and has helped me several times. Thought highly enough of her to recommend to my husband..,and he agrees!

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December 05, 2025

5.0

I love my doctor she's very professional.

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December 02, 2025

5.0

Thorough. Clear. Reassuring. Great listener.

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December 01, 2025

5.0

She is finding ways to help me with my pain and is very good .

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November 28, 2025

5.0

She listens well

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November 19, 2025

5.0

Competency

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November 19, 2025

5.0

The doctor's medical services were excellent.

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November 19, 2025

5.0

She took so much time with me, asking countless questions, and when she determined a diagnosis, she fully explained why her diagnosis was accurate and how to move forward with treatment.

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November 18, 2025

5.0

Dr. Mathew listens to me & asks questions about my discomfort. We talk about how different it is at different hours of the day & what may cause it.

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November 17, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable, good bedside manner, on time, clear and concise medical explanations!

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November 11, 2025

5.0

A great doctor

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November 04, 2025

5.0

She's a very good and professional person.

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November 03, 2025

5.0

She took the time to explain my options for treatment

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October 31, 2025

5.0

Dr Vinita made an uncomfortable EMG procedure as general as she could.

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October 30, 2025

5.0

Listens well and very attentive.

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October 29, 2025

5.0

Very nice

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October 25, 2025

5.0

She was very professional and I have seen much improvement.

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October 24, 2025

5.0

Listens, communicates well about options and procedures

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October 20, 2025

5.0

Dr. Mathew is very patient, caring and sympathetic about my condition.

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October 19, 2025

5.0

Dr Mathew and staff have helped me so much

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October 17, 2025

5.0

She is smart and knows what she is doing. Professional, caring and let's you know what is going on.

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October 14, 2025

5.0

She seems to stay on topic and has good suggestions. And she cares about her patient.

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October 13, 2025

5.0

Dr. Mathew is very knowledgeable and professional and takes the time to explain everything and answer questions.

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October 09, 2025

5.0

Competence

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October 07, 2025

5.0

very very thorough and detail oriented ... loved her the first visit!

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October 06, 2025

5.0

Care

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October 06, 2025

5.0

She was knowledgeable and knew what she was doing. Shewas excellent at keeping me informed aas to what was coming next.

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October 05, 2025

5.0

Very understanding

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October 04, 2025

5.0

She actually heard and listened to me. Doesn't happen enough in western medicine.

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October 04, 2025

5.0

Because of her patience

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October 03, 2025

5.0

She is easy to talk with, gives good information that is u derstandabke!

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October 03, 2025

5.0

I think she has a caring heart and incredible medical knowledge.

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September 30, 2025

5.0

Very thorough

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September 30, 2025

5.0

Great doctor, great manners, very knowledgeable, caring and kind. I'm impressed!

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September 29, 2025

5.0

She is very caring as well as skilled.

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September 29, 2025

5.0

She's one of the most compassionate doctors I've ever known

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September 22, 2025

5.0

I love Vinita! She is so patient, kind, and helpful. She has always helped me manage the pain in my legs, hips and back!

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September 17, 2025

5.0

She actually takes the time to explain my issue and the way to get to the solution.

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September 15, 2025

5.0

She listened and truly understood my pain.

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September 14, 2025

5.0

I like her but how do you get an appointment

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September 13, 2025

5.0

She takes the time to listen to your problems

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September 09, 2025

5.0

Listens cares, offers alternative possibilities

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September 09, 2025

5.0

Dr. Mathew attentive and thorough in her care.

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September 03, 2025

5.0

Dr. Mathew is professional and empathetic, with great bedside manners. She's skilled and active listener, and communicates clearly using understandable language. Very respectful, kind and knowledgeable orthopedic specialist.

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September 02, 2025

5.0

Dr Mathew so good at her job. Knows exact questions to ask and to her time with my questions.

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September 01, 2025

5.0

so thorough in explanation of procedure and such a gentle touch. She is wonderful and caring.

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August 28, 2025

5.0

She is an excellent doctor

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August 25, 2025

5.0

Great customer service, attentive, and thorough

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August 22, 2025

5.0

The doctor was very professional and kind, always explaining everything to me and clearing up any doubts I had. Thank you very much.

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August 22, 2025

5.0

She cares about her patients offers options and explains MRI findings with you showing not just telling you what is going on

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August 22, 2025

5.0

Her knowledgeable care. Explains everything thoroughly.

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August 19, 2025

5.0

Dr. Mathew explains what is happening with my spine & what my options for treatment are.

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Disclosures

Vinita Mathew, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

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