Barbara A. DeCarlo, APRN

Certified Nurse Practitioner

4.9

652 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Family Medicine

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Education

Professional Education:: MS, Northern Illinois University School of Nursing - 2009

DNP, University of St Francis Leach College of Nursing - 2024

Certifications and Licensures

American Nurses Credentialing Center - Nurse Practitioner-Family (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

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

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

652 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

73 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

73 Reviews

February 27, 2026

5.0

Appreciate her care

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February 25, 2026

5.0

Barbara Decarlo takes her work very seriously and is very attentive to the details of her patient's need.

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February 25, 2026

5.0

She's knowledgeable and caring.

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February 23, 2026

5.0

Barb is great

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February 20, 2026

5.0

This the second time I've been seen by Ms DeCarlo. She is thorough, friendly and asks all the right questions.

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February 19, 2026

5.0

Fantastic doctor, saved my life

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February 13, 2026

5.0

She was very professional and took all the steps to make sure everyone had the answers that they needed

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January 23, 2026

5.0

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January 23, 2026

5.0

Always such knowledgeable and caring care. Always prompt for appointments.

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January 23, 2026

5.0

Barb is very caring, thorough and easy to talk to

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January 14, 2026

5.0

I killed Barbara DeCarlo very much! She is very friendly and through! She has alwa taken good care of me!

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January 09, 2026

5.0

Would and have recommended Barb to friends and family.

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December 17, 2025

5.0

She was very understanding, and helpful to my situation and health needs

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December 15, 2025

5.0

Very attentive.

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December 13, 2025

4.0

She was patient with me and explained everything clearly.

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December 08, 2025

5.0

Love Barb she always listens to everything. She is one of the best.!!

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December 04, 2025

5.0

Barb is very good. She listens - she understands - she give pragmatic advice

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November 24, 2025

5.0

Very nice and helpful. She took the time to answer questions and was very personable

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November 22, 2025

5.0

She knows her stuff awesome doctor

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November 21, 2025

5.0

Listens and wants to get yo the bottom of the problem

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November 21, 2025

5.0

She's very polite,knowledgeable and smart. Love her

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November 18, 2025

5.0

Just great!

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November 18, 2025

4.0

She was good and explaining stuff

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November 17, 2025

5.0

Barbara explains everything very clear on my health. She is the best

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November 13, 2025

5.0

I love Dr. Barb! She is kind, funny, relatable, and very helpful. Always makes me feel better whenever I see her!

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November 12, 2025

5.0

Love Barb takes her time answers all our questions. She's the best.

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November 06, 2025

5.0

Informative, thorough, takes the time to answer my questions

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November 06, 2025

5.0

Barbara is highly skilled and knowledgable about a vast array of conditions and illnesses. She is a very good listener. She asks probing questions in order to make a diagnosis. She is not judgmental. I feel that I have received good care from her.

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November 04, 2025

5.0

Barbara Decarlo was extremely thorough. She took the time and listened to me and asked questions regarding the onset and continuation of my illness.

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October 31, 2025

5.0

Very likely

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October 30, 2025

5.0

Barb is very helpful, knowledgeable and personable. She spends time with her patients and will never make you feel rushed

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October 24, 2025

5.0

Barbara is a good listener. She will work with you to solve a problem. Offers great advise. Really like her.

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October 24, 2025

5.0

Very patient. She explains things calmly

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October 21, 2025

5.0

She has helped me many times over the years, constantly making sure I get what I need.

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October 11, 2025

5.0

She is very concerned about my health and is very through by going over my reports and offers good suggestions on how to improve what I am doing. I like her very much!

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October 10, 2025

5.0

Listens to any concerns and remembers me so it makes me feel better about the care I receive

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October 08, 2025

5.0

She is very intelligent and knowledgeable about medicine. She listens to her patient and explains everything to you. She is also kind and attentive to your needs and questions.

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October 06, 2025

5.0

I haven't seen Barb Decarlo before, but my sister recommended her and her schedule was easier to get into for medication checks/ongoing care. She was exceptional. She listened to my concerns, and I felt like she really understood me and was willing to look for solutions. I will definitely see her again.

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October 01, 2025

5.0

She is great at what she does. Very professional

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September 25, 2025

5.0

She was great

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September 18, 2025

5.0

Really cares for her patients.

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September 13, 2025

5.0

Because she's good

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September 13, 2025

5.0

Barbara was personable and professional and addressed my condition quickly

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September 11, 2025

5.0

Kind willing and will answer your question

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September 01, 2025

5.0

She always listens to any concerns l might have. She is friendly and easy to talk to. I feel comfortable and at ease with her.

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August 25, 2025

5.0

Mrs. Barbara is always professional, knowledgeable, and attentive to my health changes and needs. She utilizes holistic approach to provide the best patient's experience. She spends a good amount of her time with her patient.

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August 22, 2025

5.0

Barb Decarlo is awesome. She listens to the patient's needs and concerns and tries her best to solve any problems health wise and more.

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August 18, 2025

5.0

She's knowledgeable and listens. Works with you and offers her opinion but doesn't force you into anything. She works as a partner in my healthcare

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August 15, 2025

5.0

Always upbeat and knowledgeable. She is kind and looks at my charts and concerns but doesn't overreact.

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August 13, 2025

5.0

She was wonderful

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August 09, 2025

5.0

Takes time to explain things.

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August 04, 2025

5.0

Excellent care and knowledge

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August 01, 2025

5.0

She explains things well and is good with children

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July 23, 2025

5.0

She is simply incredible!

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July 07, 2025

5.0

She addressed my concerns and investigated them thoroughly.

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July 06, 2025

5.0

Barbara has helped me

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June 30, 2025

5.0

Knows her stuff. Compassionate and empathetic.

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June 26, 2025

5.0

She pays attention to me & answers my questions thoroughly and is a great teacher to students in the office.

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June 26, 2025

5.0

Barb and her assistant have been very helpful with my issues.

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June 26, 2025

5.0

She is great

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June 23, 2025

5.0

She listen and explains the reasons.

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June 18, 2025

5.0

Again, she is amazing. Knows her stuff and doesn't rush you

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June 16, 2025

5.0

Barbara took care of my issue and advised me what to do

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June 14, 2025

5.0

Barbara is friendly, professional and very knowledgeable.

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June 12, 2025

5.0

I've had her for around 10yrs and she is always very thorough. She never rushes you out Very kind.

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June 09, 2025

5.0

She listens and cares

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June 06, 2025

5.0

Not sure how much medical training she has but she's been great for me so far.

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May 27, 2025

5.0

Felt she was very thorough.

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May 24, 2025

5.0

Barbara showed great concern for my issues and took the time to ask questions and really listen to me.

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May 15, 2025

5.0

She is very knowledgeable.

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May 12, 2025

5.0

She is excellent, knowledgeable and articulates well what the patient's needs are and the solutions to help.

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May 07, 2025

5.0

Barb listens, takes time with you and tries to find a solution.

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May 02, 2025

5.0

She is very good, knowledgeable and concise.

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