Zulma C. Cardona Matos, MD

4.9

360 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Endocrinology

Is your insurance accepted? Select plan

Schedule Appointment

Practice Focus Areas

This medical professional has a particular interest or expertise in:

Adrenal Disorders
Diabetes
Obesity
Osteoporosis
Pituitary Disorders
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Thyroid Disease
Weight Management

Education

Medical Education:: MD, San Juan Bautista School of Medicine - 2018
Residency:: University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago - 2021
Fellowships:: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2023

Languages Spoken

Spanish

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified)
American Board of Internal Medicine/Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism - Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Assistant Professor, Feinberg School of Medicine

View Faculty Profile

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:: Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:: Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:: Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

At Northwestern Medicine, our patient’s feedback is important to us. While different care providers have their own unique strengths, we strive to be as transparent as possible with our quality of care.

Read Ratings FAQs

Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

360 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

73 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

73 Reviews

February 21, 2026

5.0

Very caring

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

February 21, 2026

5.0

Efficient, Professional yet personable, Knowledgeable/expertise in her field

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

February 18, 2026

5.0

Very clear and caring

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

February 17, 2026

4.0

Personable.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

February 12, 2026

5.0

Dr. Cardona is outstanding. She's extremely knowledgeable, thorough, very easy to talk with. Expresses a genuine sense of caring for me as a patient. I have total confidence in her decisions regarding my diabetes treatment and future plans. Always feel well taken care of.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

February 09, 2026

5.0

She made me comfortable and knows her subject that made me trust her to be my doctor

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

January 27, 2026

5.0

Expertise, efficiency, courtesy. State of the art care!

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

January 21, 2026

5.0

Dr Cardona is kind and passionate about her patients. I never feel rush with her. She's amazing

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

January 15, 2026

5.0

Dr. Cardona is very knowledgeable answered all my questions, she was very thorough. Bedside manner was great, she took her time to explain my care plan and I didn't feel rushed.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

January 13, 2026

5.0

Knowledge and makes you feel comfortable

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

January 13, 2026

5.0

Because the way she treats me she is probably treating everyone else the same way. See prior paragraph.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

January 13, 2026

5.0

She is smart, reassuring, kind, funny and EXPERT IN HER FIELD.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

December 30, 2025

5.0

Excellent service by Dr. Zulma C. Cardona Matos was provided. Dr. Matos is a caring and knowledgeable Physician.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

December 23, 2025

5.0

VERY considerate, great personality, explained everything and answered all questions

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

December 18, 2025

5.0

Answered all of my questions

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

December 02, 2025

5.0

I see that she is on faculty at your mud school and I trust your opinion and I think she's extremely up-to-date on medication options for my condition.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

December 01, 2025

5.0

Doctor Cardona has help me reshape my life and get my diabetes under control it feels like I can live to see a lot more as I've see so many in my age group pass from this disease over last few years

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

November 25, 2025

5.0

Answer all My questions.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

November 24, 2025

5.0

Initial visit thorough

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

November 22, 2025

5.0

Dr Cardona really listens and talks to me so I understand. She is very thorough.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

November 22, 2025

5.0

So far i like the recommendations she has made and I think we came up with a great plan, that's a reflection of her desire to work with you and for you which I think other people will value

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

November 19, 2025

5.0

She's the best and hope she chooses to stay around for a long time!

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

November 19, 2025

5.0

I need more visits to rate her 10

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

November 16, 2025

5.0

I was delighted that Dr. Cardona took the time to delve into my medical history before our appointment. It was evident that she had taken the time to review the notes from my previous checkups at NM. Dr. Cardona is also an excellent listener, which is crucial to me as we outline the next steps of my treatment plan.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

November 13, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable, kind, courteous, intelligent, listener. She's just awesome! I learned so much today!

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

November 13, 2025

5.0

She is really an outstanding Doctor.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

November 12, 2025

5.0

She was very nice and listened to my concerns

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

November 05, 2025

5.0

Dr Cardona listened to all my concerns

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

October 21, 2025

5.0

Dr. Cardinal Matos takes time to listen and answers my questions. She and her staff efficient and responsive if I need something.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

October 20, 2025

5.0

She is absolutely wonderful- very thorough, knowledgeable and takes my medical history seriously.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

October 19, 2025

5.0

I've had DM for nearly 30 years and Dr Cardona is the best endocrinologist I've ever had! She's caring, takes her time and includes me in the treatment plans..... Dr. Cardona and the entire nursing team get everything done in an EXTREMELY timely manner, whether it's a refill or a prior authorization!

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

October 15, 2025

4.0

Knows here stuff

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

October 15, 2025

5.0

Berry nice she is very nice professional

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

October 15, 2025

5.0

She spends as much time as necessary to ensure that the patient knows about their care plan and what steps going forward. She went over results of tests and made recommendations on care and diet.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

October 08, 2025

5.0

Thorough

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

October 08, 2025

5.0

My reason for this score is I am very happy for treatment and will trecommend someone

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

September 24, 2025

5.0

She was easy to talk to and explained everything. She was great.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

September 22, 2025

5.0

Listens well

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

September 22, 2025

5.0

Very attentive and caring made me feel comfortable talking to her

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

September 19, 2025

5.0

I think her for all the help she's getting me with the other workers of my case. I appreciate it very much and I'm expecting great things to happen.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

September 01, 2025

5.0

She is the ultimate healthcare professional.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

August 29, 2025

5.0

Kind, professional, smart, caring and emphatic and all the good stuff doctors (and their staff) should. be

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

August 28, 2025

5.0

Extremely likely! Dr. Cardona Matos is outstanding _ she is knowledgeable, compassionate, and truly listens. I feel very confident and well cared for under her guidance.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

August 24, 2025

5.0

She has a caring nature and looks at all possibilities while with a new patient. She was very knowledgeable and spoke in a language that's easy to understand. Highly recommend her for future care.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

August 23, 2025

5.0

She listens and explains things in a comprehensive manner. Discusses treatment options throughly.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

August 23, 2025

5.0

Smart, knowledgeable, trustworthy. Invested in my health.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

August 19, 2025

5.0

Dr Cardona is very knowledgeable and provides excellent care. She really listened to all my concerns.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

August 18, 2025

5.0

Wonderful doctor, took time with me and wants to get to know me.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

August 18, 2025

5.0

She is easy to talk to. A professional comfortable experience is standard.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

August 13, 2025

5.0

She explained things very clearly and listened to any of my concerns.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 31, 2025

5.0

As stated earlier, Dr. Zulma is very caring and knowledgeable,

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 28, 2025

5.0

Explained everything

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 23, 2025

5.0

Dr. Cardona Matos asked great questions, listened to my responses, explained the test results in a very understandable way, and outlined the potential further actions. She was friendly and professional.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 21, 2025

5.0

My first visit with Dr Cardona was awesome. She walked in with energy, enthusiasm and desire to build a long term relationship. She listened and shared feedback on how to improve my diabetes.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 21, 2025

5.0

She is very attentive, personable, caring, efficient, good communicator, offers good suggestions and sees patients on time.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 17, 2025

5.0

She explained everything clearly and simply.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 17, 2025

5.0

Very caring, listens and very informative!

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 12, 2025

5.0

Dr Cardona cares. She is thorough and includes me in the decisions for my health care

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 08, 2025

5.0

Friendly doctor who listens well and asked all the right questions.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 08, 2025

5.0

Knowledgable, positive, good at listening. Able to speak about and offer new technology.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 08, 2025

5.0

Very professional and friendly.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 05, 2025

5.0

She's clearly very knowledgeable, a good communicator, and open to patient perspective

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 01, 2025

5.0

She really listened to all my concerns and addressed each one with her extreme knowledge

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

June 29, 2025

5.0

She genuinely cares for her patients and listens. She makes them feel like they matter.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

June 26, 2025

5.0

GREAT personality...you don't feel rushed....explains everything....and seems generally concerned that you fully understand.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

June 25, 2025

5.0

She takes time to listen and she answered all my questions. She is a fantastic doctor.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

June 24, 2025

5.0

She's very vibrant and puts me at ease whenever I work with her. She gets excited for the good things happening and empathizes with the bad. I really appreciate her.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

June 04, 2025

5.0

Please staff up with more doctors like this.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

May 19, 2025

5.0

Dr Cardona was right on it. She told me how she wants to get my sugar under control. She explained everything thoroughly. She is very polite and professional.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

May 15, 2025

5.0

I would liked her plan if care and very easy to talk to

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

May 12, 2025

5.0

Excellence and professional

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

May 08, 2025

3.0

Dr Zulma was rngaging and we had a vibrant discussion . I hope we will work together to fine tune a plan than helps improve me goals.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

May 05, 2025

5.0

She's amazing! Attentive, genuinely engaged in listening, doesn't make me feel berated or belittled. A true caring person that is a great fit in her career!

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

Disclosures

Zulma C. Cardona Matos, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

External Professional Relationships

Pharmaceutical, device, and biotechnology companies frequently collaborate with basic scientists and physicians within an academic medical center to help advance science and improve patient care. These relationships are important in achieving scientific breakthroughs and in establishing the effectiveness and safety of promising new therapies. In order to assure objectivity in clinical research and patient care, the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine (Feinberg), Northwestern Memorial HealthCare, Children's Hospital of Chicago Medical Center, and the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab have adopted integrity policies that require research and clinical faculty (in full-time, part-time, and unpaid/voluntary categories) to report compensated and uncompensated external industry relationships. Patients are encouraged to discuss these disclosures with their physician as well as to inquire as to how these relationships are overseen by Feinberg. To learn more about our Disclosure and Professional Integrity Policy, and the conflict of interest policies of our joint affiliate survey partners, please go to our Office for Regulatory Affairs Policies page.

View More Disclosures