Jennifer R. Velasco, DO

4.8 
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Primary Specialty

Rheumatology

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Education

Medical Education:
DO, Midwestern University Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine - 2015
Residency:
University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Advocate Christ Medical Center - 2018
Fellowships:
Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals - 2021

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified)
  • American Board of Internal Medicine/Rheumatology - Rheumatology (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
Delnor Hospital

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4.8
4.8 

1167 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

February 27, 2026

5.0

She is very knowledgeable. And listens

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February 24, 2026

5.0

Doctor Velasco is the best ,she listens and is willing to try different medicines to help you feel better. She is the best .

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February 16, 2026

5.0

Dr Velasco was attentive and thorough. I feel confident that I shall be well taken care of.

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February 16, 2026

5.0

Knows her job and does it very well well

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February 12, 2026

5.0

Excellent doctor and nice person

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February 09, 2026

5.0

First time visit; friendly and clear.

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February 07, 2026

5.0

Dr. Velasco is an excellent physician!

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February 06, 2026

5.0

Best

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January 31, 2026

5.0

She was awesome! I felt well cared for and she answered all my questions.

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January 30, 2026

5.0

A great doctor

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January 21, 2026

5.0

Dr Velasco is very thorough and sincerely cares about helping me manage my erosive osteoarthritis

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January 19, 2026

5.0

Open to discussion and seeking out possibilities!

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January 12, 2026

5.0

She has a wonderful demeanor without being fake. Plus she knows a lot about her work.

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January 10, 2026

5.0

She is very good at her bedside manner and explaining things.

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December 22, 2025

5.0

The Doctor explains everything to insure that I understand.

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December 17, 2025

5.0

Sits down with you and answers all questions. Very satisfied after visit that my questions were answered.

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December 16, 2025

5.0

Dr. Velasco is very professional

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December 13, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable and answers all questions

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December 12, 2025

5.0

She's an excellent listener and communicates clearly.

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December 11, 2025

5.0

She is an excellent dr! Easy to talk too and problem solve with..knowledge base surpasses many drs I have seen!

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December 09, 2025

5.0

Really listens to your concerns

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December 05, 2025

5.0

Dr Velasco is very thorough, kind and patient

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December 05, 2025

5.0

Excellent Dr.

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December 05, 2025

5.0

Great doctor. Very informative and helpful.

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December 03, 2025

5.0

She always has a smile on and cares to hear if I have questions. She explains things.

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December 01, 2025

5.0

Thourogh, explained my questions, very nice - I feel like Im in good hands. She explained our plans for my recovery & treatment.

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November 30, 2025

5.0

very good attention

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November 25, 2025

4.0

She answered my question

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November 21, 2025

5.0

Very detailed in examining me and explaining my medical situation.

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November 18, 2025

5.0

Taken on time for my appointment. I'm confident in care that is given. I feel my RA is under control because this Dr listens.

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November 13, 2025

5.0

She is knowledgeable, competent, generally well informed, and listens. She did not get defensive when I asked questions about the treatment. I have confidence in her at this point. As I get to know her better, I am hoping she will be a little friendlier

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November 04, 2025

5.0

As above. Knowledgeable and professional.

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November 03, 2025

5.0

Provider took ample time with me and went over items in great detail way more than the team from the other healthcare system I went to. I will be moving all my care to NM

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November 03, 2025

5.0

Good doctor

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November 02, 2025

5.0

Dr Velasco always give the best care.

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October 30, 2025

5.0

She is very knowledgeable and compassionate. She listens to the patient and is very helpful.

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October 25, 2025

5.0

Dr Velasco is very attentive to any questions you may have. She also does not not seem like she is rushing my appointment.

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October 24, 2025

5.0

She takes her time to explain my condition and makes sure I understand. She always asks if I have questions. I can have a real conversation with her.

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October 20, 2025

5.0

Good Dr

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October 20, 2025

5.0

Dr. Velasco is very thorough and concerned for my wellbeing. She answers all ??s.

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October 19, 2025

5.0

Dr Velasco has lowered my inflammation to normal And my medication to a low dose.

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October 18, 2025

5.0

very helpful, takes the time to listen

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October 18, 2025

5.0

Clear communicator, thorough in investigating and analyzing lab work and shows empathy.

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October 16, 2025

5.0

One of my favorite doctors. Takes her time with me and asks questions . Very thorough

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October 11, 2025

5.0

She is caring and listens to the patient without feeling rushed.

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October 07, 2025

5.0

Dr Velasco took her time to listen to me and understand my concerns. She was kind and very knowledgeable and I am happy I met someone who will listen to me and take time to see me

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October 06, 2025

5.0

Because he is attentive to my health and that I do not lack medication

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October 03, 2025

5.0

Very helpful

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September 30, 2025

5.0

She took the time it needed to take care of and address all my issues. She was patient and she actually listened to me!

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September 30, 2025

5.0

Friendly and professional

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September 25, 2025

5.0

Pleasant, knowledgeable and took her time. Overall highly recommend

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September 25, 2025

5.0

She took time to listen to me and explained what I could do to ease the pain in my hands.

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September 24, 2025

5.0

Dr. Velasco paid attention to me. She talked to me not at me. I was able to understand everything we talked about.

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September 23, 2025

5.0

She is thorough and and answers all my questions and concerns.

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September 23, 2025

5.0

Dr. Velasco is very knowledgeable.

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September 19, 2025

5.0

She listens, really cares about my health, and is super Pleasant to be around

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September 12, 2025

5.0

Very kind and professional

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September 10, 2025

5.0

Professional listens

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September 07, 2025

5.0

She is a very good doctor and has given me very good care .

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August 30, 2025

5.0

She's good and professional about her patients, I like her

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August 22, 2025

5.0

I just typed in my caregiver at my apt very good

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August 20, 2025

5.0

Excellent comminicator

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August 15, 2025

5.0

Listens to you and makes sure you understand all her instructions.

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August 13, 2025

5.0

Thorough and patient!

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August 12, 2025

5.0

She was areal Dr. She examined my skin. She listened. She called for video conference on time.

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August 07, 2025

5.0

Very good care

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August 05, 2025

5.0

She's got a great way of making you feel important

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August 04, 2025

5.0

Fantastic communicator

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August 02, 2025

5.0

She takes her time and listens. We are able to talk about plan of care.

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August 01, 2025

5.0

She is easy to talk to and is very knowledgeable

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August 01, 2025

5.0

She is thorough and attentive.

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July 29, 2025

5.0

She listens to my concerns

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July 29, 2025

5.0

Takes time to explain what she is doing

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July 22, 2025

5.0

I would recommend her to others for the reasons I have stated above.

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July 21, 2025

5.0

Again, Dr. Velasco is very caring and listens well.

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July 20, 2025

5.0

She's genuine and listens to your needs. Very professional

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July 18, 2025

5.0

Very thorough

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July 16, 2025

5.0

She talked with me about my meds and what side effects of each of the possibilities. We came to a decision together. I was very pleased to be able to discuss all this with her and actually make up my mind.

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July 02, 2025

5.0

Great interaction and development of therapeutic relationship.

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June 30, 2025

5.0

Very good communication

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June 27, 2025

5.0

Very caring and answers all questions and concerns.

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June 26, 2025

5.0

She asks many questions about your symptoms and orders appropriate tests to make a diagnosis!

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June 21, 2025

5.0

She is very informative, empathetic, and listens to me. I think she is an excellent doctor and a great human being.

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June 20, 2025

5.0

Very informative. Excellent listening skills.

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June 19, 2025

5.0

Dr. Velasco listened to my concerns.

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June 17, 2025

5.0

Very sweet and kind. Takes time to explain. Listens and cares

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June 13, 2025

5.0

Very professional

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June 12, 2025

5.0

I'm so happy I found Dr. Velasco. She is so wonderful and caring. She takes the time to listen to me and always answers all of my questions. Wouldn't go to any one else!

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June 12, 2025

5.0

Dr Velasco is very knowledgeable, thorough, and clearly explains options, and procedures.

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June 11, 2025

5.0

She's very knowledgeable, informative and kind, just all around a great doctor.

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June 09, 2025

5.0

Dr. Velasco is knowledgeable and personable. She takes the time to fully explain why, not just what. She doesn't skim over the details. I also think she errs on the side of caution.

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June 09, 2025

5.0

This was my first appointment with her, but I feel like she was very thorough and look forward to my follow up visit with her

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June 08, 2025

5.0

See above, great Dr that takes time with patient and provides a plan for treatment

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June 06, 2025

5.0

Dr. Velasco as I said previous question takes her time to listen and to come up with solutions.. she offers a calm and inviting approach to her visits

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June 05, 2025

5.0

Service!

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June 03, 2025

5.0

Excellent care and very friendly, spending time to answer questions!

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June 03, 2025

5.0

Dr. Velascois very thorough and is detailed in her process.

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May 29, 2025

5.0

See above notes. Dr Velasco does an excellent job of managing the care for my diagnosis

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May 27, 2025

5.0

She explained so well and listened to my concerns

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May 17, 2025

5.0

She listens to every detail of concerns and answers questions thoroughly. She makes sure to understand what you're enduring and wants to make you get and feel better overall.

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Disclosures

Jennifer R. Velasco, DO reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

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