Crystal J. Otteman, DO

Crystal J. Otteman, DO

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Pulmonology

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Education

Medical Education:
DO, Midwestern University Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine - 1990
Residency:
Franciscan St James Health - 1993
Fellowships:
Franciscan St James Health - 1995

Board Certifications

  • American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified)
  • American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease (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
Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital

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4.9
4.9 

1254 Ratings

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April 29, 2024

5.0

I understand Dr. Crystal Otteman’s explanation for procedures and healing.

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April 27, 2024

5.0

Excellent

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April 22, 2024

5.0

Dr. Otteman did a wonderful job of explaining the results and taking the extra time to discuss particulars leading up to what brought me to have the testing done. She was very thorough and left no stone unturned.

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April 16, 2024

5.0

Just a phenomenal doctor love her. She’s very professional compassionate includes you and all your treatment plans answers all your questions makes you feel safe. You after care instructions.

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April 15, 2024

5.0

Takes time to talk and explain things to me.

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April 08, 2024

5.0

Excellent care, very knowledgeable

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April 07, 2024

5.0

Very caring and understanding. Takes time to listen to you. I would recommend Dr. Otteman.

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April 06, 2024

5.0

Her is Great iabout my health

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April 03, 2024

5.0

She cares.

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April 03, 2024

5.0

Listens well

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April 02, 2024

5.0

Friendly, knowledgeable, caring

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April 01, 2024

5.0

Always listens and asks lots of questions and answers all your questions. She is very caring and personable. No question is stupid.

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March 29, 2024

5.0

Known her for a long time at northwestern Winfield.

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March 29, 2024

5.0

Caring professional, calling me right after tests.

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March 28, 2024

5.0

Dr Otteman is a true professional and very good in her interface with her patients

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March 26, 2024

5.0

Professional and knows what she is doing. Shows concern.

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March 22, 2024

5.0

She takes the time to go over any changes in my health since my last visit, includes me and my wishes in my treatment plan, and truly cares for what is best for me.

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March 20, 2024

5.0

She is a very friendly lady.its like visiting a friend.

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March 19, 2024

5.0

Best in the universe.

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March 15, 2024

5.0

She is knowledgeable and easy to talk to.

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March 08, 2024

5.0

I’ve been seeing Dr Otteman for many years now and I hope to continue To see her for many more. I have confidence in her exams of me And her recommended treatments.

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March 08, 2024

5.0

Expertise and compassion, answers all my questions

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March 04, 2024

5.0

Just super to talk to

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March 03, 2024

5.0

Excellent doctor - Dr. Otteman

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March 01, 2024

5.0

She is very thorough explaining test results and reasons for prescriptions.

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February 29, 2024

5.0

She is excellent

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February 29, 2024

5.0

Dr. Otteman is an excellent doctor who listens to her patients and provides great care.

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February 28, 2024

5.0

Friendly Easy to talk to Correct Diagnosis

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February 19, 2024

5.0

She is an excellent doctor.

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February 15, 2024

5.0

Listens and is very informative.

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February 12, 2024

5.0

Very patient and covers all the bases.

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February 12, 2024

5.0

She takes the time to explain results of tests so I understand and includes me in about fit her treatment

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February 12, 2024

5.0

She was so attentive, asked many questions regarding my other medical conditions, trying to connect the dots to my breathing issue. So thorough & caring!!!

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February 08, 2024

5.0

She is a great doctor. Always asks a lot of questions and is concerned about my health in general.

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February 07, 2024

5.0

She explains every option in a clear manner

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February 01, 2024

5.0

Because she is very likeable. She listens to you and she gives good advice. She ask good questions and listens to what her patients are saying. Makes you feel like she wants to figure out what your problem is

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January 31, 2024

5.0

She seen me at my worse and now my best. She is the best!!

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January 29, 2024

5.0

Thorough evaluation

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January 23, 2024

5.0

Great care and on schedule

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January 19, 2024

5.0

She’s amazing

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January 19, 2024

5.0

She’s very good about explaining the situation

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January 18, 2024

5.0

She's patient.

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January 17, 2024

5.0

She always listens, is prepared, takes her time and makes you feel like an active participant in your care plan.

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January 16, 2024

5.0

Always attentive. Genuinely cares about the individual.

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January 16, 2024

5.0

Dr Otteman is very thorough and considers my pulmonary health in conjunction with my overall health. She thoroughly explains test results and what they mean for me. I appreciate the information she shares and her suggestions of symptoms to watch.

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January 11, 2024

5.0

Dr Otteman takes all the time necessary to discuss your medical needs and answer all my questions related to my health.

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January 11, 2024

5.0

Took the time to explain my condition and treatment plan. Very professional and personable.

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January 08, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable, caring, informative.

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January 05, 2024

5.0

She is a wonderful, caring, knowledgeable pulmonologist.

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January 04, 2024

5.0

Dr. Otteman is the best. She’s friendly and professional. I feel I am in good hands with her being my doctor.

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January 02, 2024

5.0

The doctor was able to prescribe the necessary medications and how to use them. And was so easy to talk to.

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December 30, 2023

5.0

Dr. Crystal Otteman exemplifies superb physician patient bedside manners, she is the reason I give this establishment such a high score. I recommend her establishment to numerous people of all walks of life, She is caring very knowledgeable and she pretty much saved my life after dealing with debilitating acute pulmonary struggles from covid besides asthma, I am grateful that she was my doctor. When you have a physician focused on your health and assists you with the proper care and tools in order for you to improve your way of life, concerning your health, You will never want any other doctor in that field of work other than her because she gained my absolute trust and respect and I am not too trusting of anyone.

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December 29, 2023

5.0

Dr Otteman listens to me and and cares about me

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December 25, 2023

5.0

He explains it very well

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December 21, 2023

5.0

She went through every step and asked me more than once if I had any questions.

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December 21, 2023

5.0

Caring

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December 14, 2023

5.0

She explained my options and future goals.

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December 11, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable and kind

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December 10, 2023

5.0

She is passionate about helping her patients...

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December 09, 2023

5.0

Dhr listens and loves explains everything

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December 07, 2023

5.0

Just love her she’s so professional she’s so caring she’s compassionate. She answers all your questions addresses all your concerns. Makes you feel safe tells you what to do in case something happens. Gives you follow up instructions thoroughly. She’s just a great doctor.

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December 06, 2023

5.0

Professional/personable approach to a sensitive matter.

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December 06, 2023

5.0

She really listens to what I am saying and always tries to help.

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December 05, 2023

5.0

Dr. Otteman is extremely professional and thorough, knowledgeable, and caring. She is genuinely concerned about my health, answers my questions, and discusses a health plan clearly. She was highly recommended to me by several doctors and I can understand why. I would like to also mention Dr. Otteman’s incredible team. Every interaction I have had with her office team members has been professional and compassionate.

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December 04, 2023

5.0

She’s thorough and I trust what she’s doing

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December 04, 2023

5.0

Gave me all the info about my situation

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December 04, 2023

5.0

She is attentive and comfortable to speak with

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December 01, 2023

5.0

Her knowledge and patient rapport.

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November 30, 2023

5.0

Seems thorough

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November 20, 2023

5.0

She explains the master at hand well and is proactive.

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November 20, 2023

5.0

Pleasant manner and listens to my comments and we throughly discuss my options

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November 20, 2023

5.0

Personable and knowledgeable.

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November 17, 2023

5.0

She is very knowledgeable, however, she wore a mask. Fortunately there was sign language interpreter that helped enhanced our communication.

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November 16, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable with utmost patient care.

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November 16, 2023

5.0

Same as above. And very “on top “of things! Have complete confidence in her and am willing to travel to get her care.

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November 14, 2023

5.0

Dr Otteman is very thorough and a excellent communicator. She provides good insight on issues and treatment options.

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November 10, 2023

5.0

I am so pleased with Dr. Otteman. She always takes the time, listens, discusses and explains condition and recommended treatment. She is caring and always very thorough. She is my favorite of all my doctors.

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November 09, 2023

5.0

She is a Plus plus plus doctor

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November 09, 2023

5.0

Cleary explained the information on my scans and answered any questions. She also explained the reason for her additional questions which then lead to information pertinent to my health. Dr Otterman was professional, friendly, and responded to my comments/questions in a helpful manner.

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November 08, 2023

5.0

She is the best

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November 06, 2023

5.0

Very thoughtful and professional

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November 06, 2023

5.0

Dr Otteman is a fantastic practitioner

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November 06, 2023

5.0

She is always ready to try what works

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November 01, 2023

5.0

Spent time getting to know me.

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November 01, 2023

5.0

Spent time explaining her diagnosis, friendly, caring.

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October 30, 2023

5.0

good service; nice person

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October 28, 2023

5.0

She is very nice and listens to what I have to say.

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October 28, 2023

5.0

Expert in her field, and very easy to talk to!

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October 27, 2023

5.0

She is just amazing because she is always prepared, knows what’s going on, has great discussions and makes me feel so valued as a person. She gives me great confidence in my care plan because I’m at the table for the discussion.

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October 25, 2023

5.0

Extra personal touch

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October 25, 2023

5.0

She was very thorough and straight to the point. Very caring and she gained my confidence immediately

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October 23, 2023

5.0

She was empathetic, kind, and listened.

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October 18, 2023

5.0

Good doctor, very kind to patients and listens to our questions

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October 18, 2023

5.0

Attention to patients' needs, and patience with patients' inquiries.

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October 17, 2023

5.0

More informative then most doctors

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October 17, 2023

5.0

She is a great doctor and very knowledgeable!

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October 15, 2023

5.0

Shee listens to me and talks to me in words I can understand

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October 12, 2023

5.0

She explained and answers all my question . I like her .

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October 12, 2023

5.0

She is the best

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October 11, 2023

5.0

I like Dr. Ottoman she is very nice and takes very good care of me. She listens to what I say and answers all my questions.

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Crystal J. Otteman, DO reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2023.

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