Carl J. Gustas Sr, DO

Carl J. Gustas Sr, DO

4.8 
373 ratings  Read Reviews
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Primary Specialty

Occupational Medicine

Secondary Specialty

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This medical professional does not see patients in an office setting and is not available for scheduling.

Practice Focus Areas

Education

Medical Education:
DO, Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine - 1999
Residency:
Sisters of Charity Hospital - 2002

Board Certifications

  • American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians - Family Medicine (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

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

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.8
4.8 

373 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

April 23, 2024

5.0

He and his tech that came in for vitals were outstanding!!! The front desk and reception needs serious training to match the excellent care and personalities once you are with the doctors and med techs

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April 23, 2024

5.0

He was absolutely lovely, reassuring, helpful and kind. He wasn’t dismissive and took his time to talk to me.

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April 23, 2024

5.0

I felt well taken care of.

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April 22, 2024

5.0

Great listener. Level of care/concrrn provided. Took the time to provide quality care.

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April 22, 2024

5.0

quickly able to help and diagnose my issue

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April 19, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gustas was overwhelmingly helpful in giving me the best possible care for my symptoms, and recognized when I needed to be referred to a specific department for further care.

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April 18, 2024

5.0

Personable, knowledgeable, reassuring and fixed my ear within 15 minutes.

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April 18, 2024

5.0

Very professional and very nice

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April 10, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable, to the point, respectful, explains treatment options.

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April 08, 2024

5.0

He listened to my concerns. He addressed my questions. He made be feel very comfortable. This was my first time visiting an urgent care

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March 30, 2024

5.0

He made sure I understood his diagnosis before I left and sent in 2 prescriptions to help with my condition.

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March 25, 2024

5.0

Very caring and helpful

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March 24, 2024

5.0

He gave me his undivided attention--I didn't feel rushed.

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March 22, 2024

5.0

He was really nice, friendly. Walked me through the process of what’s happening, answered all my questions.

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March 20, 2024

5.0

Thorough, concerned. Explained everything well

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March 20, 2024

5.0

Great bedside manor

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March 18, 2024

5.0

100% satisfaction

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March 18, 2024

5.0

He understood the issue immediately.

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March 18, 2024

5.0

Very beautiful staff and quick in getting in and out

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March 17, 2024

5.0

Competent, kind

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March 16, 2024

5.0

Really appreciated his good bedside manner

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March 16, 2024

5.0

He was knowledgeable and very nice. He explained everything making it easy to understand

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March 16, 2024

4.0

He’s is clear about details.

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March 13, 2024

5.0

Well spoken, caring, explained everything and the reasons why he was doing specific things. I liked his thouroness and bed side manner.

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March 06, 2024

5.0

Diagnosed and treated my issue perfectly.

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March 06, 2024

5.0

Great bedside manor. Excellent judgement.

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March 06, 2024

5.0

Bedside manner was excellent!!!

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March 06, 2024

5.0

Professional and empathetic demeanor. He used a series of diagnostic tools that increased my confidence in his conclusions. He gave me a referral while I was in the clinic. He didn’t unduly cause concern but was aggressive in pursuing a diagnosis.

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March 04, 2024

5.0

Diagnosed my problem accurately, reviewed my medical history, and prescribed an effective antibiotic.

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March 04, 2024

5.0

Very up-front about the treatment.

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March 03, 2024

5.0

Lovely doctor. Very welcoming. Easily listened to my concerns and treated the problem.

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February 27, 2024

5.0

Patient and kind in providing care

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February 26, 2024

5.0

I explained what I was feeling and he examined me. He informed me of what he seen and how is should be functioning which I appreciated. He even drew me a visual which was more perfect because I'm a visual person so it clicked as to why I was feeling the way I was. He was thorough and still quick was also a plus because I was not feeling so hot and barely made it there in the first place, so greatly appreciated.

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February 26, 2024

5.0

He was kind, knowledgeable and timely

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February 26, 2024

5.0

He has great bedside manor. Thorough. Kind.

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February 25, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gustas was the kindest doctor I've ever encountered. He put the CARE back in healthcare, He knew right away what my problem was and offered solutions and empathy.

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February 23, 2024

5.0

Competent, caring

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February 21, 2024

5.0

I only spoke over the phone with him but I greatly appreciated his proactive approach to my concerns, rather than addressing one thing per visit like it is the case if I go to a Doctor appointment in the hospital. I had all the tests needed at once which saved me time and let me know what I was dealing with in a shorter time.

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February 20, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gustas was unbelievable. He validated all my concerns and treated me with compassion. I felt very cared for.

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February 20, 2024

5.0

Overall helpful and caring experience.

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February 20, 2024

5.0

He was very informative!

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February 18, 2024

5.0

He was pleasant and brief

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February 17, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gustas had the best bedside manner out of any physician that I’ve ever met at Northwestern. Experience was more thorough and thoughtful than any I’ve had in primary care

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February 14, 2024

5.0

Nice bedside manner

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February 14, 2024

5.0

Very friendly, likable, took the time to ask me questions and explain the X-rays.

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February 11, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gustas was professional and caring. He kept me informed the entire way.

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February 05, 2024

5.0

Professional Compassionate

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February 04, 2024

5.0

Very kind, caring, knowledgeable, and professional!

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February 04, 2024

5.0

he was nice funny and considerate about my treatment

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February 03, 2024

5.0

See comment above. He made me feel comfortable and I believed that he actually cared for me as a patient.

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January 31, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable Great bedside manner

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January 30, 2024

5.0

Very professional Answered all of my questions Made me feel comfortable coupled with knowledge of next steps that I should take

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January 30, 2024

5.0

Very personable and took his time to explain my issue.

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January 29, 2024

4.0

Empathy regarding pain

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January 23, 2024

5.0

Easy to talk to. Checked me out and got me what I needed.

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January 23, 2024

5.0

Had a great bedside manner!

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January 23, 2024

5.0

He called me with my x-ray results. I appreciate the time it took to do that.

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January 23, 2024

5.0

He was knowledgeable, thorough and answered all my questions. He was very patient and had an excellent bedside manner. Thank you doctor!

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January 22, 2024

5.0

Great guy

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January 22, 2024

5.0

He was very helpful.

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January 22, 2024

5.0

Spent enough time with me, very nice and explained my condition and the cure

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January 22, 2024

5.0

He was kind and caring.

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January 19, 2024

5.0

Thorough

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January 18, 2024

5.0

Simply the best! Very personable and to the point. Provided me with a sense of calmness and assuredness throughout the entire visit. Textbook definition of a great doctor!

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January 16, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable and friendly

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January 15, 2024

5.0

Very thorough and comprehensive check of my issue - felt that there was a quick resolution and plan of care

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January 14, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gustas was very kind and professional. Listened to my concerns and asked questions in addition to providing thorough overview of his recommendations. He was great.

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January 13, 2024

5.0

Caring manner, thorough and good listener

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January 08, 2024

4.0

He was very nice.

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January 07, 2024

5.0

Explained everything clearly. Reiterated my medical plan.

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January 06, 2024

5.0

Good lustener, knew a lot about my condition, explained why he prescribed meds

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January 06, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gustas was patient, great at stitches, and helped with different treatment for my persistent cough. Appreciated his bedside manner as well.

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January 06, 2024

5.0

Very nice and thorough

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January 05, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gustas was extremely kind and explained the tests he was doing and his thought process throughout the entire appointment. I have anxiety at doctor's appointments and this helped me immensely. I can tell he genuinely cared about my health.

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January 04, 2024

5.0

Very pleased with the professionalism from everyone who helped me

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January 02, 2024

5.0

Professional and caring. Thoughtful way to treat issue.

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January 02, 2024

5.0

Extremely good doctor

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January 02, 2024

5.0

Thorough and kind

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December 20, 2023

5.0

Great bedside manner

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December 18, 2023

5.0

He was polite, knowledgeable and listened to my concerns

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December 18, 2023

5.0

Efficient, informative and caring.

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December 18, 2023

5.0

Lovely Dr and was efficient.

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December 18, 2023

5.0

Doctor Gustas Sr. is very friendly, attentive, answered all questions in details, has a good sense of humor. He made me to feel comfortable and even relaxed after really long waiting.

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December 17, 2023

5.0

He is great

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December 12, 2023

5.0

professional, nice, thorough

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December 12, 2023

5.0

He was extremely pleasant snd explained everything throughly

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December 11, 2023

5.0

Thoughtful, thorough, and professional.

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December 11, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gustas was very personable and quick to put me at my ease; he listened carefully to my concerns, and explained his thinking behind reaching my diagnosis.

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December 11, 2023

5.0

Very nice person and was very calming about the situation..!

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December 10, 2023

5.0

He was very nice, and I really felt like he listened when I explained what was wrong.

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December 09, 2023

5.0

Great bedside manner. So kind and patient, very reassuring and made me feel taken care of. Thank you!

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December 08, 2023

5.0

Carl is friendly, knowledgeable, and very efficient.

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December 07, 2023

5.0

Very personable and knowledgeable. Many thanks !

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December 03, 2023

5.0

Experience and knowledge and action plan for my issues

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December 03, 2023

5.0

He listened to all my ailments and made sure none of my questions were left unanswered. He took extra time to review every lab result with me and eased my nerves. Thanks Dr. Gustas!

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December 03, 2023

5.0

He was great and handle my visit with kindness and care

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November 25, 2023

5.0

Easy to chat with and through

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November 24, 2023

5.0

Very excellent bedside medical manners. Makes one feel that he is going to do his best to help my situation

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November 24, 2023

5.0

Personable, quick diagnosis and suggested antibiotics.

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November 22, 2023

5.0

Listens, thorough checking of symptoms, friendly demeanor makes one feel cared for

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