Carina L. DeCroes, APRN

Carina L. DeCroes, APRN

Certified Nurse Practitioner

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Primary Specialty

Gynecologic Oncology

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Practice Focus Areas

  • Nurse Practitioner

Education

Professional Education:
MS, Columbia University School of Nursing - 2002

Certifications and Licensures

  • American Nurses Credentialing Center - Nurse Practitioner-Adult Health (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

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

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5.0
5.0 

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April 26, 2024

5.0

Carina has a wonderful bedside manner. She is so easy to talk to about embarrassing and uncomfortable topics and her expertise shows along with her kindness and understanding.

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April 26, 2024

5.0

Compassionate. Explains well.

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April 18, 2024

5.0

Such a good listener and a genuine caring person.

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April 17, 2024

5.0

Very professional

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April 12, 2024

5.0

See above. I have total confidence in Carina's care and as a woman I feel an extra sense of comfort in discussing my issues and receiving her examination.

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April 12, 2024

5.0

Carina is very thorough and thinks through concerns and questions - thanks Carina.

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April 11, 2024

5.0

She was very helpful with all my questions. And information that i needed

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April 08, 2024

5.0

Carina L. DeCroes is a caring and thoughtful person. I feel like she really is concerned about me and my health and wants to make me feel as comfortable as possible.

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April 07, 2024

5.0

Very nice and really kind with the patience

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April 05, 2024

5.0

Always feel comfortable even when I'm anxious, she puts me at ease and she's someone I can talk to about anything. Very friendly but I'm confident in my care and how she answers my questions.

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April 03, 2024

5.0

Friendly, knowledgeable

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April 01, 2024

5.0

Carina has been the mainstay of my wife’s treatment for 20 months now and I don’t know how we would have faced it without her extensive knowledge, experience and empathy.

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March 25, 2024

5.0

Carina is amazing, and I hope NM knows that and treats/pays her accordingly. She listens carefully, always, and -- like Dr. [ ] -- conveys that she has as much time to give as one needs and that there is nothing more important to her in that moment than taking care of the person in front of her. In these kinds of evaluations, I tend to comment more on what may be considered "soft" skills, but her clinical skills are equally impressive. She knows virtually everything I ask her about, and on the exceedingly rare occasions she doesn't, she finds out for me. I am more grateful for her than I can say.

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March 22, 2024

5.0

Carina is awesome. I never feel rushed or leave without having questions answered. Talking to her is like talking to a friend- very comforting.

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March 22, 2024

5.0

Carina DeCroes is a wonderful person who makes me feel at ease. Her positive attitude is contagious and she is very helpful as I encounter this challenging journey.

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March 22, 2024

5.0

Carina has been wonderful. She is thorough, a good listener, she explains things clearly, and genuinely cares.

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March 19, 2024

5.0

He takes time to listen and make you feel better

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March 15, 2024

5.0

She answered my questions, did not make me feel like she was rushing to move on, gentle & informative re internal exam

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March 11, 2024

5.0

She shared with me a lot of details about my condition that I was unaware. Very helpful and informative. Easy to talk to.

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March 11, 2024

5.0

She was friendly, reassuring and informative.

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March 06, 2024

5.0

She really listens to concerns and explains things very well.

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March 06, 2024

5.0

I am grateful that Carina will share what to expect when taking different meds. It helps going through it. Carina thinks through a situation very thoroughly then decides the best course of action.

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March 04, 2024

5.0

Great human being and very professional

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February 26, 2024

5.0

I feel comfortable with her and the care she provides to me.

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February 21, 2024

5.0

Carina patiently explained what the exam would be like, what to expect going forward and kindly answered my questions.

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February 18, 2024

5.0

Great patient care

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February 17, 2024

5.0

Caring and very easy to talk with.

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February 16, 2024

5.0

She is very knowledgeable and kind. She asks you if you have any auestions and really listens so she can give you sn answer.

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February 14, 2024

5.0

Carina shows empathy and proficiency dealing with complex situations. She clearly explains everything and answers all questions. I feel like she is concerned about my well-being and comfort.

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February 14, 2024

5.0

Generally concerned about your well being and healthcare

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February 02, 2024

5.0

First time meeting her and she was wonderful! Took her time and answered all my questions, She was thorough with the exam, explaining everything. So kind and easy to talk to!

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February 01, 2024

5.0

She is professional and thorough.

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February 01, 2024

5.0

Carina works closely with her patients to find the best treatment. She is always so warm, have a smile when interacting with her patients. Absolutely loves her.

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January 26, 2024

5.0

This woman is so easy to talk to. She is an amazing listener, gives helpful advice, and makes the patient feel validated and educated. She made my day.

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January 26, 2024

5.0

He treats me with respect and professionalism, and answers all the questions I ask him regarding my health.

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January 24, 2024

5.0

Carina explains her reasons for doing things and gives it a lot of thought

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January 23, 2024

5.0

Carina is amazing and has a great bedside manner. She takes time to answer questions and explains it so I can understand.

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January 22, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable and super friendly

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January 22, 2024

5.0

Listens to me, takes her time, explains and truly cares about my future

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January 20, 2024

5.0

She is very friendly, and I feel comfortable talking to her and she answered all my questions.

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January 19, 2024

5.0

Great bedside manner, very personable. Efficient and on time! Very knowledgeable.

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January 18, 2024

5.0

She makes sure all your questions are answered, and cares about you as a person

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January 16, 2024

5.0

She really listens to my issues and I trust her expertise

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January 12, 2024

5.0

I loved Carina! She was so nice. She answered my questions and provided a lot of helpful information.

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January 11, 2024

5.0

Carina cares for her patients, she is working with the best team to bring the best treatment to her patients.

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January 08, 2024

5.0

Carina has been an 😇 Angel in my life, she's always made me feel great, positive and answering any questions....GOD BLESS HER!!

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January 08, 2024

5.0

She is very professional and kind.

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January 03, 2024

5.0

She is very nice and thorough. She explains well and goes above and beyond to find answers.

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January 01, 2024

5.0

Carina talks to you as a person, not a patient, personally cares and acknowledges pain and concerns.

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December 29, 2023

5.0

She really listens

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December 21, 2023

5.0

What a wonderful, caring person. Carina is a terrific member of a great team. She’s the best!

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December 21, 2023

5.0

Wonderful person, she absolutely cares about her patients.

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December 19, 2023

5.0

Great doctor

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December 18, 2023

5.0

She cares for the patient, made me feel comfortable.

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December 17, 2023

5.0

She’s smart & compassionate.

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December 17, 2023

5.0

Warm and very attentive.

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December 14, 2023

5.0

She is informed and understandable.

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December 11, 2023

5.0

Kind, competent, and knowledgable

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December 05, 2023

5.0

Very kind, friendly, thorough, made me very comfortable.

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November 27, 2023

5.0

Very good 👍

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November 20, 2023

5.0

She is the absolute best! Not the place I want to be and yet she is so nice and reassuring and truly wonderful!

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November 20, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable and caring

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November 14, 2023

5.0

Carina was wonderful. Very patient. Listened to all my concerns. Was very gentle with the exam.

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November 13, 2023

5.0

She is very knowledgeable, and helpful. Is present during our meetings and is focused on my issues

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November 07, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable, very friendly, explains the issue on hand very well, has options ready and available for the patient. Love working with her.

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November 06, 2023

5.0

Very good experience on she explaining my health

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October 30, 2023

5.0

She is very thorough, explains well and is very nice.

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October 23, 2023

5.0

She is the greatest! Number one

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October 20, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable of what she is doing.

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October 18, 2023

5.0

Carina takes time to listen and draws on her expertise to plan treatment and care. Excellent care and help with questions.

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October 07, 2023

5.0

She hears what you say and is very good at explaining things

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October 06, 2023

5.0

Took her time, described/explained everything & very thorough!

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October 04, 2023

5.0

Carina can be counted on to get things done in a timely fashion.

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September 27, 2023

5.0

Carina is splendid.

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September 27, 2023

5.0

Smart, informed, kind, knowledgeable, compassionate, dedicated, comforting

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September 26, 2023

5.0

Friendly

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September 23, 2023

5.0

Very comfortable with her and she answers my questions honestly and very competent during the exam and she makes me feel comfortable, relaxed and doesn't make me feel like she's in a hurry even though I'm sure she's busy.

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September 22, 2023

5.0

I really appreciate Carina's attention, information, and directions during my appointment today.

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September 20, 2023

5.0

Carina listens to concerns and with her expertise makes informed decisions. Carina gives a lot of thought and care and time to helping the patient.

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September 20, 2023

5.0

She is experienced, extremely knowledgeable, and compassionate.

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September 18, 2023

5.0

She listens and is compassionate. Very helpful and great bedside manner.

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September 18, 2023

5.0

She is so kind and understanding. She always responds to all my questions.

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September 12, 2023

5.0

Warm competent goes out of her way to helped

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September 08, 2023

5.0

Very interested in me as an individual.I have Trust in her advice.

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September 06, 2023

5.0

She's very thorough on explaining everything and takes the time to spend with you.

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