![Joseph M. Christensen, MD](/image/doctor/NPI/1932121357.jpg)
Joseph M. Christensen, MD
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Primary Specialty
Pediatrics
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Practice Focus Areas
- Adolescent Medicine
- Asthma
- Newborn Care
Education
- Medical Education:
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MD, Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine - 1995
- Residency:
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Advocate Health Care (Advocate Children's Hospital/Park Ridge) - 1998
Board Certifications
- American Board of Pediatrics - Pediatrics (Certified)
Practice Groups and Affiliations
- Medical Group:
- Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group
- Alignment Category:
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Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
- On Medical Staff At:
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Central DuPage Hospital
Ratings and Reviews
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689 Ratings
Reviews from Patients
Reviews from Patients
August 23, 2023
5.0 star star star star starDr. Christensen is absolutely excellent. As an anxious first time mom, he answers all of my questions and concerns thoroughly and with sincere concern for both myself and my child’s wellbeing. He is simply the best!
August 02, 2023
5.0 star star star star starHe truly cares about his patients. My kids love going to the doctor which is very rare that kids don't mind doing that. He always gives good advice and I never feel rushed during an appointment. I feel that I can ask any question and he is going to take his time making sure I understand what I need to do or what the kids need to do to stay healthy.
July 26, 2023
5.0 star star star star starDr Christensen has extremely excellent bedside manners. He treats his patients as if they were his own kids. He makes them feel at ease. He doesn’t make us feel rushed in any way even if he is running behind. We feel like we get our quality time with Dr Christensen. I recommend him to friends who are looking for a great pediatrician.
July 08, 2023
5.0 star star star star starDr.Christensen truly cares about his patients and makes them feel at ease and heard. He takes his time to explain not only to the parent but to the kids as well so we all have an understanding of what's happening. He truly is an amazing pediatrician and my kids truly love their doc!
June 21, 2023
5.0 star star star star starDoctor Christensen is kind, thoughtful, attentive, and informative. He discusses milestones according to your child’s age but is very clear that they are based on averages and doesn’t make you feel good or bad if your child is slightly ahead or behind. He listens to concerns and responds with empathy and understanding.
June 09, 2023
5.0 star star star star starHe’s awesome!! Doesn’t matter if it’s an emergency visit or a schedule appointment he’s always polite and is so good with my [age] year old. Making silly sounds to make him smile or showing him the equipment he’s going to use. Always answers all my questions no matter how ridiculous they probably sound. We’re lucky to have him as our doctor.
May 07, 2023
5.0 star star star star starAs stated above, he gives each patient the time they need. He provides excellent medical care. He shows the kids that he cares about their lives (social, mental, and health perspective). He is one of a kind! My only wish is that he was a general practitioner so my entire family could go to him!
April 24, 2023
5.0 star star star star starHe is thorough with parents and patients. Excellent doctor with great instincts but listens to patients completely before making recommendations. He has great relationships with specialists. We trust Dr Christensen to treat our children like his own. He is honest and trustworthy.
April 12, 2023
5.0 star star star star starDr Christensen is wonderful! He is very open, and goes into detail about the topics that most doctors wouldn’t even address at a wellness visit. For example, at my child’s first newborn visit, Dr. Christensen went into detail about the guilt a parent feels regarding changing their oldest’s world when a new baby is born into the family. I feel comfortable asking Dr. Christensen any question about my children, without fear of judgement. Highly recommend him as a trusted provider.1
April 11, 2023
5.0 star star star star starHe takes the time to listen to the needs of my children. He makes sure all of our questions are answered even if our appointment takes a bit longer. He provides quality referral sources when needed.
February 12, 2023
5.0 star star star star starDr. Christensen is very thorough with patients and parents. He listens completely to concerns. Children inherently trust Dr. Christensen and he has developed excellent rapport with my son and daughter. Dr. Christensen also listens to parents opinions on care and philosophy. I recommend Dr. C to all parents looking for a peditrician from birth through teen years.
February 09, 2023
5.0 star star star star starHe listens, watches, validates, re-assures and explains. He eases all worries, takes action if needed and is extremely friendly, interactive and just overall great with not only my daughter but us parents as well. We love it at NM Pediatrics because of him.
January 09, 2023
5.0 star star star star starDr. Christensen is very logical and practical. His bedside manner is incredible and he treats the child as his patient and will not just talk with the parent. He is very detailed and visits are never rushed.
November 30, 2022
5.0 star star star star starI appreciate his attention to detail, the way he addresses his patients and asks for their questions before the parents. He is very respectful and practical which I appreciate and takes his time w each appointment- I never feel rushed even though I know the office is incredibly busy.
November 29, 2022
5.0 star star star star starOffice and doctors are wonderful. Dr Christensen has great bedside manor, takes his time with each visit and is always very logical and calming. The entire staff at the office gives excellent care.
November 21, 2022
5.0 star star star star starHe is a very thorough doctor and asks the right questions. I appreciate that he speaks directly to my teen. (Not to mom). My son appreciates that and is glad he is being heard. It’s a wonderful level of respect. Thank you.
Disclosures
Joseph M. Christensen, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.
External Professional Relationships
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