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Dr. Steven Mayer, MD

Dr. Steven Mayer, MD

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Steven Mayer, MD is a physical medicine & rehabilitation physician in Geneva, IL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine in 2002. He is affiliated with medical facilities Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital and Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.2 Star Rating
Based on 26 reviews 2.2 Star Rating (26 reviews)

Practice

351 Delnor Dr Ste 410 Geneva, IL 60134
Telehealth available

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Mayer

2.2
26 ratings, 15 with a written review
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Arrogant and Combative
I have never met a more combative doctor. The appointment started with him constantly interrupting and just got worse. He doesn’t have the ability to calmly explain things. He gets defensive if you ask him any questions. Spoke to me the whole time in a condescending manner. Completely disrespectful and unprofessional.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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May 09, 2024
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Horrible
Yelled at my husband and told me my pain was anxiety. Did not listen to me at all.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Feb 29, 2024
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Not worth the time and effort to see him
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Nov 13, 2019
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I lived with syatic pain in my legs and hips for years and had many MRI and was told that I need surgery to fix it...I went to a surgeon at northwestern and he looked at a x-ray and said why are you here you don't need me your back has normal Wear and tear for your age (49)... He directed me to Dr Mayer he gave me one more MRI because the other one was old and gave me epidural injection and it changed my life...thank you Dr. Mayer
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Sep 28, 2019
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I knew going into my visit that Dr. Mayer has a poor patient review rating. I do not feel all were justified in my case, but he didn't give me anything to work with either. There is nothing "special" about his practice or methods. His follow up is well below average. It is clear he does not have the patients well being as his best interest. I gave him the benefit of doubt (shame on me). He fell short. See at your own risk. Heed others' warnings. I would not recommend. See someone else.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 others found this helpful
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Sadly Dissapointed in Chicago – Aug 22, 2018
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I went to Dr. Mayer five years ago with intense lower back pain and he really helped with a plan of rehabilitation. He gave me a cortisone injection which relieved the pain and allowed me to get back into physical exercise to keep myself in shape. Recently, I did some stupid exercise routines (excessive jumping and kicking) that caused the pain to reoccur. I went back to see Dr. Mayer again and he helped me get me on a plan to recovery. He listens well and really cares about his patients.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Charles Schultz in Warrenville – Aug 14, 2018
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Dr. Mayer is a joke. 9 years of my husband suffering and him telling him that he just needed PT for his back problems. We finally found an orthopedic staff that listened to my husband and we now have a diagnosis and a treatment plan and it's NOT PT. Dr. Mayer has no bedside manner, no compassion and feels that physical therapy can solve everything. If you want a real orthopedic group go to Hinsdale Orthopedics. From start to finish what a professional bunch of employees there.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 others found this helpful
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Winfield – Mar 28, 2018
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He had no clue what was causing my pain. Implied my pain wasn’t real since. He pushed 3 injections. When I got worse on the first injection, he told me that doesn’t ever happen and I must be wrong. I finally went to Loyola and was diagnosed with a twisted sacrum. Too bad Mr. Mayer is an idiot. I wasted way too much in pain and too much drugs with no relief. He was very rude when he found out my pain was due to a car accident. He implied I was making up the pain for insurance. HATE HIM!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 others found this helpful
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Feb 12, 2018
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Dr. Mayer does not seem concerned about pain issues. Seems to want to push for injections without even reviewing results. Felt like he was not concerned with my well being; did not discuss results of my MRI; and did not address my concerns. Still in pain and not sure what is even wrong. Highly recommend you go elsewhere. Staff is horrible.
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 others found this helpful
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Chicago, IL – Oct 24, 2017
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Felt he didn't listen to symptoms and jumped to conclusions about source of my pain. Condescending at times. Only offered injections without other alternative options. I never once asked for drugs but at time felt I was treated as a drug seeker
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 others found this helpful
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Elgin, IL – Apr 19, 2017
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Dr. Mayer is NOT providing EXCELLENT care. He is quick to decide on things without listening. When I did have a request, I was told that nothing could be changed. Very uncaring.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 others found this helpful
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I had been having back pain and my back finally went out. So I visited Dr. Mayer, I felt like he didn't listen or seem concerned with the pain I was having. I could barely walk and my blood pressure was pretty high from the pain I was experiencing. He just suggested physical therapy, nothing to help with the pain. I pushed for a MRI and finally got one and found out I had two slipped discs. He seemed surprised and finally recommend injections, which unlike the office visit, went well and helped.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
7 others found this helpful
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Dekalb, IL – Mar 29, 2017
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Nice person, easy to talk to and spends time with you. However, he does not take pain seriously. There are many people in chronic pain whose MRIs do not look too bad. He did nothing to help me after the results. I think he may believe most patients are pain medicine addicts. Don't recommend if you need relief!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 others found this helpful
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Does not take your pain seriously! in st charles, il – Jan 06, 2017
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Makes quick decisions with little to no thought about patient well-being or long-term success or even test results.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 others found this helpful
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Angry in Geneva, IL – Oct 15, 2016
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I would highly recommend Dr. Mayer. He really helped me with my lower back pain and severe problems for over a year. Having been through as much as I have since I last saw him, I really understand the importance of and appreciate even more the fact that he listened to me, he did not immediately jump to any conclusions and he opted for conservative treatments first. He is very caring and compassionate, spent a lot of time with me and was very smart. I trust him completely.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Renee C in South Elgin, IL – Mar 04, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

``My philosophy is to incorporate lifestyle modifications (nutrition, exercise, mind-body) into each patient's treatment plan, empowering them to optimize their medical care and outcomes.``

  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

  • Sports Medicine

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  • University Of Wisconsin

    Residency Hospital, 2006

  • Michigan State University Kalamazoo Center For Medical Studies|western Michigan University Homer Stryker Md School Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 2003

  • Indiana University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2002
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation®
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Sports Medicine
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Locations

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Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group351 Delnor Dr Ste 410 Geneva, IL 60134
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(630) 225-2663

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(630) 225-2663

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