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Dr. Tonja Austin, MD

Dr. Tonja Austin, MD

Family Medicine*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Tonja Austin, MD is a family medicine physician in Munster, IN and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in 1998. She is affiliated with medical facilities Rush University Medical Center and Community Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (21 reviews)

Practice

9200 Calumet Ave Ste E107 Munster, IN 46321
Telehealth available

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Dr. Austin's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Austin

4.2
21 ratings, 6 with a written review
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Best Doctor Ever!!!
She was my oldest two children’s doctor for years. When I was forced to switch their doctors due to insurance purposes, I lost contact. Now 8 years later I have been looking for her to be my youngest child’s pediatrician and I can’t find her practice.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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Angela K Wilson – Nov 02, 2023
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BEWARE BEFORE YOU BOOK THIS SERVICE PROVIDER!! The staff was very unprofessional, certainly not what you’d expect for a first visit. After waiting almost 2 months for this appointment I was quite disappointed to learn I wouldn’t meet the doctor due to being provided the address. The address for the clinic is also published incorrectly. One would think after the practice was moved this information would be updated wrong. After making an unnecessary trip to the wrong location I was provided the correct address. I notified the staff and advised I’d be late as I was provided the wrong information. Opposed to accommodating me due to their error I was told to reschedule. I have no desire to patronize any business that negates to hood themselves accountable for their mistake.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Jan 28, 2022
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Her staff is incompetent and rude. I made my appt for 10am and they made the appt for 9:45am. When I arrived, they said I could not see the dr because I was late for an appt I didn’t make. When I tried to get them to take my fmla paperwork to the dr they said I had to reschedule to come back and get paperwork signed although I had just seen the dr two weeks prior. Meanwhile, the point of my appt was to address my allergic reactions so I did not take my medication and was having an allergic reaction in the office and was still refused treatment. I wanted to like this dr but her staff just ruined my entire day. Do not bother. They also refused to fill out my medical documents for my leave of absence.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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S Hunt – Jul 21, 2021
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Dr. Austin explains everything, ask if you have any questions, She is a pleasant and friendly person who really cares about the individual.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Jun 29, 2021
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Awesome doctor! Great with kids and adults. The staff are also great.
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
8 others found this helpful
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Apr 08, 2018
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Dr. Austin is one of the best physicians I have seen. I feel very comfortable talking to her and she makes me feel relaxed and she talks to me as if we were old friends catching up. She takes time to listen and answer questions. I would definitely recommend her. My only peeve is dealing with the office staff. But that is easily overlooked since I am really there for the doctors help not theirs and she's great!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
14 others found this helpful
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Park Forest, IL – Mar 14, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

As a Family Medicine Physician, I am committed to partnering with my patients to create solutions and treatment plans for their individual needs, resulting in more positive health outcomes.
  • Family Medicine

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  • American Academy Of Family Physicians

    Fellowship Hospital, 2008
  • West Suburban Hospital Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2001
  • Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1998
  • Xavier University Of Louisiana

    Undergraduate School, 1994
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
Family Practice
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  • Staying Healthy, Tips for controlling high Blood Pressure, 2009

  • "Here We Are ", 2003

  • Fellow of The American Academy of Famiy Physicians, 2008

  • "Americas Top Family Doctors", 2007/2008

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Locations

Practice

Rush Munster9200 Calumet Ave Ste E107 Munster, IN 46321
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Physician at Home Inc.16650 Harlem Ave Ste 1 Tinley Park, IL 60477
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Office35318 Eagle Way Chicago, IL 60678
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Practice

Office1411 S Michigan Ave Fl 4 Chicago, IL 60605
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Rush University Medical Center

    1653 W Congress Pkwy
    Chicago, IL 60612
    Recipient of 43
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Community Hospital

    901 MacArthur Blvd
    Munster, IN 46321
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

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