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Dr. Veena Nayak, MD

Dr. Veena Nayak, MD

Rheumatology*

Dr. Veena Nayak, MD is a rheumatologist in Willowbrook, IL. Dr. Nayak has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Hinsdale and UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Bolingbrook. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 36 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (36 reviews)

Practice

6857 Kingery Hwy Willowbrook, IL 60527
Telehealth available

Dr. Nayak is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Nayak specializes in the area of Rheumatology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Nayak's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nayak

4.1
36 ratings, 22 with a written review
5 star
72%
72%
4 star
3%
3%
3 star
3%
3%
2 star
3%
3%
1 star
19%
19%

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Great Doctor
Dr. Nayak is a Great rheumatologist. She takes her time with me and does not rush my appointment. Dr. Nayak truly listens to my concerns and offers different options for treatment.I feel that Dr. Nayak is a very caring person and I trust her very much.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • 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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Kris Olson – Jul 09, 2024
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Dr Nayak is a great provider
She always listens to my concerns and is on top of reviewing my lab work
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
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Apr 11, 2024
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I'm confident with this practice!
All the staff are very professional and very friendly.
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
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MargaretJ. – Mar 12, 2024
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Inflammation
The staff was very friendly and Dr Nayak topped it off with her relaxed method of explaining her diagnosis. She was friendly knowledgeable and patient.
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
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celeste mccullough – Feb 09, 2024
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Great Physician!
I have been a patient of Dr. Nayak for a very long time, she is very knowledgeable, personable, cares about her patients.
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
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Sheila Humphrey – Sep 22, 2023
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Doctor Nayak is awesome
I had a special problem and she took the time to be sure that I understood the instructions and the reason why they were the way they were. I have been seeing Dr. Nayak for six years and I will continue to see her. She also has a very good support staff.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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L. Johnson – Jun 22, 2023
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Dr. Nayak is always very pleasant and professional. She is always concerned about my health from one visit to another. She really make me feel like my health is her priority and she answers all my questions with professionalism. I won’t ever seek another doctor to treat my condition. Wherever she is I will follow her. My condition has been managed well and I feel very comfortable knowing she will do whatever she can to keep me healthy.
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
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Richadine Murry – Jun 22, 2023
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Follow up visit
The timeliness of the visit. I was seated for 5 minutes after checking in and the assistant was taking me in a room to be seen.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 12, 2023
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Amazing staff
I have been seeing Dr.Nayak for over a year she and her staff are amazing and always are helpful and answers all my questions!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 02, 2023
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Dr. Nayak
Dr. Nayak is exemplary as a physician. She is extremely knowledgeable and easy to talk with. She takes all the time necessary to listen to the patient and clearly explains and answers questions regarding tests performed. Her testing process is very thorough before she arrives at any treatment decisions. I would highly recommend Dr. Nayak to anyone.
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
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Apr 27, 2023
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Great Rheumatologist
Dr. Nayak and her staff are wonderful. Dr. Nayak takes her time with you and actually listens to you. You never feel rushed and she explains everything in detail for you so you understand. Kelly, Jill and Heather are all wonderful too. Anything you need they are always there for you.
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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Apr 15, 2023
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Very likely, from 1 to 10, a 10
She all ways ask about your total health.
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
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Apr 14, 2023
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I enjoyed the fact that Dr. Nayak explained medications, and answered all my questions and concerns
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
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Apr 14, 2023
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I would definitely recommend Dr. Kayak because Too
I was not there long before seeing someone.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 12, 2023
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I have been seeing Dr. Nayak since I moved to Flossmoor from Chicago 4 years ago. I was nervous about finding a rheumatologist. in the Southland area. I had been with my doctors at Northwestern for 5 years but wanted to find doctors near my new location. Dr. Veena Nayak exceeded my expectations. She was very warm and was genuinely interested in my issues. She did not seemed rushed to get to her next appointment but took time to answer all my questions. She then outlined my rheumatology care
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • 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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Brenda Blonski in Flossmoor, IL – Nov 07, 2018
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Treated me as a person,took all the time to answer my questions. This was my third doctor. She took her time and finally reassured me that it was my body not my mind. Ever since treatment my life has drastically improved. Her and her team are the best.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Lei8067 in Tinley park – Jul 17, 2018
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The wait times are long .The staff and doctors do not wash their hands entering the room or exiting the room.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Jan 30, 2018
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My experience with Dr. Nayak is absolutely fabulous! She is competent, caring, knowledgeable and an awesome physician. She has been my physician for over five years now and I highly recommend her!
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
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jeanne – Jan 23, 2018
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I was referred to Dr. Nayak by my family practitioner. I had two appointments with Dr. Nayak, the first was on July 24, 2017, and the follow-up August 9, 2017. I didn't see her either of these times, I saw her nurse practitioners both times. My last appoint on August 9, 2017, was to get some feedback on my test results. Her nurse practitioner explained them best she could, but not efficient enough. My appointment was at 2:30, I saw the nurse practitioner about 3:45. At 4:48, I left because she w
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
9 others found this helpful
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Dr. Annie Ware in Park Forest, IL – Aug 10, 2017
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I showed up at 8:45 for a 9:00 a.m. appointment - was still waiting to see her at 9:50 - she wasn't even in. Never took my vitals - never looked me in the eye - told me to continue my meds and see her in 3 months. I told her meds weren't working (was on them for 8 months) she said to keep taking - they need time. The girls at the desk kept making excuses and were RUDE RUDE RUDE. If you can't keep at 9 a.m. appointment - DON'T MAKE THEM. She did absolutely NOTHING but waste my time and money
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
  • Long wait times
5 others found this helpful
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San Jose, CA – Jun 24, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr Veena Nayak utilizes an individualized and integrative approach, and strives to maintain close and open communication with her patients to achieve the goal of remission, improved function and a pain free state.

biography

Dr Veena Nayak is a Board certified Rheumatologist providing comprehensive care for patients and has 2 clinic locations in Chicago suburbs - Olympia Fields and Willowbrook, IL. She has extensive experience in treating musculoskeletal and autoimmune...read more
  • Rheumatology

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American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Rheumatology
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Dr. Nayak is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Southland Rheumatology Center6857 Kingery Hwy Willowbrook, IL 60527
    1

    Practice

    Southland Rheumatology Center20060 Governors Dr Ste 300 Olympia Fields, IL 60461
    2
    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 9:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 9:00am - 5:30pm
      • Wed: 9:00am - 6:00pm
      • Thu: 9:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: closed
      • Sat: closed
      • Sun: closed
    • Directions

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital

      3815 Highland Ave
      Downers Grove, IL 60515
      Recipient of 11
      hospital awards

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

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% higher than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Hinsdale

      120 N Oak St
      Hinsdale, IL 60521
      Recipient of 7
      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

      View all awards

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

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback
    • UChicago Medicine AdventHealth La Grange

      5101 Willow Springs Rd
      La Grange, IL 60525
      Recipient of 4
      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

      View all awards

      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

      78%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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