Dr. Don J. Williams, MD | Oak Park, IL | Internist

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Dr. Don Williams has practiced internal medicine and family medicine for 40 years and is affiliated with Elmhurst Memorial Hospital. He sees patients for heart failure, type 2 diabetes mellitus, and chronic kidney disease.

Dr. Williams earned his medical degree from Universidad Autonoma de Guadalajara Facultad de Medicina and completed his residency at West Suburban Medical Center. He sees patients in Oak Park and Elmhurst, Illinois, and speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Williams 4.4 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

accepting new patients
4.4

33 Ratings
40 years of experience
37 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
West Suburban Medical Center
9 written reviews
2 specialties
12 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
6 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Williams' Ratings and Reviews

4.4

33 Ratings with 9 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 11 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (15) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Had a good bedside manner: (16) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Spent time with me: (16) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (16) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Flexible scheduling: (14) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
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Dr. Williams is such an incredible human. His compassion, and caring fore his patients is abundant. I have been with Dr. Williams for nearly 20 years. Without his care, and knowledge, I doubt I would have gotten through everything that I encountered. I truly, honestly can say, I TRUST him and his staff, with my Life! Tina and Sara have always been Professional, courteous, caring, and Funny. Always , making me feel so comfortable and inviting. These Ladies are very knowledgeable in their field, Always willing to lend a helping hand and an ear. If you do anything, MAKE your Appointment with Dr. Don J. WIlliams, He will tend to your every medical need as he is able. Patricia L. Chicago, Ill.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

August 28th, 2018

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This office,I say, "stay away"if you want to stay healthy!His staff is really stupid. No understanding,no compassion,I must say i do blame the Dr for not knowing about this!!

October 16th, 2016

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He is always spot on with diagnosis. I do not know if I would be alive if not for Dr. Williams. I have never had a doctor as caring and understanding. I have been with him for 24 years. He is as good as it gets.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

September 25th, 2016

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Dr. Wiilliams seems to have the ability to diagnose correctly, and without involving specialists who do not have insight into your history. He has helped myself and my family so many times when we have been evaluated at an ED with a totally different and incorrect diagnosis.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

March 10th, 2016

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I never feel rushed. I get all my questions answered. I have been with Dr. Williams for years. He's very thorough and he and the staff are friendly and caring. He's the best!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

February 6th, 2016

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Dr. Williams is a great listener, always providing feedback which is understandable, current, and honest. I have been a patient of his for many years and he is always prompt, polite and very caring.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

May 7th, 2015

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Has been my physician for over twenty years. Will not order unnecessary tests or prescribe unnecessary medications. Will diagnose and guide you correctly. Very professional manner. Thought very highly of and plan to keep as my doctor.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

February 2nd, 2014

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Dr. Williams is extremely knowledgeable; friendly, courteous; and, seems to know exactly what treatment to prescribe as well as whether his patient needs further diagnostic treatment. He does not hesitate to advise you to seek treatment from another physician who is a specialist in whatever field of medicine Dr. Williams feels is necessary.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

November 28th, 2011

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MOST KNOWLEGABLE GOOD LISTNER AND EXPLAINS IN DETAIL IN NORMAL LANGUARE..NEVER HURRIES YOU OUT MAKES YOU FEEL VERY CONFORTABLE AND BETTER WHEN LEAVING OFFICE

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

January 4th, 2011

Elmhurst Memorial Elmhurst Clinic Oak Park

1100 Lake St Ste 230Oak Park, IL 60301

Tel: (331) 221-9000

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm

SunClosed

Elmhurst Memorial Primary Care Associates

1100 Lake StOak Park, IL 60301

Tel: (331) 221-4320

Mon9:00 am - 5:30 pm

Tue8:00 am - 1:30 pm

WedClosed

Thu11:00 am - 6:30 pm

Fri8:00 am - 1:30 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Elmhurst Memorial Hospital

155 E Brush Hill RdElmhurst, IL 60126

Tel: (331) 221-1000

University Of Illinois Hospital

1740 W Taylor StChicago, IL 60612

Tel: (312) 355-4000

West Suburban Medical Center

3 Erie CtOak Park, IL 60302

Tel: (708) 383-6200

Rush Oak Park Hospital

520 S Maple AveOak Park, IL 60304

Tel: (708) 383-9300


Dr. Don Jay Williams, MD	Dr. Adewumi Bakare DMSc, PA-C	Dr. Vanessa Sohn, MD	Dr. Leena Malik, MD
Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.4 (33 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	5 (2 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
40 Years of Experience		14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Spanish, Yoruba, French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, Chinese (Mandarin)	Speaks English	Speaks English
Oak Park , IL	Mesquite , TX	Harwood Heights , IL	Chicago , IL
Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina	Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc	Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Dr. Don Jay Williams holds an expired medical license in the state of Illinois.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Illinois that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at West Suburban Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina in 1986.

NPI Number

Dr. Williams' NPI number is 1447288287.

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Is Dr. Don Williams accepting new patients?: Dr. Don Williams is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Don Williams's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Don Williams affiliated with?: Dr. Don Williams is affiliated with Elmhurst Memorial Hospital.
Where is Dr. Don Williams's office located?: Dr. Don Williams's office is located at 1100 Lake St Ste 230, Oak Park, IL, 60301.
Does Dr. Don Williams accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. Don Williams has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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