Alfonso Bello, MD | Glenview, IL | Rheumatologist

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Dr. Alfonso Bello has practiced rheumatology for 36 years and is affiliated with Glenbrook Hospital. He treats osteoarthritis, venous skin ulcer, and systemic lupus erythematosus, and sees patients for rheumatoid arthritis, dermatomyositis, polymyositis, and gout.

He completed his fellowship at Duke University Medical Center in 1996 and his residency at Lutheran General Hospital in 1993, and earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine. He sees patients in Glenview, Illinois, and speaks English and Spanish.

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accepting new patients
3

24 Ratings
36 years of experience
1 insurance plan accepted
speaks English, Spanish
Duke University Medical Center
13 written reviews
2 specialties
14 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Male

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

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24 Ratings with 13 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 14 Minutes

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Patients’ Perspective

Gave an accurate diagnosis: (9) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Had a good bedside manner: (9) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Spent time with me: (9) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (8) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Flexible scheduling: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
Staff was courteous: No Ratings

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He is a horrible Dr. who does not take his time to share details. He is not patient and actually beyond rude. Has no loyalty to his patients as I had seen him for over 20 years and over an insurance issue he made my already horribly painful life even worse.

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Needs Improvement

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

May 7th, 2021

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Avoid!!!Dr rushes you through appointments, could care less. Good luck getting the medical assistants and people to answer the phone and do their jobs correctly.

August 15th, 2020

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Will not recommend and go back again.

May 4th, 2020

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Staff and his clinical team is horrible! very hard to get in touch with doctor. More painful to deal with his team than my own pain.

May 4th, 2020

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Do not talk and explain any diagnosis. Will not go again.

March 25th, 2020

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Do not waste your time with Dr. Bello. He doesn't care about your pain and your problem. Spends no more than 5 mins discussing nor knowing its details.Medications were wrongly given and when asked for A CHANGE OF PRESCRIPTION, his nurse insisted on coming to office or give us a helpline call which will be charged with the insurance.What a sucker, waste of money and time.

March 25th, 2020

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Medical assistant yelled and spoke over me. Tacit condoning of unprofessional behavior from everyone there including the doctor.

February 17th, 2020

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Became a patient 2 years ago as I suspected I had RA although many doctors denied I had this disorder. Dr. Bello was able to provide a clinical diagnosis confirming RA and other autoimmune disorders. He thinks beyond test results to understand the underlying issues.

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 21st, 2017

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I never got to see the doctor. I called and was sent to his secritary. The secritary was extremely rude. She yelled and spoke over me. She made it a point to explain that it takes a long time to get in to see the doctor and because he does not need patents, he is busy as is already. In that case, I did not bother to schedule and went to another doctor.

Did Well

Needs Improvement

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

April 26th, 2016

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Dr Bello is kind and gentle. Getting an injection in ones back can be pretty scary but he takes the fear away.

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 3rd, 2015

Illinois Bone & Joint Institute

2401 Ravine WayGlenview, IL 60025

Tel: (847) 998-5680

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

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Alfonso Bello, MD	Dr. Gowhar Ahmed Khan, MD	Dr. Linda Caryn Wagner-Weiner, MD	Dr. Kristin Jiyoung Lee, MD
Rheumatology	Rheumatology	Rheumatology	Rheumatology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3 (24 Ratings)	3.7 (19 Ratings)	3.9 (13 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
36 Years of Experience	49 Years of Experience	47 Years of Experience	25 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Russian, Spanish	Speaks Polish, Spanish	Speaks English
Glenview , IL	Aurora , IL	Chicago , IL	North Chicago , IL
Med School: University of Illinois College of Medicine	Med School: Government Medical College Srinagar	Med School: Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center	Med School: Kyung Hee University College Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Arthritis
Bursitis / Adhesive Capsulitis
Gout
Knee Osteoarthritis
Lupus
Osteoarthritis
Osteoporosis
Pain
Polymyalgia Rheumatica
Rheumatic Diseases
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatologist
Scleroderma
Tendinitis

Alfonso Bello 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

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Duke University Medical Center in 1996.

Residency

Completed their residency at Lutheran General Hospital in 1993.

Internship

Completed their internship at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in 1991.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1990.

NPI Number

Alfonso Bello's NPI number is 1942252697.

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Which hospitals is Alfonso Bello affiliated with?: Alfonso Bello is affiliated with Glenbrook Hospital.
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Where is Alfonso Bello's office located?: Alfonso Bello's office is located at 2401 Ravine Way, Glenview, IL, 60025.

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