Summary

Dr. Jennifer Velasco is a rheumatologist who earned her Doctor of Osteopathy degree from Midwestern University Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed her residency at University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago/Advocate Christ Medical Center in 2018, followed by fellowship training at Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals in 2021. With 11 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Velasco specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting joints, muscles, and connective tissues.

Dr. Velasco practices at Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group locations in Elgin and Geneva, Illinois. She focuses on treating crystal arthritis, which causes sudden joint pain and swelling, as well as inflammatory myopathies that affect muscle strength and function. Her approach includes physical therapy and strength training to help patients maintain mobility and build muscle support around affected joints. Dr. Velasco also utilizes extremity X-rays to evaluate joint damage and monitor treatment progress.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 11 years of experience
  • 15 insurance plans accepted
  • Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Jennifer R. Velasco has 2 locations

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Speaks English, Lithuanian Speaks Arabic, English, Hindi, Urdu Speaks Spanish, Russian, English
Elgin , ILElgin , ILElgin , ILAurora , IL
Med School: Midwestern University Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine, Midwestern University Med School: Gulf Medical University, United Arab Emirates Med School: Government Medical College Srinagar
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Jennifer R. Velasco

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Jennifer R. Velasco has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Jennifer R. Velasco has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Internal Medicine
  • Rheumatologist

Certifications, License, & Education

11 Years Experience

Jennifer R. Velasco holds an active medical license in the state of Illinois.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an active medical license in the state of Illinois that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals in 2021.

Residency

Completed their residency at University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago/Advocate Christ Medical Center in 2018 and University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Advocate Christ Medical Center in 2018.

Medical School

Graduated from Midwestern University Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2015.

NPI Number

Jennifer R. Velasco's NPI number is 1639564743.

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Jennifer R. Velasco's office is located at 1600 N Randall Rd Ste 225, Elgin, IL, 60123.
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