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Dr. James Matheu, DO

Dr. James Matheu, DO

Family Medicine*
30+ years of experience

Dr. James Matheu, DO is a family medicine physician in DeKalb, IL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Midwestern University Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1992. He is affiliated with medical facilities Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital and Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4 Star Rating
Based on 4 reviews 4 Star Rating (4 reviews)

Practice

626 Bethany Rd DeKalb, IL 60115
Telehealth available
(815) 306-2700

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Matheu specializes in the area of Family Practice/OMT. • 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
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Matheu's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Matheu

4.0

4 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
75%
75%
4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
25%
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
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Feb 07, 2020
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
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Sycamore, IL – Feb 15, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
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Cortland, IL – Jan 06, 2019
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About Me

care philosophy

``Better people means better experiences. Our care team is committed to delivering results that change lives.``

  • Family Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Franciscan St James Health

    Residency Hospital, 1995

  • Midwestern University Chicago College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 1992
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians®
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Family Practice/OMT
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Locations

Practice

Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group626 Bethany Rd DeKalb, IL 60115
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital

    300 Randall Rd
    Geneva, IL 60134
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    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

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital

    1 Kish Hospital Dr
    DeKalb, IL 60115
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all 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

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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