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Dr. Jerome Kolavo, MD

Dr. Jerome Kolavo, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Jerome Kolavo, MD is an orthopedic spine surgeon in Warrenville, IL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital and Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

27650 Ferry Rd Ste 100 Warrenville, IL 60555
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(630) 225-2663

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Kolavo specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • 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. Kolavo's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kolavo

3.7
15 ratings, 9 with a written review
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1 star
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100% recommend
Dr. Kolavo did a fusion for me in 1991 - yes, that long ago and it was ground-breaking at the time. I did not hesitate back then to recommend him and I would not hesitate now. We viewed surgery as the last resort and exhausted all conservative treatments first.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Detectives Wife – Aug 09, 2024
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Excellent. So glad my daughter had the surgery with him. She's completely healed. Wish we'd gone to him first.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Maria Alderson – Jan 04, 2023
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had l5/s1 spinal fusion in 2003. have been able to do everything after surgery that i did before surgery, even resumed recreational ice hockey 14 months after. dr kolavo answered every question i had. i never left with that 'bum's rush' feeling after a visit with him.
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
3 others found this helpful
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ron matis – Nov 13, 2020
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Dr Kalavo performed 3spine surgeries locations ranging from C3 to S1 over the last 10 years. All have been flawless. Yes, he is dry and very direct. He uses surgery as last resort. He isn't necessarily warm and fuzzy but his staff is. I have always been able to reach the same team of professionals with any questions. Dr Kolavo is at the forefront and uses progressive technology. I can't say enough.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Chris – Sep 29, 2020
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I had major back surgery on July 12th, we highly recommend Dr. Kolavo. He explains everything, answers questions, and concerns. I am feeling great. Doing therapy, going real good. Entire staff great to work with. The PA Michelle Buck also highly recommended.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Rodney Hueber in Malta, IL – Jan 05, 2019
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Professional, responsible, and cautious regarding pursuit of surgical treatment modalities - exploring for any relief through nonsurgical options first. I'm shocked at all this negative feedback about Dr. Kolavo's personality. While I did find him to be mostly very reserved, I greatly appreciated his directness and honesty and will be forever grateful to him for all he has done for me!
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
5 others found this helpful
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Gab San in Wheaton, IL – Aug 15, 2018
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My daughter saw Dr. Kolavo as her scoliosis was beginning to develop. She had some curvature & an 8 degree rib hump. He was rude and dismissive. He would not take an x-ray because he thought it was premature. He said to wait a year & see if the curve got worse. 1 year later her curves were 12 degrees & 24 degrees. Bad advice. We wasted a year "waiting" when we could have been proactively treating her with non surgical methods. He seems to care only if you have an immediate surgical need. $$$
What went well
No results
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
3 others found this helpful
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Angela Stephenson in Wheaton, IL – May 15, 2018
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Completely rude and unprofessional. Told me to "join a gym" and "get some exercise" to help my pain when I have had multiple spinal surgeries. Didn't even bother to do an MRI. Pathetic. Would not recommend him to anyone.
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
7 others found this helpful
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Dekalb, IL – Mar 30, 2017
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I was referred by my primary Doctor, I had an MRI done that showed L4 ruptured disc with nerve displacement, severe narrowing & L5-S1 ruptured with nerve displacement also severe narrowing, loss of function on left side extremities. He told me there was nothing wrong this is normal and that I am diabetic, I have high blood pressure, severely "Fat Obese". Well I'm not Diabetic, No high blood pressure, he misdiagnosed me, I'm now permanently disabled I don't recommend this doctor to anyone...
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
10 others found this helpful
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Roscoe, IL – Aug 18, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

``I follow a thoughtful and conservative approach to treating spinal conditions. It is important that I personally manage care and use my experience to provide the advanced level of spine specialization my patients need and deserve.``

  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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

  • Rush Medical College

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Northwestern University Medical Center

    Residency Hospital

  • University Ill Hosps|university Of Illinois Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1984

  • University Of Illinois College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1983
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Orthopaedic Associates of Dupage LTD27650 Ferry Rd Ste 100 Warrenville, IL 60555
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Practice

Office5 Kish Hospital Dr Ste 203203 DeKalb, IL 60115
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Practice

Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group101 E 75th St Ste 100 Naperville, IL 60565
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Practice

Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group2111 Midlands Ct Sycamore, IL 60178
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:30am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:30am - 4:30pm
    • Sun: 8:00am - 5:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital

    25 N Winfield Rd
    Winfield, IL 60190
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    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

    80%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    15% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • 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

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    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
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