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Dr. Zenaida Vivar, MD

Dr. Zenaida Vivar, MD

Pediatric Psychiatry*
55+ years of experience

Dr. Zenaida Vivar, MD is a pediatric psychiatry specialist in Palos Heights, IL and has over 55 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Santo Tomas in 1967. She is affiliated with medical facilities Advocate Christ Medical Center and Ingalls Memorial Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.7 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 2.7 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

7808 W College Dr Ste 2W Palos Heights, IL 60463
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(708) 361-5110

At a Glance

  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Vivar's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Vivar

2.7
15 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 star
33%
33%
4 star
7%
7%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
13%
13%
1 star
47%
47%

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Worse as time went on
Not the best experience. In the beginning it was great and she was helpful. But I dont think she really listens to what i am saying on how the medication is effecting me or not helping. Im going through an extremely difficult time and my medication isnt helping. Her solution was shock therapy. I began to steadily decrease trust, and my mental health has been so much worse because of it. Now im terrified to tell her my medication isnt helping
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Jan 31, 2022
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Horrible. Doesnt see patients after appointments are made and doesn't notify patients.
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
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Aug 13, 2020
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First appointment was great. I didn't want to leave. She's very comforting.
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
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Mar 13, 2018
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Dr. Vivar did not make me feel comfortable. Our appointments felt rushed and I didn't feel like she made an effort to understand how I was feeling and being affected by my medication.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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Oak Lawn – Dec 30, 2017
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I love Dr Vivar. She had helped my dad with his depression and anxious so much since he has started seeing him. She always fills his scripts, is very easy to get an appointment with and I've never never had any issue with the people at the front desk. As for the person below me review, I've never had any problems with the staff and I've talked to all of the ladies and the guy. As to my knowledge a Shannon does not even work there, she must be talking about a different office.
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
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Oak Forest, IL – Aug 06, 2016
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i've been out of my medication for days now and trying to refill it. I wouldn't have had this problem if she filled them like she said she would a week ago. Also the women who work at the front desk and answer phones are INCREDIBLY RUDE. They always have an attitude and treat me terribly whether its over the phone or in person. They all seem like they hate their jobs. The one i've had the most problems with is named shannon. She's the worst. I would not tell anyone to go here.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
2 others found this helpful
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Alice in Chicago, IL – Aug 01, 2016
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Dr Vivar has my best interests in my treatment of depression and ADD.
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
4 others found this helpful
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Oak Lawn, IL – Jun 08, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Zenaida Vivar, MD is a pediatric psychiatry specialist in Palos Heights, IL and has over 55 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Santo Tomas in 1967. She is affiliated with medical facilities Advocate Christ...read more

  • Pediatric Psychiatry

  • Family Medicine

  • Psychiatry

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

  • Illinois State Psych Inst

    Residency Hospital, 1978

  • Little Company Of Mary Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1974

  • University Of Santo Tomas

    Medical School, 1967

  • University Of Santo Tomas, Manila

    Undergraduate School, 1962
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Locations

Practice

Office7808 W College Dr Ste 2W Palos Heights, IL 60463
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Advocate Christ Medical Center

    4440 W 95th St
    Oak Lawn, IL 60453
    Recipient of 27
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Ingalls Memorial Hospital

    1 Ingalls Dr
    Harvey, IL 60426

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    76%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    8% lower than the national average

    70%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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