Matthew Colman's Online Review Report Card

Easy to schedule an appointment without a super long wait to be seen. The office runs promptly and like a well oiled machine. They copied my MRI, sent me for x-rays, and I was in a room at 3 mins after my appointment time, which I think is amazing since I hadn’t planned for the x-days.Dr Colman was easy to talk to and explained my issue simplistically. He doesn’t rush to surgery but we discussed what conservative treatments we could try first.

Dr. Colman is great! Would highly recommend him!

Dr. Colman spent considerable time with me yesterday. It was my six week after surgery appointment. He showed me X-rays of my condition before and after surgery and explained the health benefits of the procedure. He listened carefully to my reports of pain, stiffness and the exercises I was doing to help the healing process. I feel blessed to have him on my team. He was a wonderful choice very capably supported by his team - Joseph, Janina and Karissa. I would highly recommend them.

Dr. Matthew Colman has such a welcoming, warm personality. From the start, I had complete confidence in him. Facing major spine surgery and choosing the right surgeon was vital in the quality of my life to come. I was calm and confident of his abilities because his demeanor made me feel that way. I was at peace when I chose him and now 6 weeks post surgery, I couldn’t be happier with the outcome. Dr. Colman looked at my X-rays yesterday, turned to me with a big smile and said “this is excellent! I couldn’t be more pleased with what I’m seeing.”He has been such a blessing in my life. I’m feeling confident that a far greater quality of life is right in front of me because of his excellence.

Dr. Colman is precisely what I needed to solve my ongoing neck injury issues. I feel hope and confidence that life will return to normal after having the privilege to become his patient. Dr. Colman and his entire team are at the top of their profession. Caring and consummate professionals in all they do. His qualifications and experience are precisely what I needed. The humble approachable demeanor provides an opportunity to feel comfortable and ask all the questions. His surgical/medical/educational background is beyond impressive. He is well researched in the latest developments and is a published author in the areas of expertise that I need to get better. He has been randomly recommended as the go to Dr. multiple times in my search for the best. I trust Dr. Colman and his team to deliver highest certainty in medical/surgical results possible.

Dr. Matthew Colman recently performed a cervical fusion for me. I think it was successful and I have less pain now. It shall take time to continue to heal. Doctor was very caring before and after surgery. He always informs you of the plan and the next steps in the process.Dr. Colman is very talented and caring and friendly. I would strongly suggest him and Midwest Orthopaedics if you need orthopaedic care.

Excellent, gave me new hope for my back.

Little to no wait to be seen. Office staff is extremely helpful. Dr. Colman is caring and compassionate and actually listens to his patient. He reviewed test results and a plan of care. Always says to call if there is any problems.

The previous comment is absolutely true. Dr Colman is an absolute liar and is only out for money wherever he can get it. I had a surgery over 4 years ago where he was removing a badly herniated disc and a tumor in my vertebrae. I asked him prior if he was going to do a fusion and he said, "nah, Im just going to cut it off!" I really thought a fusion was in order but you know what they say, just listen to your doctor! I should of listened to my gut! After surgery I asked him if the tumor was out. He didn't bring it up. He said yes everything went good with that. Six months later I was in so much pain. My pain management Dr ordered an MRI. My disc totally ruptured and the tumor was still there! He charged my insurance company and didn't even take it out. He said it wasn't cancer and I had other places say they couldn't say if it was or not for quite a while I wasn't even sure if I had cancer. I had an independent MRI done which I paid for. I asked the radiologist if the tumor had ever been operated on. He said no, you need to make a medical board complaint. He put it in writing on the report that it was never operated on. I brought that to Dr Colman and showed him the report. He said, "Are you saying I didn't do what I said I did?" I said no, the doctor is! He asked if he could call the radiologist. I said sure because how could I stop him. He argued with the radiologist and he tried to get him to change the report. He would not. I heard the radiologist say, I see no evidence of post operative change or biopsy. Dr Colman hung up on him and said he is just a community radiologist. He is actually a board certified radiologist. I asked Dr Colman if he could see my point of view. He yelled, no I cannot. I was in shock. I even went back one more time to try to get him to fix my back that was so painful. He wanted me to go to pain management in Chicago and I live hours away. No way, he was just pushing me aside. I did make the medical board complaint and it was detailed and had the proof. Good lawyers and I found out after the fact they deleted alot of my records and put things in to make me look bad. Medical board did open a case but who knows what kind of garbage his lawyers said. When someone amends a record they have to put a line through the old records and put the new one underneath. Mine was deleted and it just said amendment. He thinks I don't know this!!!! I waited 3 years in excruciating pain, my spine was a mess. I had a big surgery with a huge recovery. This guy doesnt care about patients. I see he hasn't changed after reading this previous comment. Money is all he cares about. He does so many side jobs. Hes a spokesman for companies that the hospital buys your plate from. There's different types of plates so make sure you are getting the right one for you. You can be sure he's using the ones he sponsors and maybe gets kickbacks or vacations. Some incentives. He also works for a company doing second opinions. I hadnt heard about the workmen's comp stuff he does. He is a narcissist for sure, hiding behind lawyers and Rush hospital. Everything I say is the truth and I have medical records to prove it. Beware of this Doctor. Hes a great salesman. Just wants your insurance money at any cost. He will definitely charge your insurance company for ghost procedures , if he has the opportunity. Most patients dont find out because he is the one following their care, so how would they. Its sad because I trusted him completely. He betrayed me. He could care less. I hope he's happy with himself and the way he handles his patients. Then he lies through his teeth even will right to your face. I used to be really hurt but now I just feel sorry for him. Hes an empty shell of a human. Please do not trust this Dr . He is a con artist.

Dr Colman is a very nice doctor explaining medical matters in a very professional way .He performed a surgery on my knee 2 yrs ago and done a great job I would highly recommend DR Colman for all orthopedic issues .