Robert S. Katz, MD, is a Professor of Medicine and a leading expert in the field of rheumatology with experience in both research and patient care. Dr. Katz was honored to be listed on U.S. News & World Report’s Top Doctors rankings, considered to be among the top 1% of doctors in his specialty nationwide. He was also recognized in Chicago magazine’s January 2012 issue as one of 494 top doctors in metro Chicago—chosen from the more than 35,000 medical doctors in the area. During a Congressional briefing in March 2012, Dr. Katz shared his experiences treating patients with lupus every day. “When you see a lupus patient who doesn’t look sick, it’s hard to imagine she suffers from a disease causing such fatigue and pain that she literally cannot make it to work or pick up her child from school,” Dr. Katz explained.

Patient reviews

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Overall rating

4.82

Wait time

4.53

Bedside manner

4.88

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Great communication from everyone, highly efficient process. Nurses and Dr. Katz were very friendly and supportive.

March 30, 2026Jolie M.Verified patient

The doctor did not provide follow-up and staff is very unorganized. This visit was a waste of time and money.

December 11, 2024Nichole S.Verified patient

Dr. Katz and his staff were warm, caring, and responsive to my needs and concerns. I could not recommend this team more!

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A perfect doctor! Very polite, sweet, no rush, attention to my concerns. The staff are great too, specially his assistant.

December 10, 2019Daniela T.Verified patient

He's smart and kind. I like the staff too. They are fast, efficient, nice, helpful! So good! A very positive experience!!!

Janel S.Verified patient

Dr Katz was very nice and covered all the bases. I felt like my needs were met and that the care plan made sense.

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He was very friendly and comforting. Staff was also excellent. I felt like i was in good hands ?? Diane v

December 2, 2019Diane V.Verified patient

Very knowledgeable and thorough. Put my mind at ease and took his time to answer my questions.

May 27, 2015Peter N.Verified patient

Very thorough and thoughtful. He really takes the time to diagnose the issue without guessing.

October 22, 2019Alexander W.Verified patient

Really listened to my concerns and family health history - definitely knows what he’s doing.

August 31, 2021Kaitlynn S.Verified patient

Dr. Katz is warm, intelligent and I did not feel rushed at all. I would highly recommend him!

February 1, 2017Sara C.Verified patient

Dr. Katz and his staff are very professional, helpful and freindly. Highly recommended.

Ali N.Verified patient

Dr. Katz has incredible bedside manner and is extremely competent in his field.

June 30, 2021Mindy D.Verified patient

Great customer service, friendly staff and Dr. Katz is a compassionate person

Candice H.Verified patient

Great, I felt as if he would get me so answers why I'm in so much pain.

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Doctor great, but they have this answering service Zocdoc that is horrible and I feel all my messages left are so delayed

December 12, 2025Micheal A.Verified patient

Dr. Smile was very good listen to my concerts and staff was very friendly and I did not wait long to get seen.

January 31, 2026Erica S.Verified patient

Dr. Small was a great doctor friendly staff professional and kind and efficient

April 29, 2026Kelvia C.Verified patient

Dr Small listed to my problems and had a response for me. Great manners highly recommend

September 29, 2025Israel M.Verified patient

Always friendly and truely cares. Very good listener.

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Dr. Small is attentive and knowledgeable. I was able to get more support around unanswered questions about my health.

January 24, 2023Camesha J.Verified patient

He listened to my ailments and came up with a plan. I am very pleased with the Dr. and staff. The staff is outstanding. ??

September 30, 2020Denise R.Verified patient

I found my doctor. He takes the time to go over any questions I might have. He is great at calling back as well.

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Dr. Smart was very nice and professional. He was also very attentive to my concerns.

August 4, 2024Evelyn M.Verified patient

The entire staff was very personable and professional and knowledgeable about my case.

March 7, 2021Cassandra T.Verified patient

Dr. Small was very friendly and made me feel very comfortable.

October 14, 2024Paige R.Verified patient

Great experience. Excited to finally have a specialist back on my care team. She even knew my old (retired) rheumatologist.

February 23, 2026Saul M.Verified patient

Kind, thorough, validating, and attuned professional care. This visit gave me clarity and hope!! Highly recommend.

February 17, 2026Rachel T.Verified patient

Felt listened to. Gave it to me straight. Appreciated how much time she spent with me.

August 19, 2026Mary G.Verified patient

Dr Small was very caring. She explained everything to me. She was very thorough.

Darwyn HVerified patient

Great experience. She spent time with me listening to my concerns and was honest about her ability to help me

December 9, 2024Carolyn K.Verified patient

Dr. Small was great and tried to help as much as she could even though my issue was primarily a dermatologist problem.

September 29, 2023Melissa E.Verified patient

Dr. Small was amazing. Incredibly kind and thourough. The entire office staff is great as well. Can’t say enough good things.

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My experience with Dr. Small was nothing short of amazing. She was pleasant, patient and very receptive to my concerns.

Jasmin G.Verified patient

Amazing doctor, so caring and really took her time to listen to me and and tried to figure out the root cause.

December 14, 2023Noureen M.Verified patient

Dr. Small and the staff were wonderful! Quick with great bedside manner and didn’t dismiss my problems

March 12, 2024Marianna F.Verified patient

Excellent visit. Thorough and concerned about my problems.

February 4, 2026Kyle B.Verified patient

Dr.Small was very approachable and informative. She listened to my concerns. I would recommend her

December 20, 2023Jill J.Verified patient

Great efficient team And doctor was very nice and thorough, helpful and validating

February 10, 2025Sofia N.Verified patient

I felt very comfortable and understood by Dr. Small. I am very happy with my decision to see her.

May 2, 2023Jessica W.Verified patient

Attentive, thorough listener, appreciate her approach and bedside manner. Highly recommend!

April 9, 2024Tiffany G.Verified patient

Amazing! She is friendly and welcoming and very knowledgeable!

October 21, 2025Tom R.Verified patient

Dr. Small is delightful. She is an excellent listener. I would recommend her without hesitation.

May 4, 2021Phyllis H.Verified patient

Dr. Katz Small was amazing and asked a lot of questions and seemed to really want to help me.

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Dr. Small was really good and friendly. She explained everything very well.

November 22, 2024Rajalaxmi S.Verified patient

She listened with compassion and gave me time to explain my symptoms.

July 9, 2024Rebecca O.Verified patient

Doctor was amazing and listened so well, very helpful

May 2, 2025Heather S.Verified patient

I felt she said heard and was given clear communication about next steps

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Dr. Small was very friendly and knowledgeable. I had a great experience

March 16, 2023Lorena R.Verified patient

Incredible doctor!! Felt listened to for the first time in a LONG time.

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