Rick Carlson, CNP

Internal Medicine, Primary Care

(815) 935-2784

5 out of 5 (154 ratings)

Locations

Riverside Medical Group - Internal Medicine Bourbonnais

400 Riverside Drive
Suite 2100
Bourbonnais , IL 60914

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Monday

8:00am - 4:30pm

Tuesday

8:00am - 4:30pm

Wednesday

8:00am - 4:30pm

Thursday

8:00am - 6:00pm

Friday

8:00am - 4:30pm

Riverside Medical Group - Internal Medicine Bourbonnais

(815) 935-2784 View Details

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About Me

Rick Carlson, CNP, is a primary care provider in Bourbonnais who cares for children and adults with a relationship-centered approach to everyday health needs.

I was born premature, and my family spent a lot of time around hospitals when I was young. After having pneumonia as a child, I remembered the doctors who took extra time and made me feel safe. That stayed with me. I was first drawn to ministry, but healthcare became a way to serve people in a different setting. "People are not numbers." I believe care works best when I meet patients where they are, learn their goals and help them move toward the best quality of life possible. I earned my Master of Science in Nursing from Olivet Nazarene University and am certified through the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. My practice includes primary care for children and adults, health guidance and support for ongoing concerns. I try to make visits practical, respectful and focused on what matters most to the patient and family.

Education

Graduate Degree:
Olivet Nazarene University - Master of Science in Nursing

Board Certifications

American Association of Nurse Practitioners

Age Groups Seen

Children & Adults (All Ages)

Provider Ratings

5 out of 5

(154 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

43 Reviews

03/20/2026

Rick was awesome and patient as he flushed out her ear.

02/22/2026

I am always very pleased with my visits. The Dr always listens to my questions and concerns

02/17/2026

Rick is very thorough and knowledgeable. He provided me with written information about RSV vaccinations and answered my questions. I always learn from Rick.

02/16/2026

Very professional and caring.

02/10/2026

He's exceptionally good

01/30/2026

Rick Carlson is the best

01/30/2026

Great service!

01/28/2026

Rick Carlson is an excellent PA. Very thorough very knowledgeable. He has helped me when others (the ER) have failed.

01/22/2026

NP took time to answer all my questions

01/20/2026

Rick is one of the best I've seen. Very knowledgeable and compassionate in his concerns about my problems.

01/14/2026

Rick explained what he was going to do and why? I appreciate his sensitivity, caring nature, and knowledge.

01/04/2026

Rick Carlson is the best!

01/02/2026

Rick Carlson is very thorough and provided appropriate advice and treatment plan

01/02/2026

Rick is a truly great provider. The care and attention he provides is rare these days.

12/23/2025

Absolutely positive

12/10/2025

Rick Carlson is a great guy

11/29/2025

Rick took his time explaining everything. He is very efficient

11/24/2025

Very down to earth and easy to talk to. He genuinely listened and was very thoughtful

11/18/2025

Very helpful with explanations

11/18/2025

Rick Carlson was tremendous! Knew so much about possible treatments off the top of his head, citing clinical studies, etc. Rick listened attentively about my concerns about potential treatment and allayed them.

11/16/2025

Rick is always a pleasure to see, he's very personable and extremely knowledgeable, I can't say enough good about him.

11/11/2025

Very efficient and knowledgeable.

11/07/2025

Good

10/28/2025

Rick is thorough, knowledgeable and kind. Great people skills

10/27/2025

No problems

10/09/2025

Rick Carlson NP is the best there is.

09/22/2025

Rick Carlson NP WAS VERY THOROUGH AND PROFESSIONAL

09/20/2025

Rick is always a thoughtful, caring provider. He always takes time to explain when I have questions or concerns.

09/09/2025

Dr Carlson is one of the best Drs in the area. He takes the time to listen to what you have to say and genuinely cares. I have recommended him to many people.

09/08/2025

Rick Carlson is the greatest! He listens, asks questions, explains things, asks my opinions about issues that concern me, makes sure I understand.

09/04/2025

Rick very friendly, professional, listen to me about my problems

08/22/2025

Good

08/19/2025

Felt like we accomplished a lot. He's very understanding.

08/14/2025

Rick Carlson was very thorough and very informative!

08/04/2025

Rick did an excellent job answering my questions and encouraged our dialogue when I had a question about a prescription. He was very attentive.

07/30/2025

Rick was great. Took time to listen to my concerns and get material for me to read through. Very impressed with my visit today.

07/17/2025

I got bad news the other day about my condition. Rick carleson called me later to express his condolences.

06/30/2025

Excellent. Rick was great!

06/24/2025

He did a very good job and asked me questions and answered them well.

06/24/2025

Rick is great.

06/13/2025

This was the best appointment I ever had. Rick Carlson spent a long time with me and was genuinely concerned about my issues and gave great advice to resolve them.

06/09/2025

Rick is great

06/01/2025

Rick c. Was helpful and professional in every way . He explained very complicated issues in a helpful manner

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