Board-Certified Allergist Hetal Amin, M.D., knows all too well what life is like with an allergy. She has suffered from allergic conditions since she was 5 years old.
Now an allergist for Morris Hospital Allergy Specialists, she is an is an excellent local resource for individuals age 12 and older seeking consultation and treatment for the following conditions:
- Indoor/outdoor allergies
- Food allergies/intolerance
- Chronic respiratory and sinus problems
- Allergic skin disorders
- Allergy induced asthma
To make an appointment call 815-705-1300.
WHERE CAN I SEE DR. AMIN?
MEET THE ALLERGIST:
A native of the Chicagoland area, Dr. Hetal Amin attended the University of Chicago for her undergraduate and the University of Illinois at Chicago for medical school. She completed her residency in internal medicine at the University of Illinois Hospitals, followed by fellowship training in Allergy/Immunology at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center. She also completed training at the Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, which has allowed her to incorporate pediatrics into her practice. Dr. Amin was in private practice in the western suburbs before joining the Morris Hospital medical staff.
As a patient advocate, Dr. Amin is committed to establishing long-term relationships with her patients. She believes in preventive care and encourages patients to actively participate in their health management. Dr. Amin helps patients stay healthy by carefully listening to their concerns, keeping them informed about preventive measures for allergies, and discussing their best diagnosis and best treatment options for allergic disorders, all while treating patients with respect, dignity, compassion and adhering to the highest ethical standards of honesty, integrity, confidentiality, and quality.
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Amin, please call the Morris Hospital Allergy Specialists at 815.705.1300.
DR. AMIN’S OFFICE HOURS
Monday: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Tuesday: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Thursday: 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
HOW DO I SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT?
To schedule an appointment with the Morris Hospital Allergy Specialists, please call 815-705-1300.
HOW DO I PREPARE FOR MY APPOINTMENT?
Please bring a list of current medications and doses when you come to your appointment. For all new patients and follow-up testing appointments, please hold all antihistamines and decongestants 48 hours prior to the appointment. To save time at your first appointment, please go to our Forms Center and download and complete the Allergy Specialists – New Patient Registration Form before coming in for your office visit.
Please arrive 10-15 minutes prior to your appointment time to complete registration and a health questionnaire.
When you come for your appointments, please remember to bring the following:
- Driver’s License or a valid ID
- Insurance information
- Referral Letter (if required)
- Reports, X-rays, MRIs, CT scans, etc. and any other relevant information
- List of medications (if any)
We recognize that your time is valuable, and we make every effort to stay on schedule. Occasionally emergencies or patients require a little more time and may cause delays beyond our control. We apologize if we keep you waiting.
WHAT IF I NEED TO CANCEL MY APPOINTMENT?
If you need to cancel an appointment, please call the office during business hours at least 1 day prior to your scheduled appointment so that we can offer your appointment time to patients on our waiting list.
HOW DO I ACCESS THE PATIENT PORTAL?
We are pleased to offer a patient portal that gives you access to your health information. Please follow this link to our Patient Portal page.
WHERE CAN I GET HELP WITH QUESTIONS ABOUT BILLING?
Please visit our Pay My Bill page for information about ways to pay your bill, who to contact for billing questions, and financial assistance.
IS THERE ANYTHING SPECIAL I SHOULD KNOW AS A MEDICARE BENEFICIARY?
Your provider is committed to delivering the best possible coordination of your care by participating in an Accountable Care Organization (ACO). A care coordinator may get involved in your care to help improve communication between your healthcare providers. Please visit our Accountable Care Organization (ACO) webpage to learn more