Dr. Saulat Mushtaq, MD

Rheumatology*FemaleAge 47

Rheumatology*

Dr. Saulat Mushtaq, MD is a rheumatologist in Bethalto, IL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Mushtaq has extensive experience in Vasculitides and Osteoporosis & Screening. She graduated from Dow Medical College, Dow University Of Health Sciences in 1998. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Memorial Hospital Belleville and Missouri Baptist Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. Saulat Mushtaq, MD

Practice

159 E McArthur Dr Ste 3 Bethalto, IL 62010
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Accepting new patients

Dr. Mushtaq is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Mushtaq specializes in the areas of Geriatric Medicine & Rheumatology. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Mushtaq's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Mushtaq

3.7
81 ratings, 60 with a written review
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3 star
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1 star
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Excellent Physician
My husband has went to Dr Mushtaq since 2017. He was pleased with her. So, when She opened up an office in my community, I decided to give her a try. She is working diligently to help me with my situation. I think that she is a very caring person. I would not hesitate to recommend her to my family and friends.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Judy Wallace – Dec 05, 2024
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Knowledgeable and competent
Very friendly. Analyzed my health issues and made recommendations. Suggested a new medication and elaborated with all the pros and cons. Very punctual. And was in office longer than any other doctor I have.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Don – Oct 15, 2024
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Unhelpful
Saw the Dr. only once and I tell everyone who asks how unhelpful she was. I have chronic pain and fatigue and went to her looking for answers. She was efficient and to the point, but in the worst ways. After looking at my medication she asked me over and over if I was sure I wasn't just depressed, seeming to not believe me. At one point she pressed on my joints and gauged my reactions before saying that I didn't have fibro because I wasn't sensitive. I was in pain all the time! Of course I wouldn't react to her prodding. She asked me over and over again if I was sure I wasn't taking Testosterone, because I am a female who has hair growth on my face. She then confirmed that I was just depressed and that was the cause of my pain. I felt patronized, unheard, and uncared for; the absolute opposite of how a doctor should make anyone feel.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Unhappy Patient – Jul 31, 2024
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She is kind and addresses issues promptly.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Jul 12, 2024
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Rheum
Was very attentive and addressed my problems professionally
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Galvin – May 24, 2024
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Mushtaq
Fantastic response - great communication - best advice given in years !A plus plus
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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O'Brien – May 23, 2024
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Helped with my pain
Dr was able to provide pain related.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 21, 2024
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Dr. Mushtaq takes time with her patients and does not rush thru your appointment. She listens to what you have to say and she cares about your health and well being.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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May 17, 2024
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Wonderful doctor. Anderson Hospital needs to take a good look at Dr. Mushtaq and how many people she is helping, around 2,000 actually. Don’t understand why Anderson Hospital wants to let her go. Their loss as I will follow her, not Anderson Hospital. Shame on you Anderson Hospital for only caring about money and not the patients.
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
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KathyDuncan – May 16, 2024
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good doctor
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
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stone – May 14, 2024
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Dr mushtaq
Sad that Dr mushtaq has to change locations !! I would like to follow her
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Margaret – May 07, 2024
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Dr. Mushtaq. The Best!!
Telehealth
It is a shame with the new CEO from Anderson medical hospital has done to Dr. Mushtaq. He has kicked her out an office at the hospital and she has 2000 patients in the area who will now have no doctor or have to maybe travel to St. Louis. of course more most people with rheumatoid arthritis are not able to drive to St. Louis and they’re all older people so I guess the hospital doesn’t care about older people. she is a very caring doctor. She worries about her patients. I hope somehow we can all help. Edna Zika
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Edna. Zika – May 07, 2024
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Fantastic Personable Clinician
Dr Mustaq is thorough and patient; she takes the time to understand patient goals and presents an appropriate treatment plan. She's a fantastic clinician!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Display Name – May 07, 2024
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office visit
i was very happy with my visit, doc was thorough and knowledgeable. I would recommend her to family and friends.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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linda C – May 02, 2024
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my review of Dr Mushtaq
Dr Mushtaq was warm, caring, and very interested in how I have been doing as a patient. This was my first visit and I was extremely impressed.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Mary G Olson – Apr 30, 2024
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best doctor
i have travelled in military all over US and i think Dr Mushtaq is bestfirst one to stop my pain and help me with my condition
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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charlotte – Apr 29, 2024
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I have had four rheumatologist over the course of my psoriatic arthritis. dr. Mushyaq As informative and courteous as any of the doctors I’ve seen. I think she does great work.
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
Pam kelly – Apr 27, 2024
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office visit
excellent rheumatologist, will definitely refer to others, very happy with service
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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rhonda – Apr 26, 2024
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rheumatologist
happy with care, she is nice and polite, helped me with all questions, tried to help me with aches and pains, shot is helping a lot
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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roberta – Apr 25, 2024
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rheumatology
Dr. was very responsive and helpful.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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brenda – Apr 24, 2024
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Here to help and care for my patients 
  • Rheumatology

  • Geriatric Medicine

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  • St Joseph College

    Undergraduate School
  • Rush University Medical Center (chicago, Il)

    Fellowship Hospital, 2010
  • St Joseph Hospital| Chicago

    Residency Hospital, 2007
  • St Joseph Hospital| Chicago

    Internship Hospital, 2005
  • Dow Medical College, Dow University Of Health Sciences

    Medical School, 1998
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine
Geriatric Medicine
Rheumatology
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Dr. Mushtaq is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Arthritis wellness Care159 E McArthur Dr Ste 3 Bethalto, IL 62010
    1

    Hannibal Regional Medical Group

    Hannibal Regional Medical Group6500 Hospital Dr Hannibal, MO 63401
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Missouri Baptist Medical Center

      3015 N Ballas Rd
      Saint Louis, MO 63131
      Recipient of 19
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all awards

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

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% higher than the national average

      80%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • HSHS St. Elizabeth's Hospital

      1 Saint Elizabeth Blvd
      O Fallon, IL 62269
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

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

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      81%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      6% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Missouri Baptist Sullivan Hospital

      751 Sappington Bridge Rd
      Sullivan, MO 63080

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

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      82%
      Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

      5% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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