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Joseph Robert Holtman

Joseph Robert Holtman, MD, PhD

Pain Medicine, Anesthesiology

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4.8 out of 5 (143 ratings)

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Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Pain Medicine
  • Anesthesiology

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

Loyola Outpatient Center

2160 S First Ave
Maywood, IL 60153-3328

Loyola Outpatient Center
888-584-7888 View Details

Loyola Medicine Burr Ridge

6800 N Frontage Rd
Burr Ridge, IL 60527

888-584-7888 View Details

About

Academic Title

Professor

Ages Seen

Adults - Over 65
Adults - 18 to 64

Education & Certifications

Education

Education:
University of Kentucky College of Medicine (1995)

Internship:
University of Kentucky College of Medicine (Rotating) (1996)

Residency:
University of Kentucky College of Medicine (Anesthesiology) (1999)

Fellowship:
University of Kentucky College of Medicine (Pain Management) (2000)

Board Certifications

Anesthesiology, American Board of Anesthesiology (2000)

Pain Medicine, American Board of Anesthesiology Subspecialty Pain Medicine (2001)

Provider Ratings

The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy. Learn More >

4.8 out of 5

(143 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.

42 Reviews

09/23/2026

I always count on him to suggest what comes next. He is a kind man.

09/16/2026

He's soft spoken and majes you feel confident that everything is going to be fine, no worries.

09/14/2026

Dr. Holtman has been my pain management doctor for pain for too many numerous years to count. He has managed to counter every obstacle thrown at him by insurance carriers to benefit me and my pain.

08/19/2026

Explained everything. Very nice doctor

07/15/2026

He was clear, I am very happy with the result of the visit.

07/07/2026

He takes the time to listen. He includes you in his health plan. Offer choices. And cares about his patients and staff

06/30/2026

Great Dr & professional and friendly

06/29/2026

Dr Holtman is a very professional caring person. He made me feel very confident in my care in spite of the anxiety and fear I was experiencing. His associate, I don’t remember his name, was very thorough with the explanation of the procedure and made me feel confident that my choice of Dr Holtman was spot on!

06/24/2026

This Doctor had a beautiful bedside manner. He talked to me through the procedure and explained everything that he was doing.

06/23/2026

Dr. Holtman has helped me with my knee before I had surgery.I am happy he is currently helping me with my neck and back pain.

06/09/2026

Dr Holtman is one of the best physicians I have meet with

05/28/2026

Dr. Holtman is a consummate professional that I would highly recommend to others!

05/27/2026

Professional and caring.

05/26/2026

Very thorough

05/21/2026

I have been seeing Dr Holtman for few years now and I always feel confident and contable with him

05/19/2026

Very professional and patient

05/14/2026

Dr Holman always explains what he is about to do during my procedure, very considerate and patient. Thank you

05/12/2026

He was right too the point

05/11/2026

Dr. Holtman is a favorite Dr and works with his patients well.

05/04/2026

Dr Holtman is the best. He knows his stuff and he’s very good at explaining it to you. I am grateful to have him as a provider

04/21/2026

I feel very fortunate to be under Dr. Holtman's care. I know he is an expert in his field and I am receiving the best care possible and for that I am grateful!

04/07/2026

Outstanding

03/04/2026

I'm just thankful for him assisting me

03/02/2026

Felt very comfortable with Dr. Holtman for all the reasons mentioned previously. He treated me as an individual person.

02/24/2026

Very informative

02/24/2026

Muy bien el trato

02/23/2026

Dr. Holtman is a very fine doctor.

02/05/2026

Very thankful for his service

01/26/2026

Great care

01/08/2026

He is one's of the best doctor. And everyone's that's worked with him

01/05/2026

He is a good doctor ♥️

12/31/2025

Bery nice to go to a Dr. who sits down with you and explains things thoroughly. Him and his team are awesome. Inwould recommend them to everybody. Real pleasure to have him as my pain management Dr.Pleasure

12/29/2025

Dr Holtman is easy to talk with about my chronic pain concerns. He has helped me walk better without pain. I have confidence in his skill as a physician.

12/16/2025

He provides the best care. Listens and discusses treatment plans

12/16/2025

Excellent provider

12/04/2025

He’ makes you feel comfortable

12/02/2025

He always talks to you about the least evasive treatment

12/01/2025

If you have pain and need someone who will make the pain go away Dr. Holtman is the man. Better than the fictional character House

11/26/2025

They treated me like what's I ams going through will be ok. And that's very important to me

11/25/2025

Good

11/18/2025

The shots in my head are getting easier or I'm just getting used to them,lol.

11/03/2025

I felt more at ease with the procedure that I will have in December.
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Publications

  • Opioid-induced hyperalgesia and burn pain. Holtman, J. R.; Jellish, W. S.; Journal of burn care & research : official publication of the American Burn Association
  • The novel small molecule α9α10 nicotinic acetylcholine receptor antagonist ZZ-204G is analgesic. Holtman, J. R.; Dwoskin, L. P.; Dowell, C.; Wala, E. P.; Zhang, Z.; Crooks, P. A.; McIntosh, J. M.; European journal of pharmacology
  • Priapism following a lumbar sympathetic nerve block. Sniderman, M.; Raghavendra, M.; Holtman, J. R.; Pain medicine (Malden, Mass.)
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