I have been practicing cardiology for 26 years with my philosophy being to educate, support and encourage patients and their families to be involved in their care. I take time to answer patient’s questions about their conditions and treatment options. Many patients I see require invasive procedures and it is important they understand the risks and benefits of these procedures as well as all other noninvasive options to treat their condition such as lifestyle changes and medical interventions. I am available for questions even after patients leave the office. I believe in compassionate and respectful care for patients as if they were my own family.
Chris Kolyvas, MD
Cardiology
Practices In:
Joliet, New Lenox
Patients Seen:
Adults
Board Certifications
Cardiology, Interventional Cardiology
Languages
English, Spanish, Greek
Awards & Accolades
Rated as Top 3 Cardiologist - ThreeBestRated.com
2000
Patient Choice Award
2000
Physician of the Year Finalist 2012 at Presence St. Joseph Medical Center
2012
Physician of the Year at St. Joseph Hospital, Joliet
2018
Clinical Interests
Cardiology, Interventional cardiology, Vascular disease, Coronary, Peripheral, Carotid and Valvular disease, Arrhythmias, Congestive heart failure, High blood pressure, Cholesterol abnormalities, Blood clots, Pulmonary hypertension, Heart related disorders, Angiograms, Angioplasties and IVC filter placement and removal
Personal Interests
My time is dedicated to my family, faith and friends but I like to golf, fish and hike
Memberships
American College of Cardiology
American Medical Association (AMA)
Ascension Saint Joseph Hospital, Joliet
Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers
Palos Community Hospital
Silver Cross Hospital
School
Loyola University
Stritch School of Medicine
Graduation Date:
1987
Degree:
MD
Residency
Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine
Resident in Internal Medicine
Fellowships
Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine
Cardiology
Provider’s Research
Currently primary investigator for Platinum trial at Presence St. Joseph Medical Center site
Procedures
24-Hour Holter Monitoring, 30-Day Event Monitoring, CT (Computed Axial Tomography), Cardiac Stress Testing, Cardiac Testing, CardioMEMS™, Cardioversion, Complex Coronary Interventions, Complex Coronary Interventions, Coronary CT Angiography, Coronary Stent Placement, Diagnostic Testing, EKG Stress Testing, Echocardiographic Stress Testing, Echocardiography Stress Testing, Electrocardiogram (EKG), Heart Failure Clinic, Imaging, Left Heart Catheterization, Lower Extremity Angiography, MUGA Testing, Peripheral Interventions, Pharmacologic Stress Testing, Right Heart Catheterization, Rotational Atherectomy, Tilt Table Testing, Vascular Stenting