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Ozair M Ziauddin, MD

Ozair M Ziauddin, MD

Rheumatology
Franciscan Physician Network
Languages Spoken
English, Urdu

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About Me

Education

Medical School:
Ross University School of Medicine

Residency:
University of Chicago- Northshore Internal Medicine Residency

Fellowship:
University of Illinois at Chicago, Rheumatology Fellowship

Board Certifications

Rheumatology, American Board of Internal Medicine

American Board of Internal Medicine

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Insurances Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Anthem HIP
  • Anthem Medicaid
  • BCBS IL
  • CareSource
  • Cigna Health Plans
  • Cofinity
  • Community Health Alliance
  • Corvel
  • Department of Labor
  • Devoted Health
  • Franciscan PHO Northern Indiana, LLC.
  • Healthcare Finest Network
  • Humana
  • Lutheran Preferred
  • Managed Health Services
  • Managed Health Services MarketPlace
  • Medicaid IL
  • Medicaid IN
  • Medicare IL
  • Medicare IN
  • Medicare Rail Road
  • Molina Health
  • MultiPlan/PHCS
  • Preferred Network Access
  • Sagamore
  • SIHO
  • Tricare/Humana Military
  • United Health Care
  • United Health Care Medicaid
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Provider Ratings

4.9 out of 5

(382 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.

200 Reviews

03/11/2026

great patient contact and care

03/10/2026

Explains things well.

03/09/2026

He is really good at helping you and your condition.

03/09/2026

He is very kind, caring and understands what his patients are going thru and helps as best as he can….

03/08/2026

Because he’s a wonderful doctor that next the to talk with me , discuss my yes results good and bad and he’s always very personable

03/04/2026

Dr. Z is Wonderful, KIND, understanding, positive polite, caring,most of all AWESOME!!! Thank you ☺️

03/03/2026

As I said above Dr. and patient understanding!

03/03/2026

Listens to patient and understands your worries. Don't every leave wondering like I wasn't heard

02/28/2026

If they had a question he would have the answer and if he didn’t know the answer he would find the answer.

02/28/2026

Very professional

02/28/2026

He is a wonderful doctor. I trust being in his care.

02/26/2026

Very thorough and helpful.

02/26/2026

Professionalism and results

02/25/2026

I have great confidence in Dr. Ziauddin. His care and expertise have guided me through flares to better health.

02/25/2026

Knowledgeable and really cares

02/25/2026

Very nice, informative, and considerate.

02/23/2026

Same as above. Also he made me very comfortable as a new patient.

02/20/2026

Dr Ziauddin and his staff are always compassionate & knowledgeable

02/18/2026

Doctor Z very polite very was able to understand what's talking to me. And we changed some of my medications. So thank God for me, having my doctor's E.

02/18/2026

Dr. Ziauddin is friendly, understanding, cares about my concerns, and makes me feel that my health concerns are important. I am so grateful that he is my doctor.

02/18/2026

You can't get much better than having a doctor that works with you instead of just talking at you. Completely thorough visit, listened and answered all of my concerns and questions.

02/17/2026

Dr. Z listens and response accordingly.

02/16/2026

Dr Ziauddin is very caring respectful always and he is a great Dr.

02/16/2026

no rushing, willing to answer all questions that a layman could understand, very knowledgeable, offered different choices and gave reasons why, explained the game plan

02/15/2026

Seen by 2 physicians. Think a resident and the attending Dr. I was very impressed with their expertise and they took me seriously. Took their time, listened to all my medical concerns and conditions. Updated my records in Epic, even updated my medications. Explained everything to me and assured me we were going to find out why I was having these symptoms and how to relieve them. Very thorough, like I was at University of Chicago again. Very happy with my visit and the results.

02/15/2026

Dr. Ziauddin always listens and answers any questions I may have. He is easy to talk to and speaks in words a lay person can understand.

02/14/2026

Very thorough and all options were explained fully.

02/10/2026

Dr Z is very caring and compassionate. He is friendly, knowledgeable, and a good listener

02/09/2026

He is very knowledgeable and caring to your needs and pain.

02/09/2026

Dr Z always takes time to ask and answer any and all questions I have. I’ve never felt rushed and I always leave on a positive note!

02/06/2026

He’s understanding of my wishes. He explains things ell

02/06/2026

His concern helping solve my medical issue

02/06/2026

Dr. "Z" is great.

02/05/2026

Both Doctors explained their Decision in detail, on why they don’t want to see me back for 7 months. I still left in pain and feeling defeated with NO answers or treatment.

02/05/2026

Very knowledgeable and engaged during our visits.

02/05/2026

He's a great doctor that cares about his patients.

02/05/2026

They're a pretty good team

02/03/2026

He has the expertise to address my health concerns and provides a positive experience.

02/03/2026

Very knowledgeable, and understanding

02/02/2026

Wonderful bed side manner

01/27/2026

Very easy to talk to. He listens to you, does not rush you. Is always ready to try something new. He shows concern for you & is very kind. His office staff , from the receptionist, to his medica assistant are aways very helpful!

01/27/2026

Both Dr's z are very kind and caring they talk down to earth

01/27/2026

Informative and Doctor listens to you.

01/27/2026

I have already recommended him to friends and family.

01/26/2026

Very personable doctor. Easy to talk to and understand.

01/23/2026

He good in planning a plan that works for me and my illness

01/21/2026

He is very thorough and answers all my questions.

01/20/2026

He’s knowledgeable and helpful. Seems to want to help his patients.

01/18/2026

A great Dr

01/16/2026

Efficient and friendly

01/15/2026

I am new to rheumatology and Dr. Z. I find him very professional, thorough and very nice and willing to answer a lot of questions.

01/15/2026

Professional, simple, cordial, and knowledgeable

01/15/2026

Like above attentive, caring and thorough.

01/12/2026

My doctor Z is very good, attentive, cares about your concerns and makes sure you understand everything before u leave his office. Dr. Z has great bedside manners and very personable.

01/12/2026

He actually listens and addresses your concerns thoroughly.

01/07/2026

He is a great Dr.

01/07/2026

He is very calm and patient. He ensures that you understand the plan of care.

01/06/2026

He’s a nice doctor . He explains & listens

12/27/2025

He is caring and knowledgeable.

12/20/2025

Great Doctor

12/17/2025

Very nice and knowledgeable

12/16/2025

Takes time to discuss how I am feeling and suggests alternatives for my maintenance program.

12/15/2025

They are informative

12/15/2025

He always is careful to listen and then talk through what your condition and treatment plan are.

12/12/2025

Great doctor

12/10/2025

Throughout the visit, he took the time to explain a plan of action to address my health issues & treatment.

12/09/2025

Dr Ziauddin always takes the time to listen to me, he includes me on my treatment options, and he makes me feel like he truly cares about me and my well-being as a patient, not just a dollar sign. He is very understanding and always goes above and beyond to help me receive help with treatment costs and copay relief. Something I have not experienced in the past. I honestly can't say enough, a Dr that makes you feel like they care about your quality of life as much as your family, amazing!

12/08/2025

Same answer as above! He takes the extra time with me always to make sure Im doing well and my needs are met.

12/08/2025

He truly listens very carefully to what you are saying, and then asks questions. You do not feel rush, and that he generally cares for your welfare. He offers different solutions, and understands your needs.

12/04/2025

He truly shows interest in his patients

12/03/2025

Dr Z is very knowledgeable. Explains things thoroughly. Discuss care options with me. I appreciate his kindness and understanding also!!!

12/02/2025

He's the best!

12/02/2025

Very caring and thorough in his care. Takes the time to listen to his patients.

11/20/2025

Very caring and thorough .Listens to patients.

11/18/2025

Dr Ziauddin always takes the time to listen to my complaints and work up the best treatment plan or optiond for it.

11/18/2025

He’s the Best and caring

11/16/2025

Dr. Ziauddin is very knowledgeable, kind and answers all my questions

11/11/2025

He has been handling my rheumatology issues for several years & is always interested in me not only as a patient but as a person.

11/08/2025

Dr. Ziauddin always answers my questions quickly and makes best decision for my autoimmune disease.

11/06/2025

THE AWESOME, GREAT, AMAZING, BEST RA DOCTOR. He is God sent to us that are needing medical help with our RA. I would recommend him to Any and Everyone. 💯💯💯💯💯

11/05/2025

Dr. Z is very thorough in what he does. He took a personal interest in the issues that I was facing and thoroughly reviewed my progress. Good bedside manner.

11/04/2025

Easy to talk to & takes time to explain what exactly is happening

11/04/2025

Very through

10/30/2025

Gets involved with patient-really cares

10/30/2025

Dr Z.is very nice ,he makes sure everything is explained

10/29/2025

Outstanding people skills.

10/29/2025

He’s smart, thorough, and conscientious. I also believe he truly cares about his patients.

10/28/2025

He is a very caring Doctor he makes sure you understand what to do and take when you are in pain and it sure does work he's very respectful to all his patients and iam Blessed to have him for my Doctor

10/28/2025

He cares, follows-up, and listens.

10/24/2025

Always consistently friendly, knowledgeable, professional, relatable. Upbeat. Will notice health issues in MyChart beyond rheumatology and inquire whether these are being addressed. Takes time to explain. Unrushed. Top notch physician.

10/23/2025

I like that my doctor explains everything to me, and will expand with ever question.

10/21/2025

is straight forward

10/21/2025

He listens and truly cares what you are going through.

10/20/2025

As above

10/17/2025

Dr took all of my concerns into consideration, asked me a lot of questions, and gave me a plan for treatment without dismissing me.

10/16/2025

Dr.Z is very compassionate about what he is doing. Very respectful of Franciscan. He is wonderful about spending time with you & giving you support in answering all your questions.

10/16/2025

Dr. Z takes time to figure out your concerns.

10/14/2025

I haven’t felt this heard by a medical team in a very long time. Dr. Z and his entire team were wonderful, and compassionate! I feel that no matter the results of my tests, I’m in the right place for care.

10/08/2025

Takes time with patients. Willingly answers questions and concerns. Knowledgeable and friendly.

10/07/2025

Very knowledgeable & attentive

10/06/2025

He was thorough & caring, explained everything well.

10/03/2025

I just like him as a care giver. He is compassionate and does a great job.

10/01/2025

he is easy to talk to a down to earth Dr

10/01/2025

They explained all the reasons why I was having so many issues. With my hands

09/30/2025

Brilliant, caring and professional.

09/26/2025

Very friendly and takes his time with you.

09/23/2025

Good bed side manner. Straight to the point

09/22/2025

Awesome Dr

09/22/2025

he seems to remember me and has a no rush approach giving me his full attention.

09/21/2025

He listens.

09/20/2025

I feel confident that he will show all of his patients the care that he gives to me.

09/18/2025

Caring and thoughtful

09/16/2025

He's a good doctor he explains things well

09/11/2025

Excellent doctor who takes time with his patients.

09/11/2025

Doctor was great explaining my illness and medication journey.

09/08/2025

I was thankful for his Knowledge because I was scared and concerned.

09/04/2025

Dr. Ziauddin is thorough, takes his time to discuss what is bothering or what might have changed. His staff is polite and very professional. I am very pleased with the care I receive.

09/03/2025

Dr Z takes time and listen to your concerns and explains everything so you understand.

09/03/2025

Dr. Ziauddian is very through and explains everything in a way you can understand. You feel as though he hears you and he is proactive in getting to the bottom of things.

09/03/2025

He is very easy to talk to and knowledgeable.

08/30/2025

He listens and cares.

08/29/2025

He listens to your medical issues and answers any concerns you may have.

08/28/2025

I have visited 3-4 different rheumatologists in different markets and Dr .Ziauddin is one of the most knowledgeable, physicians I have had. He always takes time to listen and ask insightful questions too.

08/28/2025

I thought his analysis of the my condition was well thought out and outside the box.

08/28/2025

They see very knowledgeable and sincere about my complaints They recommend what seemed like the best solution to help me to get better this is my first time seeing them And they seem genuine

08/26/2025

I liked him. He listened well and explained things well.

08/26/2025

Knowledge of RA problems.

08/19/2025

Very patient and thorough

08/17/2025

He was attentive concern and caring. Took time for my care

08/14/2025

Shared and gave me health information/results on the LiveWell app (which I hardly use) and spoke to me in an understandable manner about my condition and how it affects my life.

08/13/2025

Personal informative caring

08/12/2025

Very thorough and explains things to you.

08/11/2025

Feel he really listens to me

08/11/2025

The entire team didn’t rush me. Dr. Z spent time listening to me. I felt like he heard me and I appreciated the shared decision making. Dr. Z gave me information, helped me make an informed decision about next steps, and did not pressure me into anything. Dr. Z also gave the fellow a chance to learn and showed her how to perform a special exam on my hand. He was patient with her and a great teacher, which I thought was nice. All in all, I had an excellent experience and I would absolutely recommend this office!

08/06/2025

He has a good bedside manner!!

07/31/2025

Amazing service

07/31/2025

As previously stated Dr Ziauddin was very knowledgeable & explained the process I was seeking in a friendly easy to understand manner.

07/30/2025

Fantastic person

07/30/2025

Dr. Z is very thorough and appreciate him doing his job as well as he does

07/29/2025

Takes time to explain what’s going on

07/29/2025

Dr. Z is wonderful. So kind and considerate. Listens to all concerns.

07/27/2025

Exceptional bedside manner. He initially reviewed my medical history and consulted with my nephrologist on my treatment plan.

07/25/2025

Great mammer- compassionate and caring. Good listening skills.

07/24/2025

Professional, easy to discuss issues and concerns, does not rush through the appointment, take away a feeling of being heard and knowing he does care for your well being to keep you as healthy as you can be

07/23/2025

He’s the Best

07/22/2025

He is an amazing physician who truly cares about his patients. He is the best!

07/22/2025

Dr. Z is a fantastic doctor. He listens and takes time to explain never making you feel like you are a taking his time . He cares about his patients.

07/21/2025

Very friendly Answers all my questions Explains what needs to be done next

07/21/2025

Great doctor answer all my questions and his nurses are great

07/20/2025

Friendly and concerned dr.

07/17/2025

Extremely knowledgeable

07/17/2025

Dr was very informative and listened to all of my concerns and shared all of his advice and opinions to me. Very great experience with him and his team!

07/16/2025

Doctor is wonderful!

07/15/2025

Hoping it’s a 10, my only experience and believing he’s on the same search for answers as I have been on.

07/14/2025

Patient care is excellent!

07/14/2025

Dr. Ziauddin has been a true gift. He is knowledgeable, takes the time to understand what I'm dealing with, and includes me in the decisions about my treatment. I have seen a steady improvement since being with Dr Z. He has truly given my quality of life back and honestly I don't think my words do him justice.

07/12/2025

He is the best

07/12/2025

I am very pleased with my rheumatologist choice.

07/11/2025

Took very great care of me!

07/07/2025

I love Dr Ziauddin he listens to me. He reads my chart. He asks me questions about my health and pays attention.

07/07/2025

Well he’s a good Dr

07/02/2025

Dr Z is always considerate & thoroughly discusses my care with me.

06/30/2025

Doctor Ziauddin helps me make an informed decision. He listens to my concerns.

06/29/2025

They tell me what is going on in a way I can understand

06/25/2025

He was on point w6 all my health issues

06/24/2025

He is a sincere doctor and takes the time to ask questions and to go over any concerns and procedures he has ordered. I feel that I will get some answers to my questions after completing the testing he has ordered.

06/24/2025

He listens to my concerns and remembers them at my next appointment. He explains well and I have the utmost confidence in him.

06/16/2025

I already have 4 family members see him all day nothing but great things about him

06/10/2025

I like the fact that Dr. Z takes a personal interest in my wellbeing.

06/04/2025

Dr Z was very caring, had a good listening ear and very thorough.

05/29/2025

Dr Ziauddin is just an amazing physician, one of a kind. He truly cares about his patients. His presentation is very welcoming and warm, yet detailed and professional. Does not rush he wants to make sure excellent service is provided. So grateful to have him as my physician.

05/22/2025

Dr Ziauddin is extremely competent besides being kind and compassionate

05/20/2025

I trust him

05/19/2025

I have had many Doctors before but he listens to what problem you have and always helps you with it thank you Doctor Z

05/18/2025

I feel that they would get excellent care from him.

05/14/2025

Dr. Z is concerned about you. He always asked you how you are doing. Always willing to spend time with you to discuss any changes you may have in your life.

05/13/2025

He tells you like it is answer any questions that you might have

05/13/2025

Very supporting.

05/09/2025

I have referred him many times over. Dr. Ziauddin is smart, professional, he cares and helps you maintain your good health - or to get you there.

05/09/2025

Dr. Z works diligently to determine the cause of your health concerns. He takes sufficient time to discuss the issues.

05/08/2025

The information that Dr. Ziauddin provided and his professionalism.

05/07/2025

Polite and understanding

05/01/2025

He is informative. He also was willing to repeat almost everything he said to my mom and was patient with her. He was very gentle and told her what he was going to do before each step of giving her a knee shot. Kind.

04/29/2025

Caring, thorough and responsive.

04/23/2025

Knowledgeable and interested about all medical issues I may have had with other ailments and considers how they may effect my treatments.

04/22/2025

Dr. Ziauddin does not rush my visits. He listens to what I have to say and considers my my needs in designing a plan of care.

04/22/2025

He’s a caring and thorough.

04/18/2025

My Dr is caring, concerned, kind, informative and works with me to find options individual to my needs.

04/16/2025

Very knowledgeable, explained so much to me .

04/10/2025

I was recommended to him by my daughter Lisa Koontz.

04/10/2025

Dr. Ziauddin has the best bedside manner and earnestly listens to my concerns. I truly feel he personally cares for me and my rheumatological problems. I have complete trust in him.

04/08/2025

He is caring and sincere

04/07/2025

I’ve already recommended him to family and friends.

04/04/2025

Takes the time needed to listen to my concerns and review previous visits and test. Is concerned about complete treatment

04/03/2025

He's wonderful.

03/31/2025

He is great at Rheumatology and your concerns. He knows what kind of tests you need and meds you need if any!

03/25/2025

He is so understanding of your medical problems and will do everything he can to help you get pain free or at least better.

03/23/2025

Intelligent, and compassionate

03/21/2025

Dr Z is awesome. He is very thorough. Knowledgeable. Explains things well. Is a great listener. I feel like I am in great care with him.

03/20/2025

Great caring Dr.
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