Dawn Vernon is a board certified Adult Nurse Practitioner. She received her BSN in 1993 at Millikin University and MSN in 2006 from Northern Illinois University. She is an active member of Illinois So… Read more ›
she was the first doctor to listen to me. i finally felt that i was being heard. I think we finally found out what was going on with me and i am so thankful for her help. If i didnt see her today i would still be stressed out,but now i can finally relax.…
| University | Degree | Focus | Graduated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millikin University | Bachelors Degree | BSN | 1993 |
| Northern Illinois University | Medical Degree | M.S.N. | 2006 |
| Role | Organization | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Board Certified | APN-Illinois | Present |
| Board Certified | APN-Illinois | Present |
| Professional Member | Illinois Society for Advanced Practice Nursing | Present |
| Professional Member | American College of Gastroenterology | Present |
| Professional Member | American Gastroenterological Association | Present |
| Professional Member | American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy | Present |
| Professional Member | American College of Cardiology | Present |
Accepts New Patients: Yes
Vernon specializes in treating the following types of patients:
Medical Philosophy: Traditional Medicine
More info: We accept Cash; Check; Visa; MasterCard and Discover.
Offers Financing/Payment Plans?: Yes
Bills on a Sliding Scale?: Unknown
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
“My experience with dawn went amazing”
she was the first doctor to listen to me. i finally felt that i was being heard. I think we finally found out what was going on with me and i am so thankful for her help. If i didnt see her today i would still be stressed out,but now i can finally relax.
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
Dr. Vernon has always been very attentive and has always answered all of my questions.
“Dr.Vernon was very attentive and answered all of my questions!”
Dr. Vernon has always been very attentive and has always answered all of my questions.
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
she's doing great in helping us
“we're getting better.”
she's doing great in helping us
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
She made me feel comfortable during my visit by answering all my questions and what to expect going forward.
“very patient with my questions”
She made me feel comfortable during my visit by answering all my questions and what to expect going forward.
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
Answered questions in a way I could understand and explained clearly what to expect moving forward.
“Very clear explanation of the plan moving forward.”
Answered questions in a way I could understand and explained clearly what to expect moving forward.
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
Very caring and personable. I am so glad we have this office and Dawn here in Rockford.
“Rest Assured”
Very caring and personable. I am so glad we have this office and Dawn here in Rockford.
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
She made me feel comfortable when explaining my diagnosis with me. Made me feel like i understood what she was telling me
“She makes me feel comfortable when talking to me.”
She made me feel comfortable when explaining my diagnosis with me. Made me feel like i understood what she was telling me
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
excellent experience and knew what was going on before walking in the room
“very informative”
excellent experience and knew what was going on before walking in the room
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
Dawn's approach makes me feel like im important and she is going to help find answeres for me.. i wish she were in private pratice..
“extremly helpful, goes the extra mile, listens to me,”
Dawn's approach makes me feel like im important and she is going to help find answeres for me.. i wish she were in private pratice..
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
very nice and helpful
“she is great”
very nice and helpful
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
She is good at her job.
“painless”
She is good at her job.
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
i understood everything she said and she explained it so i understood what was happening
“she was very clear what needed to be done.”
i understood everything she said and she explained it so i understood what was happening
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
two other doctors treated my symptoms only. she ordered a test, found the problem, and prescribed the correct medicine.
“diagnose my problem”
two other doctors treated my symptoms only. she ordered a test, found the problem, and prescribed the correct medicine.
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
answered all my questions well. smiles and laughs, very important
“very professional and attentive”
answered all my questions well. smiles and laughs, very important
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
good
“very helpful”
good
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
explained everything clearly and answered my questions
“very thorough and professional”
explained everything clearly and answered my questions
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
Very nice experience overall.
“Outstanding.”
Very nice experience overall.
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
Dawn was very good at explaining herself and answering any questions I may have had. I am very happy with having her when it is it is too difficult to see my normal MD.
“Wonderful”
Dawn was very good at explaining herself and answering any questions I may have had. I am very happy with having her when it is it is too difficult to see my normal MD.
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
Dawn always treats me with dignity and respect. We even laugh about things. She is totally great in every way possible. Thank you, Dawn!!
“Dawn is exceptional!”
Dawn always treats me with dignity and respect. We even laugh about things. She is totally great in every way possible. Thank you, Dawn!!
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
OK so far
“So far so good”
OK so far
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
overall good experience
“result”
overall good experience
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
very informitive
“very helpful”
very informitive
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
professional and friendly
“very satisfied”
professional and friendly
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
this follow was very good. Dawn related and took time to hear what i needed to say. I did not felt rushed or like i was just another check in the box.
“very good”
this follow was very good. Dawn related and took time to hear what i needed to say. I did not felt rushed or like i was just another check in the box.
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
it was a comfortable experience.
“great”
it was a comfortable experience.
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
feeling a little more at ease
“getting answers that i needed for my problem”
feeling a little more at ease
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
Dawn was very informative and helpful in guiding me to finding answers for my pain.
“efficient and effective”
Dawn was very informative and helpful in guiding me to finding answers for my pain.
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
very satisfied with my appt
“very satisfied with my appt”
very satisfied with my appt
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
just a check before going on blood thinner
“great”
just a check before going on blood thinner
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
she gave me good news and expressed how happy she was for me, congratulated me, went through the things i have done right and how much of a difference it has made for me. Yay.....im leaving a very happy girl today and it always helps to be treated with kindness, compassion and true excitement for the patient. Thank you so much!
“fantastic visit”
she gave me good news and expressed how happy she was for me, congratulated me, went through the things i have done right and how much of a difference it has made for me. Yay.....im leaving a very happy girl today and it always helps to be treated with kindness, compassion and true excitement for the patient. Thank you so much!
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
Dawn knew exactly what I needed from looking at my history with her. She explained to me that what was working before is what I needed to be on and not what my family dr. said. I really appreciate her looking at my file and seeing me as a me as a person and not as a number.
“It was positive.”
Dawn knew exactly what I needed from looking at my history with her. She explained to me that what was working before is what I needed to be on and not what my family dr. said. I really appreciate her looking at my file and seeing me as a me as a person and not as a number.
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
good so far...
“Very reassuring.”
good so far...
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
personable listened to concerns explained plan of treatment
“professional and courteous listens to concerns”
personable listened to concerns explained plan of treatment
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
Went to provider for GI issue. She was extremely confident, intelligent, and went right to work. Spent maybe 2 minutes in total with me minus by explanation on my being here. Felt rushed but ultimately she felt like a knowledgeable doctor I can trust.
“Very knowledgeable and professional but I felt rushed.”
Went to provider for GI issue. She was extremely confident, intelligent, and went right to work. Spent maybe 2 minutes in total with me minus by explanation on my being here. Felt rushed but ultimately she felt like a knowledgeable doctor I can trust.
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
clear directions, listens to my concerns
“great”
clear directions, listens to my concerns
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
I am happy that she came in and took me seriously and ordered some tests right away so we could figure this out.
“She came in gave me an exam and then ordered some tests.”
I am happy that she came in and took me seriously and ordered some tests right away so we could figure this out.
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
Wonderful experience. Made me feel like she really took the time to make sure I understood everything I was being told. I loved that she reviewed my chart and history before speaking with me as well as helping me understand the financial aspect. She was winderful.
“Very helpful and friendly.”
Wonderful experience. Made me feel like she really took the time to make sure I understood everything I was being told. I loved that she reviewed my chart and history before speaking with me as well as helping me understand the financial aspect. She was winderful.
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
Very friendly and seems to be quite knowledgeable.
“so far so good.”
Very friendly and seems to be quite knowledgeable.
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
Dawn has always been able to assess my symptoms, clearly explain the problem, and offer solutions. I feel hopeful after meeting with her.
“Dawn listened to my concerns and diagnosed the multiple symptoms”
Dawn has always been able to assess my symptoms, clearly explain the problem, and offer solutions. I feel hopeful after meeting with her.
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
I felt the doctor was genuinely interested in my concerns and was thorough in explaining why everything was fine considering my history.
“Reinforced sense of I'm OK”
I felt the doctor was genuinely interested in my concerns and was thorough in explaining why everything was fine considering my history.
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
Amazing she always makes me laugh and makes sure i understand everything
“GOOD!”
Amazing she always makes me laugh and makes sure i understand everything
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
Dawn answered questions and explained things in layman's terms that I could understand. She was positive, funny and very helpful. Since I don't have a diagnosis yet, she was explaining why a colonoscopy would help figure out what these symptoms mean. I'm thankful she took the time to do that.
“Thankful for her explanations”
Dawn answered questions and explained things in layman's terms that I could understand. She was positive, funny and very helpful. Since I don't have a diagnosis yet, she was explaining why a colonoscopy would help figure out what these symptoms mean. I'm thankful she took the time to do that.
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
always been very thorough an concerning with my health an needs
“very exceptional service”
always been very thorough an concerning with my health an needs
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
She was amazing and knew what to try to help my symptoms, and IT WORKED! She is amazing and everyone should see her!
“I have my life back!”
She was amazing and knew what to try to help my symptoms, and IT WORKED! She is amazing and everyone should see her!
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
fine
“very good”
fine
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
Dawn explained things very well and answered my questions and made me feel at ease
“Dawn was very attentive during this visit”
Dawn explained things very well and answered my questions and made me feel at ease
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
dawn was great
“great”
dawn was great
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
she was very nice.
“very good”
she was very nice.
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
Willing to listen and get to understanding the issues.
“Good”
Willing to listen and get to understanding the issues.
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
I thoroughly enjoy coming here. Dawn and the entire staff are so kind and sweet. Thank you to all. I have been to many many doctors since my work accident in 2012. I know the difference of great care and not great care. This place is always GREAT CARE.
“Always excellent care”
I thoroughly enjoy coming here. Dawn and the entire staff are so kind and sweet. Thank you to all. I have been to many many doctors since my work accident in 2012. I know the difference of great care and not great care. This place is always GREAT CARE.
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
Dawn was professional, friendly and answered my questions thoroughly. I did not have to wait long for any staff member. When I arrived, I was a bit anxious, but I'm leaving with comfort knowing what's next and understanding why. The rest of the staff was exceptionally friendly as well.
“A Very Good First Impression”
Dawn was professional, friendly and answered my questions thoroughly. I did not have to wait long for any staff member.
When I arrived, I was a bit anxious, but I'm leaving with comfort knowing what's next and understanding why. The rest of the staff was exceptionally friendly as well.
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
quick and responsive they did not play any games when it came to getting me seen and have a scope! Dawn is amazing and understandable!
“overal service is great!”
quick and responsive they did not play any games when it came to getting me seen and have a scope! Dawn is amazing and understandable!
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
symptoms discussed,test ordered
“feel im in good hands”
symptoms discussed,test ordered
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
she has helped me tremendously
“great experience”
she has helped me tremendously
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
thank you very much im happy
“dr dawn is great friendly and got my problem solved”
thank you very much im happy
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
Awesome experience.... very good with explaining what is needed, next step etc. Made me feel very comfortable.
“Awesome - Very Nice”
Awesome experience.... very good with explaining what is needed, next step etc.
Made me feel very comfortable.
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
the whole staff in the RGA office is excellent,from the ladies up at the front to the ladies in the patient room. We love this place and everyone in it ;0
“lovely”
the whole staff in the RGA office is excellent,from the ladies up at the front to the ladies in the patient room. We love this place and everyone in it ;0
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
willing to listen and help get to the bottom of the issue.
“ibs sufferer”
willing to listen and help get to the bottom of the issue.
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
Dr. Vernon has been the best doctor I've had when it comes to my illness. It has been a wild ride, but her decision making and expertise makes me feel comfortable coming here.
“The best doctor I've had the last three years.”
Dr. Vernon has been the best doctor I've had when it comes to my illness. It has been a wild ride, but her decision making and expertise makes me feel comfortable coming here.
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
Listens well to concerns and is wanting to get to the reason for the symptoms. Has a clear plan and trust in her decisions.
“Office visit”
Listens well to concerns and is wanting to get to the reason for the symptoms. Has a clear plan and trust in her decisions.
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Ltd - 401 Roxbury Rd
From the check-in through the Diagnosis, all was excellent. Made one feel at ease. Receptionist was wonderful too.
“Excellent in every way”
From the check-in through the Diagnosis, all was excellent. Made one feel at ease. Receptionist was wonderful too.
Comment - “ My experience with dawn went amazing ”
she was the first doctor to listen to me. i finally felt that i was being heard. I think we finally found out what was going on with me and i am so thankful for her help. If i didnt see her today i would still be stressed out,but now i can finally relax.