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Barbara Soltes, MD, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Palos Heights, IL

BarbaraASoltesMDFACOG, NCMP

Obstetrics & Gynecology Palos Heights, IL

Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility

Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Rush University Medical Center

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  • Office

    12400 South Harlem
    Palos Heights, IL 60463
    Phone+1 708-385-6710
    Fax+1 708-385-6949

Summary

  • Dr. Barbara Soltes is an obstetrician/gynecologist in Palos Heights, IL and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Advocate Christ Medical Center, Rush University Medical Center, and Rush Oak Park Hospital. She received her medical degree from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and has been in practice 38 years. She also speaks multiple languages, including Spanish. She specializes in reproductive endocrinology & infertility and is experienced in menopause, hysteroscopy, reproductive endocrinology and infertility, hashimoto's thyroiditis, and post-menopausal osteoporosis. She has more than 100 publications and over 50 citings.
  • Center for Womens Care Specialized Gynecology & Endocrine Healthcare

    Center for Women's Care 12400 S. Harlem Ave. | Suite 110 | Palos Heights, IL 60463 Phone: 708-385-6710 Fax: 708-385-6949 Center for Women's Research 12400 S. Ha

Education & Training

  • Rush University Medical Center
    Rush University Medical CenterFellowship, Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, 1990 - 1992
  • SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University
    SUNY Downstate Health Sciences UniversityResidency, Obstetrics and Gynecology, 1986 - 1990
  • Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai/NYC Health and Hospitals (Elmhurst)
    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai/NYC Health and Hospitals (Elmhurst)Internship, Internal Medicine, 1985 - 1986
  • Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount SinaiClass of 1984
  • Loyola University of Chicago
    Loyola University of ChicagoBA, Sociology, Biology, 1980 - 1984

Certifications & Licensure

  • IL State Medical License
    IL State Medical License 1990 - 2026
  • NY State Medical License
    NY State Medical License 1986 - 2011
  • American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology Obstetrics & Gynecology

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Top Doc in Chicago Castle Connolly, 2019, 2021-2022
  • Top Docs in Chicago Chicago Magazine, 2011, 2014, 2019-2022
  • Chicago Magazine - Women's Health Castle Connolly, 2006, 2010-2011, 2015, 2019-2020
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Clinical Trials

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Return to menses after cessation of a continuous oral contraceptive  
    Davis, A. Soltes, B., et al., Fert Steril, 1/1/2008
  • Safety and Efficacy of a Continuous once-a-week 17 Beta Estradiol/levonorgestrel transdermal system and its effects on vasomotor symptoms and endometrial safety in pos...  
    B. Soltes, Menopause Group., Menopause, 1/1/2002
  • Triphasic Norgestimate-Ethinyl Estradiol for Treating Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding  
    B. Soltes , Contraceptive Study Group., Obstetrics and Gynecology, 1/1/2000
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Books/Book Chapters

Abstracts/Posters

  • The impact of medical training on the recognition, diagnosis, and treatment of Endometriosis
    Soltes, B. King, J., Rush Theta Xi Research Week, 1/1/2010
  • Osteoporosis Awareness among health care providers
    Grimes,E , Soltes, B. Singh, P, Bae, S, Shott, S, Larson, S., American College of Obsterics and Gynecology Annual Meeting, 1/1/2009
  • Correlation of C-Reactive Protein and Night Sweats in Endometriosis Patients.
    King, J., Soltes, B., Rush Theta Xi Research Week, 1/1/2008
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Lectures

  • Sexy Senior – A Guide to Aging Sexuality 
    Rush Medical Center - 1/1/2015
  • Chronic Pelvic Pain in Aging Women 
    Rush Center for Pelvic Health - 1/1/2014
  • Current Concept in Menopause 2013 
    1/1/2013
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Other

  • Hormonal Changes in a Woman’s Brain 
    WMAQ TV (NBC)
    Chicago, Illinois - 1/1/2014
  • Dangers of YAZ 
    WMAQ TV (NBC)
    Chicago, Illinois - 1/1/2009
  • Menopause: Head to Toe 
    Discover Rush Magazine
    1/1/2006
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Press Mentions

  • 50 Unexpected Health Problems After 50
    50 Unexpected Health Problems After 50July 3rd, 2019
  • The Six Biggest Health Mistakes Women Make in Their 50s
    The Six Biggest Health Mistakes Women Make in Their 50sSeptember 9th, 2016

Grant Support

  • Genetic Evaluation and Modification of Lifestyles to Improve Female life Expectancy (GEMLIFE)Private Grant2020–2025

Research History

  • Center for Women's Research Clinical DirectorPrincipal Investigator on over 125 published clinical trials on women's health2000 - 2025

Professional Memberships

Other Languages

  • Spanish