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Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD

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(Joaquin C. Brieva, MD)
Specializes in: Physician and Dermatology (Skin Disorders)
Universidad del Norte (1983)
Professional interests include: granuloma annulare, skin issues, acne
676 N St Clair Street Arkes Pavilion, Suite 1600
Chicago, IL 60611

Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD is a physician provider in Chicago, IL specializing in physician and dermatology (skin disorders). He graduated from Universidad del Norte in 1983 and has 43 years of experience. Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern Medicine Department of Dermatology and Skin Biology and Diseases Resource-Based Center.

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Office Locations

676 N St Clair Street Arkes Pavilion, Suite 1600
Chicago, IL 60611
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Some issues Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD can help you with:

Skin Issues

The skin is the largest organ in the body, protecting and covering the more sensitive inner organs. Considering its size and that it is constantly exposed to the elements, the skin is usually relatively problem-free. However that doesn't mean that issues don't come up from time to time that might need the help of a professional. The most common skin issues that people seek medical help with are cosmetic issues, acne, eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, and skin growths.

Professional cosmetic skin treatments exist to treat wrinkles, scars, dark spots, remove excess hair, tone and tighten skin, and otherwise improve the appearance of the skin. They may use lasers, light therapy, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, or many other forms of skin treatment.

Acne occurs when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells, most commonly on the face or back. The clogged follicles can then become infected and inflamed. Treatments include antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, and retinoid creams.

Eczema is dry, sensitive skin that causes an itchy red rash, often in response to specific triggers. It is common in childhood but can sometimes last into adulthood. The main treatment involves keeping skin well moisturized.

Dermatitis is the medical name for any kind of skin inflammation or rash. Rashes can happen because of an allergy or contact with an irritating substance. They may be red, itchy, or even painful. They are often treated with antihistamines or moisturizing creams containing cortisone.

Psoriasis is patches of thick, red skin that is covered in silvery scales. It is often itchy and sore. Psoriasis is thought to be caused by an immune disorder, and it runs in families. Psoriasis is not contagious. There is no cure, but there are medicated creams available to treat the symptoms.

Skin growths, including warts and moles, are usually not serious. However, some skin growths should be examined by a doctor to make sure they don't cause problems in the future. Warts are harmless, rough, bumpy growths caused by a viral infection. They occur most often on the hands and feet. Because they are caused by a virus, they are contagious. Moles are brown or black spots that are sometimes raised slightly from the surface of the skin. They happen when clumps of pigment cells form in a cluster instead of spread out. Moles are harmless except that they are more vulnerable to cancer than other parts of the skin. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, and its risk increases with sun exposure and fair skin tone.

Skin issues can be embarrassing or irritating, but most are minor and can be treated without serious problems. Some, however, can be a sign of a more significant issue, so it is important to see a doctor for anything out of the ordinary.

In The News 

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD in 2024

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 25%

By Volume:

removal of skin lesion

By Affordability:

removal of lesion

In 2012, among providers in related specialties within Illinois, Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD performed more removal of skin lesion (growth or mark) procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of them and he also had a list price for removal of lesion (e.g. growth) that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of them. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD treated as a physician provider in Chicago, IL during 2012 were phototherapy (light therapy), removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and hospital care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures 93
doctor visit 1123
hospital care 118
inpatient care 118
phototherapy (light therapy) 425
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 257
skin procedures 257

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD treated as a physician provider in Chicago, IL during 2013 were phototherapy (light therapy), removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and hospital care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures 108
doctor visit 1301
hospital care 121
inpatient care 121
phototherapy (light therapy) 427
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 240
skin procedures 240

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD.

Gender
Male 486
Female 451
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 738
Black 99
Hispanic 67
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 452
From 75 to 84 260
85 and over 96
Less than 65 129

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD in 2013

Hypertension 57
High Cholesterol 49
Stroke 4
Ischemic Heart Disease 29
Depression 18
Chronic Kidney Disease 21
Asthma 8
Osteoperosis 11
Atrial Fibrilation 12
Heart Failure 16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 10
Diabetes 25
Dementia 7
Cancer 12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD treated as a physician provider in Chicago, IL during 2014 were phototherapy (light therapy), removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures 128
doctor visit 1387
hospital care 76
inpatient care 76
phototherapy (light therapy) 392
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 253
skin procedures 253

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD.

Gender
Male 465
Female 463
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 695
Black 118
Hispanic 75
Asian 20
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 443
From 75 to 84 279
85 and over 94
Less than 65 112

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD in 2014

Hypertension 55
High Cholesterol 48
Stroke 4
Ischemic Heart Disease 32
Depression 16
Chronic Kidney Disease 20
Asthma 8
Osteoperosis 9
Atrial Fibrilation 11
Heart Failure 15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 9
Diabetes 23
Dementia 6
Cancer 13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD treated as a physician provider in Chicago, IL during 2015 were phototherapy (light therapy), removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures 163
doctor visit 1494
hospital care 109
inpatient care 109
phototherapy (light therapy) 383
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 352
skin procedures 352

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD.

Gender
Male 1066
Female 1054
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 1646
Black 220
Hispanic 160
Asian 0
Other 52
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 1038
From 75 to 84 626
85 and over 210
Less than 65 246

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD in 2015

Hypertension 55
High Cholesterol 48
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 30
Depression 20
Chronic Kidney Disease 22
Asthma 9
Osteoperosis 9
Atrial Fibrilation 11
Heart Failure 15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 9
Diabetes 23
Dementia 7
Cancer 13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD treated as a physician provider in Chicago, IL during 2016 were phototherapy (light therapy), removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures 161
doctor visit 1364
hospital care 139
inpatient care 139
phototherapy (light therapy) 719
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 401
skin procedures 401

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD.

Gender
Male 537
Female 514
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 819
Black 106
Hispanic 62
Asian 37
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 507
From 75 to 84 335
85 and over 112
Less than 65 97

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD in 2016

Hypertension 60
High Cholesterol 46
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 30
Depression 19
Chronic Kidney Disease 26
Asthma 13
Osteoperosis 10
Atrial Fibrilation 12
Heart Failure 16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 11
Diabetes 24
Dementia 9
Cancer 14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD treated as a physician provider in Chicago, IL during 2017 were phototherapy (light therapy), removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures 152
doctor visit 1309
hospital care 101
injections 22
inpatient care 101
phototherapy (light therapy) 671
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 347
skin procedures 347

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD.

Gender
Male 537
Female 501
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 816
Black 97
Hispanic 63
Asian 34
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 500
From 75 to 84 325
85 and over 105
Less than 65 108

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD in 2017

Hypertension 56
High Cholesterol 35
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 30
Depression 16
Chronic Kidney Disease 26
Asthma 6
Osteoperosis 9
Atrial Fibrilation 10
Heart Failure 14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 10
Diabetes 22
Dementia 7
Cancer 13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD treated as a physician provider in Chicago, IL during 2018 were phototherapy (light therapy), removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures 144
doctor visit 1315
hospital care 59
injections 21
inpatient care 59
phototherapy (light therapy) 691
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 364
skin procedures 364

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD.

Gender
Male 539
Female 478
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 786
Black 95
Hispanic 72
Asian 0
Other 36
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 467
From 75 to 84 348
85 and over 115
Less than 65 87

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD in 2018

Hypertension 55
High Cholesterol 48
Stroke 4
Ischemic Heart Disease 29
Depression 14
Chronic Kidney Disease 23
Asthma 5
Osteoperosis 10
Atrial Fibrilation 10
Heart Failure 14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 9
Diabetes 22
Dementia 6
Cancer 13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD treated as a physician provider in Chicago, IL during 2019 were phototherapy (light therapy), removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and hospital care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 1479
hospital care 54
inpatient care 54
phototherapy (light therapy) 785
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 464
skin procedures 464

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD.

Gender
Male 584
Female 514
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 867
Black 93
Hispanic 65
Asian 0
Other 39
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 515
From 75 to 84 369
85 and over 126
Less than 65 88

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD in 2019

Hypertension 54
High Cholesterol 51
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 31
Depression 19
Chronic Kidney Disease 23
Asthma 5
Osteoperosis 12
Atrial Fibrilation 10
Heart Failure 16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 10
Diabetes 22
Dementia 8
Cancer 14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD treated as a physician provider in Chicago, IL during 2020 were phototherapy (light therapy), removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and skin procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 1036
phototherapy (light therapy) 706
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 300
skin procedures 300

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD.

Gender
Male 425
Female 366
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 638
Black 58
Hispanic 41
Asian 0
Other 34
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 379
From 75 to 84 284
85 and over 91
Less than 65 37

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD in 2020

Hypertension 49
High Cholesterol 45
Stroke 3
Ischemic Heart Disease 29
Depression 16
Chronic Kidney Disease 21
Asthma 7
Osteoperosis 10
Atrial Fibrilation 9
Heart Failure 16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 8
Diabetes 21
Dementia 6
Cancer 13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD treated as a physician provider in Chicago, IL during 2021 were phototherapy (light therapy), removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and skin procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 1216
phototherapy (light therapy) 900
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 351
skin procedures 351

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD.

Gender
Male 464
Female 372
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 679
Black 48
Hispanic 44
Asian 0
Other 42
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 384
From 75 to 84 310
85 and over 107
Less than 65 35

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD in 2021

Hypertension 52
High Cholesterol 52
Stroke 2
Ischemic Heart Disease 30
Depression 15
Chronic Kidney Disease 20
Asthma 5
Osteoperosis 12
Atrial Fibrilation 9
Heart Failure 14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 7
Diabetes 19
Dementia 6
Cancer 17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD treated as a physician provider in Chicago, IL during 2022 were phototherapy (light therapy), removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and skin procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 701
phototherapy (light therapy) 504
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 229
skin procedures 229

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD.

Gender
Male 343
Female 262
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 499
Black 37
Hispanic 0
Asian 19
Other 31
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 260
From 75 to 84 231
85 and over 90
Less than 65 24

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD in 2022

Hypertension 63
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 29
Depression 13
Chronic Kidney Disease 17
Asthma 7
Osteoperosis 18
Atrial Fibrilation 18
Heart Failure 14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 11
Diabetes 20
Dementia 4
Cancer 22

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD treated as a physician provider in Chicago, IL during 2023 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and skin procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 1013
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 373
skin procedures 373

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD.

Gender
Male 409
Female 361
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 619
Black 48
Hispanic 32
Asian 0
Other 50
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 348
From 75 to 84 305
85 and over 80
Less than 65 37

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD in 2023

Hypertension 61
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 4
Ischemic Heart Disease 26
Depression 14
Chronic Kidney Disease 14
Asthma 7
Osteoperosis 17
Atrial Fibrilation 15
Heart Failure 11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 9
Diabetes 19
Dementia 4
Cancer 20

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2024 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD treated as a physician provider in Chicago, IL during 2024 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and injections.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 1284
injections 17
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 435
skin procedures 435

2024 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD.

Gender
Male 515
Female 409
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 746
Black 56
Hispanic 38
Asian 0
Other 54
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 392
From 75 to 84 379
85 and over 113
Less than 65 40

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD in 2024

Hypertension 63
High Cholesterol 74
Stroke 6
Ischemic Heart Disease 29
Depression 13
Chronic Kidney Disease 17
Asthma 8
Osteoperosis 19
Atrial Fibrilation 16
Heart Failure 13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 10
Diabetes 22
Dementia 4
Cancer 20

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2024

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD treated as a physician provider in Chicago, IL were phototherapy (light therapy), removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and diagnostic procedures.

diagnostic procedures 135
doctor visit 1232
hospital care 97
injections 20
inpatient care 97
phototherapy (light therapy) 600
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 335
skin procedures 335

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2024

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD.

Gender
Female 441
Male 490
Ethnicity
Black / African American 82
Asian / Pacific Islander 8
Non-Hispanic White 734
Hispanic 55
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Other 26
Age
85 and over 103
75 to 84 311
Less than 65 80
65 to 74 437

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD From 2012 - 2024

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and diabetes.

Hypertension 52
High Cholesterol 49
Stroke 4
Ischemic Heart Disease 27
Depression 14
Chronic Kidney Disease 19
Asthma 6
Osteoporosis 11
Heart Failure 13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 8
Diabetes 20
Atrial Fibrillation 11
Cancer 14
Dementia 5

Education & Training

Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD graduated from Universidad del Norte in 1983. He completed residency at University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago. He is certified by the Dermatology, American Board of Dermatology and has a state license in Illinois.

Medical School: Universidad del Norte (1983)

Residency: University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago (1993)

Board Certification: Dermatology, American Board of Dermatology

Licensed In: Illinois

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Northwestern Medicine
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
Northwestern Medicine Department of Dermatology
Skin Biology and Diseases Resource-Based Center

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.88 out of 5 stars based on 105 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Chicago, IL. 

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
Hoffmann-La Roche Limited $1,119 NonCovered Product
$1,119
Pfizer Inc. $650 EUCRISA
$341 		PAXLOVID
$237 		CIBINQO
$72
AbbVie Inc. $542 Rinvoq
$229 		Skyrizi
$208 		Humira
$105
AbbVie, Inc. $453 Humira
$233 		Skyrizi
$62
$158
Kerecis Limited $108 Kerecis Omega3 Marigen
$108
Other $175 MSS 110
$69 		TALTZ
$29 		Zoryve
$29 		Tremfya
$22 		KERYDIN
$14 		Other
$12
Types of Payments
Food and Beverage $2,304
Travel and Lodging $718
Education $24

Research Payments

Dr. Joaquin Carlos Brieva, MD has received 30 research payments totaling $663,934.

Biography

Dr. Joaquin Brieva specializes in dermatology (skin disorders) and physician. His clinical interests include acne and granuloma annulare. The average patient rating for Dr. Brieva is 5.0 stars (out of 5). Dr. Brieva is a graduate of the University of the North. He trained at a hospital affiliated with the University of Illinois at Chicago for his residency. Dr. Brieva has received the following distinctions: alpha omega alpha honor medical society, alpha omega alpha; Practitioner of the Year 2015, Chicago Dermatological Society; and Best Doctors in America. He is conversant in Spanish. Dr. Brieva is affiliated with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and Northwestern Memorial Hospital. He welcomes new patients at his office inChicago, IL as reported by Yext.

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