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Dr. Louis Philipson, MD
Overview of Dr. Louis Philipson, MD
Dr. Louis Philipson, MD is an Internal Medicine Specialist in Chicago, IL. They specialize in Internal Medicine, has 38 years of experience, and is board certified in Internal Medicine. They graduated from University of Chicago and is affiliated with Silver Cross Hospital and The University of Chicago Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Philipson an average 4.0 star rating.
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Dr. Philipson's Office Locations
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Office5758 S Maryland Ave Ste 5A, Chicago, IL 60637 Directions (773) 702-6138
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University of Chicago Medical Center5841 S Maryland Ave, Chicago, IL 60637 Directions (773) 702-6138
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Office900 E 57th St Rm 8140, Chicago, IL 60637 Directions (773) 702-9200
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Office150 Harvester Dr Ste 300, Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Directions (888) 824-0200
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- Silver Cross Hospital
- The University of Chicago Medical Center
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Specialties*
- Internal Medicine
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Years of Experience
- 38 years of experience
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Languages Spoken
- English
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NPI Number
- 1093877540
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Education & Certifications
Medical Education
- University of Chicago
Medical Education
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- Internal Medicine
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