Dr. Philippa M Devenney M.D.
Hospitalist
403 E. 1ST STREET DIXON IL, 61021About
Dr. Philippa Devenney is a hospitalist practicing in Grayslake, IL. Dr. Devenney specializes in the comprehensive medical care of hospitalized patients. As a hospitalist, Dr. Devenney manages the clinical problems of hospitalized patients and the acutely ill, while working to improve the performance of the hospital. Dr. Devenney works in collaboration with all of the different doctors that are working with the patient. Hospitalists are involved in the diagnosis, treatment and medical procedures of patients.
Education and Training
Univ of Glasgow, Fac of Med, Glasgow, Scotland 1990
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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