Dr. Robert Brent Whitelock M.D.
Internist
Edward Hines Jr Va Hospital Hines IL, 60141About
Dr. Robert Whitelock is an internist practicing in Hines, IL. Dr. Whitelock specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Whitelock provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
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Univ of Il Coll of Med, Chicago Il 2000
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