Dr. Susan Sam M.D.
Endocrinology-Diabetes | Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
1740 W Taylor St Dept 3462 Chicago IL, 60612About
Dr. Susan Sam practices Endocrinology in Chicago, IL. Dr. Sam specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases related to hormone imbalance, and the bodys glands in the endocrine system. Endocrinologists are trained and certified to treat a variety of conditions, including menopause, diabetes, infertility, and thyroid disorders, among many others. Dr. Sam examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses, and decides the best treatment methods.
Education and Training
Univ of Il Coll of Med, Chicago Il 1995
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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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