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Dr. Barbara Jacks MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
150 E Huron St Suite 805 Chicago IL, 60611About
Dr. Barbara Jacks is a rheumatologist practicing in Chicago, IL. Dr. Jacks specializes in the treatment of musculoskeletal diseases and systematic autoimmune conditions that can affect the bones, muscles or bones. Eventually, if not treated, these illnesses can also impact the skin, eyes, nervous system and internal organs. Dr. Jacks treats diseases similar to orthopedists but does not perform surgery. Often times, research is conducted to find potential alternatives for the patients illness.
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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology
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- Dr. Najia Shakoor M.D.1725 W Harrison St Chicago IL 60612
- Dr. Monika Starosta M.D.1775 BALLARD RD PARK RIDGE IL 60068
- Dr. Ailda Nika M.D.1611 W HARRISON ST CHICAGO IL 60612
Nearest Hospitals
ANN & ROBERT H LURIE CHILDRENS HOSPITAL OF CHICAGOl
225 E CHICAGO, BOX 57 CHICAGO IL 60611NORTHWESTERN MEMORIAL HOSPITALl
251 E HURON ST CHICAGO IL 60611DHHS USPHS INDIAN HEALTH SERVICESl
EXIT #102 OFF I-40 1/2 MILE SOUTH SAN FIDEL NM 87049