Dr. Kristi Tough Desapri, MD
Internist
680 N LAKE SHORE DR Suite 117 Chicago IL, 60611About
Dr. Kristi Tough Desapri is an internist practicing in Chicago, IL. Dr. Tough Desapri 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. Tough Desapri 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.
Education and Training
The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio 2006
Provider Details
Treatments
- Acne
- Menopause
- Osteoporosis
- Pregnancy
- Hypothyroidism
- Vaginitis
- Pain
- Alopecia
Internships
- New York University (OBGYN)
Fellowships
- Cleveland Clinic (Womans Health Fellowship) (2012)
Professional Society Memberships
- North American Menopause Society, American College of Physicians, National Osteoporosis Foundation, American Society for Bone and Mineral Research
What do you attribute your success to?
- Good colleagues and being passionate about her work
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