Dr. Robert Katz M.D.
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
1725 West Harrison Street Suite 365 Chicago Illinois, 60612About
Robert S. Katz, MD, works for Rheumatology Associates SC in Chicago, Illinois. He treats patients with musculoskeletal conditions such as lupus, fibromylagia and different types of arthritis. One of the prominent rheumatologists in the country, Dr. Katz has served on the editorial boards of various journals, the Lupus Foundation of America, and also serves as the team rheumatologist for the Chicago White Sox.
Education and Training
University of Maryland Medical School
University of Maryland School of Medicine
Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine 1971
Board Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine- Rheumatology
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Professor of Medicine, Rush University -
- Former President, Chicago Rheumatism Society -
Awards
- America's Best Doctors, 1999-2013, Consumer's Research Council of America
- Top 1% of Rheumatologists, US News and World Report
Treatments
- Osteoporosis
- Arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- Neck Pain
- Back Pain
- Immunodeficiency
- Lupus
- Rotator Cuff Syndrome
- Pain
- Tendonitis
Internships
- Barnes Jewish Hospital
Fellowships
- Johns Hopkins Medical School (Rheumatology)
Professional Society Memberships
- American College of Rheumatology, Illinois State Medical Society
Articles and Publications
- Over 200 Academic Research Papers
What do you attribute your success to?
- His Research, Academic Teaching, Personal Commitment
Hobbies / Sports
- Exercise, Travel
Favorite professional publications
- New England Journal of Medicine
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