Dr. Laura Shermer Zaacks MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
2400 Chestnut Ave Suite A Glenview IL, 60026About
Dr. Laura Zaacks is a rheumatologist practicing in Glenview, IL. Dr. Zaacks 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. Zaacks treats diseases similar to orthopedists but does not perform surgery. Often times, research is conducted to find potential alternatives for the patients illness.
Provider Details
Dr. Laura Shermer Zaacks MD's Practice location
Dr. Laura Shermer Zaacks MD's reviews
Write ReviewRecommended Articles
- What to Avoid if You have Osteoarthritis
Refined CarbohydratesRefined carbohydrates provide calories but do not contain enough nutrients. Sugar and enriched flour are examples of refined carbohydrates. These ingredients can have a bad effect on blood sugar levels, energy, appetite, and mood. Healthcare providers recommend avoiding enriched...
- Keeping Cozy: How Lupus Patients Cope with Raynaud's Phenomenon
In the United States, about 30 to 40 percent of lupus patients have been found to also suffer from Raynaud's phenomenon. Raynaud's causes a constriction in the arteries supplying blood to the extremities—mostly the fingers and toes, but sometimes also the ears, nose, lips and chin. This causes...
- Activity Trackers Deemed Helpful For Rheumatic Diseases
When it comes to a rheumatic disease, such as rheumatoid arthritis (RA), taking any steps can cause pain. But now, researchers are stressing that certain apps and digital tools, like activity trackers, can have a positive impact on individuals with chronic arthritis. An activity tracker, also known...
- Preventing Osteoporosis Through Exercise
If exercise has been a part of your every day life for years, you have reduced the risk of many conditions that often affect old age such as osteoporosis. If you were not able to follow a stringent routine with exercise or other physical activities, you still have time to get into the groove and...
- Third Rock from the Sun's Star Kristen Johnston Shares Battle with Lupus
Everyone knows Kristen Johnson from her hit role in the 90’s sitcom Third Rock from the Sun which ran from 1996 to 2001. However, some might also know her from her other exploits, like writing the book Guts: The Endless Follies and Tiny Triumphs, where she shares her battle against substance...
- Therapy Dogs can Make a Difference for Fibromyalgia Patients
The main characteristics of fibromyalgia are the constant and chronic pain, and unrelenting fatigue. However, the pain is of a kind far beyond regular aching like the one caused by the flu. As a matter of fact, initially the symptoms may seem just like a common cold. When the disease progresses, the...
Nearby Providers
- Dr. Robert Katz M.D.1725 West Harrison Street Chicago Illinois 60612
- Mr. Carey B Dachman M.D.455 S Roselle Rd Schaumburg IL 60193
- Dr. Andrew D. Ruthberg MD1725 W Harrison St Chicago IL 60612
- Dr. Dina P Dadabhoy MD800 Biesterfield Rd Elk Grove Village IL 60007
- Dr. Najia Shakoor M.D.1725 W Harrison St Chicago IL 60612
- Dr. Mondira Sengupta M.D.1725 W Harrison St Chicago IL 60612