Jerrold E Shapiro MD
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
6374 N LINCOLN AVE CHICAGO IL, 60659About
Dr. Jerrold Shapiro is a cardiologist practicing in Chicago, IL. Dr. Shapiro specializes in diagnosing, monitoring, and treating diseases or conditions of the heart and blood vessels and the cardiovascular system. These conditions include heart attacks, heart murmurs, coronary heart disease, and hypertension. Dr. Shapiro also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
Univ of Il Coll of Med, Chicago Il 1968
University of Illinois College of Medicine 1968
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- High Cholesterol
- Heart Disease
- Heart Failure
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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