Dr. Samir Y Wassef M.D.
Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist | Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
2222 W Division St Suite 330 Chicago IL, 60622About
Dr. Samir Wassef is a Neonatal-Perinatal Physician practicing in Chicago, IL. Dr. Wassef cares for the critically ill newborn and premature infants. Neonatal-Perinatal Physicians treat conditions such as breathing disorders, birth defects, infections, and any other life-threatening medical problems. They coordinate with their young patients families and other physicians to determine appropriate treatment.
Education and Training
University Of Cairo, University Of Cairo, Faculty Of Medicine MD
University Of Cairo Faculty Of Medicine 1986
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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Treatments
- Asthma
- Bronchitis
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