Dr. Susan Sam M.D.
Endocrinology-Diabetes | Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
5841 S MARYLAND AVE CHICAGO IL, 60637About
Dr. Susan Sam practices Endocrinology in Chicago, IL. Dr. Sam specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases related to hormone imbalance, and the bodys glands in the endocrine system. Endocrinologists are trained and certified to treat a variety of conditions, including menopause, diabetes, infertility, and thyroid disorders, among many others. Dr. Sam examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses, and decides the best treatment methods.
Education and Training
Univ of Il Coll of Med, Chicago Il 1995
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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