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Dr. James O Draguesku M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
12150 S Harlem Ave Palos Heights IL, 60463About
Dr. James Draguesku is a gastroenterologist practicing in Palos Heights, IL. Dr. Draguesku specializes in the digestive system and its diseases that affect the gastrointestinal tract, which include organs from the mouth to the anus as well as liver disorders. Gastroenterology includes conditions such as hepatitis, peptic ulcer disease, colitis, nutritional problems and irritable bowel syndrome. Dr. Draguesku performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas 1985
University of California 1986
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Hiatal Hernia
- Acid Reflux
- Colon Polyps
- Diverticulosis
- Pain
- Hernia
- Vascular Disease
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Practice At 12150 S Harlem Ave
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. David N. Butler M.D.11757 Southwest Hwy Palos Heights IL 60463
- Dr. Ilysa R Diamond DO1010 Lake Street Oak Park IL 60301
- Dr. Samuel Tesfay M.D.850 N STATE ST CHICAGO IL 60610
- Aman Ali M.D.801 S WASHINGTON ST FL 4 NAPERVILLE IL 60540
- Dr. Nikunj Shah MD840 S. Wood St. Chicago IL 60612
- Mr. Veslav Stecevic MD3812 Reliable Parkway Chicago IL 60686
Nearest Hospitals
PALOS COMMUNITY HOSPITALl
12251 SOUTH 80TH AVENUE PALOS HEIGHTS IL 60463ADVOCATE CHRIST HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTERl
4440 W 95TH STREET OAK LAWN IL 60453METROSOUTH MEDICAL CENTERl
12935 S GREGORY BLUE ISLAND IL 60406