Dr. James Tuschen M.D.
Emergency Physician | Emergency Medical Services
4423 Manchester Dr Rockford IL, 61109About
Dr. James Tuschen practices Emergency Medicine in Rockford, IL. Dr. Tuschen assesses patients who seek immediate medical attention at any time of day or night. Emergency Medicine Physicians are trained to efficiently work with each patient and situation no matter how acute or life-threatening. Dr. Tuschen examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses conditions, and decides the best treatment methods.
Education and Training
Univ of Wi Med Sch, Madison Wi 1977
Board Certification
Emergency MedicineAmerican Board of Emergency MedicineABEM
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