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Dr. Melissa S Tesher M.D., Rheumatologist (Pediatric)
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Dr. Melissa S Tesher M.D.

Rheumatologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Rheumatology

4/5(10)
5841 S Maryland Ave Rm C101, Mc 5044 Chicago IL, 60637
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Dr. Melissa Tesher practices Pediatric Rheumatology in Chicago, IL. Pediatric rheumatologists treat child patients who suffer from pain in the musculoskeletal system, have symptoms of arthritis, or an autoimmune disorder. Dr. Tesher evaluates and treats a variety of joint, muscle, and bone disorders; including autoimmune disorders, such as lupus, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, scleroderma, Kawasaki disease, post-infectious arthritis, chronic vasculitis, and inflammatory disorders of the muscle, eye, or other organs. Dr. Tesher also is trained in the evaluation of prolonged fever, unexplained complaints of chronic musculoskeletal pain, weakness, poor appetite, fatigue, and/or loss of function or skills.

Education and Training

Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai 2004

Provider Details

FemaleEnglish 13 years of experience

Expert Publications

Data provided by the National Library of Medicine

Clinical Trials

Treatments

  • Fibromyalgia
  • Fever
  • Back Pain
  • Lupus
  • Pain
  • Dermatomyositis

Dr. Melissa S Tesher M.D.'s Practice location

Melissa Tesher

5841 S Maryland Ave Rm C101, Mc 5044 -
Chicago, IL 60637
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Patient Experience with Dr. Tesher


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Dr. Melissa S Tesher M.D. has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 10 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Rheumatologist (Pediatric) in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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