Dr. Richard Louis Furman M.D.
Surgeon
3001 Green Bay Rd North Chicago IL, 60064About
Dr. Richard Furman is a general surgeon practicing in North Chicago, IL. Dr. Furman specializes in abdominal contents including the esophagus, stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas and often thyroid glands. General surgeons are able to deal with almost any surgical or critical care emergency, also involving the skin or soft tissue trauma. Dr. Furman provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.
Education and Training
Univ of Il Coll of Med, Chicago Il 1978
University of Illinois College of Medicine 1978
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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