
Dr. Tessa R Fischer MD
Internist
800 Austin West Tower Suite 409 Evanston IL, 60202About
Dr. Fischer earned her medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine, D.C. She completed a residency in family practice medicine at John H. Stroger, Jr., Hospital of Cook County, Chicago. ...
Education and Training
Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc 1975
Georgetown University School of Medicine 1975
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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Dr. Tessa R Fischer MD's Expert Contributions
How is hepatitis C diagnosed?
A specific antibody test for Hep C infection and a liver function test to check for possible activity READ MORE
Is it required for an internist to specialize in other areas?
There is plenty to be done as a general internist, never dull work. READ MORE
How can I prevent kidney stones from recurring?
You can have the stone analyzed. Some can be prevented by medications. READ MORE
How can I prevent kidney stones from recurring?
You can have a stone chemically analyzed. Some can be prevented with medication. READ MORE
How can diabetic neuropathy be treated?
There are. Gabapentin and Lyrica are two frequently used meds READ MORE
Can I take BP, cholesterol and uric acid tablets together?
Best to take your cholesterol medicines at night, but check with your pharmacist for interactions. If none significant, can take all pills at once. READ MORE
Why does my body shiver when I get angry?
Most likely behavioral, try deep breathing READ MORE
Shortness of breath
Yes, see a doctor as soon as you can READ MORE
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Asthma
- Osteoporosis
- Sciatica
- Breast Cancer
- High Blood Pressure (hypertension)
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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