
Elizabeth Anderson, MD
Internist
1713 Central St Evanston IL, 60201About
Dr. Elizabeth Anderson Parks is an internist practicing in Evanston, IL. Dr. Anderson Parks specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Anderson Parks provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
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What relieves constipation?
Constipation can be many different things, so it's best checked by a doctor, but simple answers are increasing water and fiber. EAP READ MORE
Is it painful to have dialysis?
It is NOT painful. EA READ MORE
Can kidney infections go away on their own?
Well, in the world of "life before antibiotics," I am sure that someone at sometime had a kidney infection resolve on its own. That said, that person likely had tremendous kidney damage with scarring that limited his life span. In the present day, we do not let infections of kidney's go untreated. They are things treated with antibiotics and often can be resolved easily. In certain cases, kidney problems are found to be predisposed to infections that need to be found and addressed to prevent reoccurrences. Hope that helps. Good luck to your son-oh and I am not a pediatrician so this is best addressed with someone who is. EAP READ MORE
How long does brain surgery last?
The answer is that it completely varies based on what it is for. Sometimes brain surgeries can take many hours. Good luck to your friend. EAP READ MORE
Could I have appendicitis?
Absolutely. Please go to the emergency room directly. READ MORE
What are the causes of diabetes?
Well, I will first say there are 2 types of Diabetes Mellitus. The first is an autoimmune problem whereby the pancreas (endocrine portion) is attacked by your own antibodies shutting it down so a person cannot make insulin. The second type is more common and has a lot of different things that contribute to it. It is different for many people, but I can tell you some things that may help you understand it. The basic problem is that although your pancreas CAN make insulin and often A LOT, the body stops reading it. (Insulin is what allows your cells to utilize sugar as fuel.) Many people get diabetes due to being overweight, it often runs in families (more often than does type 1 diabetes). Hope that helps. It really is an enormous Great question. Hopefully, you can speak to a primary or an endocrinologist who can explain why YOU got diabetes and what can be done for you to treat it/manage it/live with it. Good luck, Elizabeth Anderson Parks, MD READ MORE
Are liver diseases dangerous?
Fatty liver is an interesting disease. I wish I could say it was not an issue of concern. It sometimes can be helped just by losing weight, but unfortunately, it can also lead to cirrhosis. Your father should see a hepatologist. Good luck. READ MORE
Can obesity cause a mental health problem?
Well, I can definitely tell you that obesity itself does not cause mental health issues, HOWEVER, there are many possibilities to correlate the two. People can become depressed about their bodies, their inability to use their bodies as they had in the past or even compared to others, & there are problems that can lead to obesity and mental illness like hypothyroidism. I have no idea about you or the issues surrounding your weight issues, but am certain that it all can be evaluated at a physician's office. Hopefully you will seek care for yourself. READ MORE
Why does my arm hurt for so long?
Pain in one's arm can mean many things. It really needs to be evaluated to figure out just what is causing it. Can be anything from arthritis to muscle fatigue and tons of other possibilities, as well. I recommend seeing someone to get checked. Elizabeth Anderson Parks, MD READ MORE
Why do I get up multiple times at night to use the bathroom?
There could be many reasons for that. The most common is an enlarged prostate, but could be diabetes, or bladder infection or swelling. You really should see be seen in the office. Dr. Anderson READ MORE
Internships
- Northwestern Medicine Evanston (1993)
Professional Society Memberships
- American Medical Association, Illinois State Medical Society, American College of Physicians
Articles and Publications
- She teaches NP and residence in her practice and through North Shore University Health System
What do you attribute your success to?
- She has had amazing mentors along the way helping her focus on her approach to patient care. She enjoys working directly with patients helping them create a pathway to their ultimate health.
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Get to know Internist Dr. Elizabeth Anderson, who serves patients in Evanston, Illinois.
Dr. Anderson is a board-certified internist who is currently serving patients at her private practice – Elizabeth Anderson, MD, SC – in Evanston, Illinois. She takes a preventive approach to care, focusing on her patients’ total wellness rather than on their symptoms or disease. She provides comprehensive physical exams and manages many common health conditions that affect adults, such as diabetes and obesity. She also provides medical spa services at her practice, including vaginal revitalization, skin resurfacing, skin tightening, as well as skin care and anti-aging treatments.
As a direct care provider, Dr. Anderson contracts with her patients, instead of insurance companies, which allows her to provide the personalized care and attention her patients need and deserve, and even makes herself available by phone and email. For patient convenience, her office has a full-service blood draw and testing center.
Dr. Anderson is affiliated with several hospitals in the Illinois area, including Glenbrook Hospital, AMITA Health Saint Francis Hospital Evanston, Evanston Hospital, Swedish Covenant Hospital, Highland Park Hospital, and NorthShore Skokie Hospital.
After earning her medical degree at Northeast Ohio Medical University in Rootstown, Dr. Anderson went on to complete her residency in internal medicine at Northwestern University in Chicago.
Dr. Anderson is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians (FACP) and a member of the American Medical Association (AMA).
Dr. Anderson is board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). The ABIM is a physician-led, non-profit, independent evaluation organization driven by doctors who want to achieve higher standards for better care in a rapidly changing world.
Internal medicine or general medicine is the medical specialty dealing with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of adult diseases. Physicians specializing in internal medicine are called internists. They manage and prevent common and complex diseases by providing comprehensive care and promoting overall wellbeing.
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