3.8
9 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Michael Puruckherr is a pulmonologist specializing in critical care medicine and sleep medicine. He earned his medical degree from Philipps-Universitaet Marburg Fachbereich Medizin and brings over three decades of clinical experience to his practice. Dr. Puruckherr provides care in English for patients with complex respiratory and sleep-related conditions.
Dr. Puruckherr practices in Rockford, Illinois, and maintains affiliations with several healthcare facilities including Riverside Regional Medical Center, Norton Community Hospital, and UW Health Heart Hospital. His clinical expertise focuses on treating sleep apnea in both adults and children, with particular skill in managing obstructive sleep apnea. He performs comprehensive diagnostic procedures including pulmonary function testing and chest CT scans to evaluate lung health. Patients rate his care at 3.8 out of 5 stars on average.
Dr. Puruckherr practices in Rockford, Illinois, and maintains affiliations with several healthcare facilities including Riverside Regional Medical Center, Norton Community Hospital, and UW Health Heart Hospital. His clinical expertise focuses on treating sleep apnea in both adults and children, with particular skill in managing obstructive sleep apnea. He performs comprehensive diagnostic procedures including pulmonary function testing and chest CT scans to evaluate lung health. Patients rate his care at 3.8 out of 5 stars on average.
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Quick Facts
- 31 years of experience
- speaks English
- Philipps-Universitaet Marburg Fachbereich Medizin
- 2 written reviews
- 3 specialties
- 10 areas of expertise
- 3 board certifications
- 5 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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| Med School: Philipps-Universitaet Marburg Fachbereich Medizin | Med School: Central Michigan University College Of Medicine | Med School: All Saints University College Of Medicine | |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Michael Puruckherr has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Michael Puruckherr has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
31 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Virginia, 2026, Active
Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
Philipps-Universitaet Marburg Fachbereich MedizinGraduated in 1995
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