Summary

Dr. Maria Fisfalen is a neurologist with 48 years of experience treating patients with complex brain and nervous system conditions. She earned her medical degree from Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos in Lima, Peru, and completed both her residency and fellowship training at the University of Chicago and its affiliated hospitals. Her extensive training included specialized work in psychiatry, giving her a unique perspective on neurological conditions that intersect with mental health. Dr. Fisfalen speaks English fluently.

Dr. Fisfalen practices at Mount Sinai Hospital in Chicago, Illinois, where she focuses on caring for young patients with challenging neurological and psychiatric conditions. She specializes in treating mood disorders in children and provides expert care for bipolar disorder in children and teens. Her expertise extends to managing schizoaffective disorder, a complex condition that affects both thinking and mood. To support accurate diagnoses, she performs comprehensive blood work including complete blood counts and thyroid function testing.
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Quick Facts

  • 1
  • 48 years of experience
  • 10 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Chicago
  • 1 specialty
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Mount Sinai Hospital

1500 S Fairfield AveChicago, IL 60608

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Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Russian
Chicago , ILMaywood , ILNew York , NYSeattle , WA
Med School: San Beda College of Medicine Med School: Universitatea De Medicina Si Farmacie Iuliu Hatieganu Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Maria Fisfalen

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Cigna
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Maria Fisfalen has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Maria Fisfalen has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) / Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bipolar Disorder / Manic Depressive Disorder
  • Clinical Depression
  • Depression
  • Depressive Disorder
  • Insomnia
  • Mental Illness
  • Mood Disorders
  • Personality Disorder
  • Schizophrenia
  • Sleep Disorders

Certifications, License, & Education

48 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

University of Chicago

Residency

University of Chicago Affiliated Hospitals
Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Psychiatry

Medical School

San Beda College of Medicine
National University of San Marcos, Lima, Peru
University Nac Mayor De San Marcos- Prog Acad De Med Humana- Lima- PeruGraduated in 1978

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Maria Fisfalen speak?
Dr. Maria Fisfalen speaks English.
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Where is Dr. Maria Fisfalen's office located?
Dr. Maria Fisfalen's office is located at 1500 S Fairfield Ave, Chicago, IL, 60608.
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