Summary

Dr. Alejandra Rodriguez-Paez specializes in rheumatology, focusing on conditions that affect joints, muscles, and connective tissues. She earned her medical degree from Universidad Nacional de Colombia and completed her residency at Albert Einstein Medical Center in 2007. Dr. Rodriguez-Paez pursued advanced fellowship training at both the University of Miami School of Medicine in 2004 and Albert Einstein Medical Center in 2009, giving her specialized expertise in rheumatologic care. With 25 years of experience treating patients, she provides care in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Rodriguez-Paez practices at Illinois Bone & Joint Institute with locations in Des Plaines and Morton Grove, Illinois, and maintains an affiliation with Holy Family Medical Center. She treats complex inflammatory conditions including ankylosing spondylitis, which causes spine and joint inflammation, and antiphospholipid syndrome, a blood clotting disorder. Her expertise also extends to managing dermatomyositis and polymyositis, rare conditions that cause muscle weakness and skin changes. Patients have given her an average rating of 3.7 out of 5.
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Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 25 years of experience
  • 26 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Albert Einstein Medical Center
  • 6 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Alejandra Rodriguez-Paez has 2 locations

Illinois Bone & Joint Institute

900 Rand Rd Ste 200Des Plaines, IL 60016
MonClosed
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 am
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 am
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 am
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 am
SatClosed
SunClosed

Illinois Bone & Joint Institute

9000 Waukegan Rd Ste 200Morton Grove, IL 60053
MonClosed
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Alejandra Rodriguez-Paez, MDDr. Gowhar Ahmed Khan, MDDr. Matas Orentas, DODr. Husna M Siddiqui, MD
RheumatologyRheumatologyRheumatologyRheumatology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.7 
3.7 
4.9 
25 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Russian, Spanish Speaks English, Lithuanian Speaks Arabic, English, Hindi, Urdu
Des Plaines , ILAurora , ILElgin , ILElgin , IL
Med School: Universidad Nacional de Colombia Med School: Government Medical College Srinagar Med School: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine, Midwestern University Med School: Gulf Medical University, United Arab Emirates
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Alejandra Rodriguez-Paez

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Amita Health
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicaid
  • Ascension Health
  • Ascension Health - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • CareSource
  • Cigna
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • North Shore LIJ CareConnect
  • North Shore LIJ CareConnect - IPA
  • State Farm
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Alejandra Rodriguez-Paez has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Alejandra Rodriguez-Paez has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Gout
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Lupus
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Rheumatologist
  • Tendinitis

Certifications, License, & Education

25 Years Experience

Alejandra Rodriguez-Paez holds an expired medical license in the state of Illinois.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Illinois that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Albert Einstein Medical Center in 2009 and University of Miami School of Medicine in 2004.

Residency

Completed their residency at Albert Einstein Medical Center in 2007.

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad Nacional de Colombia in 2001.

NPI Number

Alejandra Rodriguez-Paez's NPI number is 1356556013.

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