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Dr. Caroline Poku is an internal medicine physician who specializes in endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism. She earned her medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and brings two decades of clinical experience to her practice. Her expertise focuses on hormone-related conditions and metabolic disorders that affect how the body processes nutrients and maintains energy balance.
Dr. Poku practices at Edward Hines Jr VA Hospital in Hines, Illinois, and maintains affiliations with Loyola University Medical Center and Ronald McDonald Children's Hospital of Loyola University Medical Center. She treats patients with thyroid nodules, hormone deficiencies, and weight management concerns. Her diagnostic approach includes comprehensive blood work and specialized thyroid function testing to evaluate hormone levels and metabolic health.
Dr. Poku practices at Edward Hines Jr VA Hospital in Hines, Illinois, and maintains affiliations with Loyola University Medical Center and Ronald McDonald Children's Hospital of Loyola University Medical Center. She treats patients with thyroid nodules, hormone deficiencies, and weight management concerns. Her diagnostic approach includes comprehensive blood work and specialized thyroid function testing to evaluate hormone levels and metabolic health.
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Quick Facts
- 20 years of experience
- Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 8 areas of expertise
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Female
Office Location
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| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 20 Years of Experience | 17 Years of Experience | 15 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish, Yoruba, French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, Chinese (Mandarin) | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
| Hines , IL | Mesquite , TX | Chicago , IL | Blue Island , IL |
| Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine | Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc | Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Caroline Akuoko Poku has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Caroline Akuoko Poku has the following 8 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
20 Years Experience
Dr. Caroline Akuoko Poku 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
Medical School
Graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine in 2006.
NPI Number
Dr. Poku's NPI number is 1104068568.
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- Dr. Caroline Poku has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Dr. Caroline Poku's office located?
- Dr. Caroline Poku's office is located at 5000 S 5th Ave, Hines, IL, 60141.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Caroline Poku affiliated with?
- Dr. Caroline Poku is affiliated with Loyola University Medical Center, Edward Hines Jr Va Hospital, and Ronald Mcdonald Childrens Hospital Of Loyola University Medical Center.
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