Dr. Christopher Francis Chesley, MD

Dr. Christopher Chesley is an internal medicine physician who specializes in critical care medicine, bringing 12 years of clinical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Chicago Division of Biological Sciences Pritzker School of Medicine, where he developed expertise in managing complex medical conditions requiring intensive monitoring and treatment. His dual specialty focus allows him to provide comprehensive care for patients with serious internal medicine conditions who require critical care intervention. Dr. Chesley is fluent in Spanish and Chinese, enabling him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Chesley practices at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, PA, where he cares for patients with serious respiratory conditions and advanced kidney disease. He performs specialized procedures including therapeutic hypothermia to protect patients after cardiac events, paracentesis to relieve …fluid buildup in the abdomen, and thoracentesis to drain fluid from around the lungs. His experience encompasses treating patients with respiratory failure and managing chronic kidney disease in its most advanced stages.