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Summary
Dr. Gerhard Ziemer is a thoracic surgeon who also specializes in cardiovascular disease. He earned his medical degree from Christian-Albrechts-Universitaet Zu Kiel Medizinische Fakultaet and brings 48 years of experience to his practice. Dr. Ziemer communicates with patients in both English and Spanish.
Dr. Ziemer practices at multiple locations including The University of Chicago Medicine and Comer Center for Children and Specialty Care in Chicago, along with facilities in Tampa, Florida and Danville, Pennsylvania. He maintains hospital affiliations with UChicago Medicine Comer Children's Hospital Hyde Park. His extensive experience in thoracic surgery and cardiovascular care allows him to treat patients with complex heart and chest conditions across different healthcare systems.
Dr. Ziemer practices at multiple locations including The University of Chicago Medicine and Comer Center for Children and Specialty Care in Chicago, along with facilities in Tampa, Florida and Danville, Pennsylvania. He maintains hospital affiliations with UChicago Medicine Comer Children's Hospital Hyde Park. His extensive experience in thoracic surgery and cardiovascular care allows him to treat patients with complex heart and chest conditions across different healthcare systems.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 48 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- Christian-Albrechts-Universitaet Zu Kiel Medizinische Fakultaet
- 2 specialties
- 6 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 5 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Gerhard Ziemer has 5 locationsComer Center For Children And Specialty Care
5721 S Maryland AveChicago, IL 60637 Tel: (773) 702-6169
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Sat7:45 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed
Baycare Medical Group Thoracic Surgery
3003 W Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Fl 2Tampa, FL 33607 Tel: (813) 321-6580
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
University Of Chicago Pediatric Cardiology
5721 S Maryland Ave Ste C104Chicago, IL 60637 Tel: (773) 702-6172
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Thoracic Surgery | Thoracic Surgery | Cardiovascular Disease | Thoracic Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 48 Years of Experience | 43 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience | 36 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks Russian, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks Spanish, Tagalog |
| Chicago , IL | Chicago , IL | Vero Beach , FL | Gurnee , IL |
| Med School: Christian-Albrechts-Universitaet Zu Kiel Medizinische Fakultaet | Med School: China Medical University | Med School: Ohio University College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: University Of Florida College Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Gerhard Ziemer
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Gerhard Ziemer has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Gerhard Ziemer has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
48 Years Experience
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Christian-Albrechts-Universitaet Zu Kiel Medizinische Fakultaet in 1978.
NPI Number
Dr. Ziemer's NPI number is 1457685844.
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- Dr. Gerhard Ziemer is affiliated with Uchicago Medicine Comer Childrens Hospital Hyde Park.
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