3.7
3 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Girma Assefa has practiced internal medicine for 45 years and is affiliated with Advocate South Suburban Hospital and Advocate Christ Medical Center. He sees patients for type 2 diabetes mellitus, hypertension, and chronic kidney disease, and performs scintimammography.
Dr. Assefa earned his medical degree from Addis Ababa University Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at St. Joseph Hospital. He sees patients in South Holland, Illinois, and speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Assefa 3.67 out of 5.
Dr. Assefa earned his medical degree from Addis Ababa University Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at St. Joseph Hospital. He sees patients in South Holland, Illinois, and speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Assefa 3.67 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 45 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- St Joseph Hospital
- 1 written review
- 1 specialty
- 68 areas of expertise
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 3 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Girma Balcha Assefa has 3 locationsAdvocate Medical Group Primary Care
100 W 162nd StSouth Holland, IL 60473 Tel: (708) 730-2200
Mon7:30 am - 7:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 7:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 7:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 7:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:30 am - 12:30 pm
SunClosed
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| Dr. Girma Balcha Assefa, MD | Dr. Leena Malik, MD | Dr. Beatriz L. Huertas Rivera, MD | Dr. Megan J. Romine, DO |
| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 45 Years of Experience | 26 Years of Experience | 17 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English |
| South Holland , IL | Chicago , IL | Chicago , IL | Chicago , IL |
| Med School: Addis Ababa University Faculty Of Medicine | Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina | Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine | |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Girma Balcha Assefa
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Girma Balcha Assefa has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Girma Balcha Assefa has the following 68 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
45 Years Experience
Dr. Girma Balcha Assefa 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
Residency
Completed their residency at St Joseph Hospital.
Medical School
Graduated from Addis Ababa University Faculty Of Medicine in 1981.
NPI Number
Dr. Assefa's NPI number is 1619904992.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Girma Assefa affiliated with?
- Dr. Girma Assefa is affiliated with Advocate South Suburban Hospital and Advocate Christ Medical Center.
- Where is Dr. Girma Assefa's office located?
- Dr. Girma Assefa's office is located at 100 W 162nd St, South Holland, IL, 60473.
- Does Dr. Girma Assefa accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Girma Assefa has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Does Dr. Girma Assefa accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Girma Assefa accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Is Dr. Girma Assefa accepting new patients?
- Dr. Girma Assefa has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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