Summary

Dr. Helen Gharwan is an internal medicine physician who specializes in oncology and hospital medicine. She earned her medical degree from Karl-Franzens University of Graz Medical Faculty in Austria and brings 35 years of clinical experience to her practice. Dr. Gharwan speaks English and has dedicated her career to treating patients with complex medical conditions requiring both inpatient and specialized cancer care.

Dr. Gharwan practices at multiple locations, including DCH Regional Medical Center in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, and several RUSH facilities in Illinois, including the RUSH MD Anderson Cancer Center locations in Oak Park and Chicago, as well as RUSH Hematology, Oncology and Cell Therapy in Lisle. She has particular expertise in managing hypertensive emergencies and treating various forms of hypertension, including pediatric cases. Her hospital medicine background allows her to provide comprehensive care for patients requiring inpatient treatment while coordinating with other specialists as needed.
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Quick Facts

  • 35 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Karl-Franzens Univ Of Graz Med Fac Austria
  • 3 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Helen Gharwan has 4 locations

Dch Regional Medical Center

809 University Blvd ETuscaloosa, AL 35401

RUSH MD Anderson Cancer Center at Oak Park

610 S Maple Ave Ste 2100Oak Park, IL 60304

RUSH MD Anderson Cancer Center

1520 W Harrison StChicago, IL 60607

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Tuscaloosa , ALLyons , COMesquite , TXTuscaloosa , AL
Med School: Karl-Franzens Univ Of Graz Med Fac Austria Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Helen Gharwan has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Helen Gharwan has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Hospital Medicine
  • Immunization
  • Oncology
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

Dr. Helen Gharwan holds an expired medical license in the state of Alabama.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Alabama that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Karl-Franzens Univ Of Graz Med Fac Austria in 1991.

NPI Number

Dr. Gharwan's NPI number is 1770745424.

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Where is Dr. Helen Gharwan's office located?
Dr. Helen Gharwan's office is located at 809 University Blvd E, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401.
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What languages does Dr. Helen Gharwan speak?
Dr. Helen Gharwan speaks English.

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