Joseph T. Bass, MD, PhD

Dr. Joseph Bass specializes in endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolism, bringing 35 years of expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Pennsylvania and holds a PhD, providing him with both clinical and research depth in his field. Dr. Bass completed his residency at Rush University Medical Center in 1993, followed by a fellowship at the University of Chicago in 1997. His extensive language abilities include Spanish, Chinese, German, Vietnamese, French, Polish, and Korean, allowing him to communicate effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Bass practices at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and sees patients at Northwestern Medicine Endocrinology in Chicago, Illinois. He focuses on treating diabetes mellitus and various endocrine and metabolic disorders. His clinical expertise includes performing thyroid hormone tests and comprehensive blood counts to help diagnose and monitor patients' conditions. Additionally, he conducts eye …exams as part of comprehensive diabetes care, recognizing the importance of monitoring potential complications.