Dr. Labib Nicolas El Kahwaji, MD

Dr. Labib El Kahwaji is an internal medicine physician who specializes in hospital medicine, bringing 24 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Jordan Faculty of Medicine and has dedicated his career to caring for hospitalized patients with complex medical conditions. Dr. El Kahwaji is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. El Kahwaji practices at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale and SIH Herrin Hospital, both located in Illinois. He focuses on treating serious conditions such as high blood pressure emergencies, ongoing hypertension management, and respiratory failure. His expertise includes coordinating therapeutic hypothermia treatments, overseeing physical therapy programs, and interpreting comprehensive blood chemistry panels to guide patient care decisions.