Summary

Dr. Laya Charara specializes in internal medicine and hospital medicine, providing comprehensive care for adult patients both in outpatient settings and during hospital stays. She earned her medical degree from Michigan State University College of Human Medicine and brings nine years of clinical experience to her practice. Her dual expertise allows her to seamlessly coordinate care whether patients need routine preventive services or more intensive hospital-based treatment.

Dr. Charara practices at multiple locations throughout the Chicago area, including Palos Heights, Geneva, Winfield, and Maywood, Illinois. She focuses on managing high blood pressure and related cardiovascular conditions, including emergency situations involving severely elevated blood pressure. Her clinical skills include performing essential diagnostic tests such as blood glucose monitoring and complete blood counts to help diagnose and monitor various health conditions.

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Quick Facts

  • 9 years of experience
  • 24 insurance plans accepted
  • Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 4 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Laya Charara has 4 locations

Dr. Laya Charara

12251 S 80th AvePalos Heights, IL 60463

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9 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
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Palos Heights , ILChicago , ILMaywood , ILChicago , IL
Med School: Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine Med School: Medical College of Wisconsin
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Laya Charara

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Ambetter
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Health Alliance
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Priority Health
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Laya Charara has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Laya Charara has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Hospital Medicine
  • Hospitalist

Certifications, License, & Education

9 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Michigan State University College Of Human MedicineGraduated in 2017

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Dr. Laya Charara's office is located at 12251 S 80th Ave, Palos Heights, IL, 60463.
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