Summary

Dr. Melani Lighter treats fibromyalgia, polymyalgia rheumatica, and rheumatoid arthritis, and performs skin lesion treatment or removal, laparoscopic gallbladder removal surgery, and laparoscopy. She practices surgery and has 11 years of experience. Dr. Lighter is affiliated with University of Illinois Hospital and sees patients in Boston, Massachusetts, and Chicago, Illinois. She attended St. Georges University School of Medicine.

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Quick Facts

  • 11 years of experience
  • St Georges University School Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Melani Kara Lighter has 2 locations

Dr. Melani Kara Lighter

49 Worthington St Apt 49Boston, MA 02120

University Of Illinois Hospital

1740 W Taylor StChicago, IL 60612

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11 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience 4 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Boston , MAEaston , MABoston , MAPhiladelphia , PA
Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Melani Kara Lighter

  • Accepts Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Melani Kara Lighter has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Melani Kara Lighter has the following area of expertise

  • General Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

11 Years Experience

Dr. Melani Kara Lighter 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

Medical School

Graduated from St Georges University School Of Medicine in 2015.

NPI Number

Dr. Lighter's NPI number is 1033592340.

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Dr. Melani Lighter is affiliated with University Of Illinois Hospital.
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