Summary

Dr. Melissa Tesher is a rheumatologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions that affect the joints, muscles, and immune system. She earned her medical degree from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and has been practicing for 22 years. Dr. Tesher speaks English and brings more than two decades of expertise to her patient care.

Dr. Tesher practices at several locations throughout Chicago and surrounding areas, including The University of Chicago Medicine and Advocate Christ Medical Center. She focuses on helping patients with joint pain, leg discomfort, and mobility issues like limping. Her treatment approach includes physical therapy and strength training to help patients regain function and reduce pain. Patients have given Dr. Tesher an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 22 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 8 hospital affiliations
  • 5 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Melissa Salzman Tesher has 5 locations

Uchicago Medicine South Loop

1101 S Canal St Ste 201Chicago, IL 60607
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

The University Of Chicago Medicine

5841 S Maryland AveChicago, IL 60637

Advocate South Suburban Hospital

17800 Kedzie AveHazel Crest, IL 60429

Advocate Childrens Hospital

4440 W 95th StOak Lawn, IL 60453

Advocate Christ Medical Center

4440 W 95th StOak Lawn, IL 60453

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RheumatologyRheumatologyRheumatologyRheumatology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
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22 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 53 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Polish
Chicago , ILOakbrook Terrace , ILChicago , ILEVANSTON , IL
Med School: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai Med School: Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine Bradenton Campus Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences Med School: Jagiellonian University Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Melissa Salzman Tesher

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Melissa Salzman Tesher has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Melissa Salzman Tesher has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Arthritis
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Vasculitis

Certifications, License, & Education

22 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount SinaiGraduated in 2004

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Is Dr. Melissa Tesher accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Melissa Tesher accept my insurance?
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Does Dr. Melissa Tesher accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Melissa Tesher has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Melissa Tesher affiliated with?
Dr. Melissa Tesher is affiliated with Advocate Christ Medical Center, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, The University Of Chicago Medicine, Advocate South Suburban Hospital, Uchicago Medicine Comer Childrens Hospital Hyde Park, Advocate Childrens Hospital, Advocate Childrens Hospital, and The Center For Care And Discovery.

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