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Dr. Melvin Lopata is a pulmonologist specializing in critical care medicine and internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System. With 61 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Lopata brings extensive knowledge to the care of patients with complex respiratory conditions. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.
Dr. Lopata practices at several Chicago locations, including the University of Illinois Hospital, Jesse Brown VA Medical Center, and Kindred Hospital Chicago Lakeshore. He focuses on treating patients with COPD and related complications, as well as those with chronic lung disease. Dr. Lopata also evaluates pulmonary nodules to help determine appropriate treatment plans. His expertise includes performing pulmonary function testing and bronchodilator reversibility testing to assess lung capacity and breathing function.
Dr. Lopata practices at several Chicago locations, including the University of Illinois Hospital, Jesse Brown VA Medical Center, and Kindred Hospital Chicago Lakeshore. He focuses on treating patients with COPD and related complications, as well as those with chronic lung disease. Dr. Lopata also evaluates pulmonary nodules to help determine appropriate treatment plans. His expertise includes performing pulmonary function testing and bronchodilator reversibility testing to assess lung capacity and breathing function.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 61 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- University Of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System
- 3 specialties
- 4 areas of expertise
- 3 board certifications
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 5 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Melvin Lopata has 5 locationsJesse Brown Va Medical Center
820 S Damen AveChicago, IL 60612 Tel: (312) 569-8387
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
University Of Illinois College Of Medicine Chicago Pediatrics
840 S Wood St Ste 1206Chicago, IL 60612 Tel: (312) 996-8297
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
Sat8:00 am - 1:00 pm
SunClosed
University Of Illinois College Of Medicine Chicago Internal Medicine
840 S WOOD ST STE 1020NCHICAGO, IL 60612 Tel: (312) 996-7700
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| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 61 Years of Experience | 54 Years of Experience | 22 Years of Experience | 12 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | |||
| Chicago , IL | Chicago , IL | Evanston , IL | Chicago , IL |
| Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine | Med School: Thanjavur Medical College | Med School: LADY HARDINGE MEDICAL COLLEGE | Med School: Midwestern University-Chicago College Of Osteopathic Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Melvin Lopata has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Melvin Lopata has the following 4 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
61 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
University Of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System
Medical School
University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of MedicineGraduated in 1965
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- Dr. Melvin Lopata's office is located at 820 S Damen Ave, Chicago, IL, 60612.
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- Dr. Melvin Lopata speaks English and Spanish.
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