4.4
19 Ratings with 4 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Ray Sawaqed specializes in cardiovascular disease, focusing on heart and vascular conditions that affect patients throughout Chicago. He earned his medical degree from the University of Tichreen Faculty of Medicine in Lattakia, Syria, bringing an international perspective to his cardiac care. Dr. Sawaqed holds certifications in both thoracic and cardiac surgery from the American Board of Thoracic Surgery, as well as surgery certification from the American Board of Surgery. He provides care in English for his patients.
Dr. Sawaqed practices at Mount Sinai Hospital in Chicago, Illinois, and maintains affiliations with The Methodist Hospitals Northlake Campus. He treats patients with coronary artery disease and provides specialized care for heart conditions in women. His expertise includes managing myocardial ischemia, a condition where the heart muscle doesn't receive enough oxygen. Ray performs diagnostic procedures such as chest imaging and helps patients monitor their health …through home blood glucose testing. Patients rate him 4.4 out of 5 stars for his cardiovascular care.
Read More Read less Dr. Sawaqed practices at Mount Sinai Hospital in Chicago, Illinois, and maintains affiliations with The Methodist Hospitals Northlake Campus. He treats patients with coronary artery disease and provides specialized care for heart conditions in women. His expertise includes managing myocardial ischemia, a condition where the heart muscle doesn't receive enough oxygen. Ray performs diagnostic procedures such as chest imaging and helps patients monitor their health …through home blood glucose testing. Patients rate him 4.4 out of 5 stars for his cardiovascular care.
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Quick Facts
- 8 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- University Of Tichreen Faculty Of Med Lattakia Syria
- 4 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 5 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
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| Ray Sawaqed, MD | Dr. Subir Bipin Shah, DO | Dr. Demetrios Doukas, DO | Dr. Joseph William Edgett Jr, MD |
| Cardiovascular Disease | Cardiovascular Disease | Cardiovascular Disease | Cardiovascular Disease |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 67 Years of Experience | |||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks Spanish, Polish, English | Speaks English | |
| Chicago , IL | Maywood , IL | Maywood , IL | Blue Island , IL |
| Med School: University Of Tichreen Faculty Of Med Lattakia Syria | Med School: Oregon Health & Science University | ||
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Medical Specialties
Ray Sawaqed has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Ray Sawaqed has the following 5 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
Ray Sawaqed holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of Indiana and Illinois. They are board certified in Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery and Surgery by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery and American Board of Surgery.
Board Certifications
Board certified in Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery and board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Indiana that expired in 2025 and an active medical license in the state of Illinois that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Tichreen Faculty Of Med Lattakia Syria.
NPI Number
Ray Sawaqed's NPI number is 1023109899.
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- Ray Sawaqed's office is located at 1500 S Fairfield Ave, Chicago, IL, 60608.
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