Summary

Dr. Shih-Wen Chang treats respiratory failure, chronic lung disease, and COPD, and performs therapeutic hypothermia, central venous catheter placement, and endotracheal intubation. He practices internal medicine and pulmonology and has 46 years of experience. Dr. Chang is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital and sees patients in Sycamore and Decatur, Illinois. He completed his residency at McGaw Medical Center and earned his medical degree from the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Chang 4.4 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 46 years of experience
  • 19 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Mcgaw Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Dr. Shih-Wen Chang has 3 locations

Consultants Of Internal Medicine

1711 DeKalb Ave Ste C4Sycamore, IL 60178
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

Decatur Memorial Hospital

2300 N Edward StDecatur, IL 62526

Decatur Memorial Hospital

2300 N Edward StDecatur, IL 62526

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Dr. Shih-Wen Chang, MDDr. Adewumi Bakare DMSc, PA-CDr. Firas Aubeid, MD, MBA, FACPDr. Delin Wang, MD
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46 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, Yoruba, French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, Chinese (Mandarin) Speaks English
Sycamore , ILMesquite , TXNew Lenox , ILMount Prospect , IL
Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc Med School: University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Shih-Wen Chang

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Cigna
  • Dean Health Plan
  • Health Alliance
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Physicians Mutual
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Shih-Wen Chang has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Shih-Wen Chang has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Critical Care
  • Emphysema
  • Pneumonia
  • Pulmonology
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Mcgaw Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine in 1980.

NPI Number

Dr. Chang's NPI number is 1629084579.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Shih-Wen Chang's office located?
Dr. Shih-Wen Chang's office is located at 1711 DeKalb Ave Ste C4, Sycamore, IL, 60178.
Is Dr. Shih-Wen Chang accepting new patients?
Dr. Shih-Wen Chang is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Shih-Wen Chang's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Dr. Shih-Wen Chang accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Shih-Wen Chang has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Shih-Wen Chang speak?
Dr. Shih-Wen Chang speaks English.
Does Dr. Shih-Wen Chang accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Shih-Wen Chang accepts on their Vitals profile.

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