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Dr. Walter Plasencia specializes in internal medicine, bringing more than four decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Universidad De Montemorelos Escuela De Medicina and completed his residency training at the University of Health Sciences Center. With 44 years of experience caring for patients, Dr. Plasencia is fluent in both Spanish and English.
Dr. Plasencia practices at Medped Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois, and maintains hospital affiliations with Swedish Hospital. He focuses on managing high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies and pediatric hypertension cases. His practice includes performing comprehensive blood work such as complete blood counts and metabolic panels to help diagnose and monitor various health conditions.
Dr. Plasencia practices at Medped Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois, and maintains hospital affiliations with Swedish Hospital. He focuses on managing high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies and pediatric hypertension cases. His practice includes performing comprehensive blood work such as complete blood counts and metabolic panels to help diagnose and monitor various health conditions.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 44 years of experience
- 29 insurance plans accepted
- speaks Spanish, English
- University Of Health Sciences Center
- 1 specialty
- 6 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
Medped Medical Center
5939 W Diversey AveChicago, IL 60639 Tel: (773) 637-1600
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 - 2:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 44 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience | 30 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks Spanish, English | |
| Chicago , IL | Chicago , IL | Berwyn , IL | Berwyn , IL |
| Med School: Universidad De Montemorelos Escuela De Medicina | Med School: Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: Universidad Libre De Colombia Facultad De Ciencias De La Salud | |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Walter Ruben Plasencia
Medical Specialties
Dr. Walter Ruben Plasencia has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Walter Ruben Plasencia has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
44 Years Experience
Dr. Walter Ruben Plasencia holds an active medical license in the state of Illinois.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Illinois that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at University Of Health Sciences Center.
Medical School
Graduated from Universidad De Montemorelos Escuela De Medicina in 1982.
NPI Number
Dr. Plasencia's NPI number is 1497715908.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What languages does Dr. Walter Ruben Plasencia speak?
- Dr. Walter Ruben Plasencia speaks Spanish and English.
- Where is Dr. Walter Ruben Plasencia's office located?
- Dr. Walter Ruben Plasencia's office is located at 5939 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL, 60639.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Walter Ruben Plasencia affiliated with?
- Dr. Walter Ruben Plasencia is affiliated with Swedish Hospital.
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