Summary

Dr. Wassim Shwaiki treats chronic lung disease, COPD, and COPD with comorbidities, and performs therapeutic hypothermia, pulmonary function testing, and bronchodilator reversibility testing. They practice pulmonology, critical care medicine, and internal medicine and are affiliated with Saint Catherine Hospital. Dr. Shwaiki has 28 years of experience.

Dr. Shwaiki completed a residency at the University of Connecticut and earned their medical degree from the University of Damascus. They see patients in Munster, Indiana, and speak Arabic, English, and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Shwaiki 4.5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 28 years of experience
  • 59 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Arabic, English, Spanish
  • University Of Connecticut
  • 2 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Chest Physician Consultants

8840 Calumet Ave Ste 203Munster, IN 46321
Mon8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Wassim Shwaiki

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Advocate Health Care
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • Amita Health
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Clear Spring Health
  • Devoted Health
  • Golden Rule
  • Hawaii Medical Assurance Association (HMAA)
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • MagnaCare
  • MDwise
  • MDwise - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • MVP Health Care
  • Pan-American Life Insurance Group
  • Priority Health
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • Texas Children's Health Plan - Medicaid
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare
  • Zing Health
  • Zing Health - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Wassim Shwaiki has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Wassim Shwaiki has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Bronchoscopy
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Emphysema
  • Internal Medicine
  • Lung Cancer
  • Pneumonia
  • Pulmonary Function Test
  • Sepsis (Blood Poisoning)
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Connecticut.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Damascus in 1998.

NPI Number

Dr. Shwaiki's NPI number is 1013115039.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Wassim Shwaiki accepting new patients?
Dr. Wassim Shwaiki is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Wassim Shwaiki's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Where is Dr. Wassim Shwaiki's office located?
Dr. Wassim Shwaiki's office is located at 8840 Calumet Ave Ste 203, Munster, IN, 46321.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Wassim Shwaiki?
You can find contact information for Dr. Wassim Shwaiki here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Wassim Shwaiki accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Wassim Shwaiki has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Wassim Shwaiki accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Wassim Shwaiki accepts on their Vitals profile.

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