Summary

Dr. Wassim Shwaiki specializes in pulmonology, critical care medicine, and internal medicine. They earned their medical degree from the University of Damascus and completed residency training at the University of Connecticut. With 28 years of experience treating patients with complex respiratory and critical care conditions, Dr. Shwaiki brings extensive expertise to their practice. They are fluent in Arabic, Spanish, and English.

Dr. Shwaiki is affiliated with Saint Catherine Hospital and practices at Chest Physician Consultants in Munster, Indiana. They focus on treating chronic lung disease and COPD, including cases with multiple health complications. Dr. Shwaiki performs pulmonary function testing to evaluate lung health and bronchodilator reversibility testing to assess breathing treatments. They also provide therapeutic hypothermia for critically ill patients. Patients rate Dr. Shwaiki 4.5 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 28 years of experience
  • 59 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Arabic, Spanish, English
  • University Of Connecticut
  • 2 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 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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PulmonologyEmergency MedicineCritical Care MedicineCritical Care Medicine
Accepts New Patients
4.5 
28 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Arabic, Spanish, English
Munster , INChicago , ILOak Lawn , ILSaint Louis , MO
Med School: University Of Damascus Med School: Univ Of Alberta Fac Of Med Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina Med School: University Of Central Florida College Of Medicine
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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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Which hospitals is Dr. Wassim Shwaiki affiliated with?
Dr. Wassim Shwaiki is affiliated with Saint Catherine Hospital.
Where is Dr. Wassim Shwaiki's office located?
Dr. Wassim Shwaiki's office is located at 8840 Calumet Ave Ste 203, Munster, IN, 46321.

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