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Dr. William Scharf is a surgeon with four decades of experience treating patients in Illinois. He earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Illinois College of Medicine. His extensive training prepared him for a career focused on surgical care and treatment of complex medical conditions.
Dr. Scharf practices at OSF Saint James John W. Albrecht Medical Center in Pontiac, Illinois. He specializes in treating serious infections, including E. coli infections and antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections. His expertise extends to managing wound infections that require specialized care and attention.
Dr. Scharf practices at OSF Saint James John W. Albrecht Medical Center in Pontiac, Illinois. He specializes in treating serious infections, including E. coli infections and antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections. His expertise extends to managing wound infections that require specialized care and attention.
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Quick Facts
- 40 years of experience
- University Of Illinois College Of Medicine
- 1 specialty
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
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| Surgery | Family Medicine | Surgery | Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 40 Years of Experience | 61 Years of Experience | 53 Years of Experience | 22 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | ||
| Pontiac , IL | Pontiac , IL | Streator , IL | Pontiac , IL |
| Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine | Med School: Southwestern University College Of Medicine | Med School: Hacettepe Universitesi Tip Fakultesi | Med School: Midwestern University-Chicago College Of Osteopathic Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. William Richard Scharf has the following specialty
Certifications, License, & Education
40 Years Experience
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at University Of Illinois College Of Medicine.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine in 1986.
NPI Number
Dr. Scharf's NPI number is 1831282078.
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- Dr. William Scharf's office is located at 2500 W Reynolds St, Pontiac, IL, 61764.
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