Summary

Dr. Zaher Qassem is a pulmonologist with expertise in critical care medicine and internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Damascus Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Morehouse School of Medicine. With 28 years of experience treating complex respiratory conditions, Dr. Qassem brings extensive knowledge to patient care. He is fluent in English and Spanish.

Dr. Qassem practices at multiple locations throughout Rockford, Illinois, including Mercyhealth Physician Clinic Rockton and Mercy Health Physicians Pulmonary Disease. He also provides care at Javon Bea Hospital Riverside. His clinical focus includes treating COPD and chronic lung disease, particularly in patients with multiple health conditions. Dr. Qassem performs specialized testing such as pulmonary function testing and bronchodilator reversibility testing to help diagnose and monitor breathing disorders. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.3 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 28 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Morehouse School Of Medicine
  • 2 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Zaher Qassem has 3 locations

Mercyhealth Physician Clinic Rockton

2350 N Rockton AveRockford, IL 61103
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

Mercy Health Physicians Pulmonary Disease

2350 N Rockton Ave Ste 310Rockford, IL 61103
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Javon Bea Hospital Riverside

8201 E Riverside BlvdRockford, IL 61114

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PulmonologyPhysical Medicine & RehabilitationVascular & Interventional RadiologyCritical Care Medicine
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28 Years of Experience 33 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Rockford , ILRockford , ILDowners Grove , ILMadison , WI
Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Jacobs School Of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The Univ Of Buffalo Med School: University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Zaher Qassem

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Clear Spring Health
  • Family Health Network
  • Family Health Network - HMO
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optimum HealthCare
  • State Farm
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • WPS Health Plan
  • Zing Health
  • Zing Health - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Zaher Qassem has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Zaher Qassem has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Emphysema
  • Internal Medicine
  • Pneumonia
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Morehouse School Of Medicine

Medical School

University Of Damascus Faculty Of MedicineGraduated in 1998

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What languages does Dr. Zaher Qassem speak?
Dr. Zaher Qassem speaks English and Spanish.
Where is Dr. Zaher Qassem's office located?
Dr. Zaher Qassem's office is located at 2350 N Rockton Ave, Rockford, IL, 61103.

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