Overview
Erica Lester is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Hernia and Obesity.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 20 peer reviewed articles.
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1969 W Ogden Ave, Chicago, IL 60612
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Erica Lester
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Erica Lester?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Erica Lester by calling their office at 312-864-6000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Erica Lester a top-rated expert for Hernia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Erica Lester is classified as an Experienced expert for Hernia, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Erica Lester specialize in?
While Dr. Erica Lester is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Hernia, Obesity. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Erica Lester participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Erica Lester has published 20 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hernia. You can view a list of Dr. Erica Lester's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- HerniaDr. Lester isExperienced. Learn about Hernia.
- ObesityDr. Lester isExperienced. Learn about Obesity.