Expertise in
6
conditions

Dr. Kareem M. Alazem

Urology
Office
2750 S River Rd, 
Des Plaines, IL 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
10 Years of Experience
Expertise in
6
conditions
Office
2750 S River Rd, 
Des Plaines, IL 

Overview

Kareem Alazem is a Urologist practicing medicine in Des Plaines, Illinois. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years.

Dr. Alazem is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bacterial Prostatitis, Nonbacterial Prostatitis, Obstructive Uropathy, Kidney Stones, and Ureteroscopy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Alazem is currently accepting new patients in some locations.

Graduate Year

2016

Specialties

Urology

Licenses

Urology in IL

Hospital Affiliations

Gibson Community Hospital
Iroquois Memorial Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

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Locations

Office
2750 S River Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60018

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.

7 Total Publications

"Robotic fatigue?" - The impact of case order on positive surgical margins in robotic-assisted laparoscopic prostatectomy.
"Robotic fatigue?" - The impact of case order on positive surgical margins in robotic-assisted laparoscopic prostatectomy.
Journal: Urologic oncology
Published: July 13, 2020
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312-695-8146
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English
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Kareem M. Alazem

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kareem M. Alazem?

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Is Dr. Kareem M. Alazem a top-rated expert for Bacterial Prostatitis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kareem M. Alazem is classified as an Advanced expert for Bacterial Prostatitis, 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. Kareem M. Alazem specialize in?

While Dr. Kareem M. Alazem is a Urology, they have specific expertise in Bacterial Prostatitis, Nonbacterial Prostatitis, and Obstructive Uropathy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Urology.

Does Dr. Kareem M. Alazem participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Kareem M. Alazem has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Bacterial Prostatitis. You can view a list of Dr. Kareem M. Alazem's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Kareem M. Alazem accept my insurance?

Dr. Kareem M. Alazem accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 224-612-7000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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