Overview
Leslie Cockerham, MD, MAS, is an associate professor in medicine (infectious diseases) at the Medical College of Wisconsin and the Chief Medical Officer at Vivent Health. Dr. Cockerham received her Medical Degree from the Feinberg School of Medicine at Northwestern University in Chicago. She then completed her internal medicine residency, chief residency and infectious disease fellowship at the University of California – San Francisco (UCSF). While at UCSF, she also completed advanced training in epidemiology and biostatistics and received a Master’s Degree in Clinical Research. Dr. Cockerham joined the faculty at MCW in late 2014. Dr. Cockerham attends on the inpatient consult services and provides HIV, PrEP and primary care to patients at Vivent Health. In 2022, Dr. Cockerham assumed the role of Chief Medical officer at Vivent Health overseeing ten medical clinics 6 states, including 4 in Wisconsin.
Dr. Cockerham is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis C, Myelitis, and AIDS Dementia Complex.
Dr. Cockerham is board certified in Infectious Disease and Internal Medicine. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 12 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Cockerham is currently accepting new patients.
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8750 William Coffey Dr., Milwaukee, WI 53226
1311 N 6th St, Milwaukee, WI 53212
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.
Infectious Disease Specialists Of SE WI
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Ascension St. Francis Hospital
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Infectious Disease Clinic - Sargeant Health Center
David M. Letzer, DO, is an independent infectious disease specialist at Ascension Wisconsin in Brookfield, Wisconsin. He diagnoses, treats, and manages rare and complex infections. He has a special interest in SARS, Ebola, hepatitis A, HIV/AIDS, and tuberculosis (TB). Dr. Letzer also provides contact tracing to determine the source of the infection and potential spread of many diseases, including diseases spread by parasites, such as malaria, rocky-mountain spotted fever and Lyme disease. Dr. Letzer is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteomyelitis, Lymphangitis, Strep Throat, and Infectious Arthritis. Dr. Letzer is board certified in Infectious Disease, American Osteopathic Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine, American Osteopathic Board Of Internal Medicine - Infectious Disease, and American Osteopathic Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Letzer is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Leslie R. Cockerham
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Leslie R. Cockerham?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Leslie R. Cockerham by calling their office at 414-805-6444. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Leslie R. Cockerham a top-rated expert for HIV/AIDS?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Leslie R. Cockerham is classified as an Advanced expert for HIV/AIDS, 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. Leslie R. Cockerham specialize in?
While Dr. Leslie R. Cockerham is a Infectious Disease, they have specific expertise in HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis C, and Myelitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Infectious Disease.
Does Dr. Leslie R. Cockerham participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Leslie R. Cockerham has published 12 articles and abstracts on conditions like HIV/AIDS. You can view a list of Dr. Leslie R. Cockerham's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Leslie R. Cockerham accept my insurance?
Dr. Leslie R. Cockerham accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 414-805-6444 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- HIV/AIDSDr. Cockerham isAdvanced. Learn about HIV/AIDS.
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- AIDS Dementia ComplexDr. Cockerham isExperienced. Learn about AIDS Dementia Complex.
- AIDS Dysmorphic SyndromeDr. Cockerham isExperienced. Learn about AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome.
- HepatitisDr. Cockerham isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis.
- Hepatitis CDr. Cockerham isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis C.
- MyelitisDr. Cockerham isExperienced. Learn about Myelitis.
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