Overview
Melissa Tesher is a Pediatric Rheumatologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Tesher is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA), Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), Arthritis, and Juvenile Dermatomyositis.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 24 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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5841 S Maryland Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
1675 Dempster St Fl 2, Park Ridge, IL 60068
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. Melissa Tesher
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Melissa Tesher?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Melissa Tesher by calling their office at 773-702-3618. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Melissa Tesher a top-rated expert for Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Melissa Tesher is classified as an Advanced expert for Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA), 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. Melissa Tesher specialize in?
While Dr. Melissa Tesher is a Pediatric Rheumatology, they have specific expertise in Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA), Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), and Arthritis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Rheumatology.
Does Dr. Melissa Tesher participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Melissa Tesher has published 24 articles and abstracts on conditions like Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA). You can view a list of Dr. Melissa Tesher's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Melissa Tesher accept my insurance?
Dr. Melissa Tesher accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 773-702-3618 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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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- Advanced
- Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)
- Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C)
- Experienced
- ArthritisDr. Tesher isExperienced. Learn about Arthritis.
- DermatomyositisDr. Tesher isExperienced. Learn about Dermatomyositis.
- Juvenile DermatomyositisDr. Tesher isExperienced. Learn about Juvenile Dermatomyositis.
- Pediatric MyocarditisDr. Tesher isExperienced. Learn about Pediatric Myocarditis.
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)Dr. Tesher isExperienced. Learn about Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE).