Overview
Michael Fischer is a Nephrologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Fischer is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Lupus Nephritis, Nephrosclerosis, and Kidney Transplant.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 92 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
1801 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL 60612
820 S Damen 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.
1 Clinical Trials
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Endeavor Health Medical Group
Stuart Sprague, DO, a nephrologist at Endeavor Health, brings decades of clinical experience and research to the care of patients with kidney disease. His work spans rare diseases, mineral metabolism and complex diagnostic challenges. Dr. Sprague is known for a patient-centered approach, especially for those who don’t fit typical treatment algorithms, and he continues to explore innovations in dialysis and artificial kidney development. Dr. Sprague is highly rated in 36 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, Hypercalcemia, Milk-Alkali Syndrome, Parathyroidectomy, and Kidney Transplant.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Michael Fischer
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Fischer?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael Fischer by calling their office at 312-355-1700. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Michael Fischer a top-rated expert for Chronic Kidney Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael Fischer is classified as an Distinguished expert for Chronic Kidney Disease, 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. Michael Fischer specialize in?
While Dr. Michael Fischer is a Nephrology, they have specific expertise in Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Lupus Nephritis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Nephrology.
Does Dr. Michael Fischer participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Michael Fischer has published 92 articles and abstracts on conditions like Chronic Kidney Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Michael Fischer's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Michael Fischer accept my insurance?
Dr. Michael Fischer accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 312-355-1700 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.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- Chronic Kidney DiseaseDr. Fischer isDistinguished. Learn about Chronic Kidney Disease.
- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)Dr. Fischer isDistinguished. Learn about End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
- Experienced
- Acute Kidney FailureDr. Fischer isExperienced. Learn about Acute Kidney Failure.
- Diabetic NephropathyDr. Fischer isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Nephropathy.
- Kidney TransplantDr. Fischer isExperienced. Learn about Kidney Transplant.
- Lupus NephritisDr. Fischer isExperienced. Learn about Lupus Nephritis.
- NephrosclerosisDr. Fischer isExperienced. Learn about Nephrosclerosis.
- Renovascular HypertensionDr. Fischer isExperienced. Learn about Renovascular Hypertension.