Tamar S. Polonsky
Expertise in
20
conditions

Dr. Tamar S. Polonsky

Cardiology
355 E. Grand Ave., 
Chicago, IL 
Accepting New Patients
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Expertise in
20
conditions
355 E. Grand Ave., 
Chicago, IL 

Overview

Tamar Polonsky is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois.

Dr. Polonsky is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Atherosclerosis, Peripheral Artery Disease, Coronary Heart Disease, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Dr. Polonsky is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease and Practicing Since2002. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 119 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Polonsky is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Cardiology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in IL

Board Certifications

Cardiovascular Disease
Practicing Since2002

Fellowships

Northwestern Medicine; University of Chicago Medicine

Hospital Affiliations

Northwest Health - Porter
The University Of Chicago Medical Center
UChicago Medicine Faculty Physicians

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Health Care Services Corporation
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Humana
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Managed Medicaid
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Walgreens
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Wellcare
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Locations

UChicago Medicine River East
355 E. Grand Ave., Chicago, IL 60611
Other Locations
UChicago Medicine Duchossois Center for Advanced Medicine - Hyde Park
5758 S. Maryland Ave., Chicago, IL 60637

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

Improve PAD Performance With Metformin: The PERMET Trial
Improve PAD Performance With Metformin: The PERMET Trial
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: August 24, 2026
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Metformin
Study Phase: Phase 3

119 Total Publications

Correction to: 2026 ACC/AHA/AACVPR/ABC/ACPM/ADA/AGS/APhA/ASPC/NLA/PCNA Guideline on the Management of Dyslipidemia: A Report of the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association Joint Committee on Clinical Practice Guidelines.
Correction to: 2026 ACC/AHA/AACVPR/ABC/ACPM/ADA/AGS/APhA/ASPC/NLA/PCNA Guideline on the Management of Dyslipidemia: A Report of the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association Joint Committee on Clinical Practice Guidelines.
Journal: Circulation
Published: June 22, 2026
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Chicago, IL 
 (0.4 miles away)
312-664-3278
Languages Spoken:
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Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Tamar S. Polonsky

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Tamar S. Polonsky?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Tamar S. Polonsky by calling their office at 888-824-0200. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Tamar S. Polonsky a top-rated expert for Atherosclerosis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Tamar S. Polonsky is classified as an Elite expert for Atherosclerosis, 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. Tamar S. Polonsky specialize in?

While Dr. Tamar S. Polonsky is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Atherosclerosis, Peripheral Artery Disease, and Coronary Heart Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.

Does Dr. Tamar S. Polonsky participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Tamar S. Polonsky has published 119 articles and abstracts on conditions like Atherosclerosis. You can view a list of Dr. Tamar S. Polonsky's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Tamar S. Polonsky accept my insurance?

Dr. Tamar S. Polonsky accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 888-824-0200 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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