Overview

Dr. Schwab graduated from the University of California San Francisco School of Medicine in 1992. She works in Oak Lawn, IL and specializes in Emergency Medicine. Dr. Schwab is affiliated with Advocate Christ Medical Center and Advocate Childrens Hospital.

Education

Medical School
University of California San Francisco School of Medicine
1992

Internship
University of California (San Francisco)/Fresno
1992 – 1993

Residency
University of California (San Francisco)/Fresno
Emergency Medicine, 1993 – 1996

Certification

American Board of Emergency Medicine
Board Certified in Emergency Medicine

American Board of Obesity Medicine
Board Certified in Obesity Medicine

Licensure

CA State Medical License
1993 – 1998

IL State Medical License
1998 – 2029

IN State Medical License
2024 – 2027

NPI #

1629086210

Specialties

Dr. Theresa Schwab, MD, specializes in the medical management of obesity and morbid obesity, providing comprehensive evaluations and personalized treatment plans to support long-term weight management. Her expertise includes detoxification evaluations and the care of patients with complex medical conditions, including respiratory failure, dehydration, drug withdrawal, cerebral edema, burn injuries, embolism, chest pain, and acute myocardial infarction.

Bariatric Surgeries Performed

Dr. Theresa Schwab focuses on the medical management of obesity rather than performing bariatric surgery. She provides comprehensive evaluations and personalized care for patients with obesity and morbid obesity, helping them improve their health through evidence-based, non-surgical weight management strategies and ongoing medical support.

Years of Experience

30+ years

Languages Spoken

English