Dr. Charles German, MD

Dr. Charles German, MD

Cardiologist
5758 S Maryland Ave, Module 5C, Chicago, IL
Charles German, MD, MS, is a board-certified cardiologist who specializes in preventive and general cardiology. Dr. German works with patients who are at risk for heart disease to collaborate on individual treatment plans for each patient. Dr. German is passionate about using his expertise in preventive cardiology to help his patients avoid or slow the progression of heart disease. His methods include everything from exercise and lifestyle modification to advanced lipid testing and medication in order to personalize care to meet his patient’s specific needs and deliver the best outcomes. Dr. German also has experience treating patients with genetic cholesterol disorders, difficult-to-control blood pressure, obesity and metabolic syndrome. Along with his devotion to his clinical practice, Dr. German also conducts ongoing research that can help predict and prevent heart disease. Specifically, he has a keen interest in physical activity research, trying to understand how different types of exercise and physical activity mediate heart health. His work has been published in several highly respected, peer-reviewed journals, including American Journal of Cardiology, Heart, European Journal of Preventive Cardiology and American Journal of Hypertension. As a physician, Dr. German understands the impact that mentors can have, so he takes his teaching opportunities seriously. He plans to guide medical students, residents and fellows throughout their career through practical training and lectures on topics related to preventive cardiology.

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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.00

Average wait time

4.33

Bedside manner

4.00

About Dr. Charles German

Charles German, MD, MS, is a board-certified cardiologist who specializes in preventive and general cardiology. Dr. German works with patients who are at risk for heart disease to collaborate on individual treatment plans for each patient. Dr. German is passionate about using his expertise in preventive cardiology to help his patients avoid or slow the progression of heart disease. His methods include everything from exercise and lifestyle modification to advanced lipid testing and medication in order to personalize care to meet his patient’s specific needs and deliver the best outcomes. Dr. German also has experience treating patients with genetic cholesterol disorders, difficult-to-control blood pressure, obesity and metabolic syndrome. Along with his devotion to his clinical practice, Dr. German also conducts ongoing research that can help predict and prevent heart disease. Specifically, he has a keen interest in physical activity research, trying to understand how different types of exercise and physical activity mediate heart health. His work has been published in several highly respected, peer-reviewed journals, including American Journal of Cardiology, Heart, European Journal of Preventive Cardiology and American Journal of Hypertension. As a physician, Dr. German understands the impact that mentors can have, so he takes his teaching opportunities seriously. He plans to guide medical students, residents and fellows throughout their career through practical training and lectures on topics related to preventive cardiology.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Congestive heart failure
Heart failure
Atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter
Irregular heartbeat
Coronary Artery Disease
High cholesterol
Congestive heart failure
Heart failure
Atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter
Irregular heartbeat

Office locations

UChicago Medicine - Cardiology (1 of 2)
5758 S Maryland Ave, Module 5C, Chicago, IL 60637
UChicago Medicine - Cardiology (2 of 2)
355 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
1 of 2

Education and background

Practice names

Board certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine
  • Cardiovascular Disease (American Board of Internal Medicine)

Education and training

  • Medical School - University of Texas Medical Branch, Doctor of Medicine
  • University of Alabama, Birmingham (Residency)
  • Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center (Fellowship)

Professional memberships

  • American Society for Preventive Cardiology
  • American Heart Association
  • American College of Cardiology
  • National Lipid Association

Awards and publications

  • Bays HE, Kulkarni A, German C, Satish P, Iluyomade A, Dudum R, Thakkar A, Rifai MA, Mehta A, Thobani A, Al-Saiegh Y, Nelson AJ, Sheth S, Toth PP. Ten Things to know about Ten Cardiovascular Disease Risk Factors - 2022. Am J Prev Cardiol. 2022 Jun; 10:100342. PMID: 35517870.
  • Kaminsky LA, Bonikowske AR, German C. Now Is the Time to Implement Physical Activity Counseling in Clinical Practice-A New Universal Tool. Mayo Clin Proc. 2022 04; 97(4):645-647. PMID: 35379416.
  • Polonsky TS, German CA. Extra Coronary Calcium: Should We Measure All That Meets the Eye? Circ Cardiovasc Imaging. 2022 03; 15(3):e013937. PMID: 35290074.
  • McNavish DE, German CA, Shapiro MD. Should a Statin be Given to All Hypertensive Patients? Curr Hypertens Rep. 2022 01; 24(1):21-27. PMID: 35072922.
  • German CA, Shapiro MD. Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Heterozygous Familial Hypercholesterolaemia: the Hazardous Intersection of Cardiometabolic and Genetic risk. Eur J Prev Cardiol. 2022 01 11; 28(16):1817-1818. PMID: 33961017.

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1316359441

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
4.00
Wait time
4.33
Bedside manner
4.00
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Dr. Charles German has 2 office locations in Chicago, view full addresses on Dr. German's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. Charles German have?

Dr. Charles German is certified by American Board of Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Disease (American Board of Internal Medicine).

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Dr. Charles German frequently sees patients for Annual Physical, Cardiology Consultation , Cardiology Follow Up , Chest Pain, and High Blood Pressure / Hypertension. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Charles German on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Charles German speak?

Dr. Charles German speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Charles German in reviews?

8 patients have reviewed Dr. Charles German. The overall rating for this doctor is 4/5. They have a 4/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.33/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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