Dr. Nicholas Rizzo, MD, Palos Heights, IL

About Dr. Nicholas Rizzo

Dr. Nicholas Rizzo received his B.A. with Honors in Biology from the University of Chicago and his M.D. from Northwestern University. He completed his residency at the Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee and is board certified in Internal Medicine (General Medicine for adults). He is an Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine at the Indiana University School of Medicine, South Bend, and he has authored or co-authored several articles and books on combat sports medicine. He works as a physician for professional boxing and MMA events, is a past president of the Association of Ringside Physicians, and is a member of the State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation Athletic Unit Advisory Board. He holds a certificate in Culinary Arts from Kendall College and in 2018 received his JD with a Certificate in Health Law from Loyola University, Chicago.

Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.

Pneumonia and respiratory infections

Sepsis

Congestive heart failure

Irregular heartbeat

Pneumonia and respiratory infections

Sepsis

Congestive heart failure

Irregular heartbeat

Office location

Premiere General Medicine SC

7270 W College Dr, Ste 102, Palos Heights, IL 60463

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Education and background

Practice names

Premiere General Medicine SC

Board certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine

Education and training

Medical School - Northwestern University, Doctor of Medicine
Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Residency in Internal Medicine
University of Chicago: Hyde Park, Bachelor's

Awards and publications

Fellow of the American College of Physicians
Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Association of Ringside Physicians

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1669447272

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What practice does Dr. Nicholas Rizzo work with?

Dr. Nicholas Rizzo works with Premiere General Medicine SC.

Where is Dr. Nicholas Rizzo's office located?

Dr. Nicholas Rizzo's office is located at 7270 W College Dr, Palos Heights, IL 60463.

Which board certifications does Dr. Nicholas Rizzo have?

Dr. Nicholas Rizzo is certified by American Board of Internal Medicine.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Nicholas Rizzo?

Dr. Nicholas Rizzo frequently sees patients for Allergy Consultation, Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam, Annual Physical, Arthritis, and Illness. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Nicholas Rizzo on their profile.