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Dr. Howard Axe, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 61
Dr. Howard Axe, MD
2.8 (32 Ratings)

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Dr. Howard Axe, MD is an Internist in Grayslake, IL.
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Dr. Howard Axe, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 61
Grayslake, IL
Accepting new patients
35 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Howard Axe, MD is an Internist in Grayslake, IL.

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Dr. Axe graduated from Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine in 1989 and completed a residency at University of Illinois College of Medicine.Dr. Howard Axe, MD is an Internist in Grayslake, IL and has 35 years experience. Dr. Axe currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital. At present, Dr. Axe received an average rating of 2.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 32 times. Dr. Axe's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Axe is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Northwestern Medicine Grayslake Internal Medicine
    1275 E Belvidere Rd Ste 250, Grayslake, IL 60030
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Feb 08, 2024
I have found Dr. Axe to be a great listener. He explains everything throughly. He is vest in my care. I’m extremely pleased to have Dr. Axe as my primary doctor.
Anne Cunningham — Feb 08, 2024
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Internal Medicine
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Education

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Medical Education
  • Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine
    1989
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Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine
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Internship

Internship
  • Michael Reese Hospital and Medical Center
    1990
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Residency

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  • University of Illinois College of Medicine
    1992
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Howard Axe, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Axe's profile.

Dr. Howard Axe, MD is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Howard Axe, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital

    1000 N Westmoreland Rd, Lake Forest, IL