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Dr. Paula E. Williams, MD, MS is a pediatric cardiologist in Crown Point, IN specializing in pediatric cardiology. She graduated from University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine. Dr. Paula E. Williams, MD, MS is affiliated with The University of Chicago Medicine and Powers Health.
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Heart Problems
The heart is one of the most important organs in the body. This smooth muscle expands and contracts rhythmically an entire lifetime, pumping blood to the lungs and then to every other cell in the body. When heart problems occur, it becomes difficult for the body to get the nutrients and oxygen it needs via the blood. So while there are a variety of illnesses and disorders that affect the heart, most of them cause weakness, exhaustion and shortness of breath. The most common heart conditions include heart disease, angina, arrhythmia, and valve disorders.
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. This includes coronary artery disease, heart attacks, congestive heart failure, and congenital heart disease. Some conditions, such as genetics, cannot be controlled. But there are many other things one can do to lower their risk for heart disease. Controlling high blood pressure and cholesterol levels, reducing or stopping smoking, exercising more and losing weight if needed, and eating a diet low in sodium can all protect the heart.
Angina is a squeezing type of chest pain that happens when the muscles around the heart don't get enough oxygen. It can be regular or infrequent. Usually, angina is caused by coronary heart disease. However, not all chest pain is angina. Chest pain can also be caused by a lung infection or panic attack, for example, so it is important to have any sudden pain checked.
Arrhythmia is the word for when the heart beats too fast, too slow, or irregularly with skipped beats. It can feel frightening, and depending on the type it can be dangerous, but in most cases arrhythmia is not serious and can be treated. It is very common, especially in older adults.
Heart valve problems can happen in any one of the the heart's four valves that keep blood flowing where it needs to go. Babies can be born with problems in their heart valves, or valves can be damaged by infections. The valves can stiffen and become less mobile, or they can stop closing properly and 'leak' when the heart beats. Valve problems can usually be repaired surgically.
Dr. Paula E. Williams, MD, MS graduated from University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine. She completed residency at Rush University Medical Center. She is certified by the Board Certification: Gastroenterology and has a state license in Illinois.
Medical School: University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine
Residency: Rush University Medical Center
Board Certification: Board Certification: Gastroenterology
Licensed In: Illinois
Dr. Paula E. Williams, MD, MS is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Paula E. Williams, MD, MS appears to accept the following insurance providers: Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, Aetna PPO, CIGNA PPO, CIGNA POS, CIGNA HMO, MultiPlan PPO, Medicare Advantage, Aetna POS, Medicare, Humana, PHCS PPO, Aetna Medicare PPO, United W500 Emergent Wrap, Aetna Better Health *see insurance page, United Options (PPO), CountyCare *see insurance page, BCBS HMO (HMOI) (specialists only), United Select (HMO & EPO) (specialists only), University of Chicago Health Plan (UCHP), United Choice HMO (specialists only), BCBS Blue Precision HMO (specialists only), Aetna HMO (specialists only) and United Choice Plus POS/PPO.
According to our sources, Dr. Paula E. Williams, MD, MS accepts the following insurance providers:
Dr. Paula E. Williams, MD, MS has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 216 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Paula E. Williams, MD, MS from all over the web to help you find the right in Crown Point, IN.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Paula E. Williams, MD, MS. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$179
TARCEVA $64 |
XTANDI $19 |
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$37
Philips Oral Healthcare $37 |
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Dr. Paula Williams works as a pediatric cardiology. Her patients gave her an average rating of 5.0 stars (out of 5). These areas are among Dr. Williams's clinical interests: heart problems, intensive care, and echocardiogram (echo). She is affiliated with Powers Health, The University of Chicago Medicine, and Community Hospital. She takes Blue California, Aetna, and CIGNA Plans, in addition to other insurance carriers. According to Powers Health, she is currently accepting new patients at her office in Chicago, IL. Before performing her residency at Rush University Medical Center, Dr. Williams attended the University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine.
