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Dr. Rhonda K. Williams, MD is a pediatrician in St Charles, IL specializing in general pediatrics and general practice. She graduated from University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine in 1981 and has 45 years of experience. Dr. Rhonda K. Williams, MD is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine and Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group.
Asthma
Asthma is a chronic lung disease where the tissue and airways of the lungs become extremely sensitive to certain substances. When these substances are breathed in, the lungs become inflamed. The muscles around the airways tighten and squeeze the lungs, and passages within the lungs swell and tighten. The airways themselves produce mucus, which further clogs the tightened, swollen airways. A person having an asthma attack finds it very difficult to breathe, and a severe attack can even be fatal.
Asthma affects people of all ages, but people with asthma are most often diagnosed as children. Symptoms can include wheezing, a tight feeling in the chest, shortness of breath, and coughing. Some people have mild symptoms all the time, and some people have no symptoms at all, but everyone with asthma is susceptible to occasional severe attacks or flare-ups of symptoms when they are exposed to triggers. Triggers vary widely but can include:
Treatment for most asthma patients involves three steps. Patients learn what their asthma triggers are and avoid them. They take a daily control medication, usually an inhaled corticosteroid, to reduce inflammation in the lungs. Also, they have rescue medication with them at all times to take in case of a severe attack. These quick-acting inhaled medications relax the muscles around the airways and allow the lungs to open up for air.
There is no cure for asthma, but with treatment it should not interfere with daily life and activities.
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD/ADHD)
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is one of the most common disorders diagnosed in children. Nine percent of children in the USA have been diagnosed with ADHD. Symptoms, which include hyperactivity and difficulty maintaining focus or paying attention, can last into adulthood for some patients. Boys are four times as likely to be diagnosed as girls, although experts don't know why this is.
There are three main types of ADHD:
When diagnosing ADHD, it is important to rule out other issues that may be causing the symptoms. Seizure disorders, hearing loss, anxiety, and domestic problems are some examples of problems that can cause behaviors similar to those seen with ADHD.
Treatment can include stimulant medications, behavioral therapy to teach patients ways to navigate their world and control symptoms better, and accommodations at school or work. A structured environment (with lots of organization and well-defined rules) seems to help most kids with ADHD function at their best.
ADHD is mainly thought of as a disorder that affects children, but symptoms can last into adulthood for a third to half of those diagnosed. In adults, ADHD has similar symptoms as when it is seen in children: impulsive behavior, difficulty maintaining focus, being easily distracted, or a tendency to fidget. These symptoms can cause problems in a patient's careers and relationships. Additionally, adults with ADHD are at increased risk for substance abuse. Medications can be an important part of treatment for adults, as well as stress reduction techniques and organization skills training. Specialized ADHD coaches can help adults with ADHD manage their symptoms and succeed in all areas of their life.
Dr. Rhonda K. Williams, MD graduated from University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine in 1981. She completed residency at Nationwide Children's Hospital/Ohio State University. She is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics - Pediatrics (Certified) and has a state license in Illinois.
Medical School: University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine (1981)
Residency: Nationwide Children's Hospital/Ohio State University (1984)
Board Certification: American Board of Pediatrics - Pediatrics (Certified)
Licensed In: Illinois
Dr. Rhonda K. Williams, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Rhonda K. Williams, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 21 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Rhonda K. Williams, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in St Charles, IL.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Rhonda K. Williams, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$125
DEFLUX $125 |
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$70
GARDASIL $70 |
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$45
LINZESS $45 |
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$11
QVAR $11 |
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This table describes ownership payments received by Dr. Rhonda K. Williams, MD.
| CCPA Purchasing Partners, L.P. | 2016 | $15.78 | Physician Covered Recipient | Limited Partnership Interest |
| CCPA Purchasing Partners, L.P. | 2014 | $15.78 | Physician Covered Recipient | Limited Partnership Interest |
| CCPA Purchasing Partners, L.P. | 2015 | $15.78 | Physician Covered Recipient | Limited Partnership Interest |
Dr. Rhonda Williams is a Saint Charles, IL physician who specializes in general practice and general pediatrics. Her areas of clinical interest consist of newborn care, down syndrome, and attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD). Her professional affiliations include Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital and Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group. Dr. Williams is a graduate of the University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine and a graduate of Nationwide Children's Hospital's residency program. Patient reviews placed her at an average of 5.0 stars (out of 5). Yext reports that she is accepting new patients at her office in St Charles, IL.
