Maria Teresa Tam, MDGynecology in Chicago, IL
Gender
Female
Languages spoken
English, Spanish, Tagalog
About Maria Teresa Tam, MD
Dr. Tam is the medical director for minimally invasive gynecological surgery at Ascension Saint Francis in Evanston, IL, a Center of Excellence in Minimally Invasive Gynecology (COEMIG). She also sees patients at Ascension Saint Joseph - Chicago in Lincoln Park and Ascension Saint Mary - Chicago in Bucktown/Wicker Park.
Renée and Dr. Tam have built their relationship on more than a decade of trust. It served them both well in 2020 when, during a routine annual exam, Renée's Pap smear had an abnormal result. Dr. Tam did a biopsy and a physical exam, during which she observed that Renée's uterus felt larger. An ultrasound exam showed a fibroid. A very large fibroid!
Years before, when Renée and Dr. Tam first met, during unfortunate circumstances. Renée had just been to the Emergency Room after suffering heavy menstrual bleeding with blood clots and bad cramping. These ER visits had become an all-too-frequent occurrence for her.
Despite the risk of anemia from the bleeding, Renée wasn't ready for surgery yet and Dr. Tam respected her wishes.
Education
Medical Education
Chicago Medical SchoolFinch University of Health Sciences/Chicago MedicaQualifications
Hospital affiliations
- Ascension Saint Joseph - Chicago
Certifications
- The American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Focused Practice Designation in Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery
- The American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Obstetrics and Gynecology
Location
Provider's primary location
All for Women Healthcare
Professional Statement
I have genuine understanding, concern, and compassion for all my patients. I take the time to listen to their needs, as well as advise and educate them. As an accomplished clinician and fellowship-trained minimally invasive gynecolic surgeon with over 20 years professional experience, I bring a high level of expertise and knowledge to my field, coupled with a warm and caring bedside manner towards all my patients.
-Maria Teresa Tam, MD