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Dr. Alejandra Rodriguez-Paez, MD

Rheumatology
Accepting new patients
24 years of experience
Illinois Bone & Joint Institute 900 Rand Rd Ste 200, Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 375-3000

Overview
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Brief Intro

Dr. Alejandra Rodriguez completed her training at Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia. She is board-certified in Rheumatology and Internal Medicine and specializes in diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal disorders including rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, psoriatic arthritis, lupus, gout, Sjögren’s syndrome, ankylosing spondylitis, osteoporosis, vasculitis and other connective tissue diseases. She works closely with her patients to develop effective, highly individualized approaches to care that may include medications, physical therapy, exercise, diet and more. Managing rheumatologic care for the long-term, she presents options that range from aggressive to conservative, helping patients evaluate and choose options that will help them achieve their best function. Dr. Rodriguez is pleased to offer fully comprehensive care at IBJI. She coordinates a full team that may include physical and occupational therapists; Xray, MRI and ultrasound imaging, and orthopedic specialists who collaborate closely on each patient’s healing and wellness. Dr. Rodriguez also helps patients understand the cost of care and navigate insurance coverage so they can remain compliant with regimens. She is fluent in Spanish and loves to travel. Zumba classes and soccer matches with her husband and two young boys are her favorite ways to stay fit.

Education Background

FELLOWSHIP

Albert Einstein Medical Center - 2009

University of Miami School of Medicine - 2004

RESIDENCY

Albert Einstein Medical Center - 2007

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Universidad Nacional de Colombia - 2001

Location & Hours

900 Rand Rd Ste 200, Des Plaines, IL 60016
Mon:7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue:8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed:8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu:8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri:7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sat:Closed
Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

Rheumatology

Procedures Performed

Bone Density Test
Spinal Stenosis

Cancer 35
Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery 35
Orthopedics 65
Neurology & Neurosurgery 48
Gastroenterology & GI Surgery 61
Pulmonology & Lung Surgery 65
Diabetes & Endocrinology 32
Children's Hospital 13
Urology 69
Psychiatry 64
Geriatrics 69
Rehabilitation 37
Obsterics & Gynecology 15
Ophthalmology 3
Ear, Nose & Throat 5
Rheumatology 2
Long Term Care 6
Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) 30