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1650 W Harrison StSte 466Chicago, IL 60612
Phone+1 312-942-5000
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Summary
- Dr. Alethea Appavu is a specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation based in Chicago, IL. She completed her medical education at Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2018, followed by a residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Rush University Medical Center from 2018 to 2022. She has contributed to academic literature with a publication on social media adoption by Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation residency programs, indicating her involvement in current trends within her field.
Education & Training
Rush University Medical CenterResidency, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 2018 - 2022
Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic MedicineClass of 2018
Certifications & Licensure
IL State License 2018 - 2029
Publications & Presentations
PubMed
- Social Media Adoption and Utilization by Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Residency Programs and Implications for Remote Resident Recruitment.Christopher W Lewis, Alethea J Appavu, Tiffany Holland, Oksana Witt, Katrina Ngo
American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. 2025-05-01
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