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Muhammad Rafique, MD, Anesthesiology, Oak Lawn, IL

Muhammad B Rafique MD , FASA

Cardiothoracic Anesthesiology, Pediatric Anesthesiology, Regional Anesthesiology


Professor-Affiliate, Department of Anesthesiology & Perioperative Medicine, Stritch School of Medicine, Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood, IL

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  • 4440 W 95th StOak Lawn, IL 60453

  • Phone+1 708-684-8000

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Summary

  • Dr. Muhammad Rafique is a pediatric anesthesiologist based in Oak Lawn, IL, with a special interest in pediatric cardiothoracic, pediatric, and regional anesthesiology. He completed his residency in anesthesiology at Tufts Medical Center and a fellowship in pediatric anesthesiology at the Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals. His professional experience includes academic roles such as an Associate Professor at Children's Nebraska and McGovern Medical School at UTHealth, as well as clinical roles at Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center and LBJ Hospital. Dr. Rafique has expertise in pediatric airway management and cardiothoracic anesthesiology, among other areas. His research is published in various medical journals, including Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, and he has been recognized with honors such as membership in the Academy of Master Educators at UTHealth.

Education & Training

  • Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals
    Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated HospitalsFellowship, Pediatric Anesthesiology, 2003 - 2004
  • Tufts Medical Center
    Tufts Medical CenterResidency, Anesthesiology, 2000 - 2003
  • Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science
    Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and ScienceInternship, Transitional Year, 1999 - 2000
  • Punjab Medical College
    Punjab Medical CollegeClass of 1995

Certifications & Licensure

  • TX State Medical License
    TX State Medical License 2008 - 2027
  • WI State Medical License
    WI State Medical License 2003 - 2027
  • IL State Medical License
    IL State Medical License 2020 - 2026
  • NE State Medical License
    NE State Medical License 2019 - 2021
  • OK State Medical License
    OK State Medical License 2004 - 2021
  • MA State Medical License
    MA State Medical License 2002 - 2014
  • OH State Medical License
    OH State Medical License 2012 - 2014
  • Anesthesiology
    American Board of Anesthesiology Anesthesiology
  • Pediatric Anesthesiology
    American Board of Anesthesiology Pediatric Anesthesiology
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Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Member Academy of Master Educators McGovern Medical School at UTHealth, 2017
  • Most Compassionate Doctor American Registry

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Impact of isoproterenol infusion on BIS and metabolic values in pediatric patients undergoing electrophysiology studies  
    Gautam, N., Numan, M., Rafique, M.B., Journal of Clinical Anesthesia J Clin Anesth, 1/1/2014
  • Pediatric Aortic Dissection with Cerebral Bleed: A Review in Diagnosis and Management  
    Cameron, S.D., Denktas, G., Douglas, W.I., Srinivasan, A. and Rafique, M.B., Journal of Blood Disorders and Transfusion, 1/30/2013
  • Anesthesia for children with mitochondrial disorders- a national survey and review  
    Rafique, M.B., Cameron, S., Khan, Q., Zubair, S., and Biliciler, S, Journal of Anesthesia, 1/1/2013

Books/Book Chapters

Abstracts/Posters

  • Ultrasound Confirmation of Endotracheal Tube Position Using a Saline Filled Cuff.
    Uya A, Rafique M, Balaguru et.al, American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) National Conference & Exhibition, San Diego, CA, 1/11/2014
  • Functional fibrinogen in pediatric cardiac surgery.
    Gautam N, Lyuksyutova O, Rafique M, Cattano D, Pivalizza EG, Anesthesiology 2014 ASA Annual Meeting, New Orleans, LA, 1/1/2014
  • Neonate with Heterotaxy, Transposition of Great Vessels, TAPVR, VSD, Situs Inversus and Biliary Atresia- for Kasai Procedure.
    Rafique, M., Ozcelik, N. and Haque, D., Anesthesiology 2013 ASA Annual Meeting, San Francisco, CA, 1/1/2013

Lectures

  • Anesthesia for Patients with Congenital Heart Disease for non-Cardiac Surgery 
    1/20/2015
  • Pediatric Cardiac Patient and Anesthesia Issues 
    The University of Texas Medical School at Houston, Houston, TX - 1/1/2012
  • Airway Devices and Sedation Overview 
    The University of Texas Medical School at Houston, Houston, TX - 1/1/2011

Authored Content

  • The Measles Dilemma: Protecting the Future by Learning from the PastApril 2025
  • Tech Came First at ASAOctober 2019
  • Tech Came First at ASAOctober 2019

Press Mentions

  • Most Hospitals Lack a Mechanical Ventilation Protocol for Patient Transport
    Most Hospitals Lack a Mechanical Ventilation Protocol for Patient TransportJuly 14th, 2017

Committees

  • Member, ASA Committee on Communications 2022 - Present
  • Member, ASA Committee on Pediatric Anesthesia 2022-2024 2022 - Present
  • Member, Editorial Board For ASA Monitor 2018 - Present
  • Member, ASA Committee on Academic Anesthesiology 2013 - 2018

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