Bio
Dr. Fischer is a family physician and geriatrician. He is a graduate of Rush Medical College in Chicago and completed his geriatrics training at Wake Forest University. Dr. Fisher’s passion is to enhance his patient’s health by directing them to the most effective practical steps for aging well. He also wrote the guide “How to Keep Mom (And Yourself) Out of a Nursing Home – Seven Keys to Keeping Your Independence”.
Specialty
Family Medicine, Geriatrics, Palliative Care
Education
2001 – Rush Medical College, Chicago, IL - M.D.
1996 – University of Illinois at Chicago - MPH
Post Graduate Training
2001 -2004 Wake Forest University – Family Medicine Residency
2004 -2005 Wake Forest University – Geriatrics Fellowship
2005 – CAQ – Hospice and Palliative Care Medicine
Professional Experience
2005 – 2010 – Advocate Health Systems Geriatric & Palliative Care Service; Home-based Primary Care Team
2010 – Present Doctors Making Housecalls – Staff Physician
