Amer Kassar, MD
Endocrinologist
Locations
About Dr. Amer Kassar
Dr. Amer Kassar is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, with a subspecialty certificate in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism. He sees patients at Upperline Health’s three Northwest Indiana clinics and speaks Arabic and English.
Credentials and Board Certifications
- Board certified, American Board of Internal Medicine
- Subspecialty certificate in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
- Hospital affiliations: Community Hospital (Munster, IN), St. Catherine Hospital (East Chicago, IN), St. Mary Medical Center (Hobart, IN)
- Languages: Arabic, English
Education and Training
- Medical degree: University of Damascus School of Medicine (2001)
- Internal Medicine residency: St. John Hospital and Medical Center, Detroit, MI
- Fellowship in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism: Ochsner Clinic Foundation, New Orleans, LA (2009)
Conditions Treated
- Diabetes Management
- Thyroid Disorders
- PCOS and Hormonal Imbalances
- Integrated Diabetic Foot Care
- Weight Management
Approach to Care
Fascinated by how hormones interact with disease, Dr. Kassar chose endocrinology as his specialty. He focuses on understanding the full complexity behind each patient’s condition.
Locations
Hobart, Valparaiso and Munster, IN
More About Dr. Kassar
Dr. Kassar grew up in Damascus, Syria, and decided to become a physician when his father was diagnosed with cancer. He is one of three physician brothers who established practices in Northwest Indiana. He lives in the Chicago area with his wife and three children, and loves soccer and travel.