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Dr. Wai Lam

Physician Assistant

Physician Assistant Chicago, IL Uchicago Medicine
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
6 years at Uchicago Medicine
Connections
501
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 24,152 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Physician Assistant specialty. Wai Lam is one of them.
  • 535 Physician Assistants are based in IL (out of 48,672 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 669 contacts at Uchicago Medicine are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Physician Assistant compensation in IL: $110,000 – $165,000 (median $130,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Physician Assistants in IL: Northshore University Healthsystem (17), Rush University Medical Center (15), Physicians Immediate Care (14).
  • 85% of Physician Assistants in IL have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed June 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
St. Francis University
Malcolm X/John H. Stroger Hospital
University of Illinois at Chicago
Bachelor
Skills
Medical Education Internal Medicine Hospitals Healthcare Acls Medicine Emr Emergency Medicine Patient Education Family Medicine Surgery Advanced Cardiac Life Support Bls Critical Care Electronic Medical Record Basic Life Support Hepatology Pals Hepatitis C Hepatitis B
About Uchicago Medicine
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
5000+
Revenue
$1B+
Office Location
5801 S Ellis Ave, Chicago, IL
Professional Overview

Dr. Wai Lam is a Physician Assistant, currently affiliated with Uchicago Medicine, based in Chicago, IL. As a physician assistant, Dr. Lam contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Chicago, IL. They have been with Uchicago Medicine for 6 years. Dr. Lam holds academic credentials, including Bachelor, from St. Francis University and Malcolm X/John H. Stroger Hospital. Core competencies include Medical Education, Internal Medicine, Hospitals, Healthcare, Acls. Uchicago Medicine operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 5000+ employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit physician assistant professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to physician assistant specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Chicago, IL healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

Recruiting Physician Assistant

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Wai Lam located?
Dr. Wai Lam is based in Chicago, IL. They are currently affiliated with Uchicago Medicine.
What is Dr. Wai Lam's specialty?
Dr. Wai Lam specializes in Physician Assistant. Their current role is Physician Assistant.
Where does Dr. Wai Lam currently work?
Dr. Wai Lam currently works at Uchicago Medicine. They have been there for 6 years.
What is Dr. Wai Lam's educational background?
Dr. Wai Lam attended St. Francis University and Malcolm X/John H. Stroger Hospital.
How do I contact Dr. Wai Lam for recruiting?
HealthTal provides verified direct email address and phone number for Dr. Wai Lam. Subscribe to access full contact details including personal email, direct dial, and LinkedIn profile.
How do I recruit a Physician Assistant?
Recruiting physician assistants typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for physician assistants across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a Physician Assistant in IL?
Physician Assistants in IL typically earn $110,000 to $165,000 annually, with a median of $130,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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