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Dr. Kathleen Ruggero

Physician

Physician Palos Park, IL Southwest Infectious Disease
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
23 years at Southwest Infectious Disease
Gender
Female
Connections
263
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 161,970 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Physician specialty. Kathleen Ruggero is one of them.
  • 3,841 Physicians are based in IL (out of 48,672 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • Typical Physician compensation in IL: $110,000 – $165,000 (median $130,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Physicians in IL: Sole Proprietor (158), Northshore University Healthsystem (83), Advocate Health Care (80).
  • 1% of Physicians in IL hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 61% of Physicians in IL have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed July 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
Midwestern University (IL)
D.O.
1998
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Bachelor of science
1994
Skills
Healthcare Medicine Infectious Diseases Internal Medicine Hospitals Clinical Research Healthcare Management Emr Critical Care Medical Education Board Certified Healthcare Information Technology Inpatient Treatment Physicians
About Southwest Infectious Disease
Employees
5000+
Revenue
$1B+
Professional Overview

Dr. Kathleen Ruggero is a Physician, currently affiliated with Southwest Infectious Disease, based in Palos Park, IL. As a physician, Dr. Ruggero contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Palos Park, IL. They have been with Southwest Infectious Disease for 23 years. Dr. Ruggero holds academic credentials, including D.O. and Bachelor of science, from Midwestern University (IL) and University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Core competencies include Healthcare, Medicine, Infectious Diseases, Internal Medicine, Hospitals. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit physician 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 specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Palos Park, 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

Physician recruiting typically takes 90-180 days due to the specialized nature of the role. Reaching physicians through direct email or personal phone is significantly more effective than LinkedIn, as most practicing physicians are not actively job searching. HealthTal provides personal email addresses and direct dial numbers sourced from NPI records.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Kathleen Ruggero located?
Dr. Kathleen Ruggero is based in Palos Park, IL. They are currently affiliated with Southwest Infectious Disease.
What is Dr. Kathleen Ruggero's specialty?
Dr. Kathleen Ruggero specializes in Physician. Their current role is Physician.
Where does Dr. Kathleen Ruggero currently work?
Dr. Kathleen Ruggero currently works at Southwest Infectious Disease. They have been there for 23 years.
What is Dr. Kathleen Ruggero's educational background?
Dr. Kathleen Ruggero attended Midwestern University (IL) and University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
How do I contact Dr. Kathleen Ruggero for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a Physician?
Recruiting physicians typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for physicians across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a Physician in IL?
Physicians 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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