About
Dr. Michael Alebich brings over a decade of both outpatient and inpatient internal medicine experience to Authentic Internal Medicine. He grew up in Oak Brook, Illinois, and completed his undergraduate education at Benedictine University before earning his DO from Midwestern University. He trained in internal medicine with a primary care focus through a joint residency program at Rush University Medical Center and John H. Stroger Jr. Hospital of Cook County.
Following residency, Rush University Medical Center honored him with the Internal Medicine Resident Teaching Award in 2014. He then served as chief medical resident at Stroger Hospital before joining as an attending physician in 2015. The American College of Physicians named him a Laureate Award recipient in 2019 and presented him with its Teaching and Mentorship Award in 2023. He holds board certification in internal medicine and the Fellow of the American College of Physicians (FACP) designation. Known to patients as Dr. Mike, he focuses on primary care within internal medicine.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Benedictine University
Medical School
Midwestern University (DO)
Residency
Internal Medicine, Rush University Medical Center and John H. Stroger Jr. Hospital of Cook County
Additional Training
Chief Medical Resident, John H. Stroger Jr. Hospital of Cook County
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Alebich right for?
Dr. Alebich is a strong fit for adults seeking a primary care internist with deep clinical experience. Patients managing chronic conditions like hypertension, diabetes, or high cholesterol benefit from his comprehensive approach. His inpatient background makes him especially effective for patients who need coordinated hospital and outpatient care. Adults looking for a physician with recognized teaching and mentorship credentials will find a knowledgeable and communicative partner in Dr. Alebich.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Alebich treats a broad range of adult conditions within internal medicine. His clinical focus includes hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, and cardiovascular risk reduction. He also manages obesity medicine, anxiety and depression screening, and general chronic disease management.
Yes, Dr. Alebich holds board certification in internal medicine. He also carries the Fellow of the American College of Physicians designation. The American College of Physicians recognized him with both a Laureate Award in 2019 and a Teaching and Mentorship Award in 2023.
Dr. Alebich earned his DO from Midwestern University. He completed his internal medicine residency through a joint program at Rush University Medical Center and John H. Stroger Jr. Hospital of Cook County. Rush University Medical Center honored him with its Internal Medicine Resident Teaching Award in 2014.
Yes, Dr. Alebich served as chief medical resident at Stroger Hospital following his residency. He then joined the hospital as an attending physician in 2015. That leadership background informs his collaborative and mentorship-oriented approach to patient care.
Dr. Alebich focuses on adult primary care within internal medicine. He sees patients across a range of health needs, from annual wellness visits to complex chronic disease management. His combined outpatient and inpatient experience makes him well-suited for patients who require coordination across care settings.
Yes, Dr. Alebich offers virtual care visits as part of the practice's hybrid care model. Patients can access telehealth appointments in addition to in-office visits. Annual membership covers virtual care with no co-pays.
Yes, Dr. Alebich coordinates specialist referrals and hospital care for his patients. He holds admitting privileges at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and maintains strong referral ties to Northwestern Medicine specialists. His inpatient background gives him particular expertise in managing transitions between outpatient and hospital care.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026