Joseph J. Karacic
Experienced in Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC)

Dr. Joseph J. Karacic

Gastroenterology
Northwestern Medical Group
259 E Erie St Ste 1600, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
Chicago, IL 
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46 Years of Experience

Experienced in Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC)
Northwestern Medical Group
259 E Erie St Ste 1600, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
Chicago, IL 
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Overview

Joseph Karacic is a Gastroenterologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Karacic has been practicing medicine for over 46 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC). His top areas of expertise are Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Diarrhea, Esophagitis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

Graduate Institution
University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine, 1980.0
Residency
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University
Specialties
Gastroenterology
Licenses
Internal Medicine in IL
Board Certifications
American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology (Certified)
Fellowships
University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics
Hospital Affiliations
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Languages Spoken
English
Gender
Male

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Locations

259 E Erie St Ste 1600, Lavin Family Pavilion, Chicago, IL 60611
Call: 312-695-5620
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