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    MediFind found 461 doctor with experience in Colitis near Skokie, IL. Of these, 386 are Experienced, 62 are Advanced, 10 are Distinguished and 3 are Elite.

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    461 providers found
      Joel R. Pekow
      Elite in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Elite in Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      The University Of Chicago

      400 Skokie Blvd, Suite 300, 
      Northbrook, IL 
       (8.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Joel Pekow is a Gastroenterologist in Northbrook, Illinois. Dr. Pekow is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Pekow is currently accepting new patients.

      Rahul R. Modi
      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine

      Advocate Medical Group Family Medicine

      1412 Waukegan Rd, 
      Glenview, IL 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Rahul Modi is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Glenview, Illinois. Dr. Modi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Turner Syndrome, Perrault Syndrome, Mixed Gonadal Dysgenesis, and Osteomyelitis in Children.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Parambir S. Dulai
      Elite in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Elite in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      259 E Erie St Ste 1600, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (11.5 miles away)
      Experience:
      16+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Parambir Dulai is a Gastroenterologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Dulai has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Viral Gastroenteritis, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Ulcerative Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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      Stephen B. Hanauer
      Elite in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Elite in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      259 E Erie St Ste 1600, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (11.5 miles away)
      Experience:
      48+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Stephen Hanauer is a Gastroenterologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Hanauer has been practicing medicine for over 48 years and is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Ulcerative Colitis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

      Distinguished in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      Endeavor Health Medical Group

      9650 Gross Point Rd, 
      Skokie, IL 
       (1.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Bennett Plotnick is a Gastroenterologist in Skokie, Illinois. Dr. Plotnick is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Crohn's Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Joaquin J. Estrada
      Experienced in Colitis
      Colorectal Surgery
      Experienced in Colitis
      Colorectal Surgery

      Advocate Illinois Masonic Digestive Health Center

      900 W Nelson St 1st Fl, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (8.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Joaquin Estrada is a Colorectal Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Estrada is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Genital Warts, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

      Mukund Venu
      Experienced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      Midwest Digestive Health And Nutrition

      900 East Rand Road, Suite 120, 
      Des Plaines, IL 
       (8.4 miles away)
      Experience:
      12+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Mukund Venu is a Wisconsin native and has lived in the Chicago area for over 10 years. He graduated from Saint Louis University, where he earned both his B.A. in history and medical degree. He completed his internal medicine residency training and gastroenterology and hepatology fellowship training at Medical College of Wisconsin. He also completed a visiting professorship at the Mayo Clinic.Dr. Venu is a board-certified gastroenterologist who specializes in general gastroenterology, colon cancer screening, esophageal disorders, as well as endoscopy and colonoscopy procedures. He is an active member of American Gastroenterological Association, where he serves on the Nominating Committee, as well as the American College of Gastroenterology where he serves on the Training Committee. Dr. Venu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Encopresis, Bowel Incontinence, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Marc S. Fine
      Advanced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      Advocate Medical Group Gastroenterology

      7900 N Milwaukee Ave, Ste 19, 
      Niles, IL 
       (3.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Marc Fine is a Gastroenterologist in Niles, Illinois. Dr. Fine is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Colitis, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Colitis
      Internal Medicine

      Select Rehabilitation LLC

      2600 Compass Rd, 
      Glenview, IL 
       (6.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic, Bikol, Filipino, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Culbert Serrano is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Glenview, Illinois. Dr. Serrano is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Multiple Myeloma, Infant Hyperglycemia, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Serrano is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Colitis
      Pediatric Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Colitis
      Pediatric Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology
      2515 N Clark St, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (8.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Joshua Wechsler is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist and a Gastroenterologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Wechsler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Esophagitis, Eosinophilic Enteropathy, Endoscopy, and Tissue Biopsy.

      Advanced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      Endeavor Health Medical Group

      1300 Oak Ave, 
      Evanston, IL 
       (2.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, German, Greek
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Ioannis Economou is a Gastroenterologist in Evanston, Illinois. Dr. Economou is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Ulcerative Colitis, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Crohn's Disease, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Economou is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      Endoscopy Center Of The North Shore LLC

      1732 Central St, 
      Evanston, IL 
       (3.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Laura Bianchi is a Gastroenterologist in Evanston, Illinois. Dr. Bianchi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Morning Sickness, Gastric Dysmotility, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

      Advanced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      Illinois Gastroenterology Group LLC

      800 Austin St, Suite 403, 
      Evanston, IL 
       (3.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Daksesh Patel is a Gastroenterologist in Evanston, Illinois. Dr. Patel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Gas Bloat Syndrome, Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

      Advanced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      800 Austin St, Suite 505 West Tower, 
      Evanston, IL 
       (3.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Urdu
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Harsh Gupta is a Gastroenterologist in Evanston, Illinois. Dr. Gupta is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Colonic Malakoplakia, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Colonoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Gupta is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      Endeavor Health Medical Group

      2650 Ridge Ave, 
      Evanston, IL 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Aaron Benson is a Gastroenterologist in Evanston, Illinois. Dr. Benson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Macroamylasemia, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Advanced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      Endeavor Health Medical Group

      2650 Ridge Ave, 
      Evanston, IL 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Soojong Chae is a Gastroenterologist in Evanston, Illinois. Dr. Chae is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Diarrhea, Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Advanced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      Endeavor Health Medical Group

      2650 Ridge Ave, 
      Evanston, IL 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Monica Borkar is a Gastroenterologist in Evanston, Illinois. Dr. Borkar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Advanced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      Endeavor Health Medical Group

      2650 Ridge Ave, 
      Evanston, IL 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Shailesh Bajaj is a Gastroenterologist in Evanston, Illinois. Dr. Bajaj is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Sclerosing Cholangitis, Cholangitis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Gastrectomy, and Pancreatectomy.

      Noorain Akhtar
      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Colitis
      Family Medicine

      Endeavor Health Medical Group

      2650 Ridge Ave, 
      Evanston, IL 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Noorain Akhtar is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Evanston, Illinois. Dr. Akhtar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Stroke, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension. Dr. Akhtar is currently accepting new patients.

      Samir Kakodkar
      Experienced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Colitis
      Gastroenterology

      Advocate Medical Group Gastroenterology

      7900 N Milwaukee Ave, Ste 19, 
      Niles, IL 
       (3.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Offers Telehealth

      Samir Kakodkar is a Gastroenterologist in Niles, Illinois. Dr. Kakodkar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colitis. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), Hemorrhoids, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Colitis?

      Colitis is swelling (inflammation) of the large intestine (colon).

      When should I see a Colitis doctor near Skokie, IL?

      There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

      • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
      • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
      • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
      • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
      • You want a second opinion.  

      What should I consider when choosing a Colitis doctor near Skokie, IL?

      It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

      How does MediFind rank Colitis doctors near Skokie, IL?

      MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

      What types of insurance are accepted by Colitis doctors near Skokie, IL?

      Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

      How can I book an appointment online with a Colitis doctor near Skokie, IL?

      MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Colitis doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Colitis doctor?

      Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

      How can I prepare for my appointment with a Colitis doctor near Skokie, IL?

      Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

      • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
      • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
      • Family history of disease 
      • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
      • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
      • List of questions and concerns 
      • Your insurance card 

      You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

      What questions should I ask my Colitis doctor?

      Here are some sample questions: 

      • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
      • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
      • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
      • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
      • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

      How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Colitis doctor may know about?

      MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

      MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

      Can I filter my search to show male or female Colitis doctors near Skokie, IL?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Colitis doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

      Can I filter my search to find a Colitis doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Colitis doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

      Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

      By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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