The 20 Best Lower Esophageal Ring Doctors Near Me in Illinois, US

Find the Top Lower Esophageal Ring Experts and Specialists

The 20 Best Lower Esophageal Ring Doctors in Illinois, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 443 doctor with experience in Lower Esophageal Ring near Illinois, US. Of these, 334 are Experienced, 96 are Advanced and 13 are Distinguished.

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    Hareth Raddawi
    Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology

    Advocate Medical Group Gastroenterology

    10500 S Cicero Ave, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hareth Raddawi is a Gastroenterologist in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Raddawi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Bile Duct Obstruction, Cholestasis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Rogelio Silva
    Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology

    Advocate Medical Group Gastroenterology

    10500 S Cicero Ave, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rogelio Silva is a Gastroenterologist in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Silva is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Imad Elkhatib
    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology

    Advocate Medical Group Gastroenterology

    10500 S Cicero Ave, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Offers Telehealth

    Imad Elkhatib is a Gastroenterologist in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Elkhatib is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Cholestasis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Bile Duct Stricture, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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    Ravi Prakash
    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology

    Advocate Medical Group General Surgery

    3743 Highland Ave, Ste 1002, 
    Downers Grove, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ravi Prakash is a Gastroenterologist in Downers Grove, Illinois. Dr. Prakash is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Andrew Mazulis
    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology

    Advocate Medical Group Gastroenterology

    825 S Milwaukee Ave, 
    Libertyville, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Mazulis is a Gastroenterologist in Libertyville, Illinois. Dr. Mazulis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Sclerosing Mesenteritis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Kabir Julka
    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology

    Advocate Medical Group Gastroenterology

    1221 N Highland Ave 2nd Fl, 
    Aurora, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kabir Julka is a Gastroenterologist in Aurora, Illinois. Dr. Julka is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Barrett Esophagus, Diverticular Disease, Crohn's Disease, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Peter J. Kahrilas
    Distinguished in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    259 E Erie St Ste 1600, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Experience:
    47+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Peter Kahrilas is a Gastroenterologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Kahrilas has been practicing medicine for over 47 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Achalasia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Heartburn, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Amit G. Shah
    Distinguished in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology

    GI Partners Of Illinois, LLC

    22285 N Pepper Rd, 
    Lake Barrington, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati 

    Amit Shah is a Gastroenterologist in Lake Barrington, Illinois. Dr. Shah is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Barrett Esophagus, Hiatal Hernia, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Dale L. Coy
    Distinguished in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology

    GI Partners Of Illinois, LLC

    22285 N Pepper Rd, 
    Lake Barrington, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dale Coy is a Gastroenterologist in Lake Barrington, Illinois. Dr. Coy is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology

    The Illinois Center For Digestive And Liver Health

    200 Fox Glen Ct, 
    Barrington, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vivek Mehta is a Gastroenterologist in Barrington, Illinois. Dr. Mehta is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Esophagitis, Childhood Pancreatitis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology

    Chicago Gastro, LLC

    2835 N Sheffield Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Czarnecki is a Gastroenterologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Czarnecki is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Lower Esophageal Ring, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology

    GI Partners Of Illinois, LLC

    22285 N Pepper Rd, 
    Lake Barrington, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brant Lutsi is a Gastroenterologist in Lake Barrington, Illinois. Dr. Lutsi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Mukund Venu
    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology

    Midwest Digestive Health And Nutrition

    900 East Rand Road, Suite 120, 
    Des Plaines, IL 
    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 Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Encopresis, Bowel Incontinence, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Alexander S. Tosiou
    Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    800 N Westmoreland Rd Ste 100, 
    Lake Forest, IL 
    Experience:
    33+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alexander Tosiou is a Gastroenterologist in Lake Forest, Illinois. Dr. Tosiou has been practicing medicine for over 33 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Lower Esophageal Ring, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Diarrhea, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Kamran Ayub
    Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Family Medicine

    GI Partners Of Illinois, LLC

    9921 Southwest Hwy, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kamran Ayub is a Family Medicine provider in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Ayub is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Obstruction, Gallstones, Watermelon Stomach, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Frank G. Martini
    Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    800 N Westmoreland Rd Ste 100, 
    Lake Forest, IL 
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Frank Martini is a Gastroenterologist in Lake Forest, Illinois. Dr. Martini has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Visceromegaly, Collagenous Colitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Shailesh Bajaj
    Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    1777 Green Bay Rd., Suite 201, 
    Highland Park, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Offers Telehealth

    Shailesh Bajaj, MD, a gastroenterologist at Endeavor Health, has been caring for patients for more than 17 years. He treats a wide range of digestive conditions, including cancers of the GI tract, and embraces new modalities that improve patient outcomes and comfort. Dr. Bajaj believes in treating every patient with the same care and respect he would offer his own family. Dr. Bajaj is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Cholangitis, Sclerosing Cholangitis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Gastrectomy, and Pancreatectomy.

    Farhan Quader
    Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    1000 Central St., Suite 717, 
    Evanston, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Farhan Abdul Quader, MD, a gastroenterologist at Endeavor Health, specializes in gastroenterology and internal medicine. He evaluates and treats conditions affecting the digestive system, offering patients comprehensive care for issues ranging from routine screenings to complex gastrointestinal disorders. Dr. Quader’s expertise in internal medicine enhances his ability to address related health concerns and coordinate care across specialties. His approach emphasizes accuracy in diagnosis and individualized treatment planning. Dr. Quader is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Achalasia, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Hemal K. Patel
    Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    25 N Winfield Rd Ste 420, 
    Winfield, IL 
    Experience:
    22+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Hemal Patel is a Gastroenterologist in Winfield, Illinois. Dr. Patel has been practicing medicine for over 22 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Visceromegaly, Enlarged Liver, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Donald C. Hoscheit
    Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    3310 W. Main St., Suite 100, 
    St. Charles, IL 
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Our goal is to provide compassionate care in a warm, friendly environment. Through the use of state of the art technology and high quality care, we work with our patients to meet their health and wellness goals. We believe in treating each individual with respect and strive to provide exceptional care with an emphasis on early diagnosis and disease prevention. Dr. Hoscheit is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastric Dysmotility, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Lower Esophageal Ring?

    A lower esophageal ring is an abnormal ring of tissue that forms where the esophagus (the tube from the mouth to the stomach) and stomach meet.

    When should I see a Lower Esophageal Ring doctor in Illinois, US?

    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 Lower Esophageal Ring doctor in Illinois, US?

    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 Lower Esophageal Ring doctors in Illinois, US?

    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 Lower Esophageal Ring doctors in Illinois, US?

    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 Lower Esophageal Ring doctor in Illinois, US?

    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 Lower Esophageal Ring doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Lower Esophageal Ring 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 Lower Esophageal Ring doctor in Illinois, US?

    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 Lower Esophageal Ring 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 Lower Esophageal Ring 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 Lower Esophageal Ring doctors in Illinois, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Lower Esophageal Ring 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 Lower Esophageal Ring doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Lower Esophageal Ring 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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