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    MediFind found 137 doctor with experience in Lower Esophageal Ring near Niles, IL. Of these, 116 are Experienced, 19 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    137 providers found
      Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
      Gastroenterology

      Midwest Digestive Health & Nutrition

      900 East Rand Road, Suite 120, 
      Des Plaines, IL 
       (5.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Neil Gupta is a Gastroenterologist in Des Plaines, Illinois. Dr. Gupta is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Benign Esophageal Stricture, Pancreatic Pseudocyst, Barrett Esophagus, Endoscopy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Gupta is currently accepting new patients.

      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 
       (5.7 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 Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Encopresis, Bowel Incontinence, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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      Peter Sargon
      Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
      Gastroenterology

      Advocate Medical Group Gastroenterology

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

      Peter Sargon is a Gastroenterologist in Niles, Illinois. Dr. Sargon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Sclerosing Cholangitis, Bile Duct Stricture, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Pancreatectomy.

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      Dean N. Silas
      Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
      Gastroenterology

      Advocate Medical Group Gastroenterology

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

      Dean Silas is a Gastroenterologist in Niles, Illinois. Dr. Silas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Ascites, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Asif M. Lakha
      Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
      Gastroenterology

      Advocate Medical Group Gastroenterology

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

      Asif Lakha is a Gastroenterologist in Niles, Illinois. Dr. Lakha is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Obstruction, Acute Pancreatitis, Jaundice, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Scott Siglin
      Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
      Gastroenterology

      Advocate Medical Group Gastroenterology

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

      Scott Siglin is a Gastroenterologist in Niles, Illinois. Dr. Siglin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Marc S. Fine
      Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
      Gastroenterology

      Advocate Medical Group Gastroenterology

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

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

      Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
      Gastroenterology

      Gi Partners Of Illinois LLC

      7447 W Talcott Ave, Suite 209, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Jonathan Erlich is a Gastroenterologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Erlich is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Diverticular Disease, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Bruce S. Bernheim
      Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
      Internal Medicine

      Advocate Medical Group Internal Medicine

      1775 Ballard Rd, 
      Park Ridge, IL 
       (2.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Bruce Bernheim is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Bernheim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, Cronkhite-Canada Disease, and Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.

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

      Chicago Gastro, LLC

      2835 N Sheffield Ave, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (9.7 miles away)
      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.

      Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
      Gastroenterology

      Advocate Medical Group Gastroenterology

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

      Abdul Haseeb is a Gastroenterologist in Niles, Illinois. Dr. Haseeb is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Obstruction, Cholestasis, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Endoscopy, and Lithotripsy.

      Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
      Gastroenterology
      7900 N Milwaukee Ave Ste 19, 
      Niles, IL 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Jeffrey Brasky is a Gastroenterologist in Niles, Illinois. Dr. Brasky is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
      Gastroenterology
      711 W Devon Ave, 
      Park Ridge, IL 
       (2.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Phithao Nguyen is a Gastroenterologist in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. Her top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
      Gastroenterology
      7447 W Talcott Ave, Suite 209, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Paul Fahrenbach is a Gastroenterologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Fahrenbach is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Anemia, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
      Gastroenterology

      Endeavor Health Medical Group

      9600 Gross Point Rd, 
      Skokie, IL 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Matthew Tick is a Gastroenterologist in Skokie, Illinois. Dr. Tick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
      Gastroenterology

      Endeavor Health Medical Group

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

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

      Mani Mahdavian
      Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
      Gastroenterology

      Midtown Gastroenterology And Liver Disease, LLC

      150 N River Rd, 
      Des Plaines, IL 
       (5.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Farsi, German
      Offers Telehealth

      Mani Mahdavian is a Gastroenterologist in Des Plaines, Illinois. Dr. Mahdavian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Diverticular Disease, Pancreatic Cancer, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

      Kenneth D. Chi
      Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
      Gastroenterology

      Illinois Gastroenterology Group, LLC

      2501 Compass Rd, 
      Glenview, IL 
       (5.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Kenneth Chi is a Gastroenterologist in Glenview, Illinois. Dr. Chi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Jaundice, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
      Pediatric Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
      Pediatric Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology
      2515 N Clark St, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (10.4 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 Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Esophagitis, Eosinophilic Enteropathy, Endoscopy, and Tissue Biopsy.

      Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
      Gastroenterology

      Loyola University Medical Center

      2160 S 1st Ave, 
      Maywood, IL 
       (11.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Zohair Ahmed is a Gastroenterologist in Maywood, Illinois. Dr. Ahmed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Bile Duct Obstruction, Cholecystitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Ahmed is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      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 near Niles, 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 Lower Esophageal Ring doctor near Niles, 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 Lower Esophageal Ring doctors near Niles, 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 Lower Esophageal Ring doctors near Niles, 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 Lower Esophageal Ring doctor near Niles, 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 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 near Niles, 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 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 near Niles, IL?

      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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