The 20 Best Short Bowel Syndrome Doctors Near Me in Illinois, US

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The 20 Best Short Bowel Syndrome Doctors in Illinois, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 75 doctor with experience in Short Bowel Syndrome near Illinois, US. Of these, 62 are Experienced, 10 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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75 providers found
    Distinguished in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital Of Chicago

    225 E Chicago Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Valeria Cohran is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Cohran is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Short Bowel Syndrome, Gastroschisis, Malabsorption, Small Bowel Bacterial Overgrowth, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Distinguished in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Gastroenterology

    Loyola University Medical Center

    6800 N Frontage Rd, 
    Burr Ridge, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dejan Micic is a Gastroenterologist in Burr Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Micic is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Ulcerative Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Short Bowel Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Gastroenterology

    Bobbie And Marvin Fink Family Liver Clinic

    1801 W Taylor St Ste 1B, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Carroll is a Gastroenterologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Carroll is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Short Bowel Syndrome, Crohn's Disease, Diarrhea, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Gastroenterology

    University Of Illinois At Chicago

    840 S Wood St, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alan Buchman is a Gastroenterologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Buchman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Short Bowel Syndrome, Malabsorption, Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), and Viral Gastroenteritis.

    John Tackett
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    120 Spalding Dr., Suite 411, 
    Naperville, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Joseph Tackett, MD, a pediatric surgery physician at Endeavor Health, provides surgical care for children with a wide range of conditions. His clinical expertise includes treating hernias, appendicitis and gallstones, as well as performing complex pediatric procedures. Dr. Tackett works closely with patients and families to develop individualized treatment plans and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated surgical care and recovery support. Dr. Tackett is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Esophageal Atresia Coloboma Talipes, Esophageal Atresia, and Short Bowel Syndrome.

    Scott Bolton
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology | Pediatrics

    Chicagoland Childrens Health Alliance

    3232 Lake Ave., Suite 330, 
    Wilmette, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Scott Bolton is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist and a Pediatrics provider in Wilmette, Illinois. Dr. Bolton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Esophagitis, Eosinophilic Enteropathy, Gastritis, and Endoscopy.

    Adam C. Stein
    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Gastroenterology
    259 E Erie St Ste 1600, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Experience:
    19+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Adam Stein is a Gastroenterologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Stein has been practicing medicine for over 19 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Watermelon Stomach, Malnutrition, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Robert F. Kushner
    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    259 E Erie St 16th Fl, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Experience:
    47+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Kushner is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Kushner has been practicing medicine for over 47 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Small Bowel Bacterial Overgrowth, Gastrostomy, and Gastric Bypass.

    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Gastroenterology

    University Of Chicago Medical Center

    5841 S Maryland Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Carol Semrad is a Gastroenterologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Semrad is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Celiac Disease, Malabsorption, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Surgery
    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Surgery

    University Of Chicago Medical Center

    5841 S Maryland Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mubina Isani is a Pediatric Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Isani is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Short Bowel Syndrome, Necrotizing Enterocolitis, Necrosis, Intussusception in Children, and Appendectomy.

    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Internal Medicine

    Osf Saint Francis-Diagnostic Imaging & Outpatient Lab

    5114 N Glen Park Place Rd, 
    Peoria, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Roy Gulley is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Peoria, Illinois. Dr. Gulley is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Malnutrition, Short Bowel Syndrome, Small Bowel Bacterial Overgrowth, and Protein Deficiency.

    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Transplant Surgery | General Surgery
    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Transplant Surgery | General Surgery

    The Board Of Trustees Of The University Of Illinois

    1855 W Taylor St, Mc648, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Enrico Benedetti is a Transplant Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Benedetti is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Short Bowel Syndrome, Obesity, Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Kidney Transplant, and Pancreas Transplant.

    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    General Surgery

    Suburban Surgical Care Specialists SC

    4885 Hoffman Blvd Ste 400, 
    Hoffman Estates, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    James Kane is a General Surgeon in Hoffman Estates, Illinois. Dr. Kane is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Hernia, Cholecystitis, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    University Of Chicago Medical Center

    5841 S Maryland Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Timothy Sentongo is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Sentongo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Gastroschisis, Short Bowel Syndrome, Aminoaciduria, and Malnutrition.

    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital Of Chicago

    225 E Chicago Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joshua Prozialeck is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Prozialeck is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Celiac Disease, Short Bowel Syndrome, Encopresis, and Bowel Incontinence.

    Harold J. Boutte
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Gastroenterology
    259 E Erie St Ste 1600, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Experience:
    14+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Harold Boutte is a Gastroenterologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Boutte has been practicing medicine for over 14 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Watermelon Stomach, Short Bowel Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    David J. Fox
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    259 E Erie St Ste 2230, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Fox is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Fox has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Peritonitis, Secondary Peritonitis, Ventricular Fibrillation, Chronic Cough, and Cardiac Ablation.

    Steven Eisenstein
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Family Medicine

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    1885 Shermer Rd., 
    Northbrook, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew
    Offers Telehealth

    Steven Eisenstein, MD, a family medicine physician at Endeavor Health, has been caring for patients in Northbrook for more than 30 years. He provides primary care for individuals and families across all ages, focusing on long-term relationships and personalized support. Dr. Eisenstein helps patients find their comfort zone with healthcare, adapting his approach to meet each person’s needs, preferences and goals. Dr. Eisenstein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Psoriasis, Cerebellar Degeneration, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis.

    Grant Bochicchio
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    Intensive Care Medicine

    SIH Medical Group Surgical Services

    305 W Jackson St, 
    Carbondale, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Grant Bochicchio is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Carbondale, Illinois. Dr. Bochicchio is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Necrotizing Fasciitis, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Hernia Surgery, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.

    Michael J. Rosen
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Short Bowel Syndrome
    General Surgery
    259 E Erie St Ste 1600, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Experience:
    29+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Rosen is a General Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Rosen has been practicing medicine for over 29 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Fasciotomy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Short Bowel Syndrome?

    Short bowel syndrome is a problem that occurs when part of the small intestine is missing or has been removed during surgery. Nutrients are not properly absorbed into the body as a result.

    When should I see a Short Bowel Syndrome 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 Short Bowel Syndrome 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 Short Bowel Syndrome 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 Short Bowel Syndrome 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 Short Bowel Syndrome 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 Short Bowel Syndrome doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Short Bowel Syndrome 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 Short Bowel Syndrome 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 Short Bowel Syndrome 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 Short Bowel Syndrome 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 Short Bowel Syndrome doctors in Illinois, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Short Bowel Syndrome 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 Short Bowel Syndrome doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Short Bowel Syndrome 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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