Dr. Abdullah K. Abdussalam

Gastroenterology
900 Rand Rd, Ste 120, 
Des Plaines, IL 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
900 Rand Rd, Ste 120, 
Des Plaines, IL 

Overview

Abdullah Abdussalam, MD, MBA, is an independent gastroenterologist at Ascension Illinois in Des Plaines, Illinois. He diagnoses and treats gastrointestinal (GI) diseases and disorders in adults. Dr. Abdussalam listens to understand you and your health concerns. He takes the time to get to know you and your health history. Then, Dr. Abdussalam works with you to create a personalized care plan for your digestive health.

His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), Meckel's Diverticulum, Esophageal Varices, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

Dr. Abdussalam is board certified in The American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Abdussalam is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in IL

Board Certifications

The American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology

Fellowships

Creighton University School of Medicine

Hospital Affiliations

Ascension Saint Alexius
St Alexius Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish
Urdu

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Health Care Services Corporation
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Locations

Midwest Digestive Health & Nutrition, PLLC
900 Rand Rd, Ste 120, Des Plaines, IL 60016

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Abdussalam has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

4 Total Publications

Over-the-scope clip as first-line therapy for ulcers with high-risk bleeding stigmata is efficient compared to standard endoscopic therapy.
Over-the-scope clip as first-line therapy for ulcers with high-risk bleeding stigmata is efficient compared to standard endoscopic therapy.
Journal: Endoscopy international open
Published: February 22, 2021
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Abdullah K. Abdussalam

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Abdullah K. Abdussalam?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Abdullah K. Abdussalam by calling their office at 312-767-3244. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Abdullah K. Abdussalam a top-rated expert for Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Abdullah K. Abdussalam is classified as an Experienced expert for Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Abdullah K. Abdussalam specialize in?

While Dr. Abdullah K. Abdussalam is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), Meckel's Diverticulum, and Endoscopy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Abdullah K. Abdussalam participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Abdullah K. Abdussalam has published 4 articles and abstracts on conditions like Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC). You can view a list of Dr. Abdullah K. Abdussalam's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Abdullah K. Abdussalam accept my insurance?

Dr. Abdullah K. Abdussalam accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 312-767-3244 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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