Amar S. Naik
Expertise in
11
conditions

Dr. Amar S. Naik

Gastroenterology
900 Rand Rd, Ste 120, 
Des Plaines, IL 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
11
conditions
900 Rand Rd, Ste 120, 
Des Plaines, IL 

Overview

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

Dr. Naik is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

Dr. Naik is board certified in The American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 10 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Naik is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in IL

Board Certifications

The American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology
Internal Medicine

Fellowships

Medical College of Wisconsin

Hospital Affiliations

Loyola University Medical Center
St Alexius Medical Center
The University Of Chicago Medical Center
Parkview Regional Medical Center
Parkview Noble Hospital
Ascension Saint Alexius

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
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  • POS
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Blue Cross Blue Shield
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  • PPO
Capital Blue Cross
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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CareFirst
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Cigna
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  • HMO
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Dean Health
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Devoted Health
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  • OTHER MEDICARE
Health Care Services Corporation
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Humana
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Medicaid
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Medicare
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UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
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  • HMO
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Locations

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

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Naik 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.

1 Clinical Trials

A Phase 2, Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind, Parallel, Placebo-Controlled Study of LY3074828 in Subjects With Moderate to Severe Ulcerative Colitis
A Phase 2, Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind, Parallel, Placebo-Controlled Study of LY3074828 in Subjects With Moderate to Severe Ulcerative Colitis
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: June 17, 2020
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 2

10 Total Publications

Treatment sequencing patterns and healthcare resource utilization in patients with Crohn's disease initiating biologics: a 3-year retrospective claims-based analysis.
Treatment sequencing patterns and healthcare resource utilization in patients with Crohn's disease initiating biologics: a 3-year retrospective claims-based analysis.
Journal: Current medical research and opinion
Published: October 29, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Amar S. Naik

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Amar S. Naik?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Amar S. Naik 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. Amar S. Naik a top-rated expert for Ulcerative Colitis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Amar S. Naik is classified as an Distinguished expert for Ulcerative Colitis, 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. Amar S. Naik specialize in?

While Dr. Amar S. Naik is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, and Viral Gastroenteritis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Amar S. Naik participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Amar S. Naik has published 10 articles and abstracts on conditions like Ulcerative Colitis. You can view a list of Dr. Amar S. Naik's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Amar S. Naik accept my insurance?

Dr. Amar S. Naik 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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