Edward C. Villa
Expertise in
30
conditions

Dr. Edward C. Villa

Gastroenterology
1000 Central St., Suite 800, 
Evanston, IL 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Referral may be required
Before you request
Expertise in
30
conditions
1000 Central St., Suite 800, 
Evanston, IL 

Overview

Edward Charles Villa, MD, a gastroenterologist at Endeavor Health, specializes in advanced therapeutic endoscopy for complex digestive conditions. He treats concerns such as acid reflux, Barrett’s esophagus, pancreatic cysts and GI cancers. Dr. Villa performs procedures including esophageal pH monitoring, endoscopic ultrasound and other minimally invasive interventions to support diagnosis and treatment.

Dr. Villa is highly rated in 30 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Jaundice, Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Endoscopy, and Stent Placement.

Dr. Villa is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 25 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Villa is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in IL

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Medicine

Fellowships

John H. Stroger Hospital of Cook County, Gastroenterology, 2018
University of Chicago - Pritzker School of Medicine, Advanced Endoscopy, 2019

Hospital Affiliations

Swedish Hospital
Northshore University Healthsystem - Evanston Hospital

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
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  • HMO
  • POS
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  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Blue Shield of California
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CareFirst
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Cigna
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Devoted Health
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Medicaid
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UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
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Walgreens
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Wellcare
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Locations

Endeavor Health Medical Group
1000 Central St., Suite 800, Evanston, IL 60201

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Villa 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.

25 Total Publications

Best of EGD 2026.
Best of EGD 2026.
Journal: Gastrointestinal endoscopy
Published: July 26, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Edward C. Villa

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Edward C. Villa?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Edward C. Villa by calling their office at 847-657-1900. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Edward C. Villa a top-rated expert for Jaundice?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Edward C. Villa is classified as an Distinguished expert for Jaundice, 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. Edward C. Villa specialize in?

While Dr. Edward C. Villa is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Jaundice, Cholecystitis, and Gallbladder Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Edward C. Villa participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Edward C. Villa has published 25 articles and abstracts on conditions like Jaundice. You can view a list of Dr. Edward C. Villa's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Edward C. Villa accept my insurance?

Dr. Edward C. Villa accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 847-657-1900 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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