Michael S. Flicker
Expertise in
30
conditions

Dr. Michael S. Flicker

Gastroenterology
331 W Surf St, Ste 801, 
Chicago, IL 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Referral may be required
Before you request
Expertise in
30
conditions
331 W Surf St, Ste 801, 
Chicago, IL 

Overview

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

Dr. Flicker is highly rated in 30 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Pancreatitis, Painful Swallowing, Childhood Pancreatitis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

Dr. Flicker is board certified in The American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology and American Board Of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Flicker is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in IL

Board Certifications

The American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology
American Board Of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology

Fellowships

Brigham & Women's Hospital
Brigham and Women's Hospital

Hospital Affiliations

Ascension Saint Joseph - Chicago
Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
Presence Saint Joseph Hospital - Chicago
Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center
Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Locations

Advanced GI, LLC
331 W Surf St, Ste 801, Chicago, IL 60657

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Flicker 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.

2 Total Publications

Effect of acuity level and patient characteristics on bowel preparation quality: a retrospective cohort study of inpatient colonoscopies.
Effect of acuity level and patient characteristics on bowel preparation quality: a retrospective cohort study of inpatient colonoscopies.
Journal: BMC gastroenterology
Published: June 08, 2022
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Michael S. Flicker

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael S. Flicker?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael S. Flicker by calling their office at 773-281-5818. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Michael S. Flicker a top-rated expert for Acute Pancreatitis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael S. Flicker is classified as an Distinguished expert for Acute Pancreatitis, 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. Michael S. Flicker specialize in?

While Dr. Michael S. Flicker is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Acute Pancreatitis, Painful Swallowing, and Childhood Pancreatitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Michael S. Flicker participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Michael S. Flicker has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Acute Pancreatitis. You can view a list of Dr. Michael S. Flicker's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Michael S. Flicker accept my insurance?

Dr. Michael S. Flicker accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 773-281-5818 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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