Overview
Dr. Mukund Venu is a Wisconsin native and has lived in the Chicago area for over 10 years. He graduated from Saint Louis University, where he earned both his B.A. in history and medical degree. He completed his internal medicine residency training and gastroenterology and hepatology fellowship training at Medical College of Wisconsin. He also completed a visiting professorship at the Mayo Clinic.
Dr. Venu is a board-certified gastroenterologist who specializes in general gastroenterology, colon cancer screening, esophageal disorders, as well as endoscopy and colonoscopy procedures.
He is an active member of American Gastroenterological Association, where he serves on the Nominating Committee, as well as the American College of Gastroenterology where he serves on the Training Committee.
Dr. Venu is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Encopresis, Bowel Incontinence, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.
Dr. Venu is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 16 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Venu is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
900 East Rand Road, Suite 120, Des Plaines, IL 60016
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Venu 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.
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.
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UChicago Medicine Northbrook
David Rubin is a Gastroenterologist and a Hepatologist practicing medicine in Northbrook, Illinois. Dr. Rubin is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Ileostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Rubin is board certified in Practicing Since1994 and Gastroenterology. Dr. Rubin is currently accepting new patients.
John Pandolfino is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Pandolfino is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Achalasia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hiatal Hernia, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Pandolfino is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology (Certified).
Peter Kahrilas is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Kahrilas is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Achalasia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Heartburn, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Kahrilas is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology (Certified).
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Mukund M. Venu
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Mukund M. Venu?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Mukund M. Venu 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. Mukund M. Venu a top-rated expert for Swallowing Difficulty?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Mukund M. Venu is classified as an Distinguished expert for Swallowing Difficulty, 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. Mukund M. Venu specialize in?
While Dr. Mukund M. Venu is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Swallowing Difficulty, Encopresis, and Bowel Incontinence. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Mukund M. Venu participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Mukund M. Venu has published 16 articles and abstracts on conditions like Swallowing Difficulty. You can view a list of Dr. Mukund M. Venu's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Mukund M. Venu accept my insurance?
Dr. Mukund M. Venu 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
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Distinguished
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Venu isDistinguished. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- EncopresisDr. Venu isDistinguished. Learn about Encopresis.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)Dr. Venu isDistinguished. Learn about Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Venu isDistinguished. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Advanced
- AchalasiaDr. Venu isAdvanced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Venu isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- EndoscopyDr. Venu isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- EsophagitisDr. Venu isAdvanced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Venu isAdvanced. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- GastroparesisDr. Venu isAdvanced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- Marginal Zone Lymphoma (MZL)Dr. Venu isAdvanced. Learn about Marginal Zone Lymphoma (MZL).
- Painful SwallowingDr. Venu isAdvanced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Experienced
- AnemiaDr. Venu isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Venu isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- Bacterial GastroenteritisDr. Venu isExperienced. Learn about Bacterial Gastroenteritis.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Venu isExperienced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Venu isExperienced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Bile Acid MalabsorptionDr. Venu isExperienced. Learn about Bile Acid Malabsorption.
- Celiac DiseaseDr. Venu isExperienced. Learn about Celiac Disease.
- ColitisDr. Venu isExperienced. Learn about Colitis.
- ColonoscopyDr. Venu isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Venu isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Venu isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- DiarrheaDr. Venu isExperienced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Venu isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- Eosinophilic EsophagitisDr. Venu isExperienced. Learn about Eosinophilic Esophagitis.
- Gas Bloat SyndromeDr. Venu isExperienced. Learn about Gas Bloat Syndrome.
- Gastric DysmotilityDr. Venu isExperienced. Learn about Gastric Dysmotility.
- GastritisDr. Venu isExperienced. Learn about Gastritis.
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Venu isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- HeartburnDr. Venu isExperienced. Learn about Heartburn.
- Helicobacter Pylori InfectionDr. Venu isExperienced. Learn about Helicobacter Pylori Infection.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Venu isExperienced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- HiccupsDr. Venu isExperienced. Learn about Hiccups.
- IndigestionDr. Venu isExperienced. Learn about Indigestion.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)Dr. Venu isExperienced. Learn about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
- Lower Esophageal RingDr. Venu isExperienced. Learn about Lower Esophageal Ring.
- Menetrier DiseaseDr. Venu isExperienced. Learn about Menetrier Disease.
- Morning SicknessDr. Venu isExperienced. Learn about Morning Sickness.
- Portal HypertensionDr. Venu isExperienced. Learn about Portal Hypertension.
- ProctitisDr. Venu isExperienced. Learn about Proctitis.
- Trichohepatoenteric SyndromeDr. Venu isExperienced. Learn about Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Venu isExperienced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.