Overview
Dr. Ahuja is an established and highly skilled physician with more than 10 years of experience in advanced minimally invasive, general, and bariatric surgery. He completed his general surgery internship, residency and trauma research fellowship at Washington Hospital Center (Washington, DC/Bethesda, MD) and was also fellowship-trained in advanced laparoscopic minimally invasive and bariatric surgery at the University of Pittsburgh (PA). Dr. Ahuja has performed thousands of advanced complex gastrointestinal (GI) surgeries via minimally invasive techniques. He is well regarded in the southern Illinois community, earning numerous accolades for his quality and patient-centered care. Dr. Ahuja has previously Surgeon Champion of Year 2019 by Illinois State Quality Improvement Collaborative (ILQIC) for his quality improvement contributions. Dr. Ahuja has provided preceptorship/case observation opportunities for regional surgeons, medical students, residents, physician assistant students, dietitians and RNs.
Dr. Ahuja is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.
Dr. Ahuja is board certified in Illinois Department Of Financial & Professional Regulation, American Board Of Surgery , and Drug Enforcement Administration .
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Locations
Sparta Community Hospital
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SSM Health Medical Group
Dr. Sumalatha Satoor is a board-certified gastroenterologist with over 20 years of experience. She earned her medical degree from Guntur Medical College, completed her residency at Western Pennsylvania Hospital, and a gastroenterology fellowship at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. Dr. Satoor also holds an MBA and MHA from Georgia State University. She specializes in digestive and liver health, is known for compassionate, patient-focused care, and has contributed to liver disease research. Dr. Satoor offers gastroenterology care for patients aged 18 and older. Dr. Satoor is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Morning Sickness, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Satoor is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology , Illinois Department Of Financial & Professional Regulation, American Board Of Internal Medicine , and Drug Enforcement Administration . Dr. Satoor is currently accepting new patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Naresh K. Ahuja
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Naresh K. Ahuja?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Naresh K. Ahuja by calling their office at 618-315-6466. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Naresh K. Ahuja a top-rated expert for Obesity?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Naresh K. Ahuja is classified as an Distinguished expert for Obesity, 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. Naresh K. Ahuja specialize in?
While Dr. Naresh K. Ahuja is a Bariatric Medicine, they have specific expertise in Obesity, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Bariatric Medicine.
Does Dr. Naresh K. Ahuja accept my insurance?
Dr. Naresh K. Ahuja accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 618-315-6466 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
- ObesityDr. Ahuja isDistinguished. Learn about Obesity.
- Advanced
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Ahuja isAdvanced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- GastrectomyDr. Ahuja isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Ahuja isAdvanced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- Sleeve GastrectomyDr. Ahuja isAdvanced. Learn about Sleeve Gastrectomy.
- Experienced
- AnemiaDr. Ahuja isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- Biliary DyskinesiaDr. Ahuja isExperienced. Learn about Biliary Dyskinesia.
- CholecystitisDr. Ahuja isExperienced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Ahuja isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Ahuja isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Ahuja isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- EndoscopyDr. Ahuja isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Epidural LipomatosisDr. Ahuja isExperienced. Learn about Epidural Lipomatosis.
- EsophagitisDr. Ahuja isExperienced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Ahuja isExperienced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Ahuja isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Ahuja isExperienced. Learn about Gallstones.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- HemorrhoidectomyDr. Ahuja isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhoidectomy.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Ahuja isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- Hernia SurgeryDr. Ahuja isExperienced. Learn about Hernia Surgery.
- MalnutritionDr. Ahuja isExperienced. Learn about Malnutrition.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Ahuja isExperienced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Protein DeficiencyDr. Ahuja isExperienced. Learn about Protein Deficiency.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Ahuja isExperienced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Vitamin D DeficiencyDr. Ahuja isExperienced. Learn about Vitamin D Deficiency.