Dr. Samir Kakodkar
Overview
Samir Kakodkar is a Gastroenterologist in Niles, Illinois. Dr. Kakodkar is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), Hemorrhoids, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
7900 N Milwaukee Ave, Ste 19, Niles, IL 60714
Niles, IL 60714
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Kakodkar 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Samir Kakodkar
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Samir Kakodkar?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Samir Kakodkar by calling their office at 847-318-9595. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Samir Kakodkar a top-rated expert for Colonoscopy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Samir Kakodkar is classified as an Advanced expert for Colonoscopy, 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. Samir Kakodkar specialize in?
While Dr. Samir Kakodkar is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Colonoscopy, Gastrectomy, and Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Samir Kakodkar participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Samir Kakodkar has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Colonoscopy. You can view a list of Dr. Samir Kakodkar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Samir Kakodkar accept my insurance?
Dr. Samir Kakodkar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 847-318-9595 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.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
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- ColonoscopyDr. Kakodkar isAdvanced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- GastrectomyDr. Kakodkar isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Experienced
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- Bacterial GastroenteritisDr. Kakodkar isExperienced. Learn about Bacterial Gastroenteritis.
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