Overview
Thomas Lu is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois.
Dr. Lu is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Gardner Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 11 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Lu is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
5841 S Maryland Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
550 S Landmark Ave, Bloomington, IN 47403
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Lu 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. Thomas X. Lu
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Thomas X. Lu?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Thomas X. Lu by calling their office at 773-702-1000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Thomas X. Lu a top-rated expert for Familial Adenomatous Polyposis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Thomas X. Lu is classified as an Advanced expert for Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, 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. Thomas X. Lu specialize in?
While Dr. Thomas X. Lu is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Viral Gastroenteritis, and Gardner Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Thomas X. Lu participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Thomas X. Lu has published 11 articles and abstracts on conditions like Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. You can view a list of Dr. Thomas X. Lu's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Thomas X. Lu accept my insurance?
Dr. Thomas X. Lu accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 773-702-1000 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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- Advanced
- Angiodysplasia of the Colon
- Banti's SyndromeDr. Lu isAdvanced. Learn about Banti's Syndrome.
- Benign Esophageal Stricture
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Lu isAdvanced. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Lu isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- ColitisDr. Lu isAdvanced. Learn about Colitis.
- Colorectal PolypsDr. Lu isAdvanced. Learn about Colorectal Polyps.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Lu isAdvanced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- Eosinophilic EsophagitisDr. Lu isAdvanced. Learn about Eosinophilic Esophagitis.
- EsophagitisDr. Lu isAdvanced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Lu isAdvanced. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- IndigestionDr. Lu isAdvanced. Learn about Indigestion.
- Intestinal CancerDr. Lu isAdvanced. Learn about Intestinal Cancer.
- Lower Esophageal RingDr. Lu isAdvanced. Learn about Lower Esophageal Ring.
- Portal HypertensionDr. Lu isAdvanced. Learn about Portal Hypertension.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Lu isAdvanced. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Lu isAdvanced. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Lu isAdvanced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.
- Experienced
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- AnemiaDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- AscitesDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Ascites.
- Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
- Autoimmune HepatitisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Autoimmune Hepatitis.
- Bacterial GastroenteritisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Bacterial Gastroenteritis.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Campylobacter InfectionDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Campylobacter Infection.
- Celiac DiseaseDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Celiac Disease.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- CholestasisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Cholestasis.
- Chronic PancreatitisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Pancreatitis.
- CirrhosisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- Collagenous ColitisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Collagenous Colitis.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- ColonoscopyDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Cronkhite-Canada DiseaseDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Cronkhite-Canada Disease.
- DiarrheaDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- DICER1 SyndromeDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about DICER1 Syndrome.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- EncopresisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Encopresis.
- EndoscopyDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- Eosinophilic EnteropathyDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Eosinophilic Enteropathy.
- Esophageal VaricesDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Varices.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Fecal ImpactionDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Fecal Impaction.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Gallstones.
- Gas Bloat SyndromeDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Gas Bloat Syndrome.
- GastrectomyDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Gastric DysmotilityDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Gastric Dysmotility.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- GastroparesisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- Gilbert SyndromeDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Gilbert Syndrome.
- Helicobacter Pylori InfectionDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Helicobacter Pylori Infection.
- Hemorrhagic ProctocolitisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis.
- HepatitisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis.
- Hepatitis BDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis B.
- Hepatitis CDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis C.
- Hereditary PancreatitisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Pancreatitis.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)Dr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
- JaundiceDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Jaundice.
- Juvenile Polyposis SyndromeDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome.
- Liver FailureDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Liver Failure.
- Lymphocytic ColitisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Lymphocytic Colitis.
- Mallory-Weiss SyndromeDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Mallory-Weiss Syndrome.
- Menetrier DiseaseDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Menetrier Disease.
- Morning SicknessDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Morning Sickness.
- Necrotizing EnterocolitisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Necrotizing Enterocolitis.
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)
- Painful SwallowingDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Primary Biliary CholangitisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Primary Biliary Cholangitis.
- ProctitisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Proctitis.
- Protein DeficiencyDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Protein Deficiency.
- Pseudomembranous ColitisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Pseudomembranous Colitis.
- Reynolds SyndromeDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Reynolds Syndrome.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- TenesmusDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Tenesmus.
- Trichohepatoenteric SyndromeDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.
- VisceromegalyDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Visceromegaly.
- Watermelon StomachDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Watermelon Stomach.

