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Gastroenterologists in Maywood, IL

Gastroenterologists specialise in the digestive system: stomach, intestines, liver and pancreas. Below are 30 gastroenterologists with a practice in Maywood, Illinois, from the federal NPI Registry, with what to bring and ask so your visit counts.

Gastroenterologists in Maywood

  1. Panagiotis H. Panagiotakis, MD Gastroenterology Maywood, IL 60153
  2. Dinkar Ahuja, MD Gastroenterology Maywood, IL 60153
  3. Stephanie J. Betcher, MD Gastroenterology Maywood, IL 60153
  4. Harish Venkataraj, MD Gastroenterology Maywood, IL 60153
  5. Samuel H. Leon, MD Gastroenterology Maywood, IL 60153
  6. Elora Arya, MD Gastroenterology Maywood, IL 60153
  7. Alisa Farokhian, MD Gastroenterology Maywood, IL 60153
  8. Jack Leya, MD Gastroenterology Maywood, IL 60153
  9. Suzanne Daly, MD Gastroenterology Maywood, IL 60153
  10. Tanisha Ronnie, MD Gastroenterology Maywood, IL 60153
  11. Noura M. Sharabash, MD Gastroenterology Maywood, IL 60153
  12. Jonelle George, DO Gastroenterology Maywood, IL 60153
  13. Amanda B. Siegel, MD Gastroenterology Maywood, IL 60153
  14. Kajali Mishra, MD Gastroenterology Maywood, IL 60153
  15. Shishira S. Bharadwaj, MD Gastroenterology Maywood, IL 60153
  16. Alice J. Van Pelt, MD Gastroenterology Maywood, IL 60153
  17. Praveen K. Sampath, MD Gastroenterology Maywood, IL 60153
  18. Roberto Oleas, MD Gastroenterology Maywood, IL 60153
  19. Carlos Roberto Simons Linares, MD Gastroenterology Maywood, IL 60153
  20. David Lehoang Gastroenterology Maywood, IL 60153
  21. Lesley K. Dawravoo, MD Gastroenterology Maywood, IL 60153
  22. Abdelhai Abdelqader, MD Gastroenterology Maywood, IL 60153
  23. Olufemi Kassim, MD Gastroenterology Maywood, IL 60153
  24. Daniel Gryzlo, MD Gastroenterology Maywood, IL 60153
  25. Thomas Schnell, MD Gastroenterology Maywood, IL 60153
  26. Corrin Hepburn, MD Gastroenterology Maywood, IL 60153
  27. Nirmal Desai, MD Gastroenterology Maywood, IL 60153
  28. Susanne Shokoohi, MD Gastroenterology Maywood, IL 60153
  29. Harleen Kaur Gastroenterology Maywood, IL 60153
  30. Smriti R. Kumar Gastroenterology Maywood, IL 60153

Listings come from the CMS NPPES NPI Registry, the public federal record of licensed providers, checked October 2026. Being listed is not a recommendation or an endorsement, and we do not receive anything from these doctors. Call the office to confirm insurance, availability and that they are accepting new patients. In an emergency, call 911.

When to see a gastroenterologist

Common reasons

  • Heartburn and reflux
  • IBS, bloating and changes in bowel habits
  • Abdominal pain
  • Colon cancer screening
  • Liver concerns

Signs it may be time

  • Digestive symptoms keep coming back
  • You are due for colon cancer screening
  • Your primary care doctor referred you
  • You notice blood in your stool or unexplained weight loss (book promptly)

How to get the most from your gastroenterologist visit

1

Before: what to bring

  • A list of everything you take, including supplements, with how often
  • Your insurance card and photo ID
  • Recent lab results or imaging reports, if another clinician ordered them
  • A food and symptom diary from the last two to four weeks
2

During: questions to ask

  • What could be causing my symptoms?
  • Do I need a scope or other tests, and how do I prepare?
  • Which foods or habits should I track?
  • Which symptoms mean I should call sooner?
3

After: what to keep track of

  • What you ate and when symptoms started
  • Bowel changes, bloating and pain, in your own words
  • Stress and sleep, which often move with gut symptoms

After your visit

Keep the plan going between appointments

Digestive problems are about patterns: which meals, which days, how long. A symptom diary kept for a few weeks is often the single most useful thing you can bring back to your gastroenterologist. Emerge Care, free to download on iPhone, is built for exactly that: tell it how you feel in your own words, get plain answers with the source behind every fact, and walk into your next gastroenterologist appointment in Maywood with a one-page summary and your questions ready.

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  • Answers that name their source
  • One-page visit summary PDF
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Questions

How do I find a gastroenterologist in Maywood?

This page lists 30 gastroenterologists with a practice in Maywood, Illinois (ZIP codes 60153), from the federal NPI Registry. Call the office to confirm they take your insurance and are accepting new patients.

Do I need a referral to see a gastroenterologist in Maywood?

It depends on your insurance plan, not the state. HMO plans usually need a referral from your primary care doctor; many PPO plans do not. Check with your plan before booking.

What should I bring to my first gastroenterologist appointment?

A list of everything you take, including supplements, with how often; Your insurance card and photo ID; Recent lab results or imaging reports, if another clinician ordered them; A food and symptom diary from the last two to four weeks.

When should I start colon cancer screening?

US guidelines generally recommend starting at 45 for people at average risk, earlier with a family history. Ask your doctor what fits you.

Should I keep a food diary before my appointment?

Yes, if you can. Two to four weeks of meals and symptoms helps your doctor see patterns quickly.

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