At the Forefront - UChicago Medicine

We're Bringing the Forefront of GI Care to Downtown Chicago

Conveniently located in Streeterville at 355 E. Grand Ave., UChicago Medicine River East is a state-of-the-art outpatient center offering a comprehensive team of GI specialists — including gastroenterologists and hepatologists. Our nationally ranked gastroenterology team provides a full range of exceptional, personalized care for GI patients, including the diagnosis and treatment of gastrointestinal conditions and preventive screenings like colonoscopies.

Find Local Gastroenterology Care in Streeterville

Safe, In-Person Care with Gastroenterologists and Hepatologists Near You

Recognized as one of the nation’s safest medical centers, we remain committed to providing outstanding care during these extraordinary times. To continue serving all of our patients, we go above and beyond state and national standards to protect your health and safety while you receive medical care. We are screening all patients, visitors and staff for COVID-19 symptoms and require that everyone who enters our facilities wear a mask. We are practicing strict social distancing and cleanliness protocols, and have implemented new visitor restrictions. As always, all clinical areas are thoroughly cleaned and disinfected after every patient encounter. Learn more about our commitment to providing the safest care possible. 

USNEWS Gastroenterology &GI Surgery Badge 2024-2025

Nationally Ranked in Gastroenterology & GI Surgery

According to U.S. News & World Report's 2024-25 Rankings

Newsweek world best hospital gastroenterology

World's Best Hospitals for Gastroenterology

Newsweek ranked UChicago Medicine as one of top 50 best hospitals in the world for gastroenterology care.

Physician Konstantin Umanskiy, MD, Assistant Professor of Surgery, in surgery

Find a Doctor at River East

View profiles of UChicago Medicine digestive disease experts, including specialists in IBD, liver disease, GI cancer, esophageal disease, colon and rectal surgery, pediatric gastroenterology and more.

Hepatologist Michael Charlton, MD

Request an Appointment

We are currently experiencing a high volume of inquiries, leading to delayed response times. For faster assistance, please call 1-888-824-0200 to schedule your appointment.

If you have symptoms of an urgent nature, please call your doctor or go to the emergency room immediately.

You can also make an appointment with our providers by:

– Scheduling a virtual GI video appointment to see a provider from the comfort of your home

– Requesting an online second opinion from our specialists

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