UChicago Faculty Physician
Benjamin McDonald, MD, PhD
Benjamin McDonald, MD, PhD
UChicago Faculty Physician
Clinical Instructor of Medicine
Specialties
- Gastroenterology
Locations
- Chicago - River East
- About
- Specialties & Areas of Expertise
- Locations & Patient Information
- Education & Research
- Accepted Insurance
Benjamin McDonald, MD, PhD, is a gastroenterologist who specializes in inflammatory bowel diseases, such as Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Dr. McDonald is known for his expertise in diagnosing and managing IBD, including using intestinal ultrasound to assess the condition, treating complex gastrointestinal disorders and a dedication to providing compassionate care to his patients.
His approach to care centers around explaining complex medical conditions and treatments in a clear and understandable way so that his patients can make informed decisions about their care. Dr. McDonald is currently accepting new patients and strives to provide the highest quality care to individuals with digestive health concerns.
His approach to care centers around explaining complex medical conditions and treatments in a clear and understandable way so that his patients can make informed decisions about their care. Dr. McDonald is currently accepting new patients and strives to provide the highest quality care to individuals with digestive health concerns.
Specialties
Areas of Expertise
Board Certifications
- Gastroenterology
- Internal Medicine
Practicing Since
- 2017
Languages Spoken
- English
Medical Education
- University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine
Residency
- University of Chicago Medical Center
Fellowship
- University of Chicago Medical Center
Internship
- University of Chicago Medical Center
Memberships & Medical Societies
- American College of Gastroenterology
- American Gastroenterological Association
Insurance
- Aetna Better Health *see insurance page
- Aetna HMO (specialists only)
- Aetna Medicare Advantage HMO & PPO
- Aetna POS
- Aetna PPO
- BCBS Blue Precision HMO (specialists only)
- BCBS HMO (HMOI) (specialists only)
- BCBS Medicare Advantage HMO & PPO
- BCBS PPO
- Cigna HMO
- Cigna POS
- Cigna PPO
- CountyCare *see insurance page
- Humana Medicare Advantage Choice PPO
- Humana Medicare Advantage Gold Choice PFFS
- Humana Medicare Advantage Gold Plus HMO
- Medicare
- Multiplan PPO
- PHCS PPO
- United Choice Plus POS/PPO
- United Choice HMO (specialists only)
- United Options (PPO)
- United Select (HMO & EPO) (specialists only)
- United W500 Emergent Wrap
- University of Chicago Health Plan (UCHP)
Our list of accepted insurance providers is subject to change at any time. You should contact your insurance company to confirm UChicago Medicine participates in their network before scheduling your appointment. If your insurance company is not listed here, or if you have any other questions, please contact Managed.Care@uchospitals.edu.