Raza Hamdani, MBBS
Raza Hamdani, MBBS
Specialties
- Gastroenterology
- Hepatology (Liver Diseases)
Locations
- Chicago - Beverly
- Flossmoor
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Raza Hamdani, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist who brings over three decades of experience managing complex digestive and liver conditions. He uses the latest tools and technology to help find answers quickly and create treatment plans that are tailored to each patient. Dr. Hamdani delivers comprehensive care for gastrointestinal and liver diseases, including:
- Cirrhosis
- Fatty liver disease
- Hepatitis (viral and autoimmune)
- Hepatocellular carcinoma (look into this)
- Colon polyps
- Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD, including Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis)
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
- Barrett’s esophagus
- Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE)
- Pancreatitis
- Pancreatic cysts
- Celiac disease
- Complex malabsorption disorders
Using evidence-based medicine and performing advanced endoscopic procedures, Dr. Hamdani helps diagnose conditions, screen for colon cancer and treat issues when possible. His goal is to identify problems early and create a plan that helps patients feel better and stay healthy over time.
Dr. Hamdani understands that digestive issues can be difficult to navigate, so he takes a collaborative, patient-centered approach to care. He creates a supportive environment where patients feel comfortable sharing their concerns, taking time to listen, ask the right questions and clearly explain what may be causing symptoms. Together, Dr. Hamdani and his patients work together to create a plan that is tailored to their specific needs, so they can feel more confident and in control.
Specialties
Areas of Expertise
- Liver Diseases
- Colon Cancer Prevention
- Cirrhosis
- Fatty Liver Disease (Steatotic Liver Disease)
- Pancreatitis
- Celiac Disease
- Pancreatic Cysts
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- Barrett's Esophagus
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Hepatitis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Board Certifications
- Internal Medicine
Languages Spoken
- English
Medical Education
- college of medicine university of lagos
Internship
- John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County
Residency
- John H Stroger Hospital of Cook County
Fellowship
- UPMC Presbyterian; University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics
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)
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