Dr. Christopher Andrew Olenec MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
1725 W Harrison St Chicago IL, 60612About
Dr. Christopher Olenec is a gastroenterologist practicing in Chicago, IL. Dr. Olenec specializes in the digestive system and its diseases that affect the gastrointestinal tract, which include organs from the mouth to the anus as well as liver disorders. Gastroenterology includes conditions such as hepatitis, peptic ulcer disease, colitis, nutritional problems and irritable bowel syndrome. Dr. Olenec performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center 2002
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Obesity
- Acid Reflux
- Esophageal Cancer
- Diarrhea
- Gallstones
- Pain
- Jaundice
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