Dr. Alan B Shapiro MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
2501 COMPASS RD GLENVIEW IL, 60026About
Dr. Alan Shapiro is a gastroenterologist practicing in Skokie, IL. Dr. Shapiro 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. Shapiro performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Univ of Il Coll of Med, Chicago Il 1984
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
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- 2012 Chicago Super Doctors
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- Colitis, Colonoscopy, Constipation And More
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