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“The division has a robust clinical practice that resides within our new Digestive Health Center … a true collaborative effort.”
– John Pandolfino, MD
The Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology is dedicated to clinical practice, research and education in esophageal and motility disorders, including achalasia, dysphagia and GERD.
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Faculty: Meet the Team
View individual profiles of our faculty members and learn about their research and clinical specialties.
Assistant Professor of Medicine (Gastroenterology and Hepatology)
I perform primary and secondary endoscopic (non-surgical) therapies for obesity, including placement of the Orbera gastric balloon, the Aspire Assist device and endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty. I also perform gastro-jejunal outlet reduction for weight regain after bariatric surgery. I have also been trained to use the EsophyX device (TIF procedure) as a minimally invasive (non-surgical) treatment for GERD. I am also interested in endoscopic treatment of post-surgical complications and endoscopic suturing.
Assistant Professor of Medicine (Gastroenterology and Hepatology)
Inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis), therapeutic drug monitoring, clinical trials
Assistant Professor of Medicine (Gastroenterology and Hepatology)
I specialize in the evaluation and treatment of gastrointestinal disorders that involve the small bowel, including Crohn's disease, intestinal failure (such as from short bowel syndrome), celiac disease, enteropathy, fat/protein malabsorption, cystic fibrosis, and obscure gastrointestinal bleeding. Additionally, I see patients with ulcerative colitis. I perform both video capsule endoscopy as well as double balloon enteroscopy, and am able to evaluate abnormal small bowel findings as well as small bowel bleeding. I also specialize in the evaluation and management of malnutrition, providing nut...
Professor of Medicine (Gastroenterology and Hepatology) and Surgery (Organ Transplantation)
Received Medical Degree a the University of Buenos Aires. Internal Medicine training at St Louis University Missouri and Gastroenterology /Hepatology at Northwestern University. Academic Title: Professor of Medicine and Surgery Feinberg School of Medicine.
Associate Professor of Medicine (Gastroenterology and Hepatology)
Rajesh N. Keswani, MD, MS, is a gastroenterologist and nationally-recognized expert in interventional endoscopy who leads efforts to improve healthcare quality. He is the Medical Director of Quality for the Northwestern Medicine Digestive Health Center. Nationally, he informs clinical practice guidelines and endoscopy training standards by serving on committees of the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, American Gastroenterological Association, and National Comprehensive Cancer Network. Dr. Keswani earned his undergraduate and medical degrees from Boston University, finished resid...
Professor of Medicine (Gastroenterology and Hepatology)
Endoscopic ultrasound, Ulcer disease
Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine (Gastroenterology and Hepatology)
Dr. Cohen practices General Gastroenterology with additional special focuses on Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, and non surgical treatment of hemorrhoids. Dr. Cohen is originally from Potomac, Maryland. He completed his undergraduate work at Cornell University and medical school at the University of Maryland. Dr. Cohen moved to Chicago in 1998 where he completed his residency at Northwestern followed by a 4 year combined clinical and research GI fellowship under an NIH training grant at the University of Chicago. He has been in practice at Northwestern since 2005. Dr. Cohen is board certi...
Professor of Medicine (Gastroenterology and Hepatology)
Esophageal Disorders, Swallowing Disorders, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Professor of Medicine (Gastroenterology and Hepatology) and Surgery
Hepatic disease, Hepatitis B and C, Viral infections
Assistant Professor of Medicine (Gastroenterology and Hepatology)
General gastroenterology
Diversity and Inclusion
The department works toward an environment of inclusion and support through the Diversity and Cultural Affairs Council and through several dedicated events and initiatives.
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We offer a wide range of resources, mentorship opportunities and training to help our residents and fellows excel as physician-scientists. Explore all of the resources and hear from housestaff who are making research a major part of their career development plans.
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Contact MaryPat Mauro for more information on supporting the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at 312-503-1090 or marypat.mauro@northwestern.edu