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Dr. Cynthia Wait, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 68
Dr. Cynthia Wait, MD
4.6 (20 Ratings)

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Dr. Cynthia Wait, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Gurnee, IL.
Dr. Cynthia Wait, MD
4.6 (20 Ratings)
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Dr. Cynthia Wait, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 68
Gurnee, IL
Accepting new patients
44 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Cynthia Wait, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Gurnee, IL.

About

Dr. Cynthia Wait, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Gurnee, IL and has 44 years experience. They graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine. They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Evanston Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Northwest Community Hospital, Advocate Condell Medical Center and Vista Medical Center East. At present, Dr. Wait received an average rating of 4.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 20 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Wait also speaks Spanish. Dr. Wait is board certified in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine.

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Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Manometry
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Manometry
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Abdominal Pain
Barrett's Esophagus
Constipation
Diarrhea
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Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Nausea
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Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Ascites
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Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Celiac Disease
Cirrhosis
Colorectal Polyp
Congenital Achalasia
Crohn's Disease
Dehydration
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Duodenal Ulcer
Duodenitis
Dysentery
Dysphagia
Enteritis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophageal Ulcer
Esophageal Varices
Esophagitis
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastroparesis
Heartburn
Hemochromatosis
Hemorrhoids
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hepatitis C
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Intestinal Ulcer
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Ischemic Colitis
Lactose Intolerance
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Malnutrition
Non-Neonatal Jaundice
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Pancreatitis
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
Reflux Esophagitis
Ulcerative Colitis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Viral Hepatitis
Vomiting Disorders
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Colon Cancer Screening
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Gallbladder Scan
Hepatitis A Screening
Hepatitis B Virus Screening
Hepatitis C Virus Screening
Hepatitis Screening
Impedance Testing
Instrumental Diagnostic Evaluation for Dysphagia
Liver Function Test
pH Probe
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Puncture Aspiration
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Screening Colonoscopy
Ultrasound, Endoanal
Ultrasound, Esophageal
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing

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Locations

  1. 1 Lake Shore Gastroenterology
    20 Tower Ct Ste C, Gurnee, IL 60031
    Monday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Thursday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Friday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  2. 2 Lake Shore Gastroenterology
    806 Central Ave Ste 202, Highland Park, IL 60035

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Aug 06, 2021
Dr Wait has been one of my top & favorite Doctor's for 20 years. I trust her completely. She is a very compassionate,, thorough, educated & experienced Doctor. Dr Wait listens, asks questions, and takes her time in explaining my health issues and diagnosis’ in a way that is understandable. She answers questions, and assures I understand whether it be in her office or after my procedures elsewhere. She is very personable and makes and returns phone calls! She is an expert in her field. Dr Wait has a supportive, experienced team and a friendly, efficient office staff. She is dependable & has an excellent reputation. I am .grateful & blessed to be among her patients!
CE - Highland Park, IL — Aug 06, 2021
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
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Specialties*
Gastroenterology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine
    1980
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Board Certifications

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  • Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Cynthia Wait, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Wait's profile.

Dr. Cynthia Wait, MD is affiliated with Evanston Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Northwest Community Hospital, Advocate Condell Medical Center and Vista Medical Center East.

Yes, Dr. Cynthia Wait, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Evanston Hospital

    2650 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL

  • Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital

    1000 N Westmoreland Rd, Lake Forest, IL

  • Northwest Community Hospital

    800 W Central Rd, Arlington Heights, IL

  • Advocate Condell Medical Center

    801 S Milwaukee Ave, Libertyville, IL

  • Vista Medical Center East

    1324 N Sheridan Rd, Waukegan, IL