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Dr. Michael Ruchim, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 70
Dr. Michael Ruchim, MD
3.7 (15 Ratings)

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Dr. Michael Ruchim, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Chicago, IL.
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Dr. Michael Ruchim, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 70
Chicago, IL
Accepting new patients
45 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Michael Ruchim, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Chicago, IL.

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Dr. Michael Ruchim, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Chicago, IL and has 45 years experience. They graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1979 and completed a residency at University Ill Hospital|University of Chicago Hospitals and Health System.They currently practice at Northwestern Medical Group and are affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital. Dr. Ruchim has experience treating conditions like Intestinal Diverticulosis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Ruchim received an average rating of 3.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 15 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Ruchim is board certified in Gastroenterology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Abdominal Pain
Anemia
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Barrett's Esophagus
Chronic Gastritis
Colorectal Polyp
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Diarrhea
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Dysphagia
Esophagitis
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroptosis
Hemorrhoids
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Nausea
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Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Reflux Esophagitis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Vomiting Disorders
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Manometry
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Abdominal Disorders
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anal Prolapse
Autoimmune Diseases
Barretts Esophagus with Dysplasia
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Benign Tumor
Blood Disorders
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Colon Disorders
Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Dehydration
Diverticulitis
Diverticulosis
Duodenal Ulcer
Duodenitis
Enteritis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diseases
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophageal Ulcer
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
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Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Heartburn
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Ileus
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Indigestion
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Ulcer
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Liver Diseases and Disorders
Mallory-Weiss Syndrome
Malnutrition
Mesenteric Panniculitis
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Pancreatitis
Peptic Ulcer
Rectal Diseases
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Stomach Diseases
Ulcer
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Ulcerative Colitis
Viral Enteritis
Colon Cancer Screening
Colonoscopy
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Gallbladder Scan
Gastroenterology Procedures
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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Screening Colonoscopy
Ultrasound
Ultrasound, Endoanal
Ultrasound, Esophageal
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing

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Locations

  1. 1 Mark Chien M D L L C
    680 N Lake Shore Dr Ste 118, Chicago, IL 60611
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (312) 470-8990
  2. 2 Office
    680 N Lake Shore Dr Ste 118, Chicago, IL 60611
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (312) 695-5620

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Dec 24, 2019
I see a few negative reviews but I have been a patient for a number of years. He is kind, caring and intelligent. Knows his area of specialty. Highly recommended.
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Care Philosophy

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Biography
  • Dr. Michael Ruchim, MD is a gastroenterology specialist in Chicago, IL and has over 44 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1979. He specializes in Gastroenterology.
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Gastroenterology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Illinois College of Medicine
    1979
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Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine
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Internship

Internship
  • University Ill Hospital
    1980
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University Ill Hospital|University of Chicago Hospitals and Health System
    1982
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University of Illinois|University of Illinois Hospital and Health System
    1984
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Michael Ruchim, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Ruchim's profile.

Dr. Ruchim frequently treats the following conditions: Intestinal Diverticulosis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Michael Ruchim, MD is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Michael Ruchim, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Northwestern Memorial Hospital

    251 E Huron St, Chicago, IL