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Gastroenterologist in Oakbrook Terrace, IL
INTERNAL MEDICINE & GASTROENTEROLOGY
Conservative solution, compassionate care
DAVID C. CHUA, MD
Dr. David C. Chua is a competent and detail-oriented Gastroenterologist serving the Chicago metropolitan area six days a week, with availability Saturdays, & available evening hours. Dr. Chua is the Director of South Loop Endoscopy and Wellness Center. He is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology. A pioneer in Advanced Endoscopy, Dr. Chua was the first in Chicago to utilize a metallic enteral stent for malignant obstruction and the second into place a metallic stent within the esophagus. With over 20 years of experience, it is his mission to provide his patients with quality and cost-effective health care. Dr. Chua also has a special interest in preventative health and quality improvement.
Areas of Focus:
Advanced Endoscopy (ERCP)
Colon Cancer Screening
Disorders of the Biliary Tree and Pancreas
Endoscopic Mucosal Resection (EMR)
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Hepatitis and Liver Cirrhosis
Inflammatory Bowel Diseases
Irritable Bowel Disease
Peptic Ulcer Disease (PUD) and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Weight Loss and Digestive Disease Wellness
Education:
Undergraduate- UST College of Pharmacy and Medical Technology; Clark Air Force Base Hospital of the
US Pacific Air Force; Manila, Philippines
Medical School- UST College of Medicine and Surgery; Manila, Philippines
Residency- Wayne State University- Detroit Medical Center and Henry Ford Hospital; Detroit, Michigan
GI Fellowship- Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke’s Medical Center; Chicago, IL
Hepatology Fellowship- University of Chicago; Chicago, IL
Languages Spoken: English, Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, Tagalog/Filipino
Diplomate, American Board of Internal Medicine
Diplomate, American Board of Gastroenterology
Gastroenterology and Liver Disease Fellowship: Rush Presbyterian St. Luke’s Medical Center, University of Chicago, Chicago, IL
Member of the American College of Gastroenterology
Chief, Department of Gastroenterology, St. Mary of Nazareth Hospital Center
Medical Director, Summit Center of Clinical Research
Medical Director, Summit Surgicare
Hospital Affiliations
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South Loop Endoscopy and Wellness Center (JCAHO Certified; CON Licensed; State Licensed) – 2340 S. Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL 60616
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Summit Surgicare, Inc. (Office Based Surgery; JCAHO Certified) - 1 S. 280 Summit Ave., Ct. A-1, Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181;
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McNeal Hospital - 3249 S. Oak Park Ave., Berwyn, IL 60402
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Presence Saints Mary and Elizabeth Medical Center – 2233 W. Division St., Chicago, IL 60622
- Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center – 836 W. Wellington Ave., Chicago, IL 60657
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Certificates
Wallstent Biliary Endoprosthesis
Implant Certification
Received 1994
Diplomate
American Board of Gastroenterology
Received Nov. 07, 1989
Diplomate
American Board of Internal Medicine
Received Sep.16,1987
Awards
2008
Consumers' Research Council of America
America's Top Gastroenterologists
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
2008
Guide to America's
Top Gastroenterologists
2005~2006
NATIONAL REGISTER'S WHO'S WHO
in Executives and Professionals
2004~2005
America's Top Physicians
Gastroenterologist, Liver Specialist
2003
America's Top Physicians
Gastroenterologist, Liver Specialist
2004~2005
America's Top Physicians
Gastroenterologist, Liver Specialist
2003
America's Top Physicians
Gastroenterologist, Liver Specialist
2004~2005
AMERICA'S TOP PHYSICIANS
2002~2003
Strathmore's WHO'S WHO
Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital Center
Certificate of Appreciation
Family Practice Residents
June 30,2003
Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital Center
Certificate of Appreciation
Family Practice Residents
June 30,2001
2001 Top Doctors
Chicago Metro Area
Castle Connelly Guide
Jan. 2001
American Medical Association
Congratulation Letter
detail
Illinois State Medical Society
Physicians Caring
1997
American Academy of Family Physicians
Active Teacher in Family Practice
1995