Dr. Howard Chodash, MD, Gastroenterologist
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Dr. Howard Chodash, MD

Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology

4/5(11)
751 N Rutledge St Suite 1100 Springfield IL, 62702
Rating

4/5

About

Dr. Howard Chodash is a gastroenterologist practicing in Springfield, IL. Dr. Chodash 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. Chodash 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 1988

University of Illinois College of Medicine 1988

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology

Provider Details

MaleEnglish

Areas of expertise and specialization

gastroenterology

Treatments

  • Anemia
  • Crohn's Disease
  • Acid Reflux
  • Colon Polyps
  • Gastritis
  • Pain
  • Stomach Flu

Dr. Howard Chodash, MD's Practice location

Hospital Sisters Health System

751 N Rutledge St Suite 1100 -
Springfield, IL 62702
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New patients: 217-720-3523, 217-545-0182
Fax: 217-545-4735

Practice At 2901 Old Jacksonville Rd Suite B

2901 Old Jacksonville Rd Suite B -
Springfield, IL 62704
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900 W TEMPLE AVE STE 2500 -
EFFINGHAM, IL 62401
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New patients: 217-540-2350
Fax: 217-347-2323

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Patient Experience with Dr. Chodash


4.0

Based on 11 reviews

Dr. Howard Chodash, MD has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 11 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Gastroenterologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

Media Releases

Get to know Gastroenterologist Dr. Howard Chodash, who serves patients throughout the State of Illinois.

A seasoned gastroenterologist, Dr. Chodash is affiliated with HSHS Medical Group Multispecialty Care, seeing patients in Effingham and Decatur, Illinois. Striving to provide patient-first care, he is well-versed in a wide range of conditions and diseases, including hepatitis, peptic ulcer disease, colitis, nutritional problems, irritable bowel syndrome, and various other gastrointestinal disorders. 

In regards to his educational background, he obtained his medical degree at the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago, and completed his residencies in internal medicine and emergency medicine at Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science. Finally, he sought specialized training in gastroenterology through a fellowship at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University.

As a testament to his expertise, the doctor is board-certified in gastroenterology and internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). The ABIM is a physician-led, non-profit, independent evaluation organization driven by doctors who want to achieve higher standards for better care in a rapidly changing world.

Maintaining fellowship status, Dr. Chodash is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians (FACP), and Fellow of the American Gastroenterological Association (FAGA).

Gastroenterology is the branch of medicine focused on the digestive system and its disorders. A gastroenterologist is a physician who has extensive training in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders related to the esophagus, stomach, small intestines, colon, liver, pancreas, and biliary system.

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