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Looking For Doctor In Chicago/western Suburbs Area

jasrich

By jasrich
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jasrich Newbie
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Hi, I tested positive for Gliadin antibodies (IGA and IGG) but tested in the normal range for transglutaminase. My GP wants me to start on gluten-free diet and my GI doc agrees so I started yesterday. I'm going to continue but I want a second opinion from a doctor experienced in diagnosing and treating celiac disease. I have also tested positive for thryoid antibodies and TSH is sort of high although T4 is still normal. I was very interested to read about the possible connection between celiac disease and Hashimotos. Any advice or referrals would be much appreciated.

Thanks,

Jason

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Kim Explorer
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The University of Chicago has an excellent celiac disease program. You might try them. Good Luck. Kim.

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Steve Holland, M.D. is in Naperville and is very active in the local celiac community.

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I just went to Dr. Semran at the University of Chicago today, after trying for months to find a good doctor. It is a drive for me, but well worth it. They did bloodwork and a bone density scan today, since I was already there. Very good doctor.

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Thanks to everyone that responded. I called the Univ. Of Chicago celiac disease program and was referred to Dr. Rubin. They were scheduling for him for September so I asked for someone else and got in with Dr. Semran for 7/1 which is pretty good. Unfortunately, I had already started a gluten-free diet but they told me to continue to eat G until I see the doctor. I'm looking forward to seeing someone that knows this disease well.

Thanks again,

Jason

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chaessly Newbie
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I've been seeing Jeffrey Goldman in Park Ridge for several years, and have had great luck with him.

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jgross Newbie
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Steve Holland, M.D. is in Naperville and is very active in the local celiac community.

I saw his site and was impressed. Have you had personal experience with him?

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My son sees Dr. Guandalini at Univ. of Chicago (pedi. GI), and we've had great experiences with U. of C.

I have met Dr. Holland at the gluten-free support group that meets at Whole Foods in Wheaton (ironically!) the third Thursday of the month. I also emailed him once for a pediatrician recommendation, and he responded the same day (I'm not even his patient!). I would definitely recommend him. Once you've gotten a clear diagnosis, you might consider him as your "everyday" GI guy.

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