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Dr. Alan Shapiro, MD

Gastroenterology
4.8 (55)
Map Pin Small Glenview, IL
Accepting new patients
39 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Alan Shapiro, MD

Dr. Alan Shapiro, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Glenview, IL. They specialize in Gastroenterology, has 39 years of experience, and is board certified in Internal Medicine. They graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and is affiliated with Advocate Lutheran General Hospital and Evanston Hospital.

Dr. Shapiro works at North Shore Gastroenterology in Glenview, IL. They frequently treat conditions like Diarrhea, Abdominal Pain and Constipation along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accepts Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Shapiro's Office Locations

  1. 1
    North Shore Gastroenterology
    2501 Compass Rd Ste 130, Glenview, IL 60026 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (847) 677-1170
  2. 2
    Glen Endoscopy Center LLC
    2551 Compass Rd Ste 115, Glenview, IL 60026 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (847) 306-6581

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  • Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
  • Evanston Hospital

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    Nov 02, 2022
    Dr Shapiro is a great doctor and spends time with you and listens to what you have to say. Makes you feel at ease.
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    About Dr. Alan Shapiro, MD

    Specialties
    • Gastroenterology
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    Years of Experience
    • 39 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1881676997
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • University Il Hospital and Cli
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    Medical Education
    • University of Illinois College of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Internal Medicine
    Board Certifications
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Alan Shapiro, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Shapiro is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Shapiro has an average wait time of 31 – 45 minutes at their office(s).

    Dr. Shapiro has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Shapiro works at North Shore Gastroenterology in Glenview, IL. View the full address on Dr. Shapiro’s profile.

    Dr. Shapiro has seen patients for Diarrhea, Abdominal Pain and Constipation, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Shapiro on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    55 patients have reviewed Dr. Shapiro. The overall rating for this provider is 4.8. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Shapiro.

    Whether a person prefers to schedule an appointment online or over the phone with Dr. Shapiro, there are benefits to both methods. A person calling to schedule an with Dr. Shapiro appointment can ask questions about the practice, provider availability, conditions treated, procedures performed, and if their insurance carrier is accepted. While online scheduling is quicker, easier, allows one to view a wide range of appointment times, and may provide the ability to sync with a personal calendar.

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