Summary

Dr. Alan Buchman is a gastroenterologist and nutrition specialist who earned his medical degree from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Sciences. He completed his residency training at Emory Healthcare, building expertise that spans four decades of practice. With 40 years of experience in digestive health and nutritional medicine, Dr. Buchman brings extensive knowledge to his patient care approach.

Dr. Buchman practices at multiple University of Illinois locations throughout Chicago, including the Digestive Disease Center, College of Medicine, and University of Illinois Hospital. His clinical focus includes comprehensive digestive health evaluations and nutritional assessments for patients with gastrointestinal conditions. He performs electrocardiograms to monitor heart health, which can be important for patients with certain digestive disorders. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.6
  • 40 years of experience
  • 2 insurance plans accepted
  • Emory Healthcare
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 23 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Alan Lewis Buchman has 3 locations

University Of Illinois Digestive Disease Center

1801 W Taylor St Ste 1BChicago, IL 60612
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

University Of Illinois College Of Medicine Chicago Internal Medicine

840 S WOOD ST STE 1020NCHICAGO, IL 60612

University Of Illinois Hospital

1740 W Taylor StChicago, IL 60612

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Dr. Alan Lewis Buchman, MDDr. Darren Ballard, MDDr. Manoj K Mehta, MDDr. Daksesh Patel, DO
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.6 
4.9 
4.1 
40 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Chicago , ILHomewood , ILEVANSTON , ILChicago , IL
Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences Med School: Loyola University Med School: Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center Med School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Alan Lewis Buchman

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Alan Lewis Buchman has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Alan Lewis Buchman has the following 23 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Crohn's Disease
  • Diarrhea
  • Fatty Liver
  • Gastrointestinal Diseases (GI Diseases)
  • Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
  • Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD)
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Liver Diseases
  • Liver Transplantation
  • Malabsorption Syndromes
  • Nutrition
  • Nutrition Disorders
  • Short Bowel Syndrome
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

Dr. Alan Lewis Buchman holds an active medical license in the state of Illinois.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Illinois that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Emory Healthcare.

Medical School

Graduated from Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences in 1986.

NPI Number

Dr. Buchman's NPI number is 1104885557.

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Where is Dr. Alan Buchman's office located?
Dr. Alan Buchman's office is located at 1801 W Taylor St Ste 1B, Chicago, IL, 60612.
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