Summary

Dr. Eugene Yen is a gastroenterologist who focuses on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system. He earned his medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Washington University/B-JH/SLCH Consortium in 2004. Dr. Yen furthered his training with a fellowship at the University of California San Francisco in 2007, which provided him with advanced expertise in gastroenterology. With 25 years of medical experience, he brings extensive knowledge to patient care. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Yen practices at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and sees patients in Lake Forest and Chicago, Illinois. He specializes in treating complex conditions such as Crohn's disease and Clostridioides difficile infections. Yen also performs diagnostic endoscopy procedures to examine the digestive tract. His treatment approach includes advanced therapies like infusion therapy and intravenous chemotherapy for appropriate patients. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 25 years of experience
  • 19 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University of California (San Francisco)
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Eugene F. Yen has 2 locations

Northwestern Medical Group

800 N Westmoreland Rd Ste 100Lake Forest, IL 60045

Northwestern Medicine Digestive Health Center

259 E Erie St Lavin Family Pavilion, Ste 1600Chicago, IL 60611

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GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.7 
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25 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Lake Forest , ILChicago , ILEVANSTON , ILLindenhurst , IL
Med School: Tufts University School of Medicine Med School: University of South Florida College of Medicine Med School: Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center Med School: New York College of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Eugene F. Yen

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Dean Health Plan
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • North Shore LIJ CareConnect
  • North Shore LIJ CareConnect - IPA
  • PacificSource Health Plans
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Eugene F. Yen has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Eugene F. Yen has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Gastroenterologist
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Microscopic Colitis
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

25 Years Experience

Eugene F. Yen 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

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at University of California (San Francisco) in 2007.

Residency

Completed their residency at Washington University/B-JH/SLCH Consortium in 2004.

Medical School

Graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine in 2001.

NPI Number

Eugene F. Yen's NPI number is 1508944018.

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What languages does Eugene Yen speak?
Eugene Yen speaks English and Spanish.
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Where is Eugene Yen's office located?
Eugene Yen's office is located at 800 N Westmoreland Rd Ste 100, Lake Forest, IL, 60045.

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