Summary

Dr. Ikuo Hirano is a gastroenterologist and internal medicine specialist with 36 years of experience treating digestive health conditions. He earned his medical degree from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and completed his residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. His extensive background allows him to provide comprehensive care for both complex gastrointestinal disorders and general internal medicine needs.

Dr. Hirano practices at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and multiple Northwestern Medicine locations throughout Chicago, Illinois. He specializes in treating conditions such as colitis and feeding disorders in infants, including working with picky eaters. His practice includes performing diagnostic blood tests and complete blood counts to help identify underlying health issues. Patients have given Dr. Hirano an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 36 years of experience
  • 10 insurance plans accepted
  • Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 18 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Ikuo Hirano has 5 locations

Northwestern Medicine Digestive Health Center

259 E ERIE ST STE 1600CHICAGO, IL 60611
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Dr. Ikuo Hirano

676 N Saint Clair St Ste 1400Chicago, IL 60611

Northwestern Medicine Digestive Health Center

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

Northwestern Medicine Prentice Womens Hospital

250 E Superior StChicago, IL 60611

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Dr. Ikuo Hirano, MDDr. Kevin Liebovich, MDDr. Amit Patel, MDDr. Jennifer Spanier-Stiasny, DO
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.1 
4.1 
4.5 
36 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
CHICAGO , ILGurnee , ILChicago , ILHighland Park , IL
Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania Med School: Loyola University of Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine Med School: University of South Florida College of Medicine Med School: Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ikuo Hirano

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • HealthPartners
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ikuo Hirano has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ikuo Hirano has the following 18 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Asthma
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Critical Care
  • Esophageal Achalasia
  • Esophagitis
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Internal Medicine
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Lung Cancer
  • Other
  • Swallowing disorder (Deglutition Disorder)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Medical School

Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of PennsylvaniaGraduated in 1990

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Where is Dr. Ikuo Hirano's office located?
Dr. Ikuo Hirano's office is located at 259 E ERIE ST STE 1600, CHICAGO, IL, 60611.
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