Summary

Dr. Joel Pekow is a gastroenterologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the digestive system. He earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and has been practicing medicine for 23 years. Dr. Pekow is fluent in both Spanish and English, helping him connect with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Pekow is affiliated with The University of Chicago Medicine, UChicago Medicine Comer Children's Hospital Hyde Park, and The Center for Care and Discovery in Chicago, Illinois. He focuses on treating inflammatory bowel diseases such as Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, as well as noninfectious gastroenteritis. Pekow offers comprehensive care including home infusion therapy and diagnostic blood work such as complete blood counts. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 4
  • 23 years of experience
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Joel Robert Pekow has 2 locations

Primary Care Group

5841 S Maryland AveChicago, IL 60637
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

The University Of Chicago Medicine

5841 S Maryland AveChicago, IL 60637

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Dr. Joel Robert Pekow, MDDr. Daksesh Patel, DOJan Seiler, APRNJi Soo Choi, APRN
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.1 
23 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Chicago , ILChicago , ILMontgomery , ALSACRAMENTO , CA
Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Georgia State University Med School: New York University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joel Robert Pekow

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Joel Robert Pekow has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joel Robert Pekow has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colon Cancer
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD)
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

23 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of MedicineGraduated in 2003

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Joel Pekow's office located?
Dr. Joel Pekow's office is located at 5841 S Maryland Ave, Chicago, IL, 60637.
Which hospitals is Dr. Joel Pekow affiliated with?
Dr. Joel Pekow is affiliated with The University Of Chicago Medicine, Uchicago Medicine Comer Childrens Hospital Hyde Park, and The Center For Care And Discovery.
Does Dr. Joel Pekow accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Joel Pekow has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joel Pekow?
You can find contact information for Dr. Joel Pekow here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Joel Pekow accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Joel Pekow accepts on their Vitals profile.

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