Summary

Dr. Kirbylee Nelson treats anemia, colon polyps, and colorectal cancer, and performs colonoscopy and lower GI endoscopy. She practices gastroenterology and is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago.

Dr. Nelson earned her medical degree from Rush University Medical College, completed her residency at the University of South Florida Morsani in 2016, and completed fellowships at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in 2017 and the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago in 2020. She sees patients in Chicago, Illinois.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 13 years of experience
  • 20 insurance plans accepted
  • University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Kirbylee K. Nelson has 2 locations

Northwestern Medicine Digestive Health Center

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

Digestive Health Center

633 N St Clair St 20th FlChicago, IL 60611

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Kirbylee K. Nelson, MDDr. Amit Patel, MDDr. Jennifer Spanier-Stiasny, DODr. Kevin Liebovich, MD
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
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13 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Chicago , ILChicago , ILHighland Park , ILGurnee , IL
Med School: Rush University Medical College Med School: University of South Florida College of Medicine Med School: Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences Med School: Loyola University of Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Kirbylee K. Nelson

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • North Shore LIJ CareConnect
  • North Shore LIJ CareConnect - IPA
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - IPA

Medical Specialties

Kirbylee K. Nelson has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Kirbylee K. Nelson has the following 9 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

13 Years Experience

Kirbylee K. Nelson holds an expired medical license in the state of Illinois.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago in 2020 and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in 2017.

Residency

Completed their residency at University of South Florida Morsani in 2016.

Medical School

Graduated from Rush University Medical College in 2013.

NPI Number

Kirbylee K. Nelson's NPI number is 1780927418.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Kirbylee Nelson's office located?
Kirbylee Nelson's office is located at 259 E Erie St Lavin Family Pavilion, Ste 1600, Chicago, IL, 60611.
Does Kirbylee Nelson accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Kirbylee Nelson accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Kirbylee Nelson accepting new patients?
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Which hospitals is Kirbylee Nelson affiliated with?
Kirbylee Nelson is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital.
Does Kirbylee Nelson accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Kirbylee Nelson has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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