Summary

Dr. Kirbylee Nelson is a gastroenterologist who specializes in digestive health and cancer care. She earned her medical degree from Rush University Medical College and completed her residency at the University of South Florida Morsani in 2016. Dr. Nelson pursued advanced fellowship training at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in 2017, followed by an additional fellowship at the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago in 2020. With 13 years of experience in medicine, she brings extensive expertise to her practice.

Dr. Nelson is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital and practices at digestive health centers in Chicago, Illinois. She focuses on treating conditions such as anemia, colon polyps, and colorectal cancer. Her procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies, lower gastrointestinal endoscopy, and interpreting pathology tests. These skills allow her to provide comprehensive care for patients with digestive health concerns and cancer-related conditions.
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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
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. 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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Dr. Kirbylee K. Nelson, MDDr. Manoj K Mehta, MDDr. Jennifer Spanier-Stiasny, DODr. Rahul Julka, MD
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.9 
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13 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience
Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Chicago , ILEVANSTON , ILHighland Park , ILHomewood , IL
Med School: Rush University Medical College Med School: Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center Med School: Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences Med School: Loyola University Medical Center
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. 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

Dr. Kirbylee K. Nelson has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. 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

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago2020
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center2017

Residency

University of South Florida Morsani2016

Medical School

Rush University Medical CollegeGraduated in 2013

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Kirbylee Nelson's office located?
Dr. Kirbylee Nelson's office is located at 259 E Erie St Lavin Family Pavilion, Ste 1600, Chicago, IL, 60611.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kirbylee Nelson affiliated with?
Dr. Kirbylee Nelson is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital.
Does Dr. Kirbylee Nelson accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Kirbylee Nelson accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Kirbylee Nelson accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Kirbylee Nelson accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Yes, Dr. Kirbylee Nelson accepts virtual/telehealth appointments. Click the virtual visit button on their Vitals profile.

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