Summary

Dr. Lena Palmer is a gastroenterologist and internal medicine physician with 22 years of experience treating digestive and general health conditions. She earned her medical degree from the University of Mississippi School of Medicine and has built extensive expertise in both gastroenterology and internal medicine throughout her career. Dr. Palmer is fluent in English and Spanish, allowing her to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Palmer practices at Loyola University Medical Center in Maywood, Illinois, and maintains affiliations with several respected healthcare institutions including Ronald McDonald Children's Hospital of Loyola University Medical Center and facilities in New Orleans. She specializes in treating conditions such as nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, high cholesterol in children and teens, and acute fatty liver of pregnancy. Her procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies and interpreting CT scans of the chest. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.0, reflecting their confidence in her care and expertise.
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Quick Facts

  • 4
  • 22 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Lena Brice Palmer has 2 locations

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GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.9 
4.1 
22 Years of Experience 35 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, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Maywood , ILHomewood , ILEvanston , ILGurnee , IL
Med School: University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine Med School: Loyola University Medical Center Med School: Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center Med School: Loyola University of Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lena Brice Palmer

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Lena Brice Palmer has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Lena Brice Palmer has the following 11 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

22 Years Experience

Dr. Lena Brice Palmer holds an expired medical license in the states of Illinois and Louisiana.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine in 2004.

NPI Number

Dr. Palmer's NPI number is 1801080460.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Lena Palmer speak?
Dr. Lena Palmer speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr. Lena Palmer accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Lena Palmer has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lena Palmer affiliated with?
Dr. Lena Palmer is affiliated with Loyola University Medical Center, Ronald Mcdonald Childrens Hospital Of Loyola University Medical Center, New Orleans Va Medical Center, Lcmc Health, and University Medical Center New Orleans.
Where is Dr. Lena Palmer's office located?
Dr. Lena Palmer's office is located at 2160 S 1st Ave, Maywood, IL, 60153.
Does Dr. Lena Palmer accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Lena Palmer accepts on their Vitals profile.

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