Summary

Dr. M. Rosario Ferreira is a gastroenterologist who specializes in digestive health disorders. She earned her medical degree from the University of Lisbon Faculty of Medicine and completed both her residency and fellowship at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University, finishing her fellowship in 1998. With 39 years of medical experience, Dr. Ferreira brings extensive knowledge to her practice. She is fluent in French and Portuguese.

Dr. Ferreira practices at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and sees patients at the Northwestern Medicine Digestive Health Center in Chicago, Illinois. She treats conditions such as anemia, celiac disease, and colon polyps. Her procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy, and she also offers virtual care services. Patients have given her an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 39 years of experience
  • 11 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks French, Portuguese
  • McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Northwestern Medicine Digestive Health Center

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

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M. Rosario Ferreira, MDDr. Manoj K Mehta, MDDr. Jennifer Spanier-Stiasny, DODr. Jonathan Rosenberg, MD
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
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3.8 
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39 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks French, Portuguese Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Chicago , ILEvanston , ILHighland Park , ILGurnee , IL
Med School: University of Lisbon Faculty of Medicine Med School: Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center Med School: Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences Med School: University of Illinois Chicago of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by M. Rosario Ferreira

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois - Federal Employees Program
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Meritain Health
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

M. Rosario Ferreira has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

M. Rosario Ferreira has the following 14 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

M. Rosario Ferreira 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 McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University in 1998.

Residency

Completed their residency at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University in 1993.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Lisbon Faculty of Medicine in 1987 and Lisbon University (Portugal) in 1987.

NPI Number

M. Rosario Ferreira's NPI number is 1194755421.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does M. Rosario Ferreira accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that M. Rosario Ferreira accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does M. Rosario Ferreira accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
M. Rosario Ferreira has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is M. Rosario Ferreira's office located?
M. Rosario Ferreira's office is located at 259 E Erie St Lavin Family Pavilion, Ste 1600, Chicago, IL, 60611.
Is M. Rosario Ferreira accepting new patients?
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What languages does M. Rosario Ferreira speak?
M. Rosario Ferreira speaks French and Portuguese.

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