Dr. Shalu Punum Gugnani, MD

Dr. Shalu Gugnani is a family medicine physician who also specializes in addiction medicine and surgery. She earned her medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and completed her residency at Meharry Medical College. With 18 years of medical experience, Dr. Gugnani brings extensive knowledge to her practice. She is fluent in multiple languages including Russian, Spanish, Polish, English, and Tagalog.

Dr. Gugnani practices at several locations throughout the Chicago area, including facilities in Arlington Heights, Glenview, and Highland Park. She focuses on treating substance use disorders, particularly heroin use and opioid use disorder. Her surgical expertise includes abdominal hernia repair and hernia repair procedures for both adults and children. This combination of family medicine, addiction treatment, and surgical skills allows her to provide comprehensive care for patients with diverse medical needs.