Dr. Tamer Atassi, MD | Joliet, IL | Gastroenterology

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Dr. Tamer Atassi is a gastroenterologist and internal medicine physician who brings over three decades of clinical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Damascus Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Mercy Hospital. Dr. Atassi is fluent in English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Atassi practices at Prime Healthcare Saint Joseph Medical Center Joliet and sees patients in Joliet and New Lenox, Illinois. He specializes in treating conditions such as iron deficiency anemia, upper GI bleeding, and abdominal pain. His procedural expertise includes colonoscopy, upper GI endoscopy, and lower GI endoscopy. Patients have given Dr. Atassi an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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4.3

16 Ratings
33 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
Mercy Hospital
10 written reviews
2 specialties
13 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
3 hospital affiliations
2 office locations
Male

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He conducted unnecessary procedures on my 85 yr old mother. Apparently he had patients lined up and I guess he couldnt wait for the local to take effect and he kept shoving that scope down her throat all the while she was TRYING to tell him to stop. He didnt and she told me “it was the worse experience of her life”. Avoid this guy!

March 30th, 2020

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At my last three visits he made me feel comfortable, and I feel confidante with him.

December 11th, 2019

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I’ve seen Dr Atassi for about 5 years. He knows what he’s doing After visiting with several doctors, Dr Atassi insisted that I had gallstones while the other doctors didn’t agree. He referred me to Dr Joyce because I had gastric bypass years ago and I definitely had gallstones. He’s a very gental doctor who really cares.

December 7th, 2019

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MY HUSBAND HAS HAVING ULCER PROBLEMS AND JUST A PHONE CALL TO THE OFFICE AND HIS GIRL IN THE OFFICE IS EXCELLENT IN GETTING YOU IN TO SEE THE DR VERY FAST, AND HE SETS UP WHATEVER IS NEEDED IMMEDIATELY TO HELP WITH THE PAIN. VERY HAPPY WITH DOC.

November 14th, 2019

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Dr. Atassi has provided exceptional professional care for me over the past few years. I will continue to have him provide care for me in the future.

October 29th, 2019

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Dr. is amazing. He has helped me through the ups and downs of my condition. Professional, caring and knowlegable. He takes the time to answer all of mine and my husbands questions and in return explains all that is happening to my body. HIGHLY RECOMMEND Dr. ATTASI.

August 16th, 2019

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Dr Atassi has helped me through some difficult times and procedures and has been great and patient and understanding A+ in all aspects

July 9th, 2019

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Doctor performed a procedure in St. Joe hospital and relieved a condition that I was suffering with. He was most helpful and showed honest concern for my health and comfort. This was also displayed during my follow-up office visit today.

June 14th, 2019

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DR ATASSI HAS HELPED ME FOR YEARS.

June 8th, 2019

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I would not recommend Dr. Atassi. He was not knowledgable about my specific condition and made harsh remarks suggesting I could control the issue myself. He was more interested in rushing me into a surgery for another issue, a surgery that I didn't see as completely necessary, and would drastically lower my quality of life. Cold and uncaring.

October 20th, 2013

Ascension Saint Joseph Joliet

333 Madison StJoliet, IL 60435

Tel: (815) 725-7133

Silver Cross Hospital

1900 Silver Cross BlvdNew Lenox, IL 60451

Tel: (815) 300-1100


Dr. Tamer Atassi, MD	Dr. Darren Ballard, MD	Ji Soo Choi, APRN	Jan Seiler, APRN
Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.3 (16 Ratings)	5 (2 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
33 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Joliet , IL	Homewood , IL	SACRAMENTO , CA	Montgomery , AL
Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine	Med School: Loyola University	Med School: New York University	Med School: Georgia State University
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Abdominal Pain
Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
Celiac Disease
Colitis
Colon Cancer
Colonoscopy
Constipation
Hemorrhoids
Hepatitis C
Internal Medicine
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Ulcerative Colitis

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Mercy Hospital

Medical School

University Of Damascus Faculty Of MedicineGraduated in 1993

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Which hospitals is Dr. Tamer Atassi affiliated with?: Dr. Tamer Atassi is affiliated with Prime Healthcare Saint Joseph Medical Center Joliet, Silver Cross Hospital, and Advocate Christ Medical Center.

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