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Address
9921 Southwest Hwy
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
Phone
708-425-9456Hours
Closed. Opens Thur at 9 AMQuick Facts
- Virtual Telemedicine Visits Available, Call For Details
- Board Certified Gastroenterologists
- Currently Accepting New Patients
- Most Insurance Plans Accepted
- Performs Colonoscopies
Locations
Oak Lawn, IL
Gastroenterology in Oak Lawn, IL
Oak Lawn, IL
9921 Southwest Hwy
Closed. Opens Thur at 9 AM
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About Thomas Arndt, M.D.
Education:
Under Graduate Education:
Loyola University-Chicago, Bachelor of Science in Biology summa cum laude 1977
Medical Education:
Doctor of Medicine cum laude, Loyola University of Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine, Maywood, IL 1980
Member of Alpha Omega Alpha – National Honor Society
Post-Graduate Training:
Internship-Internal Medicine, Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood, IL 1980-1981
Residency-Internal Medicine, Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood, IL 1981-1983
Chief Resident 1982-1983
Fellowship – Gastroenterology, Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood, IL 1983-1985
Chief Gastroenterology Fellow 1984-1985
Board Certifications:
Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine 1983
Subspecialty Board of Gastroenterology, American Board of Internal Medicine 1985
Medical Societies:
American Medical Association, American Gastroenterology Association, American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, Chicago Society for Gastroenterology
Other Interests:
Dr. Arndt enjoys all areas of gastroenterology with a special interest in colon cancer. He is a member of several professional societies, is the medical director of the GI procedure center of Advocate Christ Medical Center and serves as a leader of several hospital committees. His philosophy is to not only strive for excellence in the practice of medicine but also concerned and compassionate patient care.
Topics
- Abdominal Pain
- Anal/Rectal Bleeding
- Bloating
- Blood in the Stool
- Bowel Incontinence
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
- Nausea
- Unexplained Weight Gain/Loss
- Vomiting
- Yellowing of the Skin/Eyes
- Acid Reflux
- Anal Fissure
- Anemia/Iron Deficiency
- Barrett's Esophagus
- Biliary Obstruction
- C. Difficile Colitis
- Celiac Disease
- Colitis
- Colon Cancer
- Colorectal Polyps
- Crohn's Disease
- Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome (CVS)
- Diverticulitis
- Diverticulosis
- Dysphagia
- Encopresis
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- Esophageal Motility Disorder
- Esophagitis
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Fistula
- Food Intolerance
- Gallbladder Disease
- Gastritis
- GERD
- Helicobacter Pylori
- Hemorrhoids
- Hepatitis
- Hiatal Hernia
- Ileitis
- Impacted Bowel
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Jaundice
- Lactose Intolerance
- Liver Cirrhosis
- Non-alcoholic Steatohepatitis
- Pancreatitis
- Peptic Ulcers
- Primary Biliary Cholangitis
- Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Abdominal Ultrasound
- Anorectal Manometry
- Argon Laser Therapy
- Capsule Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy
- EGD
- Endoscopic Mucosal Resection
- Enteroscopy
- Esophageal Dilation
- ERCP
- Esophageal Manometry
- Feeding Tube Insertion (PEG)
- FibroScan®
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
- Hemorrhoid Banding
- Infusion Therapy (IV Infusion)
- Sphincterotomy
Reviews
I think I can speak for most when saying that no one looks forward to their colonoscopy however Dr. Arndt makes the process from start to finish easy and stress free! I've had two other dr's in the past and Dr. Arndt is by far the best! He has the best bedside manner! His staff was outstanding! Would highly recommend! 10/10!
Dr Arndt is the perfect doctor for putting you at ease. Makes you comfortable for a slightly uncomfortable procedure. Thank you, Dr Arndt for you caring demeanor.
Dr. Arendt is always so compassionate and takes his time explaining everything to you. He is so kind and makes you feel comfortable about your procedure or what is going on. Absolutely love him and his staff.
Great nurses and doctors
I had an excellent experience. Everyone was extremely professional and very kind. I highly recommend Dr. Arndt. He’s extremely experienced and very reassuring.
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Total Reviews
4.9
Average Rating