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Dr. Kiranmai Gorla, MD is a pediatric gastroenterologist in Hoffman Estates, IL specializing in pediatric gastroenterology. She graduated from Andhra Medical College in 2002 and has 22 years of experience. Dr. Kiranmai Gorla, MD is affiliated with Ascension, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, University of Illinois Hospital and Health Sciences System, Private Practice, Loyola Medicine, Advocate Children's Hospital - Park Ridge, Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Advocate Children's Hospital - Oak Lawn, NorthShore, Advocate Christ Medical Center, Advocate Health Care, Ascension Saint Alexius and Ascension Alexian Brothers.
1555 North Barrington Road Suite 3350
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
1675 Dempster Street Yacktman 3rd Floor
Park Ridge, IL 60068
1801 West Taylor Street Suite 2e
Chicago, IL 60612
2160 S First Avenue
Maywood, IL 60153
3232 Lake Avenue 2nd Floor
Wilmette, IL 60091
Gastrointestinal Problems (Digestive Disorders)
The gastrointestinal system, or GI tract, is the name given to a collection of organs that work together to digest food. These organs fit together in a long tube, running from the mouth to the anus, and include the esophagus, stomach, and intestines, among others. With so many parts working together, complicated by today's busy lifestyles and diets, digestive problems are common. As many as 1 in 3 Americans have a digestive or GI disorder. There are a huge variety of digestive problems, but the most common are IBS, constipation, GERD, hemorrhoids, and ulcers.
IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, happens when the muscles surrounding the colon contract too easily or frequently. The result is abdominal pain, cramps, diarrhea or constipation, gas and bloating. IBS attacks can often be brought on by specific triggers, so a key part of treatment is learning which foods trigger IBS attacks and avoiding them. Treatment also includes exercise, avoiding stress, and medications if needed.
Constipation, or large, hard, or infrequent stools, happens to everyone at some point. It can be caused by a disruption in routine or food, or by eating a diet without many fresh fruits and vegetables. Although it is uncomfortable, constipation is common and usually not serious, but it can sometimes become chronic. Adding fiber to the diet, exercising, and taking medications may help.
GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a severe form of chronic heartburn where stomach acid spills back up into the esophagus. Left untreated, the acid may even eat away at the esophagus and cause serious damage. Treatment includes changing the diet to avoid trigger foods, losing weight if needed, medications, or even surgery.
Hemorrhoids are blood vessels around the rectum that become irritated, swollen or torn while straining during a bowel movement. They are most often caused by constipation, but can also be caused by pregnancy, diarrhea, or simply a genetic predisposition towards hemorrhoids. Treatment involves first treating any constipation issues, then keeping the area clean and soothed until it has healed. If these measures are ineffective, surgery is sometimes used.
Peptic ulcers are sores or spots of inflammation in the lining of the stomach or close to the stomach in the small intestine. Usually this area is coated with a protective lining that shields the tissue from the strong stomach acid, but a break in the lining can let acid in, causing the sores. It used to be thought that stress caused ulcers, but now it is known that is not the case. Most often, they are caused by an infection by H. pylori bacteria, but ulcers can also be caused by alcohol abuse or overuse of aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or other NSAIDS. The symptoms of an ulcer are pain, hunger, nausea, and fatigue.
Gastrointestinal problems, perhaps more than any other area, are markedly affected by lifestyle. Many disorders can be prevented or treated at least in part by eating a healthy diet high in fiber, exercising regularly, drinking enough water, and limiting alcohol intake. Still, the frequency of digestive disorders means that even the healthiest person can be affected by them. Anyone who notices blood in their stool, experiences abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, or any significant change in bowel movements should see a doctor.
Dr. Kiranmai Gorla, MD graduated from Andhra Medical College in 2002. She completed residency at MetroHealth Medical Center. She is certified by the The American Board of Pediatrics - Pediatric Gastroenterology and has a state license in Illinois.
Medical School: Andhra Medical College (2002)
Residency: MetroHealth Medical Center
Board Certification: The American Board of Pediatrics - Pediatric Gastroenterology
Licensed In: Illinois
Dr. Kiranmai Gorla, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Kiranmai Gorla, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: CIGNA Choice Fund PPO, United Healthcare Select Plus POS, Magellan Health Services, Humana HMO Premier, United Healthcare Options PPO, United Healthcare Indemnity, Humana POS, Humana National POS - Open Access, Humana HMO, Unicare PPO, Blue Choice, Aetna POS, Aetna QPOS, TRICARE Prime, Aetna Open Choice PPO, Aetna Open Access HMO, Aetna Medicare HMO, Golden Rule, Great-West Healthcare, TRICARE, Community Care Network (CCN), Aetna Open Access Aetna Select, Aetna Select, Aetna EPO, Humana National HMO, Humana National EPO, Aetna HMO, CIGNA Open Access POS, Humana ChoiceCare PPO, CIGNA PPO, Aetna Medicare PPO, United Healthcare Choice Plus PPO, WellCare, AARP, Medicare Advantage, Humana Medicare Choice PPO, Blue Advantage HMO, Blue Cross Medicare Advantage PPO, United Healthcare, Medicare, Humana, Cigna, United Healthcare Navigate HMO, First Health, Beech Street, HealthLink PPO, HealthSmart, Humana PPO, Aetna, CIGNA Open Access Plus POS, PHCS PPO, CHAMPVA, MultiPlan PPO, SEIU - Local 4 PPO, Union Medical Care PPO, AAH UMR Select - Team Member Plan, HST Care Connect EPO, United Surest (previously Bind), Blue Cross HMO Illinois, Union Health Services, Inc., Blue Cross Med Select PPO, Benefits Services and Systems, Inc, FirstHealth, BCBS Commercial PPO, Blue Precision HMO, Provider Network of America (PNOA), AAH UMR Preferred - Team Member Plan, UFCW Local 1546 Health and Welfare Fund (UMC), Blue Cross Community FHP, SEIU - Local 4 HMO, Meridian MMAI, Meridian, HST Care Connect PPO, Zing Health, Blue Cross Community MMAI, BlueCare Direct HMO, Benefit Plan Administrators (BPA), SIHO PPO and Blue Cross Medicare Supplement PPO.
According to our sources, Dr. Kiranmai Gorla, MD accepts the following insurance providers:
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Kiranmai Gorla, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$1,018
FASENRA $1,018 |
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$716
Kanuma $716 |
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$400
Dexilant $400 |
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$135
Lotronex $111 |
$24 |
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$133
DUPIXENT $133 |
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$255
XIFAXAN - 550 MG $31 |
XIFIXAN $29 |
Humira $27 |
(820) Cholbam $24 |
XIFAXAN 550 MG TABLETS $21 |
Other $123 |
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Dr. Kiranmai Gorla, MD has received 21 research payments totaling $30,739.
Dr. Kiranmai Gorla specializes in pediatric gastroenterology and practices in Wilmette, IL, Park Ridge, IL, and Chicago, IL. Her clinical interests include diarrhea, crohn's disease, and celiac disease. Aetna EPO, Blue California, and Coventry appears to be the insurance carriers that Dr. Gorla takes. For her residency, Dr. Gorla trained at MetroHealth Medical Center. In addition to English, Dr. Gorla (or staff) speaks Telugu, Kannada, and Hindi. She is affiliated with the University of Illinois Hospital and Health Sciences System, Ascension, and Advocate Health Care.
