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Dr. Leila Kia, MD

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(Leila Kia, MD)

(54 Ratings)

Specializes in: Gastroenterology (Digestive System), General Practice and Internal Medicine (Adult Medicine)

Georgetown University School of Medicine (2009)

Professional interests include: gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders), colon polyps, acid reflux (GERD), and more.

259 E Erie Street Lavin Family Pavilion, Suite 1600
Chicago, IL 60611

(847) 535-6083

Dr. Leila Kia, MD is a gastroenterologist in Chicago, IL specializing in gastroenterology (digestive system), general practice and internal medicine (adult medicine). She graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine in 2009 and has 17 years of experience. Dr. Leila Kia, MD is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern Medical Group (NMG) and Northwestern Medicine Digestive Health Center.

Office Locations

259 E Erie Street Lavin Family Pavilion, Suite 1600
Chicago, IL 60611

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4309 W Medical Center Drive Suite B301
McHenry, IL 60050

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676 N Saint Clair Suite 1400
Chicago, IL 60611

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Some issues Dr. Leila Kia, MD can help you with:

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.

In The News

“"Bloating refers to a person's sensation of abdominal fullness," said Leila Kia, M.D., an associate professor of medicine at the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago and...”—"Here's why you're bloated - and what to do about the common digestive condition", Fox News, February 2024

“"If things are open, and there's no blockages, there's no narrowings, things are going to go through just fine," said academic gastroenterologist Dr. Leila Kia, an associate professor of medicine...”—"What happens after you swallow gum?", CNN, September 2023

"Wireless Monitoring Informs Acid Reflux Therapy Measuring acid reflux with a wireless electrode can help clinicians determine if patients can stop taking proton pump inhibitors, a medication...", Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Leila Kia, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 25%

By Volume:

colonoscopy with biopsy

colonoscopy with lesion removal

endoscopy

gastrointestinal biopsy

In 2012, Dr. Leila Kia, MD performed more colonoscopy with biopsy, colonoscopy with lesion removal, endoscopy, and gastrointestinal biopsy procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of providers in related specialties within Illinois.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Leila Kia, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Chicago, IL during 2012 were hospital care, inpatient care and outpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Leila Kia, MD for Medicare patients.

hospital care	118
inpatient care	105
outpatient care	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Leila Kia, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Chicago, IL during 2013 were hospital care, inpatient care and outpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Leila Kia, MD for Medicare patients.

hospital care	386
inpatient care	290
outpatient care	96

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Leila Kia, MD.

**Gender**
Male	69
Female	123

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	102
Black	70
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	62
From 75 to 84	54
85 and over	29
Less than 65	47

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Leila Kia, MD in 2013

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	13
Ischemic Heart Disease	53
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	55
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	20
Heart Failure	39
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	27
Diabetes	42
Dementia	20
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Leila Kia, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Chicago, IL during 2016 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Leila Kia, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	27
hospital care	13
inpatient care	13

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Leila Kia, MD.

**Gender**
Male	19
Female	37

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	28
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	29
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Leila Kia, MD in 2016

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	43
Asthma	30
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	34
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Leila Kia, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Chicago, IL during 2017 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Leila Kia, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	125
doctor visit	98
gastrointestinal procedures	169
hospital care	35
inpatient care	35
minimally invasive procedures	169
preventive care	24
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	125

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Leila Kia, MD.

**Gender**
Male	88
Female	135

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	128
Black	52
Hispanic	19
Asian	13
Other	11
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	124
From 75 to 84	50
85 and over	16
Less than 65	33

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Leila Kia, MD in 2017

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	36
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	32
Dementia	9
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Leila Kia, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Chicago, IL during 2018 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), minimally invasive procedures, diagnostic procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Leila Kia, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	192
doctor visit	168
gastrointestinal procedures	192
hospital care	22
inpatient care	22
minimally invasive procedures	192
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	192

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Leila Kia, MD.

**Gender**
Male	84
Female	180

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	144
Black	58
Hispanic	39
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	140
From 75 to 84	62
85 and over	15
Less than 65	47

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Leila Kia, MD in 2018

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	30
Dementia	10
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Leila Kia, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Chicago, IL during 2019 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Leila Kia, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	263
doctor visit	182
gastrointestinal procedures	323
hospital care	72
injections	18
inpatient care	72
minimally invasive procedures	323
preventive care	14
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	263

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Leila Kia, MD.

**Gender**
Male	139
Female	230

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	196
Black	105
Hispanic	39
Asian	17
Other	12
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	184
From 75 to 84	90
85 and over	22
Less than 65	73

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Leila Kia, MD in 2019

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	39
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	37
Dementia	10
Cancer	18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Leila Kia, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Chicago, IL during 2020 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Leila Kia, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	197
doctor visit	65
gastrointestinal procedures	209
hospital care	25
inpatient care	25
minimally invasive procedures	209
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	197

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Leila Kia, MD.

**Gender**
Male	104
Female	169

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	154
Black	64
Hispanic	24
Asian	13
Other	18
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	154
From 75 to 84	66
85 and over	12
Less than 65	41

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Leila Kia, MD in 2020

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	27
Dementia	10
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Leila Kia, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Chicago, IL during 2021 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Leila Kia, MD for Medicare patients.

balloon dilation	17
diagnostic procedures	268
doctor visit	153
esophageal dilation	17
gastrointestinal procedures	314
hospital care	63
injections	12
inpatient care	63
minimally invasive procedures	314
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	268

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Leila Kia, MD.

**Gender**
Male	114
Female	248

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	227
Black	82
Hispanic	25
Asian	13
Other	15
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	180
From 75 to 84	106
85 and over	20
Less than 65	56

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Leila Kia, MD in 2021

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	31
Dementia	11
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Leila Kia, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Chicago, IL during 2022 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), minimally invasive procedures, diagnostic procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Leila Kia, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	187
doctor visit	110
gastrointestinal procedures	187
hospital care	24
inpatient care	24
minimally invasive procedures	187
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	187

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Leila Kia, MD.

**Gender**
Male	79
Female	180

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	158
Black	63
Hispanic	20
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	153
From 75 to 84	71
85 and over	14
Less than 65	21

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Leila Kia, MD in 2022

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	21
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	29
Dementia	5
Cancer	19

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Leila Kia, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Leila Kia, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Chicago, IL were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

balloon dilation	17
diagnostic procedures	205
doctor visit	114
esophageal dilation	17
gastrointestinal procedures	232
hospital care	84
injections	15
inpatient care	72
minimally invasive procedures	232
outpatient care	54
preventive care	19
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	205

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Leila Kia, MD.

**Gender**
Male	77
Female	144

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	54
Asian / Pacific Islander	6
Non-Hispanic White	126
Hispanic	18
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	6

**Age**
75 to 84	55
85 and over	14
Less than 65	35
65 to 74	114

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Leila Kia, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Leila Kia, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	11
Osteoporosis	10
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	29
Atrial Fibrillation	10
Cancer	12
Dementia	8

Education & Training

Dr. Leila Kia, MD graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine in 2009. She completed residency at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University. She is certified by the Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine and has a state license in Illinois.

Medical School: Georgetown University School of Medicine (2009)

Residency: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University (2012)

Board Certification: Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine

Licensed In: Illinois

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Leila Kia, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Northwestern Medicine

Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

Northwestern Medical Group (NMG)

Northwestern Medicine Digestive Health Center

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Leila Kia, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 54 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Leila Kia, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Chicago, IL.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Leila Kia, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Salix Pharmaceuticals, Ltd	$5,201 XIFAXAN 550 MG TABLETS $306	Relistor $292	Uceris $277	$4,327
GI Supply, Inc.	$500 $500
AbbVie, Inc.	$368 Humira $177	$191
Torax Medical, Inc.	$271 LINX $271
Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America LLC	$218 Relistor $177	APRISO $18	XIFAXAN - 550 MG $12	XIFAXANIBSD $11
Other	$536 REMICADE $172	MOVANTIK $120	LINZESS $107	STELARA $28	IBSRELA $24	Other $85

**Types of Payments**
Travel and Lodging	$3,329
Food and Beverage	$2,884
Honoraria	$500
Education	$381

Biography

Dr. Leila Kia's medical specialty is general practice and gastroenterology (digestive system). Dr. Kia (or staff) speaks Spanish, French, and Persian. Dr. Kia's clinical interests include barrett's esophagus, celiac disease, and hiatal hernia. She is professionally affiliated with Northwestern Medical Group (NMG), Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, and Northwestern Memorial Hospital. She is a graduate of Georgetown University School of Medicine and a graduate of McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University's residency program. Dr. Kia is rated highly by her patients. She welcomes new patients at her office inChicago, IL as reported by Yext.