Dr. Nazneen S. Ahmed M.D., Gastroenterologist
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Dr. Nazneen S. Ahmed M.D.

Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology

4/5(9)
Libertyville Illinois, 60048
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About

Nazneen S. Ahmed, MD, is a gastroenterologist working at Gastroenterology Consultants of Libertyville, a private practice located in Libertyville, Illinois. Dr. Ahmed also serves on staff at Advocate Hospital and Lake Forest Hospital focusing her practice on internal medicine and gastroenterology, a field that is concerned with the digestive system and its disorders. She studied for her medical degree at Dhaka Medical College and Hospital (DMCH), which is a medical college located in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Upon graduating in 1981, she completed her internship at Prince George�s Hospital Center, her residency at Cook County Hospital, and her fellowship at John Stroger Hospital. Dr. Ahmed is certified in gastroenterology by the American Board of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology and is a member of the American Gastroenterological Association and the American College of Physicians.

Education and Training

Dhaka University Medical Center

Mymensingh Med Coll, Mymensingh, Bangladesh 1981

Dhaka Med Coll, Dhaka Univ, Bangladesh Medical

Board Certification

American Board of Internal Medicine- Gastroenterology

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology

Provider Details

Male Hindi, Bengali 44 years of experience
Dr. Nazneen S. Ahmed M.D.
Dr. Nazneen S. Ahmed M.D.'s Expert Contributions
  • My food gets stuck in the throat. What could be the reason for this?

    There can be several reasons for food getting stuck in your esophagus or food pipe. If you have acid reflux, this can happen at times and resolve with drinking water. You may also have another infection like yeast that happens with diabetes. You should consult a gastroenterologist for an upper Endoscopy where one can look inside for further evaluation. In the worst case, sometimes there may be obstruction from inflammation or tumor. So, it is better to see your doctor ASAP. READ MORE

  • Can stress cause bowel disturbances in people?

    Yes, stress can cause severe bowel problems in patients with anxiety. Young females are more prone to abdominal pain and constipation.There are hormones released from the brain that can affect the nerves in your gut. You can read about irritable bowel syndrome online. Consult a gastroenterologist if the symptoms worsen. READ MORE

  • What are the natural ways to improve digestion?

    Flatulence is very common in young women. It depends on what you eat. A natural way of avoiding excess gas is avoiding certain foods like high sugar-containing fruits and vegetables. You can look up the FODMAP diet on the internet and try to avoid those items. Also, buy some probiotics and take a few times a week. Hope it helps. READ MORE

  • What is the cause of loss of appetite in my mother?

    Loss of appetite in elderly patients can be from multiple conditions. Your mom's complaint of feeling bloated easily could be related to her diabetes as well as kidney disease. She could have Gastroparesis, which is associated with diabetes when the stomach does not empty in 2-4 hrs. In any case, she needs to have an upper endoscopy for further evaluation of her symptoms. You have to consult a gastroenterologist who will be able schedule that. READ MORE

  • I very often have heartburn. Are there natural ways to manage it?

    Heartburn is a very common symptom for one out of four people. It is better to follow some antireflux measures as follows: - Do not eat late meals at night - Eat at least 2-3 hrs before you go to bed - Avoid excess coffee, mint, chocolate - Don’t wear tight clothes after a meal and try to sit up for at least 2 hrs. You can try antacids as needed. Also, find out from your experience what food triggers the heart burn like tomato, fried foods etc. Every morning, drink a glass of water with lime juice. I hope those help. READ MORE

  • Bleeding after a colonoscopy - is it normal?

    Bleeding after colonoscopy happens in approximately 5 out of 1000 procedures. If you are on Aspirin or any other NSAIDs like Ibuprofen you are at risk of post polypectomy bleeding. Also if you take any blood thinners like Plavix or Warfarin you are at risk as well . Your doctor will address the issue after the colonoscopy and usually the discharge nurse are supposed to give you the post polypectomy instructions READ MORE

Areas of expertise and specialization

GastroenterologyInternal Medicine

Treatments

  • Barrett's Esophagus, Colonoscopy, Endoscopic Ultrasound And More
  • Anemia
  • Acid Reflux
  • Diarrhea
  • Colon Polyps
  • Gastritis
  • Pain
  • H. Pylori

Professional Memberships

  • Member American Medical Association 
  • Member Illinois State Medical Society 
  • Member Lake County Medical Society 
  • Member American College of Physicians 
  • Member ` 

Internships

  • Prince Georges Hospital Center

Fellowships

  • John Stroger hospital

Professional Society Memberships

  • American Gastroenterological Asociation, American College of Physicians

What do you attribute your success to?

  • Hard Work, Working with Patients

Dr. Nazneen S. Ahmed M.D.'s Practice location

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Libertyville, Illinois 60048
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Patient Experience with Dr. Ahmed


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Dr. Nazneen S. Ahmed M.D. has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 9 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Gastroenterologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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