Graduated from Loyola University Chicago, Doctor of Medicine
Works at GI Associates
4.65
185 reviews
Bedside manner
4.7
Wait time
3.9
Recent reviews
Dr. Issleib was very professional, efficient, and straight forward. He did a great job of explaining things to me. I would recommend him if you are having stomach problems as I have!
April 25, 2017Olivia M.Verified patient
Doctor Issleib is an amazing professional -- knowledgable and with great bedside manor. Unfortunately, I had to cancel my follow-up appointment to to personal and other medical problems that I needed to take care of first, but I will definitely visit his office in future if needed and will recommend him to my friends and family.
March 17, 2017Volha N.Verified patient
Office location
GI Associates
368.3 mi · 5201 Willow Springs Rd, Suite 450, La Grange Highlands, IL, 60525
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Acid reflux
Colonoscopy
Upper GI endoscopy
Acid reflux
Colonoscopy
Upper GI endoscopy
More about Dr. Stuart Issleib, MD
Dr. Stuart Issleib has been a practicing, board certified gastroenterologist for the past 22 years in Chicago and the Western suburbs. His areas of expertise are in Gastroenterology, Hepatology and endoscopic procedures such as colonoscopy, upper endoscopy and ERCP. His specific interests include colorectal neoplasms, peptic ulcer disease and IBS. In 2003, Dr. Issleib was re-certified in gastroenterology with the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is an Associate Professor of Medicine/Gastroenterology at the University of Illinois. He has been a Fellow of the American College of Gastroenterology since 2005 as well as an active member in the American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. He is a 6 time winner of "The Best Doctors-Specialists in the Chicago Metropolitan Area" award from Castle and Connolly. His philosophy in medicine is that a patient should have an active role in their health and the more educated a patient is, the better chance they have for a healthy life. When not practicing Gastroenterology he enjoys golfing (11 handicap), hiking and traveling (especially in South America).
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - Loyola University Chicago, Doctor of Medicine
Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Fellowship in Gastroenterology
Practice
GI Associates
Affiliation
AMITA Health Adventist Medical Center Hinsdale
AMITA Health Adventist Medical Center La Grange
Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine
Gastroenterology (Internal Medicine)
Professional memberships
American College of Gastroenterology
American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
Illinois State Medical Society
Chicago Medical Society
American College of Physicians
Awards and publications
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
"The Best Doctors-Specialists in the Chicago Metropolitan Area," (1999, 2001, 2002, 2006, 2008, 2009) Castle and Connolly
Mercy Hospital & Medical Center Chief Resident
Recertification in Gastroenterology- 2004 - ABIM
Recertification in Gastroenterology- 2014 - ABIM
Background
Languages spoken
English
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1497740393
Stuart Issleib does not participate in Zocdoc to offer online booking at this time
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.65
Wait time
3.88
Bedside manner
4.72
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185 reviews
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Accommodating in scheduling my next appointment, seemed to lay out pros and cons of decisions to be made, friendly guy.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
He's great, caring and to the point! I would highly recommend him and he made me feel very welcome and comfortable!
October 27, 2016Srimoyee C.Verified patient
My Ob/Gyne recommended Dr. Issleib and I have been very happy with him. Easy colonoscopy, great follow up.
November 1, 2016Deborah B.Verified patient
Excellent in his field of work. Allows time for discussion and questions. Have recommended him many times.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Very professional! I feel vey confident on his skills. Looking forward for my next appointment.
June 16, 2015Diana Y.Verified patient
One of the best doctor's I have seen yet. Very nice and really wants to help his patients out.
January 29, 2015Samantha N.Verified patient
Very nice Dr. Answered all my questions thoroughly. Staff was very courteous as well.
June 13, 2014Initials hidden
I recommend him without reservation. He was one of the best physicians I've ever seen.
More than 1 year agoJM
Excellent physician. Doesn't rush through the appointment. Great experience.
October 18, 2016Barbara W.Verified patient
Very knowledgeable and highly professional - would recommend him to anyone.
October 3, 2013Initials hidden
I thought him and see we're wonderful I would recommend them to my friends
September 30, 2013Kelly H.Verified patient
Long wait time but good experience with Dr. Issleib when he met with us.
July 30, 2015Zhao H.Verified patient
My visit was straight and to the point the staff was very professional
March 8, 2016Lisa R.Verified patient
Dr Issleib very good Doctor, you can not find a better one than him
December 6, 2012Vancuong A.Verified patient
Alway wonderful!!!!!! Dr Issleib is the best he care about people.
May 7, 2013Tonya A.Verified patient
Dr. Issleib is a great doctor - really knows his profession
March 19, 2013Initials hidden
He is amazing!!! Fit me in for a procedure very quickly
June 4, 2015Michelle S.Verified patient
Great but he needs to believe deeply in Hope and Change!
February 19, 2014Kenneth M.Verified patient
As always, helpful and patient with answering questions.
September 18, 2012Barbara W.Verified patient
Very pleasant doctor. Good staff. The hospital is old.
December 1, 2015Alex B.Verified patient
I strongly recommend doctor he makes you feel at ease.
August 10, 2012Colleen S.Verified patient
Friedly and very accommodative. Well worth the wait.
September 27, 2012David S.Verified patient
I would like to give Dr.Issleib 10 stars
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September 30, 2013Slobodan M.Verified patient
Very thorough, friendly & obviously knowledgeable !
May 3, 2012Timothy F.Verified patient
A most excellent Doctor.
January 19, 2022William D.Verified patient
Dr. Issleib was very professional, efficient, and straight forward. He did a great job of explaining things to me. I would recommend him if you are having stomach problems as I have!
April 25, 2017Olivia M.Verified patient
Doctor Issleib is an amazing professional -- knowledgable and with great bedside manor. Unfortunately, I had to cancel my follow-up appointment to to personal and other medical problems that I needed to take care of first, but I will definitely visit his office in future if needed and will recommend him to my friends and family.
March 17, 2017Volha N.Verified patient
Seems like the doctor ran the same series of tests I have already had simply to charge insurance. No results of multiple tests showed anything new or valuable. I feel like my time and money were wasted and I got no results.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
An excellent doctor. He is very thorough, answers all your questions, and is very personable along with being very professional. The endoscopy he performed, was so well done that I did not have any side effects that are normally complained about by people who have had the same procedure elsewhere. Would highly recommend him.
February 18, 2017Initials hidden
This was my second office visit to review test results with Dr. Issleib. All my tests were scheduled in a timely manner, and completed very efficiently and professionally. The intake personal and nurses in the out patient surgery center were helpful, compassionate, and professional. Dr. Issleib had all the resulted to review with me at the time of my follow up appointment. Dr. Issleib is continuing to work with me to help me come up with a treatment plan that will help me solve my medical problems. I can't thank Dr. Issleib and his staff for all their great medical care.
December 29, 2016Kathleen P.Verified patient
Dr. Issleib is very thorough and extremely nice.
More than 1 year agoLydia D.Verified patient
No wait time, I registered, then was called right back. Dr. Issleib was very professional and very knowledgeable. After reviewing the medical records I brought in, we discussed several items, and decisions were made on testing and procedures. I accomplished more in one office visit with Dr. Issleib than I have in six months with my previous G.I. physician . Would recommend this physician to anyone looking for a good G.I. doctor.
December 8, 2016Kathleen P.Verified patient
Awesome professional
September 1, 2016Seshasayee M.Verified patient
Dr. Issleib was very kind, and caring.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
I think he is great.
May 17, 2016Colleen S.Verified patient
Minimal wait time, and Dr. Issleib was friendly and knowledgable. My lab results also came out the next day, and Dr. Issleib called me directly to notify me of my results.
April 15, 2016Michael T.Verified patient
Very professional and a nice atmosphere.
April 21, 2016John S.Verified patient
Dr. Isslieb is one of my favorite doctors. He cares about his patients, he knows you by name, and he explains everything to you and answers all of your questions. You do not feel rushed. He takes his time. Again, he cares. That's important.
March 17, 2016Drema W.Verified patient
HE IS GREAT!!!!
March 11, 2016Lisa W.Verified patient
Dr. Issleib and his staff are a wonder. His treatments fixed the issues I went to see him for. He did two procedures on me and I couldn't be happier with his treatment.
March 4, 2016Initials hidden
very personable and concern
More than 1 year agoJoyce G.Verified patient
Great appointment.
November 19, 2015Jennifer B.Verified patient
Although I was told the doctor runs behind i came to find this untrue..after I was checked in was called back quite fast (within 15 min). Friendly staff and doctor was great.
November 24, 2015Kate O.Verified patient
I highly recommend Dr. Issleib!
November 10, 2015Shelley D.Verified patient
He's is very helpful and nice.
October 27, 2015Ali N.Verified patient
He rushed me through so fast my head was spinning. I couldn't even ask all my questions nor give all my symptoms. When I told him I wanted to ask him some questions he told me hurry up you have 2 minutes. My appt lasted 2 minutes. I'm paying for this appointment time. He was rude and not helpful. I will not be returning. I do not recommend him. Usually the wait time is an hour to 2 hours.
September 25, 2015Karen L.Verified patient
I just didn't like to wait after my appointment was rescheduled, initially was for 9:30 am was moved to 9:00 am and the doctor saw me at 9:35 am. Other that that everything was excellent.
October 27, 2015Initials hidden
Dr. Issleib is really good explaining about your illness and the treatment. However, it is extremely hard to follow up with him because simply his assistant does not pick up the phone. I tried to call at least twice a week -once 7 times a day-, and left a voice message twice, but no one called me back. He seems a good doctor but there was no response outside of his office.
August 12, 2015Initials hidden
Dr. Issleib was quick and kind. He made me feel at ease and was able to get several procedures completes in the matter of weeks. I highly recommend him if you want compassion and quick answers!
More than 1 year agoChristina U.Verified patient
I appreciate Dr. Issleib's method and bedside manner. I would only caution people to come with plenty of of time to wait. I also think his assistant can be quite brusque.
September 3, 2015Zhao H.Verified patient
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Frequently asked questions
Which hospital is Dr. Stuart Issleib affiliated with?
Dr. Stuart Issleib is affiliated with AMITA Health Adventist Medical Center Hinsdale and AMITA Health Adventist Medical Center La Grange.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stuart Issleib have?
Dr. Stuart Issleib is certified by American Board of Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology (Internal Medicine).
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Stuart Issleib?
Dr. Stuart Issleib frequently sees patients for Colon Cancer Screening, Colonoscopy, Diarrhea, Gastroenterology Consultation, and Hemorrhoids. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Stuart Issleib on their profile.
How do patients rate Dr. Stuart Issleib in reviews?
185 patients have reviewed Dr. Stuart Issleib. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.65/5. They have a 4.72/5 rating for bedside manner and a 3.88/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.