GASTROENTEROLOGY AND DIGESTIVE HEALTH

GI Doctor in Winnetka, IL · Serving the North Shore

Consult with a Mayo Clinic–trained, board-certified gastroenterologist for digestive symptoms, colonoscopy, and colorectal cancer screening.

Thoughtful evaluation for new or unresolved symptoms.

Now accepting new patients. Consultations available within two weeks.

Colonoscopy screening starting at age 45.
Early detection saves lives.

How Can We Help You Today?

Experiencing Symptoms?

  • Persistent bloating or abdominal pain

  • Reflux or heartburn

  • Changes in bowel habits

  • Blood in stool

  • Nausea or unexplained symptoms

If symptoms haven’t improved or answers have been unclear, a focused evaluation can help identify the underlying cause.

Focused on Prevention?

  • Colonoscopy screening (starting at age 45)

  • Family history of colorectal cancer

  • Personal history of polyps

  • Inflammatory bowel disease or increased cancer risk

Colonoscopy allows for early detection and removal of precancerous polyps, helping prevent colorectal cancer before it develops.

When procedures are recommended, colonoscopy and endoscopy are performed by Dr. Murad at an affiliated endoscopy center.

Meet Dr. Murad

Dr. Faris Murad is a board-certified interventional gastroenterologist and founder of Santé. He completed an advanced endoscopy fellowship at Mayo Clinic and served as faculty at Washington University in St. Louis. His approach goes beyond symptom management. Every evaluation is guided by a commitment to identifying underlying causes and defining clear, individualized next steps.

Why Santé for Gastroenterology

Gastroenterology care led by Dr. Faris Murad, a Mayo Clinic–trained, board-certified interventional gastroenterologist with deep experience in both complex and routine digestive conditions.

  • A comprehensive, physician-led approach beyond symptoms

  • Thoughtful, thorough evaluation without time constraints

  • Focus on underlying causes, not just managing symptoms

  • Clinical judgment guiding testing and procedures decisions

  • Coordinated from consultation through treatment

Serving Chicago’s North Shore, including Winnetka, Wilmette, Glencoe, and Northbrook.

Conditions We Evaluate and Treat

For patients with persistent or unexplained symptoms, evaluation often extends beyond routine consultation, including review of prior workups and more advanced diagnostic approaches when appropriate.

We also provide comprehensive care across a range of gastrointestinal conditions.

Common digestive concerns

  • GERD (acid reflux)

  • Bloating and abdominal pain

  • Gastritis and indigestion

  • Functional dyspepsia

  • Nausea or early satiety

  • Excess gas / belching

Motility and functional disorders

  • IBS

  • SIBO

  • Constipation

  • Diarrhea

  • Esophagitis

  • Gastroparesis

Inflammatory and autoimmune conditions

  • Celiac disease

  • Gluten-related disorders

  • Esophagitis

  • Microscopic colitis

Liver and metabolic conditions

  • Fatty liver disease

  • Anemia and nutrient deficiencies

Advanced and complex GI conditions

  • Barrett’s esophagus

  • Dysphagia

  • GI bleeding

  • Diverticulitis

  • Peptic ulcer disease

  • Pancreatitis

  • Polyps

  • Hiatal hernia

Advanced diagnostic and therapeutic evaluation is incorporated when appropriate.

Care is focused on identifying underlying causes and defining clear, individualized next steps.

Digestive symptoms are common.
Living without answers doesn’t have to be.

Schedule Your Consultation

Experiencing digestive symptoms or ready to discuss colorectal cancer screening? Our team will connect you directly with Dr. Murad.