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Dr. Rahul Julka, MD

Gastroenterology, Hepatology, Internal Medicine
Accepting new patients
GIA IL Homewood 17901 Governors Hwy Ste 106, Homewood, IL 60430
(708) 816-1806

Overview
Location
Expertise
Insurance

Brief Intro

Dr. Rahul N. Julka completed his college education at Benedictine University in Lisle, IL, where he graduated with a Bachelor in Science degree in Health Sciences. He completed his medical school training and Internal Medicine residency at Loyola University Medical Center in Maywood, IL. He then completed a Transplant Hepatology fellowship at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, NE, followed by completion of his Gastroenterology fellowship at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock, AR. Following this, Dr. Julka attained ABIM board certification in the fields of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology, and Transplant Hepatology. He has worked in private practice in Illinois and Indiana since 2009. He has also served previously as an instructor for medical residents and students.

Dr. Julka’s primary interests in Gastroenterology include colon cancer screening and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). His primary interests in liver disease include acute liver failure and hepatitis C. He is an active community lecturer on topics such as hepatitis C and colon cancer screening. Dr. Julka believes in providing excellent medical care with compassion, empathy, and an individualized approach for each patient. He is trained in esophagogastroduodenoscopy, esophageal dilation, colonoscopy, colon polyp removal, and percutaneous gastrostomy tube placement.

Education Background

FELLOWSHIP

University of Nebraska Medical Center - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

RESIDENCY

Loyola University Medical Center

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Loyola University Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Location & Hours

17901 Governors Hwy Ste 106, Homewood, IL 60430
Mon:9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue:9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed:9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu:9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri:9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Sat:Closed
Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

Gastroenterology
Internal Medicine
Hepatology

Conditions Addressed

Diverticulosis
Black Stool/Melena
Celiac Disease
Cirrhosis
Constipation
Diverticulitis
Esophagitis
Gastric Cancer
Gastritis and Duodenitis
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Intestinal Obstruction
Anal Fissure
Pancreatic Cancer
Diarrhea
Food Intolerance
Gallbladder Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Ulcers
Fatty Liver
Acid Reflux
Bloating
Colitis
Anemia
Anal Fistulas
Hepatitis
Fecal Incontinence
Dysphagia
Esophageal motility disorders
Lactose Intolerance
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Cancer
Helicobacter Pylori Infection
Jaundice
Pancreatitis
Benign Polyps of the Colon
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Crohn's Disease
Barrett's esophagus
Abdominal Pain
Rectal, Abdomen, Small Intestines, or Colon Cancer
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NASH/NAFLD)

Procedures Performed

Colonoscopy
Esophageal Dilatation
Sigmoidoscopy
Polypectomy
Capsule Endoscopy
Sphincterotomy
Hemorrhoid Banding
Esophageal Manometry
Tube Placement/Replacement - PEG
Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD)
Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)

Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

Security Life
Humana
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
Cigna
Cigna-HealthSpring
Medicare
Medicaid
Community Care Alliance of Illinois
Aetna Better Health
CHAMPVA
Assurant Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Meritain Health
APWU
Health Net
State Farm
Wellcare
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas City
HealthPartners
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
Meridian Health Plan
Family Health Network

Cancer 35
Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery 35
Orthopedics 65
Neurology & Neurosurgery 48
Gastroenterology & GI Surgery 61
Pulmonology & Lung Surgery 65
Diabetes & Endocrinology 32
Children's Hospital 13
Urology 69
Psychiatry 64
Geriatrics 69
Rehabilitation 37
Obsterics & Gynecology 15
Ophthalmology 3
Ear, Nose & Throat 5
Rheumatology 2
Long Term Care 6
Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) 30