Stephen Y. Chang, MD

Stephen Y. Chang, MD

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Primary Specialty

Gastroenterology

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Practice Focus Areas

Education

Medical Education:
MD, University of Wisconsin Madison School of Medicine - 1999
Residency:
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center - 2002
Fellowships:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2005

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Assistant Professor, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:
Central DuPage Hospital
Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

5.0
5.0 

600 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

August 30, 2022

5.0

Unusually sensitive listener, appreciating the nuanced pieces of my presentation. Gave consideration to ways to clinically proceed that were sound and tailored to what made sense for me as a patient. Thoughtful and clinically estute, wonderful interpersonal exchange. Grateful to have him as my physician.

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August 27, 2022

5.0

Dr Chang has been extremely thoughtful in arranging for my care, very respectful in listening to my concerns, and very knowledgeable in considering my several serious health conditions.

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August 27, 2022

5.0

Very thorough doctor, explains everything, and ask if you have questions

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August 25, 2022

5.0

Dr. Chang is an excellent and caring doctor.

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August 24, 2022

5.0

He explained the procedure fully and took time to let me ask questions.

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August 24, 2022

5.0

He is what every doc should be. Many of your other departments could learn a lot from him.

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August 24, 2022

5.0

Dr Chang explained everything in details. The staff was friendly and helpful.

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August 12, 2022

5.0

Dr. Chang is very friendly and professional. He explained all aspects of the colonoscopy clearly. Excellent physician.

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August 10, 2022

5.0

Great communication and explanation with regards to the procedure and the test results.

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August 08, 2022

5.0

I really will recommend this doctor to family members and friends this was the first time that I seen him and as what I seen? He is a very good doctor.

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August 04, 2022

5.0

He listens and goes beyond communicating with me.He knows what he is doing.

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August 03, 2022

5.0

See above. One of the best initial appointments I’ve had with any doctor.

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August 01, 2022

5.0

Always explain and respond asap

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July 22, 2022

5.0

Excellent communication, personable and unhurried.

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July 21, 2022

5.0

He knows how to explain complicated details in a way I can comprehend. I think that’s probably a similar experience his patients have.

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July 21, 2022

5.0

Dr. Chang was very kind, professional and thorough. He was nonjudgemental and very helpful. He made me feel safe and comfortable.

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July 21, 2022

5.0

He is very clear & he spleen very good

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July 20, 2022

5.0

I had never met Dr Chang but he was very professional, compassionate and concerned

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July 15, 2022

5.0

Very informative and willing to listen

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July 15, 2022

5.0

Dr Stephen Chang demonstrate understanding and kindness talking to patient. Although the encounter was short, I felt that I can put my complete trust on him.

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July 14, 2022

4.0

I understood him and he was patient with me.

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July 13, 2022

5.0

Dr. Chang is a very kind, knowledgeable, friendly, and thorough.

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July 13, 2022

5.0

He had a great bedside manner. He was thorough in his explanation and is experienced.

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July 12, 2022

5.0

Dr. Chang was very knowledgeable and personable! He put me at ease as this was my first colonoscopy. He also walked me through the procedure process and made sure all my questions were answered.

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July 11, 2022

5.0

Empathetic Knowledgeable KindSuch a pleasant demeanor Great listener Best GI doctor I have ever had.

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July 10, 2022

5.0

Very caring

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July 10, 2022

5.0

Dr Chang was unable to perform the Colonoscopy but his substitute Dr. Steveoff did an excellent job.

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July 09, 2022

5.0

thorough doctor; explained everything very well.

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July 09, 2022

5.0

Explained thoroughly the results right after procedure

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July 09, 2022

5.0

Took time to explain findings, took care in consenting and made sure I as a patient understood. Considered comorbid condition(s) and took precautions for the best outcomes. Answered all questions.

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July 09, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable, listens, addresses all questions, personable

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July 09, 2022

5.0

Very nice bedside manners. Very easy to talk to. And explains everything very well.

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July 08, 2022

5.0

He is very patient , knowledgeable and very thoughtful doctor

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July 06, 2022

1.0

Estoy confundido con la atención de hoy

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June 29, 2022

5.0

Very good at setting expectations, what to expect during the procedure, and future steps needed.

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June 29, 2022

5.0

Great bed side manner and very thorough

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June 24, 2022

5.0

Nice Doctor

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June 21, 2022

5.0

Attentive, informative, took the time to speak with you

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June 20, 2022

5.0

He's really good

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June 20, 2022

5.0

Dr Chang very professional.

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June 20, 2022

5.0

Dr really explained everything really talked to me so that I understood the whole procedure

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June 17, 2022

5.0

Thorough, informative, shows concern and kindness to patients. Professional.

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June 17, 2022

5.0

He gets my humor. And I appear to have survived with no ill issues like colostomy bag. One of life's slings and arrows of outrageous fortune.

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June 17, 2022

5.0

Recommend as a expert GI dr

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June 16, 2022

5.0

He is so knowledgeable, nice, personable and patient. I wish all my doctors were like Dr. Chang.

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June 15, 2022

5.0

He was responsive, professional and kind

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June 13, 2022

5.0

I think Dr. S. Chang is concerned and interested in my condition / illness. His bedside manner is pleasant and he listens well.

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June 12, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable, thorough, kind, personable.

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June 11, 2022

5.0

He had the best 'Best bedside manner'! He made it so easy.

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June 09, 2022

5.0

Dr. Chang has a great patient manner and really put me at ease about my procedure.

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June 08, 2022

5.0

Very friendly, thorough care.

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June 08, 2022

5.0

He was nice and laid back.

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June 08, 2022

5.0

Doctor Chang was very nice he went over everything step by step. I like that typo of Doctor.

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June 07, 2022

5.0

Very personable straight talk. On time

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June 07, 2022

5.0

Good doctor

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June 07, 2022

5.0

Dr. Chang was very friendly and explained the entire procedure in a way that my wife and I could understand and that was efficient. He spoke to my wife to explain the results of the procedure and coordinate her arrival. His report in My Chart was excellent.

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June 07, 2022

5.0

Excellent bedside manner.Answers all your questions and concerns.Great reputation.

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June 07, 2022

5.0

amiable, thorough, clear

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June 07, 2022

5.0

Exceedingly skilled and pays attention yo detail. Listened carefully to my concerns and addressed them. Dr Chang is a compassionate physician with a high level pf professionalism. One feels safe in hos hands. Trustworthy!

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June 04, 2022

5.0

Dr Chang did an excellent job explaining the procedure and an even better job performing it

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June 03, 2022

5.0

Superb clinician with excellent bedside manner and surgical skills. Genuinely nice human being

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June 03, 2022

5.0

So professional and thorough

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June 02, 2022

5.0

Dr. Chang takes his time and listens to my symptoms I’m having to figure out what is best for me. We came up with a plan of action to work on my symptoms I have been having and we will talk thought my chart. I feel good about our plan.

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June 01, 2022

5.0

He Is Thorough And Anxious To Help The Patient!

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June 01, 2022

5.0

He took the time to meet me before the procedure to explain and answer any questions. Then after the procedure he gave me my results and even called my husband with the results!

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May 30, 2022

5.0

Seams team all working together

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May 29, 2022

4.0

Very professional and courteous.

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May 29, 2022

5.0

Great clinical bedside manner. Makes you very relax pre procedure. Very approachable.

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May 26, 2022

5.0

Dr. Chang listen to me answered all my questions I left her reassured I was in good hands

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May 26, 2022

5.0

One of the finest gastrelogisti have ever been too.

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May 24, 2022

5.0

Great bedside manner! Great communication! Honors both myself and my husband.

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May 24, 2022

5.0

He was kind, professional, and felt confident in his care

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May 24, 2022

5.0

personal attention, took my specific questions and concerns into account,

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May 23, 2022

5.0

As someone who is chronically ill when I find a doctor who cares and listens I feel so much more comfortable and truly appreciate their time.

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May 22, 2022

5.0

Very professional and spent time with me.

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May 21, 2022

5.0

Dr Chang is very intent on getting all the facts from his patient He doesn’t rush you and allows you to feel very very comfortable asking questions. I’m so grateful to have him as a doctor

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May 19, 2022

5.0

Listened carefully. Was very understandable.

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May 18, 2022

5.0

Excellent care by doctor

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May 17, 2022

5.0

Quality care

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May 17, 2022

5.0

he seemed to be willing to take time to talk to me.

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May 17, 2022

5.0

Dr Chang is an excellent doctor Also the nurses were excellent too.

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May 17, 2022

5.0

Could not have been kinder or more thorough.

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May 16, 2022

5.0

Dr. Chang has a great bedside manor. No attitude. Listened closely to my concerns. Made suggestions. Ordered tests. Bonus...I was put on a cancellation list, and my appointment got moved up quickly. Definitely a 10.

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May 16, 2022

5.0

Dr. Chang was very thorough and very calm with the procedure. I felt very comfortable with his care.

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May 16, 2022

5.0

Very caring and thorough

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May 16, 2022

5.0

Very kind person and explains everything yo me very good and put attention of every thing in my medical condition

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May 16, 2022

5.0

Great doctor. Very thorough!

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May 15, 2022

5.0

Professional, very considerate, knowledgeable

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May 14, 2022

5.0

He explained everything very well to me and also my wife on the phone. I can fully trust Dr. Chang and his staff.

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May 14, 2022

5.0

Top-class service.

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May 13, 2022

5.0

Good communicator and bed side manner

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May 13, 2022

5.0

He is a wonderful doc.Kept me informed on my procedure & answered all my questions.

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May 13, 2022

5.0

On time. Genuine guidance. I have no complaints.

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May 13, 2022

5.0

Extremely professional and personable.

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May 13, 2022

4.0

He was personable when we met. Said he would come speak with me after the procedure but didn't. He did not maintain his promise. He sent the student.

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May 11, 2022

5.0

Dr. Chang takes the time to explain in terms I understand. He is patient and caring.

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May 10, 2022

5.0

Informative. Easy to converse with. Kind

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May 10, 2022

5.0

Competent, informative care

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May 10, 2022

5.0

He did not rush me and spent all the time needed for the visit

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May 09, 2022

5.0

He was courteous, put you at ease, seems to be very attentive to your complaints; explained the reason for my procedure and appears to be very knowledgeable in his field

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Disclosures

Stephen Y. Chang, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.

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