About Ioannis Economou, MD

Ioannis Economou, MD, a gastroenterologist at Endeavor Health, specializes in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. He serves as Director of the Section for Inflammatory Bowel Diseases and brings extensive clinical, academic and research experience from leading institutions such as Columbia University, Yale School of Medicine and Rush University. Dr. Economou takes a collaborative, patient-centered approach to care, helping individuals understand their condition and treatment options while advancing research on environmental and genetic factors that influence IBD.

My endeavor

My endeavor is to be able to offer exceptional patient care in the Chicago area and beyond.

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Care philosophy

I treat my patients as part of a team. I want them involved in every decision so we can build the best, evidence-based treatment plan together.

Overview

  • Languages Greek
  • Gender Male

Conditions treated (3)

  • Crohn's disease
  • Ulcerative colitis
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Procedures performed (2)

  • Upper endoscopy (EGD)
  • Colonoscopy

Medical School
  • 1999
    Heidelberg University Faculty of Medicine, Studiendekanat
Residencies
  • 2005
    Internal Medicine
    New York and Presbyterian Hospital-Cornell Campus
Fellowships
  • 2006
    Inflammatory Bowel Disease
    Cleveland Clinic
  • 2009
    Gastroenterology
    UMDNJ - Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
Board certifications
  • 2009
    Gastroenterology
    American Board of Internal Medicine

Reviews (54)
July 31, 2026
Excellent
July 21, 2026
The person taking my vitals was very friendly and my Dr as always was excellent,
July 18, 2026
He listens! He was concerned about my understanding and explained things carefully. He's was very pleasant to talk with.
July 17, 2026
Being our first time here with this physician we were extremely happy with his knowledge and assistance with our concerns
July 15, 2026
Dr. Economou is my new Gastroenterologist and my first visit was [...]. He thoroughly reviewed my case and payed specific attention to my care history and current meds and future med options I was not aware were available. [...] Dr. Economou and his staff nurse "[...]" have been exemplary in their care for me.
July 10, 2026
The best provider I had so far. Thank you!
July 8, 2026
The provider was great, the system is terrible. It's very difficult to get an appointment with any doctor or for a procedure.
July 8, 2026
Dr. I goes above and beyond. He always has. Impressive. Great communicator.
June 26, 2026
Dr. Economou is exceptional. Great bedside manner with excellent communication. Included me in decision making and problem solving about my health and treatment.
June 26, 2026
The doctor was very thorough, and he took the time to listen to my medical issues/symptoms/evaluate test results before final diagnosis.
June 26, 2026
Thanks
May 29, 2026
Very thorough, answered all my questions.
May 20, 2026
The care you gave was very releaving as a parent dealing with a newborn with such a serious case!
April 17, 2026
Dr. Economou was extremely helpful. He listened to all my issues and explained everything in an understandable and thoughtful way.
April 15, 2026
Nicest medical staff. The Dr and all the support staff were wonderful
April 13, 2026
I find it very easy to talk with my doctor. I feel that he is listening to me and understands my needs and concerns.
March 4, 2026
I have been going to Dr Economou for a few years he and his staff are always thoughtful and friendly regarding my concerns. I have recommended Dr Economou to several friends.
February 25, 2026
Dr. Economou is great. He is caring, knowledgeable, and professional. He goes above-and-beyond with patient care.
February 24, 2026
Dr. Economou is such an excellent, caring doctor
January 25, 2026
Very attentive answered all questions and gave easy to understand instructions
January 21, 2026
Had full attention of Dr.Asked me relevant questions, answered mine.Didn't Immediate send me for more tests to Identify my condition
January 16, 2026
Calm and patient Doctor who took time to listen and help me through significant health challenges.
January 13, 2026
Listened carefully and made suggestions
January 11, 2026
The best
January 1, 2026
First meeting and he explained this was a similar problem from 5 years ago from reviewing test results.
December 31, 2025
The doctor was wonderful he told me about my my condition how to deal with it
December 19, 2025
Good listening and concern
December 16, 2025
Super MD! Great bedside manner. Very thorough assessment. Excellent patient education. Thanknyou for your care and compassion! And expertise!
December 16, 2025
Dr. Economou was very friendly and helpful. I appreciated his expertise.
December 11, 2025
Good appointment
November 30, 2025
Dr ECONOMOU, outstanding first time visit he listened to my concerns clearly explained his diagnosis and we came up with a plan. Thank you
November 30, 2025
I appreciate all the staff at Endeavor, from the Gi Doctor (Economou) and Nurse practitioner [...] to the Hospital GI team as well as the hospital staff, Thank you very much!!
November 20, 2025
Dr. Economou is the best gastroenterologist, he saved my life by taking bold steps and actions,giving me the right medicine and watching the evolution of the sickness.
November 12, 2025
Taken right away. Doctor actually listens to me.
November 11, 2025
Dr Economou always takes the time to answer all of my questions and is willing to help work out the best solution to my concerns regarding my diagnosis
October 14, 2025
Dr. Economou was very thorough knowledgeable and listened to all my questions and concerns.
September 15, 2025
Excellent doctor. So kind and passionate.
September 13, 2025
Very personable physician and addressed all the questions I had.
August 20, 2025
I felt the doctor cared about me. I was very satisfied with the examination . He listened to me and he explained things very well
August 20, 2025
Dr. Economou is an excellent doctor and a wonderful human being. He genuinely cares about each of his patients and is very thorough.
August 9, 2025
Great job
July 26, 2025
Dr Economou is a good doctor.
July 18, 2025
Great doctor that explained what he is working on.
June 27, 2025
I actually have recommended my GI doctor to my friends who are looking for a GI doctor.
June 26, 2025
Dr ECONOMOU is a compassionate and kind professional who listens to his patients
June 21, 2025
I only met him for an office visit. Too soon to tell.
June 20, 2025
This was a phone consultation. She was well prepared to discuss my needs and answer every question I had.
June 19, 2025
Dr Economo and Staff seem to be great and customer focused . This was my first and only appt to date and I remain optimistic my issue will be resolved . Time and competence will tell .
May 15, 2025
Dr. Economou is a great doctor, caring and knowledgeable about the specialty of medicine and he goes beyond his field to help patients with overall health.
May 15, 2025
It was my first time seeing him and I thought he was very thorough and professional.
April 29, 2025
Enjoyed working with him. Knowledgeable . New my history. Pleasant. Thorough.
April 10, 2025
Dr. Economou, is an excellent doctor. His "bedside manner" is excellent. He is very interested in his patients and empathetic with their concerns. He also replies to messages very timely via North Shore connect.
March 10, 2025
Overall visit was great
March 9, 2025
Dr Economou always answers my questions and never rushes me.

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