About Dr. O'Riordan
Dr. Kenneth O’Riordan is a leading gastroenterologist who for over 30 years has been dedicated to helping patients with his caring and understanding approach. In his clinical practice at Lakeshore Gastroenterology and Liver Disease Institute, he provides comprehensive care for patients with various gastrointestinal, liver, biliary and pancreatic diseases. He is Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Liver Transplantation.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. O’Riordan serves as the Director of Hematology for Lutheran General’s Gastroenterology Fellowship Program and as a lecturer and member of the Medical Advisory Committee for the American Liver Foundation. Throughout his career he has published scientific articles, case reports, and abstracts
A dedicated educator and mentor, Dr. O’Riordan teaches medical students, residents, and fellows about liver disease and gastroenterology. Throughout his career he has given numerous lectures at local, national, and international conferences on various aspects of gastrointestinal and liver diseases.
Dr. O’Riordan has received numerous awards including “Outstanding Performance in Problem Based Learning” from Northwestern University, the “Crean Nursing Award” from Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, and “Chicago Top Doctor” in the Castle Connolly Guide and is a "Chicago Top Cancer Doctor." He is a member of several gastrointestinal professional societies.
Dr. O’Riordan spends his leisure time with his wife and three children.
He and the healthcare team at Lakeshore Gastroenterology and Liver Disease Institute work together to help you Get Back To Living Comfortably.
Education & Training
Board Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology
Medical School
Royal College of Surgeons, Ireland
Internship
Beaumont Hospital, Dublin Ireland
Residency
Rush Presbyterian St.Luke's Medical School, Chicago, Illinois
Gastroenterology Fellowship
Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, Park Ridge, Illinois
Hepatology AND LIVER TRANSPLANTATION Fellowship
Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois
Practicing Since
1994
Membership
Fellow of the American College of Physicians (ACP)
Medical Advisory Committee, Illinois Chapter, American Liver Foundation (ALF)
Member American Gastroenterological Association (AGA)
Member Irish Medical Council (IMC)
Member Chicago Society of Gastroenterology (SGNA)
Additional experience
Director of Hepatology, Advocate Lutheran General Gastroenterology Fellowship Program
Adjunct Professor of Medicine, Northwestern University
Clinical Affiliate in Hepatology, Northwestern University
Assistant Professor of Medicine, Northwestern University
Former Director and Assistant Director of the Gastroenterology Fellowship Program, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
Former Program Director of Gastroenterology Fellowship Program, Northwestern University
Clinical Interests
Gastrointestinal disorder
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
Peptic Ulcer Disease
Malabsorption
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Cancers of the Digestive System, liver and pancreas
Hepatology
Viral Hepatitis B and C
Fatty Liver Disease
Complications of Cirrhosis
Endoscopy of the Bile Duct
Languages Spoken
English, Gaelic, French
Awards
Teaching Attending of the Year, Internal Medicine, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital.
Teaching Attending of the Year, Family Practice, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital.
“Chicago Top Doctor,” Castle Connolly Guide.
“Crean Nursing Award,” Advocate Lutheran General Hospital.
“Outstanding Performance in Problem Based Learning,” Northwestern University.
Contact Information
150 N. River Road, Suite 210, Des Plaines, IL 60016
PHONE (847) 290-3800
FAX (847) 290-0889