Our specialists
The University of Chicago Celiac Disease Center has a unique network of doctors across most of the celiac disease-related specialties. This network of specialists collaborates to ensure comprehensive screening, diagnosis, and treatment for all celiac disease patients.
Appointments for children: 773-702-6169
Appointments for adults: 773-702-6140
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Stefano Guandalini, MD
Director, The University of Chicago Celiac Disease Center; Professor of Pediatrics; Section Chief, Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition
Dr. Guandalini is founder and medical director of The University of Chicago Celiac Disease Center.
Carol Semrad, MD
Associate Professor of Medicine, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology & Nutrition
Dr. Semrad is the primary adult celiac disease specialist at the University of Chicago and part of the medical leadership of The University of Chicago Celiac Disease Center.
Sonia Kupfer, MD
Assistant Professor of Medicine, Department of Gastroenterology
Dr. Kupfer is a skilled specialist in all types of digestive system disorders and is particularly focused on diagnosing and treating patients with genetic disorders such as celiac disease.
Bana Jabri, MD, PhD
Professor, Department of Medicine and Pediatrics
Director of Research, The University of Chicago Celiac Disease Center
Dr. Jabri is one of the leading researchers of celiac disease in the world and has directed the research team at The University of Chicago Celiac Disease Center since 1999.
David P. Cohen, MD
Associate Professor of Obstetrics/Gynecology; Chief, Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility
Dr. Cohen is an expert in reproductive endocrinology and infertility.
John Hart, MD
Professor of Pathology
Dr. Hart’s clinical expertise is in the area of gastrointestinal and liver pathology.
Rebecca Lipton, PhD
Associate Professor of Endocrinology
Associate Professor of Community Health Sciences, The Institute for Molecular Pediatric Sciences
Dr. Lipton’s research is focused on understanding the risk factors and social implications of diabetes, with particular reference to minorities and children.
Karen Onel, MD
Associate Professor of Pediatrics, Department of Pediatrics
Dr. Onel’s expertise is in the area of pediatric rheumatology.
Vesna Petronic-Rosic, MD, MSc
Associate Professor of Medicine
Dr. Petronic-Rosic treats patients with a range of dermatological conditions.
Louis Philipson, MD, PhD
Director, Kovler Diabetes Center
Professor of Medicine
Dr. Philipson has a particular interest in pediatric endocrinology.
Kourosh Rezania, MD
Assistant Professor, Department of Neurology
Dr. Rezania is an expert in neuromuscular diseases and an active researcher.
John Rolland, MD
Clinical Professor, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience; Director, Chicago Center for Family Health
Dr. Rolland has a variety of clinical interests, including how families cope with and adapt to chronic physical illness, disability, and loss.
Raymond P. Roos, MD
Marjorie and Robert E. Straus Professor of Neurology; The Committees on Immunology, Neurobiology, and Microbiology; Director, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)/Motor Neuron Disease Clinic
Dr. Roos is an established expert on neurodegenerative diseases.
Peter Joseph Smith, MD
Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, Department of Pediatrics, Developmental Services
Dr. Smith specializes in developmental and behavioral pediatrics, cognitive impairment, and behavioral and learning difficulties.
Darrel Waggoner, MD
Associate Professor of Human Genetics and Pediatrics; Medical Director, Human Genetics Comer Children’s Hospital
Dr. Waggoner specializes in the treatment of metabolic and genetic disorders in children and adults.
Linda Wagner-Weiner, MD
Associate Professor of Pediatrics, Department of Pediatrics, Rheumatology
Dr. Wagner-Weiner’s clinical interests include rheumatology, lupus, and musculoskeletal pain.





