Gastroenterology
Pankaj Vashi, M.D.
Vice Chief of Staff and Gastroenterologist, City of Hope Chicago; Associate Clinical Professor, Department of Medicine, City of Hope
Dr. Pankaj G. Vashi, MD, AGAF, FASPEN, is a gastroenterologist specializing in gastrointestinal oncology and nutrition support at City of Hope Chicago in Zion, Illinois. With over 30 years of experience, he focuses on diagnosing and treating gastrointestinal tumors using minimally invasive techniques to alleviate cancer-related symptoms. Dr. Vashi treats conditions such as stomach cancer, liver cancer, and esophageal cancers, employing cryotherapy for esophageal lesions. He pioneered the first n
45+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Gastroenterology (American Board of Internal Medicine)
- Internal Medicine (American Board of Internal Medicine)
Education & Training
- University of Mumbai, Mumbai, India — M.D., 1983
- University of Michigan / Ann Arbor — Fellowship, Gastroenterology, 1989-1990
- Hurley Medical Center — Residency, Internal Medicine, 1985-1989
- Hurley Medical Center — Internship, 1985
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2022-2026 (5 years)
- Chicago Magazine — Cancer Doctors
2019, 2022 (2 years)
- Chicago Magazine — Top Doctors
2021-2022 (2 years)
- Chicago Magazine — Aging
2020
- Top AAPI Doctors — Top Doctor
2024-2025 (2 years)
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Midwest Medical Center
- City of Hope Chicago
Languages
English, Gujarati, Hindi
Experience
45+ years in practice