Dr. Lalitha Sitaraman

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Lalitha Sitaraman, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist and hepatologist who primarily focuses on neurogastroenterology and motility disorders. Her expertise includes diagnosing and treating gut-brain motility disorders, specifically in the lower gastrointestinal tract and pelvic floor. Dr. Sitaraman specializes in conditions such as refractory constipation, irritable bowel syndrome, anorectal disorders, pelvic dyssynergia, and fecal incontinence, while also providing general gastroenterology services including colon cancer screening. She is dedicated to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care and customizing treatment plans to meet the individual healthcare goals of her patients. In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Sitaraman is committed to teaching and mentoring medical students and residents, providing them with practical lecture opportunities and a comprehensive curriculum in gastroenterology.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Chicago

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:104
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
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Specialization Notes

Department of Philosophy