Dr. Bradley Shapiro Named Castle Connolly Top Doctor for Second Year

Dr. Bradley Shapiro, a distinguished gastroenterologist with Duly Health and Care in suburban Chicago, has earned the prestigious Castle Connolly Top Doctor designation for the second consecutive year in 2026. This honor places him among an elite group, as only 7 percent of the nation's licensed physicians are selected annually as Castle Connolly Top Doctors for their specialties in their respective regions. Dr. Shapiro's recognition underscores his two-decade commitment to providing exceptional, patient-centered gastrointestinal care, where he emphasizes evidence-based treatment delivered with genuine compassion and a shared decision-making approach with his patients.

As a key provider at Duly Health and Care, Dr. Shapiro specializes in evaluating and treating a wide range of gastrointestinal conditions, including esophageal and swallowing disorders like GERD, Barrett's esophagus, and eosinophilic esophagitis, as well as complex digestive issues such as Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. He performs critical diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including colonoscopy with polyp resection, upper endoscopy (EGD), dilation for esophageal strictures, and esophageal pH and motility studies. His extensive medical background includes a distinguished education at the University of Michigan, advanced training at The Cleveland Clinic Foundation where he served as Chief Fellow, and board certifications in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine, supported by his research contributions in peer-reviewed journals like the American Journal of Gastroenterology.

The selection process for Castle Connolly Top Doctors involves nominations by peer physicians and rigorous evaluation by a physician-led research team based on criteria such as medical education, training, hospital appointments, and disciplinary histories, with no payment required for selection. This accolade not only highlights Dr. Shapiro's professional excellence but also reinforces the high standards of care available at Duly Health and Care, a leading multi-specialty practice dedicated to comprehensive healthcare services. For more information, visit castleconnolly.com to explore the official source of top doctors and learn about Dr. Shapiro's profile and the broader impact of this recognition on patient care in the Chicago area.