The 20 Best Esophageal Perforation Doctors Near Me in Illinois, US

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The 20 Best Esophageal Perforation Doctors in Illinois, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 116 doctor with experience in Esophageal Perforation near Illinois, US. Of these, 98 are Experienced, 14 are Advanced, 3 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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116 providers found
    Elite in Esophageal Perforation
    General Surgery
    Elite in Esophageal Perforation
    General Surgery

    Loyola University Medical Center

    2160 S 1st Ave, 
    Maywood, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Freeman is a General Surgeon in Maywood, Illinois. Dr. Freeman is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Esophageal Perforation, Pleural Effusion, Lung Cancer, Stent Placement, and Thymectomy.

    Hareth Raddawi
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology

    Advocate Medical Group Gastroenterology

    10500 S Cicero Ave, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hareth Raddawi is a Gastroenterologist in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Raddawi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Bile Duct Obstruction, Cholestasis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Imad Elkhatib
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology

    Advocate Medical Group Gastroenterology

    10500 S Cicero Ave, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Offers Telehealth

    Imad Elkhatib is a Gastroenterologist in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Elkhatib is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Cholestasis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Bile Duct Stricture, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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    Dean P. Schraufnagel
    Distinguished in Esophageal Perforation
    Thoracic Surgery
    Distinguished in Esophageal Perforation
    Thoracic Surgery
    676 N St Clair St Ste 2140, Arkes Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Experience:
    13+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dean Schraufnagel is a Thoracic Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Schraufnagel has been practicing medicine for over 13 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Esophageal Perforation, Fibrosing Mediastinitis, Mediastinal Tumor, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    James Lubawski
    Distinguished in Esophageal Perforation
    Thoracic Surgery
    Distinguished in Esophageal Perforation
    Thoracic Surgery

    Loyola University Medical Center

    2160 S First Ave, Bldg 110, 
    Maywood, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    James Lubawski is a Thoracic Surgeon in Maywood, Illinois. Dr. Lubawski is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Adenocarcinoma, Thymectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Andrew Ross
    Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    1000 Central St., Suite 880, 
    Evanston, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew Scott Ross, MD, a gastroenterologist at Endeavor Health, specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the digestive system. He provides care for patients with gastrointestinal disorders ranging from reflux and ulcers to more complex conditions requiring advanced procedures. Dr. Ross uses evidence-based practices to guide treatment planning and collaborates with patients to manage symptoms and improve digestive health. His expertise supports both preventive screenings and ongoing management of chronic gastrointestinal conditions. Dr. Ross is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Hereditary Pancreatitis, Barrett Esophagus, Acute Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Samuel S. Kim
    Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
    Thoracic Surgery
    676 N St Clair St Ste 2140, Arkes Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Experience:
    24+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Samuel Kim is a Thoracic Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Kim has been practicing medicine for over 24 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Seth Krantz
    Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery
    Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    2650 Ridge Ave., Kellogg Cancer Center, 
    Evanston, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Seth Krantz, MD, a thoracic surgeon at Endeavor Health, specializes in minimally invasive surgery for lung and esophageal cancers, including robotic-assisted techniques. As chief of thoracic surgery, he is committed to personalized care, from diagnosis through recovery, and is actively involved in research exploring genetic risk factors for cancer. Dr. Krantz is particularly focused on improving early detection and expanding lung cancer screening using genetic insights to better identify patients at risk. Dr. Krantz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Lung Nodules, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Kenneth D. Chi
    Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology

    Illinois Gastroenterology Group, LLC

    2501 Compass Rd, 
    Glenview, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kenneth Chi is a Gastroenterologist in Glenview, Illinois. Dr. Chi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Jaundice, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Peter J. Kahrilas
    Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology
    259 E Erie St Ste 1600, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Experience:
    47+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Peter Kahrilas is a Gastroenterologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Kahrilas has been practicing medicine for over 47 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Achalasia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Heartburn, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Michael Ujiki
    Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
    General Surgery | Counselor | Bariatric Medicine
    Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
    General Surgery | Counselor | Bariatric Medicine

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    1000 Central St., Suite 800, 
    Evanston, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Japanese
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Ujiki, MD, a gastrointestinal surgeon at Endeavor Health, specializes in minimally invasive procedures for conditions of the esophagus, stomach and gallbladder. After beginning his career in business, Dr. Ujiki found his true calling in medicine, where he now combines advanced surgical innovation with compassionate care. He prioritizes reducing recovery time and improving outcomes through cutting-edge techniques, including incisionless and laparoscopic surgeries. Dr. Ujiki is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Achalasia, Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Gallbladder Removal, and Endoscopy.

    Nicholas Yerkes
    Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery
    Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    880 W. Central Rd., Suite 4250, 
    Arlington Heights, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nicholas Yerkes, MD, a thoracic surgeon at Endeavor Health, performs surgical procedures involving the lungs, esophagus and chest. With over a decade of experience, Dr. Yerkes collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to diagnose and treat complex thoracic conditions using advanced surgical techniques. Dr. Yerkes is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Collapsed Lung, Fibrosing Mediastinitis, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, and Gastrostomy.

    Gonzalo Pandolfi
    Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology

    Suburban Gastroenterology, Ltd.

    1243 Rickert Dr., 
    Naperville, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Gonzalo Pandolfi is a Gastroenterologist in Naperville, Illinois. Dr. Pandolfi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Childhood Pancreatitis, Turcot Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Esophageal Perforation
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Esophageal Perforation
    Internal Medicine

    Weiss Memorial Hospital

    4646 N Marine Dr, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Divesh Manjani is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Manjani is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Esophageal Perforation and Vitamin D Deficiency.

    Katherine Su
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery | Counselor
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery | Counselor

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    2650 Ridge Ave., Kellogg Cancer Center, 
    Evanston, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin, Taiwanese

    Katherine Su, MD, a thoracic surgeon at Endeavor Health, specializes in minimally invasive robotic techniques to treat conditions of the lungs, esophagus, chest wall and mediastinum. She focuses on lung and esophagus-preserving approaches to cancer care and leads a collaborative surgical team dedicated to optimizing outcomes and recovery. Dr. Su’s expertise in robotic thoracic surgery allows her to provide precise, patient-centered care that supports healing and improves quality of life. Dr. Su is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. Her top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Nodules, Lung Cancer, Fibrosing Mediastinitis, and Thymectomy.

    Eric S. Hungness
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    General Surgery
    259 E Erie St Ste 1600, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Experience:
    29+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Eric Hungness is a General Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Hungness has been practicing medicine for over 29 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Achalasia, Hiatal Hernia, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Removal, and Gastric Bypass.

    Herbert Hedberg
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    General Surgery | Counselor | Bariatric Medicine
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    General Surgery | Counselor | Bariatric Medicine

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    757 Park Ave. West, Suite 2850, 
    Highland Park, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    H. Mason Hedberg, MD, a minimally invasive gastrointestinal and general surgeon at Endeavor Health, uses advanced surgical techniques to improve outcomes and reduce recovery time. He is especially interested in using small-incision and endoscopic approaches to address conditions that affect patients' quality of life. Dr. Hedberg is also exploring the use of gastric stimulation and other technologies to treat complex GI disorders through less invasive means. Dr. Hedberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Ankit Bharat
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Thoracic Surgery
    676 N St Clair St Ste 2140, Arkes Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Experience:
    23+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ankit Bharat is a Thoracic Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Bharat has been practicing medicine for over 23 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Nodules, Thymectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Andrew T. Arndt
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Thoracic Surgery
    12255 S 80th Ave Ste 204, 
    Palos Heights, IL 
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew Arndt is a Thoracic Surgeon in Palos Heights, Illinois. Dr. Arndt has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Adenocarcinoma, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Ikechukwu B. Achebe
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology
    259 E Erie St Ste 1600, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Experience:
    7+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ikechukwu Achebe is a Gastroenterologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Achebe has been practicing medicine for over 7 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Acute Pancreatitis, Gallbladder Removal, and Endoscopy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Esophageal Perforation?

    An esophageal perforation is a hole in the esophagus. The esophagus is the tube food passes through as it goes from the mouth to the stomach.

    When should I see an Esophageal Perforation doctor in Illinois, US?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing an Esophageal Perforation doctor in Illinois, US?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Esophageal Perforation doctors in Illinois, US?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Esophageal Perforation doctors in Illinois, US?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with an Esophageal Perforation doctor in Illinois, US?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Esophageal Perforation doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Esophageal Perforation doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with an Esophageal Perforation doctor in Illinois, US?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Esophageal Perforation doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Esophageal Perforation doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Esophageal Perforation doctors in Illinois, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Esophageal Perforation doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find an Esophageal Perforation doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Esophageal Perforation doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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