The 20 Best Esophageal Perforation Doctors Near Me in Oak Lawn, IL

Find the Top Esophageal Perforation Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 45 doctor with experience in Esophageal Perforation near Oak Lawn, IL. Of these, 40 are Experienced, 2 are Advanced, 2 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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

    Advocate Medical Group Gastroenterology

    10500 S Cicero Ave, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    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 
     (1.3 miles away)
    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.

    David R. Stern
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Thoracic Surgery

    Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgical Associates, SC

    4400 W 95th St, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Stern is a Thoracic Surgeon in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Stern is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Heart Valve Repair.

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    Kamran Ayub
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Family Medicine

    GI Partners Of Illinois, LLC

    9921 Southwest Hwy, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kamran Ayub is a Family Medicine provider in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Ayub is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Obstruction, Gallstones, Watermelon Stomach, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Andrew T. Arndt
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Thoracic Surgery
    12255 S 80th Ave Ste 204, 
    Palos Heights, IL 
     (4.5 miles away)
    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, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Elite in Esophageal Perforation
    General Surgery
    Elite in Esophageal Perforation
    General Surgery

    Loyola University Medical Center

    2160 S 1st Ave, 
    Maywood, IL 
     (10.7 miles away)
    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.

    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Thoracic Surgery

    Advocate Medical Group Thoracic Surgery

    10604 Southwest Hwy, Ste 101, 
    Chicago Ridge, IL 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Paul Gordon is a Thoracic Surgeon in Chicago Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Gordon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Subglottic Stenosis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Thoracic Surgery

    Advocate Medical Group Thoracic Surgery

    10604 Southwest Hwy, Ste 101, 
    Chicago Ridge, IL 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sammy Nawas is a Thoracic Surgeon in Chicago Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Nawas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Advanced Bronchoscopy, 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 
     (10.5 miles away)
    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, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Thymectomy, and Endoscopy.

    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 
     (14.0 miles away)
    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.

    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Internal Medicine

    Advocate Health And Hospitals Corporation

    4440 W 95th St, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sophia Majid is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Majid is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Stroke, Hypertensive Heart Disease, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology

    Midwest Center For Digestive Health SC

    9921 Southwest Hwy, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Charles Berkelhammer is a Gastroenterologist in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Berkelhammer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Watermelon Stomach, Esophagitis, Gastric Dysmotility, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Internal Medicine

    Prompt Care Physicians

    12307 S Harlem Ave, 
    Palos Heights, IL 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mohamed Nahhas is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Palos Heights, Illinois. Dr. Nahhas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Heart Attack, Lung Cancer, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Intensive Care Medicine

    University Of Chicago Medical Center

    5841 S Maryland Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peter Bendix is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Bendix is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gallbladder Disease, Ogilvie Syndrome, Colostomy, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation

    King-Bruwaert House

    6101 S County Line Rd, 
    Burr Ridge, IL 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ahmed Nazimuddin is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Burr Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Nazimuddin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Dysgraphia, Herpes Zoster Oticus, Dementia, and Cellulitis.

    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 
     (14.0 miles away)
    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.

    Darren D. Ballard
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology

    Illinois Gastroenterology Group, LLC

    17901 Governors Hwy, 
    Homewood, IL 
     (11.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Darren Ballard is a Gastroenterologist in Homewood, Illinois. Dr. Ballard is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Childhood Pancreatitis, Turcot Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Peter J. Kahrilas
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology
    259 E Erie St Ste 1600, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (14.0 miles away)
    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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Achalasia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Heartburn, 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 
     (14.0 miles away)
    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.

    Ikechukwu B. Achebe
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology
    259 E Erie St Ste 1600, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (14.0 miles away)
    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: 04/28/2026

    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 near Oak Lawn, IL?

    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 near Oak Lawn, IL?

    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 near Oak Lawn, IL?

    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 near Oak Lawn, IL?

    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 near Oak Lawn, IL?

    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 near Oak Lawn, IL?

    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 near Oak Lawn, IL?

    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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