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

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The 20 Best Gastrointestinal Perforation Doctors in Illinois, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 285 doctor with experience in Gastrointestinal Perforation near Illinois, US. Of these, 241 are Experienced, 41 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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    Marin N. Marinov
    Advanced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
    General Surgery

    Advocate Medical Group General Surgery

    1875 Dempster St, Ste 465, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian

    Marin Marinov is a General Surgeon in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Marinov is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Delirium, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy.

    Michael F. Scheer
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
    General Surgery

    Advocate Medical Group General Surgery

    20 Tower Ct Ste, Ste A, 
    Gurnee, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Scheer is a General Surgeon in Gurnee, Illinois. Dr. Scheer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Cellulitis, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrectomy.

    Erik A. Swenson
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
    General Surgery

    Advocate Medical Group General Surgery

    9550 W 167th St, 
    Orland Park, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Erik Swenson is a General Surgeon in Orland Park, Illinois. Dr. Swenson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Hernia, Cholecystitis, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy.

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    Harold H. Bach
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
    General Surgery

    Advocate Medical Group Trauma Surgery

    3825 Highland Ave, Ste 303, 
    Downers Grove, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Harold Bach is a General Surgeon in Downers Grove, Illinois. Dr. Bach is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Delirium, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Steven C. Schaefer
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
    General Surgery

    Advocate Medical Group General Surgery

    4400 W 95th St, Ste 408, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven Schaefer is a General Surgeon in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Schaefer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Parathyroid Hyperplasia, Neonatal Severe Hyperparathyroidism, Parathyroidectomy, and Colostomy.

    John Santaniello
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
    General Surgery

    Advocate Medical Group Trauma Surgery

    4440 W 95th St, Ste 183, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Santaniello is a General Surgeon in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Santaniello is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    John J. Park
    Distinguished in Gastrointestinal Perforation
    Colorectal Surgery
    Distinguished in Gastrointestinal Perforation
    Colorectal Surgery

    L M Prasad, MD, SC

    1550 N Northwest Hwy, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean
    Offers Telehealth

    John Park is a Colorectal Surgeon in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Park is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Encopresis, Bowel Incontinence, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    William J. O'brien
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
    General Surgery

    Advocate Medical Group General Surgery

    1221 N Highland Ave 2nd Fl, 
    Aurora, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William O'brien is a General Surgeon in Aurora, Illinois. Dr. O'brien is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Cholecystitis, Carotid Artery Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy.

    James R. O'donnell
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
    General Surgery

    Advocate Medical Group General Surgery

    9550 W 167th St, 
    Orland Park, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James O'donnell is a General Surgeon in Orland Park, Illinois. Dr. O'donnell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Colostomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Marc G. Mesleh
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
    General Surgery

    Advocate Medical Group General Surgery

    4400 W 95th St, Ste 413, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marc Mesleh is a General Surgeon in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Mesleh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Ampullary Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Gallbladder Disease, Pancreatectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

    Kunal Kochar
    Distinguished in Gastrointestinal Perforation
    Colorectal Surgery
    Distinguished in Gastrointestinal Perforation
    Colorectal Surgery

    L M Prasad, MD, SC

    1550 N Northwest Hwy, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi

    Kunal Kochar is a Colorectal Surgeon in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Kochar is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Anal Fissure, Gastrointestinal Perforation, Bowel Incontinence, Colostomy, and Ileostomy.

    Stephen Haggerty
    Advanced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
    General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine
    Advanced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
    General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

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

    Stephen Haggerty, MD, a gastrointestinal and general surgeon at Endeavor Health, specializes in minimally invasive techniques, including weight loss surgery and hernia repair. Practicing since 1998, he draws on decades of experience to provide individualized care and successful surgical outcomes. Dr. Haggerty also incorporates robotic surgery to manage complex cases and shorten recovery times. Dr. Haggerty is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Removal, and Endoscopy.

    Minh-tri Pham
    Advanced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
    General Surgery

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    9650 Gross Point Rd., Suite 3900, 
    Skokie, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Minh-Tri Nhat Pham, MD, a gastrointestinal and general surgeon at Endeavor Health, provides surgical care for conditions affecting the digestive system and abdominal organs. He uses advanced techniques to diagnose and treat a variety of disorders, supporting patient recovery through evidence-based care. Dr. Pham is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Gastrointestinal Perforation, Cholecystitis, and Retroperitoneal Inflammation.

    James Spitz
    Advanced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    Advanced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    2050 Pfingsten Rd., Suite 128, 
    Glenview, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Spitz, MD, a colon and rectal surgeon at Endeavor Health, is board-certified in colorectal surgery with expertise in the diagnosis and surgical management of benign and malignant diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. He provides comprehensive care for conditions such as colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease and complex anorectal disorders. Dr. Spitz combines advanced surgical skill with clear, compassionate communication to guide patients through every stage of treatment. Dr. Spitz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Encopresis, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hernia Surgery.

    Peter Hwang
    Advanced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
    General Surgery

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    9650 Gross Point Rd., Suite 3900, 
    Skokie, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean

    Peter Hwang, DO, a trauma and acute care surgeon at Endeavor Health, provides comprehensive surgical and critical care for patients facing urgent or life-threatening conditions. He treats patients in both the operating room and ICU, using a holistic approach that considers the physical, emotional and mental aspects of recovery. Dr. Hwang is actively involved in training future physicians and participates in advanced surgical simulation courses at Evanston Hospital to strengthen trauma care techniques. Dr. Hwang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Cholecystitis, and Gastrointestinal Perforation.

    Brendan Ringhouse
    Advanced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
    General Surgery

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    9650 Gross Point Rd., Suite 3900, 
    Skokie, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brendan Jeffrey Ringhouse, MD, a gastrointestinal and general surgeon at Endeavor Health, provides surgical care for a range of abdominal and digestive conditions. He uses advanced techniques to diagnose and treat disorders of the gastrointestinal tract, supporting recovery and long-term health. Dr. Ringhouse is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gastrointestinal Perforation, and Cholecystitis.

    Benjamin Johnson
    Advanced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
    General Surgery

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    5140 N. California Ave., Suite 560-GMP, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Benjamin E. Johnson, MD, a general surgeon at Endeavor Health, specializes in minimally invasive and robotic-assisted procedures, including hernia repair, colorectal and foregut surgery, and thyroid and parathyroid treatment. He uses advanced techniques, such as the da Vinci Xi robotic platform, to help reduce complications and improve recovery. Dr. Johnson provides clear communication so patients can make informed decisions about their care. Dr. Johnson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Umbilical Hernia, Hernia, Femoral Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
    General Surgery

    Adventist Health Partners, Inc.

    701 Winthrop Ave, 
    Glendale Heights, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Steven Singh is a General Surgeon in Glendale Heights, Illinois. Dr. Singh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Gallbladder Disease, Small Bowel Resection, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Singh is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Gastrointestinal Perforation
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Gastrointestinal Perforation
    Internal Medicine

    Advocate Lutheran General Hospital

    1775 Dempster St, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sufyan Abdulmujeeb is an Internal Medicine provider in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Abdulmujeeb is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top area of expertise is Gastrointestinal Perforation.

    Advanced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
    General Surgery

    Northshore Center For Pelvic Health

    2050 Pfingsten Rd Ste 128, 
    Glenview, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Joseph Muldoon is a General Surgeon in Glenview, Illinois. Dr. Muldoon is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Diverticular Disease, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Gastrointestinal Perforation?

    A perforation is a hole that develops through the wall of a body organ. This problem may occur in the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, rectum, or gallbladder.

    When should I see a Gastrointestinal 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 a Gastrointestinal 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 Gastrointestinal 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 Gastrointestinal 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 a Gastrointestinal 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 Gastrointestinal Perforation doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Gastrointestinal 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 a Gastrointestinal 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 Gastrointestinal 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 Gastrointestinal 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 Gastrointestinal Perforation doctors in Illinois, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Gastrointestinal 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 a Gastrointestinal Perforation doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Gastrointestinal 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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