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    MediFind found 75 doctor with experience in Gastrointestinal Perforation near Oak Lawn, IL. Of these, 73 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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      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 
       (0.8 miles away)
      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.

      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 
       (0.8 miles away)
      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.

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      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 
       (0.8 miles away)
      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.

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      Ellen C. Omi
      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 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

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

      James C. Doherty
      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 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      James Doherty is a General Surgeon in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Doherty is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Subdural Hematoma, Gastrostomy, and Nephrectomy.

      Thomas J. Cartolano
      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 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

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

      Yasmin F. Tootla
      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 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

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

      Paul R. Balash
      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 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Experience:
      16+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Paul Balash is a General Surgeon in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Balash has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Hernia Surgery, and Oophorectomy.

      Kamran Ayub
      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Gastrointestinal 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 Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Obstruction, Gallstones, Watermelon Stomach, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Jeffrey H. Port
      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      Gastroenterology

      GI Partners Of Illinois, LLC

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

      Jeffrey Port is a Gastroenterologist in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Port is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Barrett Esophagus, Esophagitis, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

      Hamdi Khilfeh
      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      Internal Medicine

      Maya Medical Center, SC

      2955 W 95th St, 
      Evergreen Park, IL 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic, Spanish
      Offers Telehealth

      Hamdi Khilfeh is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Evergreen Park, Illinois. Dr. Khilfeh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Gastrostomy, and Colonoscopy.

      Imad Qayyum
      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      Colorectal Surgery
      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      Colorectal Surgery
      12255 S 80th Ave Ste 204, 
      Palos Heights, IL 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Experience:
      14+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Imad Qayyum is a Colorectal Surgeon in Palos Heights, Illinois. Dr. Qayyum has been practicing medicine for over 14 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Diverticular Disease, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Hernia Surgery.

      Samer Rajjoub
      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      General Surgery
      12255 S 80th Ave Ste 204, 
      Palos Heights, IL 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Experience:
      16+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Samer Rajjoub is a General Surgeon in Palos Heights, Illinois. Dr. Rajjoub has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Gallbladder Removal.

      Advanced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      Hospital Medicine
      Advanced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      Hospital Medicine

      United Elite Hospitalists, LLC

      12632 S Harlem Ave, 
      Palos Heights, IL 
       (4.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Mutazz Darweesh is a primary care provider, practicing in Hospital Medicine in Palos Heights, Illinois. Dr. Darweesh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Necrotizing Fasciitis, Anemia, Cardiac Arrest, Venous Thromboembolism (VTE), and Gastrostomy.

      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 
       (10.5 miles away)
      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.

      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 
       (10.5 miles away)
      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.

      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 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

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

      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      Gastroenterology

      Advocate Health And Hospitals Corporation

      4400 W 95th St, Suite 306, 
      Oak Lawn, IL 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Michael Dastice is a Gastroenterologist in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Dastice is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Dastice is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      Gastroenterology

      GI Partners Of Illinois, LLC

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

      Tamer Atassi is a Gastroenterologist in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Atassi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Acute Pancreatitis, Intestinal Cancer, Painful Swallowing, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Gastrointestinal Perforation
      Gastroenterology

      Gi Partners Of Illinois LLC

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

      Ajay Bajaj is a Gastroenterologist in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Bajaj is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Gastric Dysmotility, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Diverticular Disease, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      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 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 a Gastrointestinal 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 Gastrointestinal 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 Gastrointestinal 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 a Gastrointestinal 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 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 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 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 near Oak Lawn, IL?

      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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