Expertise in
2
conditions

Dr. Awni D. Shahait

General Surgery
SIH Professional Office Building
305 W Jackson St Ste 206, 
Carbondale, IL 
Accepting New Patients
Referral may be required
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Expertise in
2
conditions
SIH Professional Office Building
305 W Jackson St Ste 206, 
Carbondale, IL 

Overview

Awni Shahait is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Carbondale, Illinois.

Dr. Shahait is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Sclerosing Mesenteritis, Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction, Gallbladder Removal, and Gastrostomy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 40 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Shahait is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

General Surgery

Licenses

Surgery in IL

Hospital Affiliations

St Joseph Memorial Hospital
Memorial Hospital Of Carbondale
Herrin Hospital

Languages Spoken

English
Arabic

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Health Alliance
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Home State Health
  • EPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Meridian Choice
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
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  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

SIH Professional Office Building
305 W Jackson St Ste 206, Carbondale, IL 62901

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

40 Total Publications

Perioperative selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor and serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor use and 30-day bleeding after elective colectomy.
Perioperative selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor and serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor use and 30-day bleeding after elective colectomy.
Journal: American journal of surgery
Published: June 28, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Awni D. Shahait

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Awni D. Shahait?

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Is Dr. Awni D. Shahait a top-rated expert for Gallbladder Removal?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Awni D. Shahait is classified as an Advanced expert for Gallbladder Removal, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Awni D. Shahait specialize in?

While Dr. Awni D. Shahait is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Gallbladder Removal, Ogilvie Syndrome, and Gastrostomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.

Does Dr. Awni D. Shahait participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Awni D. Shahait has published 40 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gallbladder Removal. You can view a list of Dr. Awni D. Shahait's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Awni D. Shahait accept my insurance?

Dr. Awni D. Shahait accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 618-457-3006 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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