Brian T. Helfand
Expertise in
38
conditions

Dr. Brian T. Helfand

Urology
2180 Pfingsten Rd., Suite 3000, 
Glenview, IL 
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Expertise in
38
conditions
2180 Pfingsten Rd., Suite 3000, 
Glenview, IL 

Overview

Brian T. Helfand, MD, a urologist at Endeavor Health, specializes in urologic oncology and the treatment of prostate conditions. His clinical expertise includes minimally invasive surgery, advanced laparoscopy and procedures using the da Vinci robotic system. Dr. Helfand treats conditions such as benign prostatic hyperplasia, prostate cancer and urinary dysfunction using personalized and evidence-based approaches.

Dr. Helfand is highly rated in 38 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Aquablation, and Prostatectomy.

Dr. Helfand is board certified in American Board Of Urology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 210 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials. Dr. Helfand is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Urology

Licenses

Urology in IL

Board Certifications

American Board Of Urology

Fellowships

Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine, Urologic Oncology, 2012

Hospital Affiliations

Elmhurst Memorial Hospital
Swedish Hospital
Northwest Community Hospital 1
Northshore University Healthsystem - Evanston Hospital
Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

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
Blue Shield of California
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
CareFirst
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  • POS
  • PPO
Change Healthcare
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Cigna
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Devoted Health
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  • OTHER MEDICARE
Health Alliance
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  • POS
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Health Care Services Corporation
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
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  • PPO
HealthPartners
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Humana
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  • INDEMNITY
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Managed Medicaid
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Meridian Choice
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MetLife
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Northern Plains Alliance
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Oscar
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Premera Blue Cross
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  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
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Superior Health Plan
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  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
TeamCare
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UnitedHealthcare
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Walgreens
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Wellcare
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Locations

Endeavor Health Medical Group
2180 Pfingsten Rd., Suite 3000, Glenview, IL 60026

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.

2 Clinical Trials

Symptoms of Lower Urinary Tract Dysfunction Research Network (LURN) Urinary Urgency Phenotyping Protocol
Symptoms of Lower Urinary Tract Dysfunction Research Network (LURN) Urinary Urgency Phenotyping Protocol
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: July 24, 2026
Intervention Type: Other
Symptoms of Lower Urinary Tract Dysfunction Research Network (LURN) Phenotyping Study Protocol
Symptoms of Lower Urinary Tract Dysfunction Research Network (LURN) Phenotyping Study Protocol
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: January 15, 2019
Intervention Type: Procedure, Other
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210 Total Publications

The LURN Urinary Urgency and Lifestyle Wearable Tracker (ULTra) study: Design and feasibility.
The LURN Urinary Urgency and Lifestyle Wearable Tracker (ULTra) study: Design and feasibility.
Journal: Continence (Amsterdam, Netherlands)
Published: August 06, 2026
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Endeavor Health Medical Group

2180 Pfingsten Rd., Suite 3000, 
Glenview, IL 
 (0.1 miles away)
847-503-3000
Languages Spoken:
English
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Alexander Glaser, MD, a urologist and Vice Chief of Urology at Endeavor Health, specializes in endourology and the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). He uses advanced techniques including Aquablation and robotic-assisted surgery to provide precise, minimally invasive care. An NIH-funded surgeon-scientist and investigator with the LURN network, Dr. Glaser leads two R01 grants in BPH research. As Director of Urology Research and a clinical associate professor at the University of Chicago, he works to advance surgical innovation and improve outcomes for patients with urologic conditions. Dr. Glaser is highly rated in 33 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Frequent or Urgent Urination, Obstructive Uropathy, Aquablation, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Glaser is board certified in American Board Of Urology. Dr. Glaser is currently accepting new patients.

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Is Dr. Brian T. Helfand a top-rated expert for Prostate Cancer?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Brian T. Helfand is classified as an Elite expert for Prostate Cancer, 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. Brian T. Helfand specialize in?

While Dr. Brian T. Helfand is a Urology, they have specific expertise in Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, and Enlarged Prostate (BPH). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Urology.

Does Dr. Brian T. Helfand participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Brian T. Helfand has published 210 articles and abstracts on conditions like Prostate Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Brian T. Helfand's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Brian T. Helfand accept my insurance?

Dr. Brian T. Helfand accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 847-503-3000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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