Overview
Gary Friend is a General Surgeon in Glenview, Illinois. His top areas of expertise are Fibromatosis, Ledderhose Disease, Plantar Fasciitis, and Tendinitis.
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Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- HMO
- INDEMNITY
- POS
- PPO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
2501 Compass Rd Ste 120, Glenview, IL 60026
Endeavor Health Medical Group
John G. Linn, MD, a gastrointestinal and general surgeon at Endeavor Health, specializes in foregut and bariatric surgery. He treats a range of conditions including gallbladder disease, hernias and complex abdominal wall defects. Dr. Linn performs advanced procedures such as laparoscopic hernia repair, cholecystectomy and abdominal wall reconstruction to help patients improve digestive health and function. Dr. Linn is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Choledocholithiasis, Hiatal Hernia, Gallbladder Removal, and Endoscopy.
Endeavor Health Medical Group
Michael Ujiki, MD, a gastrointestinal surgeon at Endeavor Health, specializes in minimally invasive procedures for conditions of the esophagus, stomach and gallbladder. After beginning his career in business, Dr. Ujiki found his true calling in medicine, where he now combines advanced surgical innovation with compassionate care. He prioritizes reducing recovery time and improving outcomes through cutting-edge techniques, including incisionless and laparoscopic surgeries. Dr. Ujiki is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Achalasia, Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Gallbladder Removal, and Endoscopy.
Endeavor Health Medical Group
B. Todd Heniford, MD, a surgeon at Endeavor Health, leads the Endeavor Health Comprehensive Abdominal Health and Hernia Center. He specializes in hernia repair and complex abdominal wall reconstruction. With more than 650 publications and experience training surgical leaders worldwide, Dr. Heniford applies evidence-based innovation and a team-based approach to restore strength and function for patients with both routine and complex surgical needs. For credentialing and licensing purposes, this provider’s legal name is Brant Heniford, MD. Dr. Heniford is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Fasciotomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Gary Friend
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Gary Friend?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Gary Friend by calling their office at 847-234-5095. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Gary Friend a top-rated expert for Fibromatosis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Gary Friend is classified as an Experienced expert for Fibromatosis, 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. Gary Friend specialize in?
While Dr. Gary Friend is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Fibromatosis, Ledderhose Disease, and Plantar Fasciitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Gary Friend accept my insurance?
Dr. Gary Friend accepts most major insurance plans, including Humana and Medicare. We recommend calling the office directly at 847-234-5095 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Experienced
- FibromatosisDr. Friend isExperienced. Learn about Fibromatosis.
- Hammer ToeDr. Friend isExperienced. Learn about Hammer Toe.
- Ingrown ToenailDr. Friend isExperienced. Learn about Ingrown Toenail.
- Ledderhose DiseaseDr. Friend isExperienced. Learn about Ledderhose Disease.
- Plantar FasciitisDr. Friend isExperienced. Learn about Plantar Fasciitis.
- Tarsal Tunnel SyndromeDr. Friend isExperienced. Learn about Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome.


