Overview
Henry Govekar is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Oak Park,, Illinois.
Dr. Govekar is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Hemorrhoidectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 15 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Govekar is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
610 S Maple Ave Ste 5500, Oak Park,, IL 60304
1725 W Harrison St Ste 1138, Chicago, IL 60612
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Henry R. Govekar
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Henry R. Govekar?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Henry R. Govekar by calling their office at 312-942-7088. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Henry R. Govekar a top-rated expert for Colorectal Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Henry R. Govekar is classified as an Distinguished expert for Colorectal 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. Henry R. Govekar specialize in?
While Dr. Henry R. Govekar is a Colorectal Surgery, they have specific expertise in Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Lynch Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Colorectal Surgery.
Does Dr. Henry R. Govekar participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Henry R. Govekar has published 15 articles and abstracts on conditions like Colorectal Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Henry R. Govekar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Henry R. Govekar accept my insurance?
Dr. Henry R. Govekar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 312-942-7088 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
- Distinguished
- Colorectal CancerDr. Govekar isDistinguished. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Govekar isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Advanced
- Anal CancerDr. Govekar isAdvanced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- Gastrointestinal PerforationDr. Govekar isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Perforation.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Govekar isAdvanced. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- Hernia SurgeryDr. Govekar isAdvanced. Learn about Hernia Surgery.
- Lynch SyndromeDr. Govekar isAdvanced. Learn about Lynch Syndrome.
- ProctitisDr. Govekar isAdvanced. Learn about Proctitis.
- Retroperitoneal InflammationDr. Govekar isAdvanced. Learn about Retroperitoneal Inflammation.
- Experienced
- Anal FissureDr. Govekar isExperienced. Learn about Anal Fissure.
- ColitisDr. Govekar isExperienced. Learn about Colitis.
- ColostomyDr. Govekar isExperienced. Learn about Colostomy.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Govekar isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- EndoscopyDr. Govekar isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Govekar isExperienced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Govekar isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- Gastroesophageal Junction CancerDr. Govekar isExperienced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer.
- Gastrointestinal FistulaDr. Govekar isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Fistula.
- HemorrhoidectomyDr. Govekar isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhoidectomy.
- HerniaDr. Govekar isExperienced. Learn about Hernia.
- IleostomyDr. Govekar isExperienced. Learn about Ileostomy.
- Mesenteric Venous ThrombosisDr. Govekar isExperienced. Learn about Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis.
- Pilonidal Sinus DiseaseDr. Govekar isExperienced. Learn about Pilonidal Sinus Disease.
- Rectal ProlapseDr. Govekar isExperienced. Learn about Rectal Prolapse.
- SplenectomyDr. Govekar isExperienced. Learn about Splenectomy.
- UreteroscopyDr. Govekar isExperienced. Learn about Ureteroscopy.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Govekar isExperienced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.


