John G. Linn
Expertise in
27
conditions

Dr. John G. Linn

General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine
Endeavor Health Medical Group
1000 Central St., Suite 800, 
Evanston, IL 
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Expertise in
27
conditions
Endeavor Health Medical Group
1000 Central St., Suite 800, 
Evanston, IL 

Overview

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 clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Removal, and Endoscopy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 96 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Linn is currently accepting new patients.

Graduate Institution

Medical College Of Wisconsin

Specialties

General Surgery
Bariatric Medicine

Licenses

Surgery in IL

Fellowships

Ohio State University Medical Center, Minimally Invasive Surgery, 2011

Hospital Affiliations

Swedish Hospital
Northshore University Healthsystem - Evanston Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Locations

Endeavor Health Medical Group
1000 Central St., Suite 800, Evanston, IL 60201
Other Locations
Endeavor Health Medical Group
2050 Pfingsten Rd., Suite 128, 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.

1 Clinical Trials

A Randomized Controlled Study of Self Fixating Mesh Versus Non Fixating Polyester Mesh for Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
A Randomized Controlled Study of Self Fixating Mesh Versus Non Fixating Polyester Mesh for Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: September 11, 2019
Intervention Type: Procedure
Study Phase: Not Applicable

96 Total Publications

Impact of preoperative depression severity and antidepressant medication use on perioperative outcomes and long-term weight loss following primary bariatric surgery.
Impact of preoperative depression severity and antidepressant medication use on perioperative outcomes and long-term weight loss following primary bariatric surgery.
Journal: Surgical endoscopy
Published: March 31, 2026
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Evanston, IL 
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847-570-1700
Languages Spoken:
English
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Accepting New Patients
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H. Mason Hedberg, MD, a minimally invasive gastrointestinal and general surgeon at Endeavor Health, uses advanced surgical techniques to improve outcomes and reduce recovery time. He is especially interested in using small-incision and endoscopic approaches to address conditions that affect patients' quality of life. Dr. Hedberg is also exploring the use of gastric stimulation and other technologies to treat complex GI disorders through less invasive means. Dr. Hedberg is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Hedberg is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Hedberg is currently accepting new patients.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. John G. Linn

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Is Dr. John G. Linn a top-rated expert for Hernia?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John G. Linn is classified as an Elite expert for Hernia, 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. John G. Linn specialize in?

While Dr. John G. Linn is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, and Choledocholithiasis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.

Does Dr. John G. Linn participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. John G. Linn has published 96 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hernia. You can view a list of Dr. John G. Linn's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. John G. Linn accept my insurance?

Dr. John G. Linn accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 847-570-1700 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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