Overview
John Smetona is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Oak Lawn, Illinois.
Dr. Smetona is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Metopic Ridge, Plagiocephaly, Craniosynostosis, Osteotomy, and Craniectomy.
Dr. Smetona is board certified in American Board Of Plastic Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 40 peer reviewed articles.
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9555 S 52nd Ave, Oak Lawn, IL 60453
4440 W 95th St, Oak Lawn, IL 60453
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. John Smetona
How do I make an appointment with Dr. John Smetona?
You can book an appointment with Dr. John Smetona by calling their office at 847-318-9330. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. John Smetona a top-rated expert for Metopic Ridge?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John Smetona is classified as an Advanced expert for Metopic Ridge, 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 Smetona specialize in?
While Dr. John Smetona is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Metopic Ridge, Plagiocephaly, and Craniosynostosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. John Smetona participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. John Smetona has published 40 articles and abstracts on conditions like Metopic Ridge. You can view a list of Dr. John Smetona's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. John Smetona accept my insurance?
Dr. John Smetona accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 847-318-9330 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- CraniosynostosisDr. Smetona isAdvanced. Learn about Craniosynostosis.
- Metopic RidgeDr. Smetona isAdvanced. Learn about Metopic Ridge.
- OsteotomyDr. Smetona isAdvanced. Learn about Osteotomy.
- PlagiocephalyDr. Smetona isAdvanced. Learn about Plagiocephaly.
- Experienced
- Acrofacial Dysostosis Rodriguez TypeDr. Smetona isExperienced. Learn about Acrofacial Dysostosis Rodriguez Type.
- Acrofrontofacionasal Dysostosis SyndromeDr. Smetona isExperienced. Learn about Acrofrontofacionasal Dysostosis Syndrome.
- Cleft Lip and PalateDr. Smetona isExperienced. Learn about Cleft Lip and Palate.
- CraniectomyDr. Smetona isExperienced. Learn about Craniectomy.
- Crouzon SyndromeDr. Smetona isExperienced. Learn about Crouzon Syndrome.
- MicrognathiaDr. Smetona isExperienced. Learn about Micrognathia.