Overview
Katharine Yao is a General Surgeon in Evanston, Illinois. Dr. Yao is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Intraductal Papilloma, Angiosarcoma, and Lymphadenectomy.
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Locations
2650 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
2050 Pfingsten Rd Ste 130, Glenview, IL 60026
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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Katharine Yao
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Katharine Yao?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Katharine Yao by calling their office at 847-570-1700. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Katharine Yao a top-rated expert for Breast Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Katharine Yao is classified as an Distinguished expert for Breast 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. Katharine Yao specialize in?
While Dr. Katharine Yao is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Intraductal Papilloma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Katharine Yao accept my insurance?
Dr. Katharine Yao 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.
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
- AngiosarcomaDr. Yao isDistinguished. Learn about Angiosarcoma.
- Breast CancerDr. Yao isDistinguished. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Intraductal PapillomaDr. Yao isDistinguished. Learn about Intraductal Papilloma.
- Paget Disease of the BreastDr. Yao isDistinguished. Learn about Paget Disease of the Breast.
- Advanced
- BRCA Positive Breast CancerDr. Yao isAdvanced. Learn about BRCA Positive Breast Cancer.
- Breast InfectionDr. Yao isAdvanced. Learn about Breast Infection.
- Breast LumpDr. Yao isAdvanced. Learn about Breast Lump.
- DICER1 SyndromeDr. Yao isAdvanced. Learn about DICER1 Syndrome.
- FibroadenomaDr. Yao isAdvanced. Learn about Fibroadenoma.
- Fibrocystic Breast DiseaseDr. Yao isAdvanced. Learn about Fibrocystic Breast Disease.
- Experienced
- Acrogeria, Gottron TypeDr. Yao isExperienced. Learn about Acrogeria, Gottron Type.
- Bazex SyndromeDr. Yao isExperienced. Learn about Bazex Syndrome.
- Breast Cancer in MenDr. Yao isExperienced. Learn about Breast Cancer in Men.
- Breast Enlargement In MalesDr. Yao isExperienced. Learn about Breast Enlargement In Males.
- CellulitisDr. Yao isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- Congenital Hypotrichosis MiliaDr. Yao isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Hypotrichosis Milia.


