Overview
Megan Melland-Smith is a General Surgeon and a Colorectal Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Melland-Smith has been practicing medicine for over 9 years is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Hernia, Femoral Hernia, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Ileostomy, and Colostomy.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 25 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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259 E Erie St, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60611
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.
Endeavor Health Medical Group
James Spitz, MD, a colon and rectal surgeon at Endeavor Health, is board-certified in colorectal surgery with expertise in the diagnosis and surgical management of benign and malignant diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. He provides comprehensive care for conditions such as colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease and complex anorectal disorders. Dr. Spitz combines advanced surgical skill with clear, compassionate communication to guide patients through every stage of treatment. Dr. Spitz is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Encopresis, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hernia Surgery.
Vitaliy Poylin is a Colorectal Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Poylin has been practicing medicine for over 24 years is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Rectal Prolapse, Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery.
University Of Chicago
Roger Hurst is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Hurst is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Radiation Enteritis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Hurst is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Megan Melland-Smith
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Megan Melland-Smith?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Megan Melland-Smith by calling their office at 312-926-5620. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Megan Melland-Smith a top-rated expert for Hernia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Megan Melland-Smith is classified as an Advanced 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. Megan Melland-Smith specialize in?
While Dr. Megan Melland-Smith is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Hernia, Ileostomy, and Femoral Hernia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Megan Melland-Smith participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Megan Melland-Smith has published 25 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hernia. You can view a list of Dr. Megan Melland-Smith's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
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.
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- Advanced
- HerniaDr. Melland-Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Hernia.
- IleostomyDr. Melland-Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Ileostomy.
- Experienced
- ColostomyDr. Melland-Smith isExperienced. Learn about Colostomy.
- EndoscopyDr. Melland-Smith isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Femoral HerniaDr. Melland-Smith isExperienced. Learn about Femoral Hernia.
- Gastrointestinal FistulaDr. Melland-Smith isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Fistula.