Monika A. Krezalek
Expertise in
20
conditions
Expertise in
20
conditions
Endeavor Health Medical Group
1000 Central St., Suite 800, 
Evanston, IL 

Overview

Monika Krezalek, MD, a colorectal surgeon at Endeavor Health, specializes in minimally invasive and robotic techniques to treat colon and rectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, diverticulitis and benign anorectal conditions. She leads the nationally accredited Rectal Cancer Program at Endeavor Health, where she collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive, coordinated care. Dr. Krezalek is committed to advancing surgical innovation to improve recovery for patients and is dedicated to advancing excellence in colorectal surgery and cancer care.

Dr. Krezalek is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rectal Prolapse, Hemorrhoids, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Bladder Reconstruction, and Small Bowel Resection.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 23 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Krezalek is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

General Surgery
Colorectal Surgery

Licenses

Surgery in IL

Fellowships

Mayo Clinic College of Medicine, Colon/Rectal Surgery, 2019

Hospital Affiliations

Swedish Hospital
Northshore University Healthsystem - Evanston Hospital

Languages Spoken

English
Polish

Gender

Female

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Locations

Endeavor Health Medical Group
1000 Central St., Suite 800, Evanston, IL 60201

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. Monika A. Krezalek

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Monika A. Krezalek?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Monika A. Krezalek 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. Monika A. Krezalek a top-rated expert for Rectal Prolapse?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Monika A. Krezalek is classified as an Distinguished expert for Rectal Prolapse, 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. Monika A. Krezalek specialize in?

While Dr. Monika A. Krezalek is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Rectal Prolapse, Hemorrhoids, and Familial Colorectal Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.

Does Dr. Monika A. Krezalek participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Monika A. Krezalek has published 23 articles and abstracts on conditions like Rectal Prolapse. You can view a list of Dr. Monika A. Krezalek's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Monika A. Krezalek accept my insurance?

Dr. Monika A. Krezalek 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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