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 19 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Rectal Prolapse, Hemorrhoids, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Bladder Reconstruction, and Small Bowel Resection.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 23 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
Graduate Institution
Residency
Specialties
Licenses
Fellowships
Hospital Affiliations
Languages Spoken
Gender
Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- PPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- EPO
- POS
- HMO
- INDEMNITY
- POS
- PPO
- OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
- OTHER MEDICAID
- STATE MEDICAID
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE PDP
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- PPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
- MEDICARE PDP
- OTHER MEDICARE
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
757 Park Ave. West, Suite 2850, Highland Park, IL 60035
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.
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
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 top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Monika Krezalek
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Monika Krezalek?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Monika 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 Krezalek a top-rated expert for Rectal Prolapse?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Monika 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 Krezalek specialize in?
While Dr. Monika 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 Krezalek participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Monika Krezalek has published 23 articles and abstracts on conditions like Rectal Prolapse. You can view a list of Dr. Monika 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 Krezalek accept my insurance?
Dr. Monika 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.
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
- HemorrhoidsDr. Krezalek isDistinguished. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- Rectal ProlapseDr. Krezalek isDistinguished. Learn about Rectal Prolapse.
- Advanced
- Anal CancerDr. Krezalek isAdvanced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- Anal FissureDr. Krezalek isAdvanced. Learn about Anal Fissure.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Krezalek isAdvanced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Krezalek isAdvanced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- EncopresisDr. Krezalek isAdvanced. Learn about Encopresis.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Krezalek isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Experienced
- Acrogeria, Gottron TypeDr. Krezalek isExperienced. Learn about Acrogeria, Gottron Type.
- Anorectal AbscessDr. Krezalek isExperienced. Learn about Anorectal Abscess.
- Attenuated Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Krezalek isExperienced. Learn about Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Bazex SyndromeDr. Krezalek isExperienced. Learn about Bazex Syndrome.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Krezalek isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Bladder ReconstructionDr. Krezalek isExperienced. Learn about Bladder Reconstruction.