Richard J. Fantus

Overview

Richard Fantus is a General Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Hypothermia, Delirium, Prostatectomy, and Nephrectomy.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 83 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

Rosalind Franklin University Of Medicine And Science, MD

Residency

University of Illinois at Chicago, General Surgery

Specialties

General Surgery

Licenses

Trauma Surgery in IL

Board Certifications

American Board Of Surgery

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Devoted Health
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE
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  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Meridian Choice
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
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Locations

Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center
836 W Wellington Ave, Chicago, IL 60657

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.


83 Total Publications

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Richard J. Fantus

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Richard J. Fantus?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Richard J. Fantus by calling their office at 773-296-5073. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Richard J. Fantus a top-rated expert for Chronic Subdural Hematoma?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Richard J. Fantus is classified as an Experienced expert for Chronic Subdural Hematoma, 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. Richard J. Fantus specialize in?

While Dr. Richard J. Fantus is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Hypothermia, and Prostatectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.

Does Dr. Richard J. Fantus participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Richard J. Fantus has published 83 articles and abstracts on conditions like Chronic Subdural Hematoma. You can view a list of Dr. Richard J. Fantus's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Richard J. Fantus accept my insurance?

Dr. Richard J. Fantus accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 773-296-5073 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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