Overview
Seth Krantz, MD, a thoracic surgeon at Endeavor Health, specializes in minimally invasive surgery for lung and esophageal cancers, including robotic-assisted techniques. As chief of thoracic surgery, he is committed to personalized care, from diagnosis through recovery, and is actively involved in research exploring genetic risk factors for cancer. Dr. Krantz is particularly focused on improving early detection and expanding lung cancer screening using genetic insights to better identify patients at risk.
Dr. Krantz is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Lung Nodules, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 43 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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2650 Ridge Ave., Kellogg Cancer Center, Evanston, IL 60201
757 Park Ave. West, Kellogg Cancer Center, Highland Park, IL 60035
5140 N. California Ave., Suite 700-GMP, Chicago, IL 60625
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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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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Seth Krantz
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Seth Krantz?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Seth Krantz by calling their office at 847-570-2868. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Seth Krantz a top-rated expert for Lung Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Seth Krantz is classified as an Distinguished expert for Lung 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. Seth Krantz specialize in?
While Dr. Seth Krantz is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Lung Cancer, Lung Nodules, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Seth Krantz participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Seth Krantz has published 43 articles and abstracts on conditions like Lung Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Seth Krantz's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Seth Krantz accept my insurance?
Dr. Seth Krantz accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 847-570-2868 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.
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- Distinguished
- Collapsed LungDr. Krantz isDistinguished. Learn about Collapsed Lung.
- Fibrosing MediastinitisDr. Krantz isDistinguished. Learn about Fibrosing Mediastinitis.
- Lung CancerDr. Krantz isDistinguished. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Lung NodulesDr. Krantz isDistinguished. Learn about Lung Nodules.
- Pleuropulmonary BlastomaDr. Krantz isDistinguished. Learn about Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
- Advanced
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Krantz isAdvanced. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- Esophageal PerforationDr. Krantz isAdvanced. Learn about Esophageal Perforation.
- Lung AdenocarcinomaDr. Krantz isAdvanced. Learn about Lung Adenocarcinoma.
- Lymphofollicular HyperplasiaDr. Krantz isAdvanced. Learn about Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia.
- Metastatic Pleural TumorDr. Krantz isAdvanced. Learn about Metastatic Pleural Tumor.
- Experienced
- Cardiac DiverticulumDr. Krantz isExperienced. Learn about Cardiac Diverticulum.
- Chylous AscitesDr. Krantz isExperienced. Learn about Chylous Ascites.
- Classical Hodgkin LymphomaDr. Krantz isExperienced. Learn about Classical Hodgkin Lymphoma.
- Coal Worker's PneumoconiosisDr. Krantz isExperienced. Learn about Coal Worker's Pneumoconiosis.
- EmphysemaDr. Krantz isExperienced. Learn about Emphysema.
- EndoscopyDr. Krantz isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.