Overview
Shishir Maithel is a Surgical Oncologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Maithel has been practicing medicine for over 26 years is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Gallbladder Cancer, Pancreatic Islet Cell Tumor, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Hepatectomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 585 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Dr. Maithel has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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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
Melissa Hogg, MD, a surgical oncologist at Endeavor Health, provides advanced, minimally invasive surgical care for patients with cancer and complex conditions. She specializes in robotic-assisted procedures and evidence-based treatment strategies that promote both longevity and quality of life. Dr. Hogg is also dedicated to surgical education and innovation, ensuring that advances in technology and training continue to enhance patient safety and outcomes. Dr. Hogg is highly rated in 50 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.
Jeffrey Wayne is a Surgical Oncologist and a General Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Wayne has been practicing medicine for over 34 years is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Lymphadenectomy, and Gastrectomy.
Nora Hansen is a Surgical Oncologist and a General Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Hansen has been practicing medicine for over 38 years is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Intraductal Papilloma, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Shishir K. Maithel
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Shishir K. Maithel?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Shishir K. Maithel by calling their office at 866-587-4322. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Shishir K. Maithel a top-rated expert for Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Shishir K. Maithel is classified as an Elite expert for Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct 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. Shishir K. Maithel specialize in?
While Dr. Shishir K. Maithel is a Surgical Oncology, they have specific expertise in Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Gallbladder Cancer, and Pancreatic Islet Cell Tumor. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Surgical Oncology.
Does Dr. Shishir K. Maithel participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Shishir K. Maithel has published 585 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer). You can view a list of Dr. Shishir K. Maithel's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Shishir K. Maithel accept my insurance?
Dr. Shishir K. Maithel accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 866-587-4322 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
- Elite
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)
- Gallbladder CancerDr. Maithel isElite. Learn about Gallbladder Cancer.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Maithel isElite. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- Gallbladder RemovalDr. Maithel isElite. Learn about Gallbladder Removal.
- HepatectomyDr. Maithel isElite. Learn about Hepatectomy.
- LymphadenectomyDr. Maithel isElite. Learn about Lymphadenectomy.
- Distinguished
- Adrenal CancerDr. Maithel isDistinguished. Learn about Adrenal Cancer.
- Adrenocortical CarcinomaDr. Maithel isDistinguished. Learn about Adrenocortical Carcinoma.
- Ampullary CancerDr. Maithel isDistinguished. Learn about Ampullary Cancer.
- Gastrointestinal Stromal TumorDr. Maithel isDistinguished. Learn about Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor.
- Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary SurgeryDr. Maithel isDistinguished. Learn about Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.
- Liver CancerDr. Maithel isDistinguished. Learn about Liver Cancer.
- Advanced
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Maithel isAdvanced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- Bile Duct CystsDr. Maithel isAdvanced. Learn about Bile Duct Cysts.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Maithel isAdvanced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes
- EndoscopyDr. Maithel isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Maithel isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Experienced
- Desmoplastic Small Round Cell TumorDr. Maithel isExperienced. Learn about Desmoplastic Small Round Cell Tumor.
- Esophageal CancerDr. Maithel isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Cancer.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Maithel isExperienced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Fibrolamellar CarcinomaDr. Maithel isExperienced. Learn about Fibrolamellar Carcinoma.
- GanglioneuromaDr. Maithel isExperienced. Learn about Ganglioneuroma.
- Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)