
Overview
I strive to provide surgical care with the skill and compassion that I would want for myself and my family. I aim to maintain a level of skill that is current with the newest and most advanced surgical techniques, while utilizing my 25 years of experience as a surgeon to know when to use these techniques.
Dr. Vallina is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Malabsorption, Hernia Surgery, and Endoscopy.
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- HMO
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- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
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
John G. Linn, MD, a gastrointestinal and general surgeon at Endeavor Health, specializes in foregut and bariatric surgery. He treats a range of conditions including gallbladder disease, hernias and complex abdominal wall defects. Dr. Linn performs advanced procedures such as laparoscopic hernia repair, cholecystectomy and abdominal wall reconstruction to help patients improve digestive health and function. Dr. Linn is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Choledocholithiasis, Hiatal Hernia, Gallbladder Removal, and Endoscopy.
Endeavor Health Medical Group
Stephen Haggerty, MD, a gastrointestinal and general surgeon at Endeavor Health, specializes in minimally invasive techniques, including weight loss surgery and hernia repair. Practicing since 1998, he draws on decades of experience to provide individualized care and successful surgical outcomes. Dr. Haggerty also incorporates robotic surgery to manage complex cases and shorten recovery times. Dr. Haggerty is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Removal, and Endoscopy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Van L. Vallina
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Van L. Vallina?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Van L. Vallina by calling their office at 630-790-1700. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Van L. Vallina a top-rated expert for Hernia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Van L. Vallina is classified as an Advanced expert for Hernia, 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. Van L. Vallina specialize in?
While Dr. Van L. Vallina is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Hernia, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Malabsorption. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Van L. Vallina accept my insurance?
Dr. Van L. Vallina accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 630-790-1700 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
- Advanced
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Vallina isAdvanced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Vallina isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Vallina isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- HerniaDr. Vallina isAdvanced. Learn about Hernia.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Vallina isAdvanced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- MalabsorptionDr. Vallina isAdvanced. Learn about Malabsorption.
- Experienced
- AchalasiaDr. Vallina isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Vallina isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Bladder ReconstructionDr. Vallina isExperienced. Learn about Bladder Reconstruction.
- CellulitisDr. Vallina isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Vallina isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria (CSU)Dr. Vallina isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria (CSU).



