Overview
Vivek Prachand is a Bariatric Medicine specialist and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois.
Dr. Prachand is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Hiatal Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Small Bowel Resection.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 32 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Prachand is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
5758 S. Maryland Ave., Chicago, IL 60637
355 E. Grand Ave., Chicago, IL 60611
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 clinical expertise encompasses Achalasia, Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Gallbladder Removal, and Endoscopy. Dr. Ujiki is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Ujiki is currently accepting new patients.
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 clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Removal, and Endoscopy. Dr. Linn is currently accepting new patients.
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 clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Removal, and Endoscopy. Dr. Haggerty is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Haggerty is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Vivek N. Prachand
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Vivek N. Prachand?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Vivek N. Prachand by calling their office at 888-824-0200. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Vivek N. Prachand a top-rated expert for Obesity?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Vivek N. Prachand is classified as an Distinguished expert for Obesity, 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. Vivek N. Prachand specialize in?
While Dr. Vivek N. Prachand is a Bariatric Medicine, they have specific expertise in Obesity, Hiatal Hernia, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Bariatric Medicine.
Does Dr. Vivek N. Prachand participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Vivek N. Prachand has published 32 articles and abstracts on conditions like Obesity. You can view a list of Dr. Vivek N. Prachand's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Vivek N. Prachand accept my insurance?
Dr. Vivek N. Prachand accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 888-824-0200 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
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Prachand isDistinguished. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- ObesityDr. Prachand isDistinguished. Learn about Obesity.
- Advanced
- EndoscopyDr. Prachand isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- HerniaDr. Prachand isAdvanced. Learn about Hernia.
- Small Bowel ResectionDr. Prachand isAdvanced. Learn about Small Bowel Resection.
- Experienced
- AchalasiaDr. Prachand isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Prachand isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Prachand isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Prachand isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Prachand isExperienced. Learn about Gallstones.
- GastrectomyDr. Prachand isExperienced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Gastric BypassDr. Prachand isExperienced. Learn about Gastric Bypass.
- Gastrointestinal FistulaDr. Prachand isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Fistula.
- Gastrointestinal Stromal TumorDr. Prachand isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor.
- Hernia SurgeryDr. Prachand isExperienced. Learn about Hernia Surgery.
- MalnutritionDr. Prachand isExperienced. Learn about Malnutrition.
- Obesity in ChildrenDr. Prachand isExperienced. Learn about Obesity in Children.
- Short Bowel SyndromeDr. Prachand isExperienced. Learn about Short Bowel Syndrome.
- Sleeve GastrectomyDr. Prachand isExperienced. Learn about Sleeve Gastrectomy.
- Stomach CancerDr. Prachand isExperienced. Learn about Stomach Cancer.
- Umbilical HerniaDr. Prachand isExperienced. Learn about Umbilical Hernia.
- Venous Thromboembolism (VTE)Dr. Prachand isExperienced. Learn about Venous Thromboembolism (VTE).