Summary

Dr. David Klem specializes in surgery with 35 years of experience helping patients with complex surgical needs. He earned his medical degree from Rush University Medical College and completed both his residency at Rush University Medical Center and a fellowship at the Endo-Surgery Institute in 1996. Dr. Klem speaks English and brings more than three decades of surgical expertise to his practice.

Dr. Klem is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital and practices in Wheaton, Illinois. His surgical focus includes abdominal procedures, biliary surgery, and colorectal operations. He performs pathology tests and surgical pathology procedures to help diagnose and treat various conditions. Patients rate Dr. Klem 4.8 out of 5 stars for his care and expertise.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 35 years of experience
  • 24 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Endo-Surgery Institute
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

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4.8 
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35 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience
Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Wheaton , ILORLAND PARK , ILMaywood , ILMaywood , IL
Med School: Rush University Medical College Med School: Pikeville College School of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. David A. Klem

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • All Savers Insurance
  • Amita Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. David A. Klem has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. David A. Klem has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Gallbladder Surgery
  • Gastric Bypass (Gastrojejunostomy)
  • General Surgeon
  • Hernia
  • Weight Loss Surgery (Bariatric Surgery)

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Endo-Surgery Institute1996

Residency

Rush University Medical Center1996

Medical School

Rush University Medical CollegeGraduated in 1991

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Dr. David Klem speaks English.
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