Summary

Dr. Hector Hernandez treats failure to thrive, poor weight gain, and dysphagia, and performs alkaline phosphatase, hepatic function panel, and alanine aminotransferase testing. He has practiced gastroenterology for 35 years and is affiliated with Ascension Alexian Brothers, Loyola University Medical Center, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, Ascension Saint Alexius, University of Illinois Hospital, Advocate Children's Hospital, Ascension Saint Alexius Women and Children's Hospital, and Ronald McDonald Children's Hospital of Loyola University Medical Center.

Dr. Hernandez completed his residency at McGaw Medical Center and sees patients in Park Ridge, Maywood, Chicago, Hoffman Estates, and Elk Grove Village, Illinois. He speaks English and Spanish.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.7
  • 35 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Mcgaw Medical Center
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 8 hospital affiliations
  • 7 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Dr. Hector M Hernandez has 7 locations

Advocate Lutheran General Hospital

1775 Dempster StPark Ridge, IL 60068

University Of Illinois Children And Youth Center

1801 W Taylor St Ste 2EChicago, IL 60612
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Amita Health Saint Alexius Medical Center

1555 N Barrington RdHoffman Estates, IL 60169

Ascension Alexian Brothers

800 Biesterfield RdElk Grove Village, IL 60007

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Dr. Hector M Hernandez, MDDr. Lawrence Gluskin, MDDr. W. Reid Glaws, DODr. Daksesh Patel, DO
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
2.7 
3.4 
4.5 
4.1 
35 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Park Ridge , ILChicago , ILLindenhurst , ILChicago , IL
Med School: Universidad Francisco Marroquin Facultad De Medicina Med School: University of Illinois College of Medicine Med School: New York College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Hector M Hernandez has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Hector M Hernandez has the following area of expertise

  • Pediatric Gastroenterology

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

Dr. Hector M Hernandez holds an expired medical license in the state of Illinois.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Illinois that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Mcgaw Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad Francisco Marroquin Facultad De Medicina in 1991.

NPI Number

Dr. Hernandez's NPI number is 1235103110.

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Where is Dr. Hector Hernandez's office located?
Dr. Hector Hernandez's office is located at 1775 Dempster St, Park Ridge, IL, 60068.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hector Hernandez affiliated with?
Dr. Hector Hernandez is affiliated with Ascension Alexian Brothers, Loyola University Medical Center, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, Ascension Saint Alexius, University Of Illinois Hospital, Advocate Childrens Hospital, Ascension Saint Alexius Women And Childrens Hospital, and Ronald Mcdonald Childrens Hospital Of Loyola University Medical Center.
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