Summary

Dr. Hector Hernandez is a gastroenterologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating digestive system disorders. He earned his medical degree from Universidad Francisco Marroquin Facultad De Medicina and completed his residency at McGaw Medical Center. With 35 years of experience in gastroenterology, Dr. Hernandez has developed extensive expertise in caring for patients with complex digestive health needs. He is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Hernandez practices at multiple locations throughout the Chicago area, including Park Ridge, Maywood, Chicago, Hoffman Estates, and Elk Grove Village. His hospital affiliations include Ascension Alexian Brothers, Loyola University Medical Center, and University of Illinois Hospital, among others. He treats patients experiencing abdominal pain and digestive concerns, including specialized care during pregnancy. His procedural expertise includes upper GI endoscopy and sedation services for diagnostic procedures. Patients rate Dr. Hernandez an average of 2.7 out of 5 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

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

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. Manoj K Mehta, MDDr. Daksesh Patel, DODr. Lawrence Gluskin, MD
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
2.7 
4.9 
4.1 
3.4 
35 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Park Ridge , ILEVANSTON , ILChicago , ILChicago , IL
Med School: Universidad Francisco Marroquin Facultad De Medicina Med School: Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center Med School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University of Illinois College of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Hector M Hernandez

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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

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Mcgaw Medical Center

Medical School

Universidad Francisco Marroquin Facultad De MedicinaGraduated in 1991

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What languages does Dr. Hector Hernandez speak?
Dr. Hector Hernandez speaks Spanish and English.
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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