3.9
17 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Stephen Ganshirt treats patients requiring abdominal surgery, breast surgery, and gallbladder surgery, and performs abdominal hernia repair and abdominal ultrasound. He practices surgery and has 37 years of experience in the field.
Dr. Ganshirt earned his medical degree from Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine and completed his residency at Providence-Providence Park Hospital/MSUCHM in 1994. He is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital and sees patients in Lake Forest and Grayslake, Illinois. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Ganshirt 3.94 out of 5.
Dr. Ganshirt earned his medical degree from Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine and completed his residency at Providence-Providence Park Hospital/MSUCHM in 1994. He is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital and sees patients in Lake Forest and Grayslake, Illinois. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Ganshirt 3.94 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 37 years of experience
- 13 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Providence-Providence Park Hospital/MSUCHM
- 2 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 5 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 4 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Stephen W. Ganshirt has 4 locationsNorthwestern Medical Group
1000 N Westmoreland Rd Pavilion A, Level 1Lake Forest, IL 60045 Tel: (847) 234-4310
Northwestern Medicine Grayslake Internal Medicine
1275 E Belvidere Rd Ste 250Grayslake, IL 60030 Tel: (847) 234-4310
Northwestern Medicine Surgical Services
1475 E Belvidere Rd Ste 311Grayslake, IL 60030 Tel: (847) 234-4310
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| Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 37 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience | 35 Years of Experience | 22 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| Lake Forest , IL | Chicago , IL | Gurnee , IL | Arlington Heights , IL |
| Med School: Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine | Med School: New York University School Of Medicine | Med School: University of Nebraska College of Medicine | Med School: Midwestern University, Chicago College of OsteopathicMedicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Stephen W. Ganshirt
Medical Specialties
Stephen W. Ganshirt has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Stephen W. Ganshirt has the following 5 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
37 Years Experience
Stephen W. Ganshirt 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 Providence-Providence Park Hospital/MSUCHM in 1994 and Ascension Providence/MSUCHM in 1994.
Medical School
Graduated from Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine in 1989.
NPI Number
Stephen W. Ganshirt's NPI number is 1245200757.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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- Does Stephen Ganshirt accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Stephen Ganshirt accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Which hospitals is Stephen Ganshirt affiliated with?
- Stephen Ganshirt is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital.
- Does Stephen Ganshirt accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Stephen Ganshirt has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- What languages does Stephen Ganshirt speak?
- Stephen Ganshirt speaks English.
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