346 General Surgeons Found in Oak Lawn, IL

We found 346 General Surgeons available in Oak Lawn, IL with an average 4 stars across 3,725 reviews. Find the best one for your needs by years of experience, distance, reviews on Vitals, and more through the filters provided below. Currently, 169 General Surgeons listed are accepting new patients and 136 accept Medicare.

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Dr. Ara K. Pridjian, MD

Vascular Surgery
Accepting New Patients
Chicago, IL5.5 mi
Ara K. Pridjian, M.D., is a board-certified physician with decades of clinical and leadership experience, specializing in vascular, endovascular, and cardiothoracic surgery. View Profile

Dr. Di Fan, MD

Thoracic Surgery
Provided follow-up after the visit
43 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Chicago, IL5.5 mi
Dr. Di Fan has studied and practiced thoracic surgery throughout his academic and professional career, which spans over 30 years. He holds a Ph.D. View Profile

Dr. Shannon Davis, DO

Surgery
Provided follow-up after the visit
35 years exp
Accepting New Patients
ORLAND PARK, IL7.7 mi
Dr. Shannon Davis is a skilled surgeon and vein specialist with more than a decade of experience in her field. View Profile

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Dr. Michel Nadim Ilbawi, MD

Thoracic Surgery
55 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi
"Dr.Ilbawi has performed 3 surgeries on my baby. He is truly a gift, you won’t find anyone as kind and humble as him." View Profile

Dr. Rajendra Ramniklal Shah, MD

Surgery
53 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oak Lawn, IL1.9 mi
Dr. Rajendra Ramniklal Shah, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Oak Lawn, IL, with other offices in Orland Park, IL and Chicago, IL(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Philip Joseph Alexander, MD

Thoracic Surgery
33 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi
"I am glad this is over with. But it was a great experience with these surgeons and office staff." View Profile

Dr. Sam G. Pappas, MD

Surgery
28 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oak Lawn, IL
Dr. Sam G. Pappas, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Oak Lawn, IL, with another office in Chicago, IL. He has 28 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Faris Abusharif, MD

Anesthesiology
27 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oak Lawn, IL2.0 mi
Dr. Faris Abusharif, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Oak Lawn, IL, with other offices in ORLAND PARK, IL and Hinsdale, IL(and 4 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Dean Michael Govostis, MD

Vascular Surgery
42 years exp
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi

Dr. Henry J Fuentes, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
44 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi
Dr. Henry J Fuentes, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Oak Lawn, IL, with other offices in Palos Heights, IL and Joliet, IL(and 6 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Douglas Philip Slakey, MD

Transplant Surgery
37 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi
"I would highly recommend Dr. Douglas Slakey as a surgeon. I donated a kidney to my daughter and Dr. Slakey was my surgeon." View Profile

Dr. Anthony Kouri, MD

Surgery
1 Award
12 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oak Lawn, IL2.9 mi
"He listened, he explained, he understood. The biggest things to take away from this. He was extremely nice, listened to all my concerns and offered options that are not just PT." View Profile

Dr. John Mark Santaniello, MD

Surgery
31 years exp
Accepting New Patients
OAK LAWN, IL2.5 mi
"Dr. John Santaniello saved my life. I will always be indebted to him. He is wonderful!!" View Profile

Dr. Marissa Anderson, MD

Surgery
16 years exp
Accepting New Patients
OAK LAWN, IL
Dr. Marissa Anderson, MD is a health care provider primarily located in OAK LAWN, IL, with other offices in Chicago, IL and OAK LAWN, IL. She has 16 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Robert Gerard Kummerer, MD

Thoracic Surgery
36 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi
"He has a great demeanor. Honest. Genuinely cares." View Profile

Dr. Saeed Ahmad Chowdhry, MD

Plastic Surgery
20 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oak Lawn, IL1.5 mi
Dr. Saeed Ahmad Chowdhry, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Oak Lawn, IL, with other offices in Oak Lawn, IL and Evansville, IN(and 5 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Barbara Lynn Krueger, MD

Surgery
38 years exp
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi
"Facing cancer isn't easy but Dr. Krueger and her staff were wonderful" View Profile

Dr. Aaron David Berger, MD

Urology
25 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Chicago Ridge, IL0.6 mi
"I just had my 6 year check-up after prostate cancer surgery and having had contact with other friends who went through the same experience I have one thing to say, They should have all gone to Dr. Berger." View Profile

Dr. Nikola Kaylar Puffinbarger, MD

Surgery
35 years exp
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi
Dr. Nikola Kaylar Puffinbarger, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Oak Lawn, IL, with other offices in Oak Lawn, IL and Oklahoma City, OK(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Luca Arsenio Vricella, MD

Thoracic Surgery
35 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi
Dr. Luca Arsenio Vricella, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Oak Lawn, IL, with other offices in Chicago, IL and Park Ridge, IL(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Michael Walter Frank

Surgery
37 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi
Dr. Michael Walter Frank is a health care provider primarily located in Oak Lawn, IL, with other offices in Aurora, IL and Oak Lawn, IL(and 5 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Antone John Tatooles, MD

Thoracic Surgery
37 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi
Dr. Antone John Tatooles, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Oak Lawn, IL, with other offices in Chicago, IL and Hinsdale, IL(and 5 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Steven C Schaefer, MD

Surgery
22 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oak Lawn, IL1.6 mi
"Hi single focus appears to be in making patient comfortable prior to and after surgery" View Profile

Dr. Deborah Susan Loeff, MD

Surgery
49 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi
Dr. Deborah Susan Loeff, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Oak Lawn, IL, with other offices in Park Ridge, IL and Oak Lawn, IL(and 4 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Hussam Al-Masri, MD

Family Medicine
34 years exp
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi
"great Dr." View Profile

Dr. Rodney Howard Thill, MD

Surgery
36 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi
Dr. Rodney Howard Thill, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Oak Lawn, IL, with other offices in Hazel Crest, IL and Oak Lawn, IL. He has 36 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Deepak Mital, MD

Surgery
43 years exp
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi
"We have never met such an amazing doctor before. He explained everything to us perfectly and made sure our surgery went smoothly. God bless him" View Profile

Dr. Ellen Chieko Omi, MD

Critical Care Medicine
26 years exp
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi
Dr. Ellen Chieko Omi, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Oak Lawn, IL, with other offices in Hazel Crest, IL and Hines, IL. She has 26 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Keith Leroy Schaible, MD

Neurological Surgery
40 years exp
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi
"When I first meet him, Well I wasn't sure. Next visit he warmed up and I did to. January of 2018 He will perform the surgery, A church member had 2 aneurysms surgeries by him." View Profile

Dr. Bryce J Bardezbanian, MD

Surgery
22 years exp
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi
"Dr. B. was the only surgeon willing to take on my case. He removed an old piece of mesh that was causing me daily pain." View Profile

Dr. James Richard Odonnell, MD

Surgery
43 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi
"Dr. O'Donnell performed two abdominal surgeries on me at South Suburban Hospital in Hazel Crest, Illinois. In my opinion he is the best of the best." View Profile

Dr. Amy Ann Stewart, MD

Critical Care Medicine
18 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oak Lawn, IL1.6 mi
"She is a skilled surgeon with a caring bedside manner!" View Profile

Dr. Dimitrios Christos Nikas, MD

Neurological Surgery
34 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi
"Made us feel better. Took all the time needed" View Profile

Dr. Patroklos Steven Pappas, MD

Thoracic Surgery
43 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi
"Dr. Pappas saved my husbands life 20 years ago and he is still in good health after surgery." View Profile

Dr. George Farah Mesleh, MD

Surgery
55 years exp
Oak Lawn, IL1.5 mi
"excellent overall" View Profile

Dr. Khushroo Eruch Patel, MD

Surgery
66 years exp
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi
Dr. Khushroo Eruch Patel, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Oak Lawn, IL, with other offices in Northbrook, IL and Des Plaines, IL(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Swathi Reddy, MD

Surgery
13 years exp
Accepting New Patients
OAK LAWN, IL
Dr. Swathi Reddy, MD is a health care provider primarily located in OAK LAWN, IL, with other offices in Munster, IN and OAK LAWN, IL. They have 13 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Erik Andrew Swenson, DO

Surgery
33 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi
Dr. Erik Andrew Swenson, DO is a health care provider primarily located in Oak Lawn, IL, with other offices in Harvey, IL and Palos Heights, IL(and 5 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Jamie Scott Luria

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
14 years exp
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi
"I was very nervous when I broke my jaw but Dr. Luria helped me every step of the way." View Profile

Dr. Sanjeev Kumar Pradhan, MD

Vascular Surgery
28 years exp
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi
Dr. Sanjeev Kumar Pradhan, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Oak Lawn, IL, with other offices in Munster, IN and Oak Lawn, IL. He has 28 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Mark Adrian Faasse, MD

Urology
20 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi
"Dr Faasse is top notch! We felt important and taken care of from our first appointment to the day of surgery." View Profile

Dr. Marina Doliner, MD

Diagnostic Radiology
25 years exp
Accepting New Patients
OAK LAWN, IL2.5 mi
Dr. Marina Doliner, MD is a health care provider primarily located in OAK LAWN, IL, with other offices in OAK LAWN, IL and Park Ridge, IL. She has 25 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Chadrick Antony Cross, MD

Thoracic Surgery
23 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi
Dr. Chadrick Antony Cross, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Oak Lawn, IL, with other offices in Chicago, IL and Hinsdale, IL(and 7 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Howard N Sankary, MD

Surgery
47 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi
Dr. Howard N Sankary, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Oak Lawn, IL, with other offices in Oak Lawn, IL and Chicago, IL. They have 47 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Kenneth M Pelehac, DO

Critical Care Medicine
36 years exp
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi
Dr. Kenneth M Pelehac, DO is a health care provider primarily located in Oak Lawn, IL, with other offices in Woodsville, NH and Beloit, WI(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Marc George Mesleh, MD

Surgery
19 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi
"Wonderful in every way! Spectacular doctor, beautiful human" View Profile

Dr. Christian Fritz Hyacinthe

Surgery
7 years exp
Oak Lawn, IL2.9 mi
Dr. Christian Fritz Hyacinthe is a health care provider primarily located in Oak Lawn, IL, with other offices in Tinley Park, IL and Blue Island, IL(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Ameer Mustafa Gomberawalla, MD

Surgery
16 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi
Dr. Ameer Mustafa Gomberawalla, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Oak Lawn, IL, with other offices in Oak Lawn, IL and Oak Lawn, IL. He has 16 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Sai Sudarshan Ramasastry, MD

Plastic Surgery
60 years exp
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi
"outstanding" View Profile

Dr. Angel Bernardo Bassuk

Surgery
59 years exp
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi

Dr. Joseph William Brosnan, MD

Surgery
48 years exp
Oak Lawn, IL2.2 mi
Dr. Joseph William Brosnan, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Oak Lawn, IL. He has 48 years of experience. His specialties include Surgery, Other Specialty. View Profile

Dr. Gerald Klompien

Surgery
55 years exp
Oak Lawn, IL2.2 mi
Dr. Gerald Klompien is a health care provider primarily located in Oak Lawn, IL, with another office in Oak Lawn, IL. They have 55 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Nicholas Karjun Chan, MD

Ophthalmology
11 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oak Lawn, IL0.5 mi
"Dr. Chan is such an AMAZING & CARING doctor. He truly cares about the well-being of his patients. I feel like I was truly blessed when I found him." View Profile

Dr. Christian T Dannhausen-Brun, MD

Anesthesiology
29 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi
Dr. Christian T Dannhausen-Brun, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Oak Lawn, IL, with another office in Oak Lawn, IL. He has 29 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Rolando Stalin Campos Flores, MD

Surgery
26 years exp
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi
Dr. Rolando Stalin Campos Flores, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Oak Lawn, IL, with other offices in Milwaukee, WI and Hazel Crest, IL(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Monica Gabrielle Velasquez, MD

Urology
16 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oak Lawn, IL1.6 mi
Dr. Monica Gabrielle Velasquez, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Oak Lawn, IL, with other offices in Hazel Crest, IL and Oak Lawn, IL(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Thomas John Cartolano, DO

Critical Care Medicine
18 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi
Dr. Thomas John Cartolano, DO is a health care provider primarily located in Oak Lawn, IL, with other offices in Downers Grove, IL and Oak Lawn, IL. He has 18 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Mehr Nida Aftab, MD

Anesthesiology
19 years exp
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi
"I love Dr. Aftab! She is very professional and caring. The quality of care given is exceptional and it doesn't hurt that she is super pretty!" View Profile

Dr. Joslyn Marie Albright, MD

Surgery
21 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi
"Dr. Albright is an excellent physician. She takes all the time required to thoroughly explain procedures and test results." View Profile

Dr. James Conall Doherty, MD

Trauma Surgery
33 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi
Dr. James Conall Doherty, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Oak Lawn, IL, with another office in Oak Lawn, IL. He has 33 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Manish Tushar Raiji, MD

Surgery
18 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi
Dr. Manish Tushar Raiji, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Oak Lawn, IL, with other offices in Chicago, IL and Oak Lawn, IL. He has 18 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Jason Richard Zimmermann, MD

Surgery
11 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oak Lawn, IL2.5 mi
"He did a great surgery on me on my colon on October 30th. I had no pain and I am healing well." View Profile

What is a General Surgeon and How Can They Help You?

A surgeon performs operative interventions to treat pathology, trauma, and structural abnormalities through invasive techniques. Surgeons diagnose surgical conditions and provide perioperative patient management.

Surgeons complete medical school and surgical residency lasting five to seven years depending on specialty (general surgery, cardiothoracic, etc.). Many pursue subspecialty fellowship for specialized surgical expertise.

A Surgeon's clinical work involves:

  • Concentrates on operative management of disease and injury across body systems
  • Assesses patients, orders investigations, determines surgical indications, performs operations, oversees postoperative care
  • Treats traumatic injuries, neoplasms, hernias, appendiceal inflammation, biliary disease, and vascular pathology
  • Uses conventional open techniques, laparoscopic methods, robotic-assisted procedures, and minimally invasive approaches
  • Known as: general surgeon, operative specialist, MD, DO

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best way to search for a General Surgeon in Oak Lawn who accepts my health insurance?
Navigate to the insurance filter located at the top of the search page and select your health plan. This will display only General Surgeons in Oak Lawn who are in-network with your carrier. For additional confirmation, visit each doctor's profile or reach out to their office by phone.
Where can I find General Surgeons in Oak Lawn who offer virtual appointments?
Select the "Virtual Visit" filter at the top of the search page to see General Surgeons providing telehealth services in Oak Lawn. Check each doctor's profile for video visit options and online scheduling availability. You may also call their office to set up a remote consultation.
What's the easiest way to locate highly-rated General Surgeons in Oak Lawn?
Use the "Ratings" filter at the top of the search page to filter results by the average star rating. Browse individual profiles to see patient reviews and ratings in detail. When comparing General Surgeons, look at both the average star rating and how many patients have submitted reviews.
Is it possible to schedule a same-day visit with a General Surgeon in Oak Lawn?
Visit individual doctor profiles to see their current scheduling availability in Oak Lawn. If you don't see same-day openings listed online, try calling their office—walk-in times may be available that don't appear on the website.
Which General Surgeons in Oak Lawn have the shortest wait times?
Review the Ratings & Reviews card on each provider's profile to see their average wait time in Oak Lawn. This helps you find a General Surgeon that doesn’t make their patients wait too long.
Can I schedule appointments with General Surgeons in Oak Lawn without calling?
Search for General Surgeons who have "Book Online" or "Request Now" options on their profiles. Click these buttons to access online appointment scheduling. If a provider doesn't offer web-based booking, their phone number will be available for traditional scheduling.
How do I locate a General Surgeon in Oak Lawn with evening or weekend hours?
Check the Locations card on each profile to view office hours for General Surgeons in Oak Lawn. This helps you find providers with non-traditional availability. For the most accurate information about extended availability, call the office directly.
How do I leave feedback about my appointment with a General Surgeon in Oak Lawn?
Go to your doctor's profile page and click the "Leave a Review" button or link. You can share your rating and write about your experience. Patient reviews like yours help others in the community choose the right General Surgeon.
How can I locate a General Surgeon in Oak Lawn who is fluent in my preferred language?
Review the language information displayed on individual profiles for General Surgeons. If this information isn't available online, contact the office directly to ask about the doctor's language capabilities or whether interpreters are available.
How do I search for a General Surgeon in Oak Lawn who works at a particular hospital or medical center?
Check the "Hospital Affiliation" and "Locations" sections on each provider's profile to see where General Surgeons practice. You can also enter a specific hospital or medical group name into the search tool to find General Surgeons who work there.

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