Surgical and Transplant Services

At the University of Illinois Medical Center we are dedicated to providing the highest level of care to patients with medical surgical needs. Using the latest technology paired with extremely dedicated healthcare professionals, we take great pride in the clinical, educational and research services we provide.

Every patient is important to us, whether we provide a simple surgical intervention or an extremely complex procedure for high-risk surgical patients. Our focus is always on helping you achieve your best level of health.

Minimally Invasive & Robotic Surgery

UIMC surgeons are recognized experts and pioneers in minimally invasive and robotic surgery. Our focus on minimally invasive and robotic-assisted surgery is important because of the many advantages for patients including:
-Smaller incisions
-Reduced blood loss and need for transfusions
-Reduced post-operative pain
-Shorter hospital stays
-Minimal scarring
-Fewer post-operative complications, including reduced risk of infection
-Shorter recovery time, with most patients returning to daily activities in days rather than weeks
-Significantly reduced time between surgery and additional therapy such as chemotherapy

In addition to the prostate surgery and women's gynecological surgeries, our expert team performs robotic-assisted minimally invasive surgery of the pancreas, lung, esophagus, colon, stomach, liver, gall bladder and kidney, including the removal of cancerous tumors of the lung and pancreas.

Transplantation

The Division of Transplant Surgery at the University of Illinois Medical Center is a renowned program that provides state-of-the-art kidney, liver, pancreas, small bowel, and islet cell transplantation services.

Recently, our surgical outcome statistics reported were the best in the City of Chicago despite the complexity of our case mix.

The Department of Hepatology at the University of Illinois Medical Center serves the community with the diagnosis and treatment of liver diseases including hepatitis B and C, nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, autoimmune hepatitis, primary biliary cirrhosis, primary sclerosing cholangitis, liver cancer, and cirrhosis. Our goal is to provide outstanding care and improved quality of life for our patients and their families.

 

Our Services

Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery
This specialty focuses on the surgical treatment of conditions affecting organs in the chest, heart, lungs, ribs, esophagus and diaphragm. In addition to excellent clinical training, active and productive research is carried out by members of the faculty.

Colon and Rectal Surgery
This specialty offers specialized care for individuals with diseases and symptoms related to the small and large intestines, the rectum and anus.

Minimally Invasive and Robotic Surgery
Featuring a team that has received worldwide acclaim for pioneering techniques, we have performed thousands of surgeries and robotic procedures using the most advanced techniques and equipment available.

Pediatric Surgery
The Division of Pediatric Surgery carries out all types of pediatric general surgical, thoracic surgical and urologic procedures. We have particular expertise in less invasive laparoscopic and thoracoscopic surgery, and also in the management of children with congenital abnormalities.

Plastic, Reconstructive and Cosmetic Surgery
We provide patient care in all areas of adult and pediatric plastic, reconstructive and cosmetic surgery including:

-Cosmetic surgery of the face, body and extremities
-Body contouring after weight loss procedure
-Reconstruction of complex defects
-Congenital anomalies from cleft lip/palate to complex craniofacial anomalies
-Breast surgery
-Microsurgery
-Hand surgery
-Maxillofacial trauma
-Skin cancer

We also collaborate with other specialists to manage patients with congenital anomalies, difficult wounds and complex reconstructive problems. We use state-of-the-art reconstructive procedures and techniques including craniofacial surgery, distraction osteogenesis, microsurgery, flap surgery, tissue expansion, laser surgery, endoscopy and osseointegration to provide our patients with superb care.

Vascular Surgery
Focusing on the treatment of vascular disease, our clinical areas of expertise include aortic aneurysm, aortoliac occlusive disease and venous disorders. Additional procedures include carotid surgery and lower extremity revascularization and treatment of non-healing ulcers of the lower extremities.

Craniofacial Center
The Craniofacial Center provides evaluation and treatment for infants, children, adolescents and adults with congenital or acquired conditions of the oral cavity, face, and head. The Center's goal is to achieve functional, cosmetic, and psychosocial normalcy through a team approach to patient care. The Center offers its patients a modern treatment facility with access to the most advanced technologies and procedures. Three dimensional digital imaging (radiographic and photographic) and computer-driven equipment allow us to provide our patients with the most up to date care.

Bariatric Surgery
The University of Illinois Medical Center has one of the country's most advanced centers for minimally invasive surgery. We offer robotic assisted bariatric procedures including laparoscopic gastric bypass, open gastric bypass and laparoscopic lap band procedures. We also provide body contouring procedures to reduce baggy skin and reshape the body after significant weight loss. These procedures include tummy tucks, circumferential lifts, thigh lifts, breast lifts/reductions, arm lifts, face and neck lifts.

Our multidisciplinary weight loss team provides care for both adults and adolescents. The team includes board-certified internists, registered dietitians, nurse practitioners, highly-experienced bariatric and pediatric surgeons, and plastic surgeons specializing in body contouring procedures. Psychological and psychiatric support services are also available. Visit our Weight Management page for information about solutions for weight loss.

 

Our Team

Surgical Services
Featuring world-renowned surgeons, many of our doctors have pioneered techniques currently used across the country. Our patients have some of the best minds, and hands, in medicine on their side.

Transplantation
Our multidisciplinary transplant team is dedicated to providing excellent care to patients, treating each individual with compassion, dignity and respect. It includes pharmacists, respiratory therapists, dietitians, social workers and nurses who specialize in organ transplantation. This team provides quick evaluation and diligent follow-up with each transplant candidate in a comfortable and dynamic environment.

 

Our Locations

Division of Transplant Surgery
840 South Wood Street
Suite 402
Chicago, IL 60612

To make an appointment,  please call 312.996.6771.