DR. CONSTANTINE T FRANTZIDES, MD, PHD, FACS
Radiology at Old Orchard Shopping Ctr, Skokie, IL

General Surgery

355 Ridge Ave, Evanston 60202
(847) 316-4000 (Phone)
Constantine Frantzides
4905 Old Orchard Ctr STE 409, Skokie 60077
(847) 676-2200 (Phone), (847) 676-1813 (Fax)
2650 Ridge Ave, Evanston 60201
(847) 570-2000 (Phone)

Abdominal Surgery, Adjustable Gastric Banding, Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery, Appendectomy, Arthrodesis Surgery, Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery), Bile Duct Procedures, Bile Duct Surgery, Bowel Resection, Colectomy, Colon and Rectal Surgery, Colon Resection Surgery, Duodenal Surgery, Esophageal Surgery, Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy), Excision of Tumor of Stomach, Gallbladder Removal, Gastrectomy, Gastric Bypass Surgery, Gastric Bypass Surgery, Laparoscopic, Gastroesophageal Reflux Surgery, Gastrointestinal Surgery, Gastrointestinal Surgery, Laproscopic, Hernia and Hydrocele Repair, Incisional/Ventral Hernia Repair, Open, Inguinal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic, Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy), Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy, Laparoscopic Antireflux Procedures, Laparoscopic Back Surgery, Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery, Laparoscopic Colon Surgery, Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal, Laparoscopic Gallbladder Surgery, Laparoscopic Liver Resection, Laparoscopic Nephrectomy, Laparoscopic Rectal Surgery, Laparoscopic Surgical Procedures, Minimally-Invasive Spine Surgery, Minimally-Invasive Surgery, Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic, Radical Prostate Removal, Laparoscopic, Spine Fracture Treatment, Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic

Abdominal Cancer, Abdominal Hernia, Achalasia, Acute Appendicitis, Acute Cholecystitis, Adhesions, Adrenal Cortical Carcinoma, Appendicitis, Barrett's Esophagus, Bile Duct Disorders, Bile Duct Obstruction, Biliary Disorders, Biliary Dyskinesia, Bowel Cancer, Bowel Diseases, Cholecystitis and Gallstones, Cholelithiasis, Chronic Appendicitis, Colitis, Colon Cancer, Colon Disorders, Colonic Diverticulosis, Colonic Volvulus, Colorectal Cancer, Crohn's Disease (Regional Enteritis), Diaphragmatic Hernia - Upper Limb Defects, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Congenital, Diaphragmatic/Hiatal Hernia, Digestive Disorders, Distal Colorectal Cancer, Diverticulitis, Duodenal Disorders, Esophageal Cancer, Esophageal Fistula, Esophageal Stricture, Esophageal Ulcer, Esophagitis, Gallbladder Diseases, Gallstones, Gastric Ulcer, Gastroenterologic Cancer (Colon, Stomach, Esophageal, Liver), Hernia, Incisional Hernia, Inguinal Hernia, Intestinal Ischemia, Intestinal Obstruction, Liver Diseases, Liver Diseases & Disorders (incl. Hepatitis & Cirrhosis), Meckel's Diverticulum, Metabolic Syndrome, Mucositis, Obesity, Pancreatic Cystic Lesions, Pancreatitis, Peritonitis, Small Bowel Diseases, Small Intestine Disorders, Small Intestine Diverticulosis, Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer, Stomach Disorders, Ulcerative Colitis, Umbilical Hernia, Ventral Hernia

Ethicon Endo-Surgery, "Minimally Invasive Surgery Fellowship", 1995-1999, Ethicon Endo-Surgery "Minimally Invasive Surgery Education and Training Program", 1998-2000, TYCO-United States Surgical "Laparoscopic Fellowship Program", 2002-2003, Covidien "Laparoscopic Fellowship Program", 2009-2011, TYCO Corpotation "Laproscopic Fellowship Program", 2006-2007, US Surgical Corporation "Laparoscopic Fellowship Program", 2007-2008, US Surgical Corporation (Covidien) "Laparoscopic Fellowship Program", 2008-2009, America's Top Surgeon, 2011, America's Top Surgeon, 2010, Top Doctor by the Chicago Magazine, and the US News and World Report, 2011, Ceterification af Achievement -"Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon" American Society of General Surgeons, 2003, "America's Top Doctor" by the acclaimed Castle Connolly Medical Guide, 2011, Top Doctor by the Chicago Magazine, and the US News and World Report, 2012, National Institute of Health GRANT #r29 DK38486, 1986-1991, Award for Dedication and Service to the Milwaukee Brast Cancer Awarness Program, 1995, Physician's Recognition Award (Amwerican Medical Association_, 1997-2000, Ethicon Endod-Surgery "Minimally Invasive Surgery Education and Training Program", 2001-2003, Shipley Medal (Southern Surgical Association), 1985, Physician's Recognition Award (American Medical Association), 1990-1993, Sandoz Research Institute, 1992-1993, W.L. Gore & Associates-Medical Products Division, "Laparoscopic Repair of Large Hiatal Hernia with Gore -Tex", 1996-1998, Goldane Cane Award-Best Teacher of the Year, 1993, Digestive Surgery Original Paper Grassi Prize "Laparoscopic Prosthetic Reinforcement of Hiatal Herniorrhaphy", 1999, TYCO Corporation "Laparoscopic Fellowship Program", 2003-2006, Named “America’s Top Doctor” by Castle Connolly Medical Guide, 2010, Most Compassionate Doctor by the Consumers' Research Council of America, 2011, National Institute of Health Grant #R01 DK40966, 1990-1995, Best Video Honorable Mention0American Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons 15th International Congress, 2006, Named "Americas Top Surgeon" by Consumers' Council of America, 2007, Most Compassionate Doctor by the Consumers' Research Council of America, 2010, Roche Research "The Billary Penetration of Fleroxacin and Ciprofloxacin: A Competative Stud?", 1990-1991, Ethicon Endo-Surgery "Laparoscopic Fellowship Program", 2006-2007, Best General Surgery Scientific Paper- American Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons 14th International Congress, 2005, Best Multi Specialty Scientific Paper-American Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons 14th International Congress, 2005, Named "America's Top Surgeon" by Consumers' Council of America, 2008, "America's Top Doctor" by the acclaimed Castle Connolly Medical Guide, 2012, Top Doctor, 2012, Dr. Frantzides was the first to introduce and perform 14 different laparoscopic procedures in the world. To seeDr. Frantzides complete CV and publications please visit www.laparoscopicexperts.com, 1985-2009, Dr. Frantzides in theGreek news, 1985-2009, Dr. Frantzides made more than 200 contributions to the medical literature and has has given over 150 lectures at national and international meetings as invited speaker. To see the actual publications please visit www.laparoscopicexperts.com, 1985-2009, "Stomach Ulcers" Channel 4 News, 1996, Prime Time Medical Breakthrough Feature CBS, 1996, Heartburn and Laparoscopic Cure NBC, 1998, "Gastric Bypass" NBC News, 2008, "Teen Undergoes Gastric Bypass" CBS, 2007, "Metamorphosis after obesity surgery" Fox News, 2003, "Stomach Ulcers" Greek News Channel, 1992, "Three Dimensional Laparoscopic Surgery" Channel 6 News, 1998, "Voice activated system used in treatment of heartburn" ABC 7 News, 1997, The voice activated system "Hermes" WGN News, 1990, "Use of Hermes in the treatment of Achalasia" NBC News, 1998, For Dr. Frantzides TV appearances please visit www.lapmd.com

English, Greek, Polish

Provide the best possible surgical care with the utilization of 'The Gentler Surgery'

Surgical Oncology

Chicago Institute of Minimally Invasive Surgery
4905 Old Orchard Ctr STE 409, Skokie, IL 60077

University Of Athens (1976)

Surgeon

64 Old Orchard Shopping Ctr, Skokie, IL 60077
4905 Old Orchard Ctr, Skokie, IL 60077