Dr. Gary Chmielewski, MD
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56 y/o
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Dr. Gary Chmielewski, MD is a thoracic surgery specialist in Chicago, IL and has been practicing for 25 years. He specializes in thoracic surgery and surgery.
University Thoracic Surgeons
1725 W Harrison St Ste 774
Chicago, IL 60612Insurance Accepted
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- Coventry Health Care
- HealthLink
- Humana
- MultiPlan
- Priority Health
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Top Care Areas
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Esophageal Cancer
very high
more than 91% of peers
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
very high
more than 88% of peers
Lung Cancer
high
more than 88% of peers
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Care Philosophy
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2 Specialties
- Thoracic Surgery
- Surgery
2 Board Certifications
- General SurgeryAccredited by: American Board of Surgery*
- Thoracic Cardiovascular SurgeryAccredited by: American Board of Thoracic Surgery*
36 Conditions Treated
- Aneurysm
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Ectasia
- Aortic Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Regurgitation
- Arrhythmias
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Flutter
- Barrett's Esophagus
- Benign Tumor
- Cancer
- Cardiomegaly
- Cardiomyopathy
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Congenital Heart Disease
- Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
- Empyema
- Endocarditis
- Esophageal Cancer
- Esophageal Diseases
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Head and Neck Cancer
- Heart Disease
- Lung Cancer
- Lung Neoplasms, Not Specified as Malignant
- Mediastinal Tumors, Not Specified as Malignant
- Mitral Valve Disease
- Neuroendocrine Tumors
- Pericardial Disease
- Pleura Cancer
- Pleural Cancer
- Pulmonary Disease
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Thrombosis
- Vascular Disease
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31 Procedures
- Aortic Repair, Open or Repair of Arterial Aneurysm, Open
- Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
- Decortication and Pleurectomy
- Esophageal Surgery
- Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
- Esophagostomy
- Excision of Esophageal Lesion
- Head and Neck Surgery
- Heart Surgery
- Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
- Lobectomy, Open
- Lung Removal (Partial or Complete): Open, or Resection of Lung Tumor: Open
- Lung Removal, Open
- Lung Surgery
- Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
- Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
- Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
- Open Diaphragmatic and-or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
- Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
- Peripheral Artery Catheterization
- Port Placements or Replacements
- Segmentectomy, Open
- Thoracentesis
- Thoracoscopic Excision of Lung With Robotic Assistance
- Thoracoscopic Lobectomy
- Thoracoscopic Lobectomy of Lung With Robotic Assistance
- Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
- Tracheal Surgery
- Vascular Surgical Procedure
- Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
Background Check
0 Malpractice Claims
No malpractice history found for Illinois.
0 Sanctions
No sanctions history found for the years that Healthgrades collects data.
0 Board Actions
No board actions found for the years that Healthgrades collects data.
Education
- Loyola University of Chicago / Stritch School of MedicineMedical School | Graduated
- Wayne St UInternship Hospital | Completed 1989
- Wayne St UResidency Hospital | Completed 1993
- Wayne State University / Detroit Medical CenterFellowship Hospital | Completed
Awards & Recognition
Awards & Honors
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Media & Publications
Dr. Chmielewski has no media or publications listed.
Languages Spoken
- English
Memberships & Professional Affiliations
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What People Say About Dr. Gary Chmielewski, MD
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Treated me for Empiyima and Pneumonia. Wow was I in good hands. Hi's team including Hector made my experience positive and healing. I can't say enough good things.
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1Gary Cardoza in Mount Prospect – Jan 16, 2017
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He was an excellent doctor. It is great to see excellent results. Thank you for the excellent service.
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2Steve N in Medinah IL – Nov 30, 2016
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My name:Priscilla Streeter, Dr. Chmielewski and his staff was the (BEST) he treats patients like family I love him, very understanding to your needs. He's very clear and makes sure you know whats going to happen very compassionate he's truly amazing and healed me like never before I was very glad...Read More
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7Priscilla Streeter in Brookfield, IL – Dec 25, 2015
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Now Accepting New Patients
Dr. Chmielewski accepts 8 insurance carriers
- AetnaAetna HMOChoice Plus POS II
- Blue Cross Blue ShieldBlue Card PPO
- CignaCigna HMOCigna PPOLocalPlusOpen Access Plus
- Coventry Health CareCoventry Health America PPO
- HealthLinkHealthLink PPO
- HumanaChoice Care PPOPreferred PPO
- MultiPlanMultiPlan PPOPHCS Network PPO
- Priority HealthPriority PPO
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