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Dr. Michel Ilbawi, MD

Dr. Michel Ilbawi, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery ·  Male · Age 72

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Dr. Michel Ilbawi, MD is a cardiothoracic surgery specialist in Chicago, IL and has been practicing for 44 years. He specializes in cardiothoracic surgery.

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Rush University Pediatric Cardiac Surgeons
1653 W Congress Pkwy Ste 744
Chicago, IL 60612
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Dr. Ilbawi accepts the following insurance:

Aetna
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Choice Plus POS II
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Card PPO
Cigna
Cigna HMO
Cigna PPO
Open Access Plus
Coventry Health Care
Coventry Health America PPO
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Background Check

No malpractice claims found for Illinois
No disciplinary actions found for the years we collect data
No board actions found for the years we collect data
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Dr. Ilbawi's Top Procedures and Conditions

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Heart Surgery
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Treatment Frequency

Dr. Ilbawi performs Heart Surgery more than 33% of his peers

Dr. Ilbawi performs this procedure more than 33% of his peers

Valve Repair or Replacement (Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid, and Pulmonary)
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Treatment Frequency

Dr. Ilbawi performs Valve Repair or Replacement (Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid, and Pulmonary) more than 9% of his peers

Dr. Ilbawi performs this procedure more than 9% of his peers

Rating Includes other areas of care:

  • Aortic Valve Repair
  • Aortic Valve Replacement
  • Aortic Valvuloplasty
  • Heart Valve Replacement
  • Mitral Valve Repair
  • Mitral Valve Replacement
  • Percutaneous Balloon Valvuloplasty
  • Transcatheter Mitral Valve Repair
  • Transcatheter Mitral Valve Replacement
  • Tricuspid Valve Repair / Replacement
  • Valvuloplasty
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Dr. Ilbawi's conditions and procedures:

  • Aortic Repair, Open or Repair of Arterial Aneurysm, Open
  • Aortic Valve Disease
  • Aortic Valve Regurgitation
  • Aortic Valve Surgery
  • Arrhythmias
  • Atrial Fibrillation
  • Cardiac Electrophysiology
  • Cardioverter-Defibrillator or Pacemaker Insertion, Removal or Repair
  • Congenital Heart Defects
  • Congenital Heart Disease
  • Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
  • Heart Defect Repair
  • Heart Disease
  • Heart Surgery
  • Maze Procedure
  • Mitral Valve Disease
  • Mitral Valve Stenosis
  • Mitral Valve Surgery
  • Pericardial Disease
  • Pulmonary Disease
  • Pulmonary Valve Disease
  • Pulmonary Valve Surgery
  • Septal Defect
  • Valve Repair or Replacement (Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid, and Pulmonary)
  • Vascular Disease
  • Vascular Surgical Procedure

About Me

Care Philosophy

Taking care of children is a privilege that I greatly appreciate. Being a parent myself, I identify with families' and children's' needs.

Specialties

  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

Board Certifications

  • Congenital Cardiac Surgery
  • Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Education

Case Western Reserve
Fellowship Hospital
American University Hospital
Internship Hospital
1978
Children's Memorial Hospital
Fellowship Hospital
1977
Case Western Reserve University Hospital
Residency Hospital
1975
American University Hospital
Residency Hospital
1971
American University Of Beirut, Faculty Of Medicine
Medical School
1978
1977
1975
1971

Languages

  • Arabic
  • English

Awards

  • Healthgrades Honor Roll
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Dr. Ilbawi's Reviews

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Couldn't love, respect or admire a doctor more. He is brilliant, kind, patient and our trust in him is beyond measure.
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ahhhh, Dr. Ilbawi. Very few words can be said about the Good Doctor to encompass my awe and adoration. He eminates an aura of ineffible concern and kindness, and exudes well deserved confidence- or perhaps faith. Our son was born with TGA, and at 1 week old had surgery. We ended our 5 minute...Read More
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A brilliant pediatric heart surgeon. Our daughter was born with TOF. She has underwent two open heart surgeries with Dr. Ilbawi. I didn't know people like Dr. Ilbawi existed on this Earth. He truly loves his heart kids. We are blessed to have him. He is the miracle man.
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Hi is one the best doctor I've ever met, he knows his job! He has many years experience.??????????
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Dr. Ilbawi truly is a miracle worker. He has performed 2 surgeries on our infant daughter and has given her a chance at life. Before each surgery he sits down with the parents and discusses his plans and answers all questions no matter how silly they may seem. He gives parents hope for the future...Read More
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