Gastrointestinal Surgery

The division includes the sections of bariatric and minimally invasive surgery, colorectal surgery and general surgery. Each of our surgeons has specialty training in their area of expertise. In keeping with the mission and vision of the Department of Surgery, the division is dedicated to being an academic leader in education and research through its strong partnership with Northwestern Medicine.

The division of GI surgery is committed to obtaining the highest quality outcomes for our patients. Through our unique collaborative and continuous quality improvement efforts we offer our patients innovative cutting-edge treatment options for GI diseases. From foregut, colorectal, bariatric and hernia surgery we are leaders in pioneering surgical techniques and educating future surgeons. We aim to provide this care in a compassionate, empathetic, patient focused environment. Our commitment to furthering knowledge in GI surgery stems from our research, clinical trials, and innovative surgeons. We are proud of our integrated system that offers top notch GI surgery care throughout the entire Northwestern Medical enterprise. ”

Michael J. Rosen, MD, Chief

What We Do

Education

We have a passion for education and a commitment to creating a learning and training environment that ensures our students and residents realize their utmost potential. They learn in the evidenced-based, multidisciplinary care setting of Northwestern Medicine, where compassion, empathy and quality are prioritized.

Research

Innovation and research are integral to the division’s success as a leader with particular interests focused on cell signaling, clinical outcomes, device development and quality assurance.

Patient Care

The faculty of the Division of Gastrointestinal Surgery are all members of the Northwestern Medicine Digestive Health Center (NMDHC). The center provides services that are ranked as best in Chicago and among one of the top 25 programs in the country. The NMDHC is a multidisciplinary center that co-locates gastroenterologists, hepatologists, nutrition specialists, behavioral health psychologists and surgeons in a single 34,000-square-foot physical space specifically designed for outpatient clinics and endoscopy services. Providers are no longer defined by their specialty, but instead work on disease-oriented teams where physicians and surgeons work side by side in the same clinical hallway. This integrated model enhances patient care as well as research efforts and student/trainee educational opportunities.