Weight-Loss and Bariatric Surgery Near Me in Elgin, IL
Obesity Medicine • Elgin, IL
Clinic Type
Obesity Medicine
Address
331 W Surf St Ste 5100 Chicago, IL 60657
Phone
773-665-9840
careers@ascension.org
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- US News Doctors: Mostly 4 to 5 out of 5 stars across various doctors listed in the region (Varies by provider, with some reaching over 200 reviews)
- Healthgrades: Average 4.3 stars (Not explicitly stated, mentions 2 specialists in Elgin)
- Suburban Surgical Care: 4.7 stars (76 reviews)
Patients praise
- Judgment-free and professional patient care approaches
- Life-changing weight loss outcomes and improved health conditions
- Comprehensive multidisciplinary support programs including dietary and psychiatric consultations
Common complaints
- Psychological challenges including grieving the loss of food and regret post-surgery
- Social stigma and feelings of shame associated with weight-loss surgery
- Significant lifestyle adjustments and strict pre-operative dietary requirements
"His patients appreciate his positivity and his judgement-free approach to..."
— Advanced Bariatrics website regarding Dr. John R. Cheregi"It would be worth it, but it would not always be easy..."
— Ascension Illinois patient success story blog postSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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Summary: Advocate Sherman Hospital is a nonprofit, part of Advocate Health Care, based in Elgin, Illinois. It provides a broad range of medical services with specialties in cancer care, heart and vascular care, orthopedics, women's health, gastroenterology, neuroscience, and primary care. The hospital has about 216 employees and annual revenue of approximately $21.3 million. It has served Chicago’s northwest suburbs since 1888 and operates within Advocate Health Care, the largest fully integrated health care network in Illinois. Located at 1425 N Randall Rd, Elgin, IL, with a second Elgin office at 934 Center St. Weight Management context: - The site lists general services and specialties but does not specify a dedicated weight management program. If you’re seeking weight management services, contact the hospital’s patient care staff at 1-847-742-9800 or inquire via the facility’s primary/medical departments to confirm available weight management, obesity programs, nutrition counseling, or weight loss surgery options.
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