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Dr. Charles Gruner, MD

Bariatric Surgery* Age 48
Dr. Charles Gruner, MD
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Dr. Charles Gruner, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in Evanston, IL.
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Dr. Charles Gruner, MD

Bariatric Surgery* Age 48
Evanston, IL
Accepting new patients
22 years of experience
Dr. Charles Gruner, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in Evanston, IL.

About

Dr. Gruner graduated from Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine in 2002 and completed a residency at Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Med.Dr. Charles Gruner, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in Evanston, IL and has 22 years experience. Dr. Gruner currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Presence Saint Francis Hospital. At present, Dr. Gruner received an average rating of 4.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 7 times. Dr. Gruner's office accepts new patients. Dr. Gruner is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Appendicitis
Barrett's Esophagus
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Breast Cancer
Burn Injuries
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Esophageal Cancer
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Gastric Ulcer
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Abdominoplasty
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Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Anoscopy
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Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Biopsy of Breast
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Colectomy
Cyst Incision and Drainage
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Duodenal Polypectomy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gallbladder Removal
Gastrectomy
Gastrotomy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Lumpectomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Pancreatectomy (incl. Pancreas Transplant and Whipple Procedure)
Port Placements or Replacements
Proctectomy
Puncture Aspiration
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
Revision of Arteriovenous Shunt for Renal Dialysis
Skin Grafts
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Sphincterotomy
Thoracentesis
Tracheal Surgery
Transendoscopic Stent Placement
Vaginal Prolapse Surgery
Wound Repair

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Locations

  1. 1 Chris O. Costas M.D. SC
    800 Austin St, Evanston, IL 60202
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  2. 2 Ascension Saint Francis
    355 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
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  3. 3 Ascension Saint Francis
    355 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
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Dec 23, 2021
I had a keloid growth near my lower abdomen and Dr. Gruner removed it fantastically! The process was quick, streamlined, and virtually painless. My follow-up visit was pleasant, brief, and assuring. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Dr. Gruner’s services. -Nick M.
Nicholas Murphy — Dec 23, 2021
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Specialties*
Bariatric Surgery
General Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine
    2002
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Med
    2007
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Boston Medical Center
    2007
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Charles Gruner, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Gruner's profile.

Dr. Charles Gruner, MD is affiliated with Presence Saint Francis Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Charles Gruner, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Presence Saint Francis Hospital

    355 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL