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Dr. John Brems, MD

Hepatopancreaticobiliary Surgery* Age 70
Dr. John Brems, MD
5.0 (11 Ratings)

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Dr. John Brems, MD is a Hepatopancreaticobiliary Specialist in Elgin, IL.
Dr. John Brems, MD
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Dr. John Brems, MD

Hepatopancreaticobiliary Surgery* Age 70
Elgin, IL
Accepting new patients
43 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. John Brems, MD is a Hepatopancreaticobiliary Specialist in Elgin, IL.

About

Dr. Brems graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine. Dr. John Brems, MD is a Hepatopancreaticobiliary Specialist in Elgin, IL and has 43 years experience. Dr. Brems currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Advocate Sherman Hospital. At present, Dr. Brems received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 11 times. Dr. Brems' office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Brems is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallbladder Removal
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallbladder Removal
Abdominal Pain
Bile Duct Obstruction
Biliary Atresia
Cholangiocarcinoma
Colorectal Cancer
Gallbladder Cancer
Gallstones
Liver Cancer
Liver Damage
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Pancreatic Cancer
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach Cancer
Umbilical Hernia
Bile Duct Procedure
Colectomy
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastrotomy
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Port Placements or Replacements
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Abdominal Disorders
Abscess
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Adrenal Gland Cancer
All Lymphoma
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Appendicitis
Ascites
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Autoimmune Diseases
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Benign Tumor
Biliary Tract Cancer
Bowel Strangulation
Breast Lump
Cancer
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Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Cholelithiasis
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Crohn's Disease
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Hemorrhoids
Hepatic Fibrosis
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Hyperparathyroidism
Illeum Cancer
Incisional Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Fistula
Intestinal Ischemia
Intestinal Obstruction
Ischemic Colitis
Lipomas
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Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS)
Megacolon
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Pleural Effusion
Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Traumatic Brain Injury
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Adrenalectomy
Adrenalectomy with Robotic Assist
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
Augmentation Cystoplasty
Biliary Drainage
Bladder Surgery
Colon and Rectal Surgery
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Colostomy
Distal Pancreatectomy
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Duodenal Polypectomy
Embolectomy, Thrombectomy, or Vessel Exploration
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision of Bile Duct Tumor
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
Gastric Bypass Surgery, Open
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastroenterology Procedures
Hemicolectomy
Hemigastrectomy
Hepatectomy
Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Colectomy
Laparoscopic Liver Tumor Ablation
Laparoscopic Splenectomy
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Liver and Pancreatic Surgery
Liver Biopsy
Open Appendectomy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Gastric Restrictive Procedure
Open Tumor Ablation, Liver
Percutaneous Tumor Ablation of Liver
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Procetectomy With Robotic Assist
Proctectomy
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Renal Transplant
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Sphincterotomy
Spinal Nerve Block
Splenectomy
Splenectomy with Robotic Assist
Thoracentesis
Tumor Ablation
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Wedge Resection Colon
Whipple Procedure

Insurance Accepted

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  • Coventry Health Care of Iowa PPO
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of California PPO
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  • Blue Preferred PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wisconsin HMO
  • Heritage Plus
  • Coventry Health Care of Georgia HMO
  • Preferred Provider Network
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  • Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Coventry Healthcare of the Carolinas PPO
  • Southern Health Services (Coventry Health Care) HMO
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas HMO
  • Golden Rule
  • Cigna
  • HealthLink
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  • Aetna
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  • Medicare HMO
  • Coventry Health Care of Florida PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Advocate Sherman Center for Advanced Liver and Pancreatic Care
    1435 N Randall Rd Ste 107, Elgin, IL 60123
  2. 2 United Anesthesia Associates SC
    1425 N Randall Rd, Elgin, IL 60123
  3. 3 Advocate Good Samaritan Cancer Institute
    3745 Highland Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515
  4. 4 Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital
    3815 Highland Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515

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Feb 01, 2024
Dr. Brems is the best doctor I have ever met! When my dad, in his 80s, had an emergency gallbladder rupture, we faced a critical situation. After an episode of ICU and hospital stay, the surgeon assigned to his case was hesitant to perform the operation and suggested a 'wait and see' approach. On a Friday, we reached out to Dr. Brems' office. Upon learning about the urgency of the situation, Dr. Brems made himself available to meet us the following Monday. Within the week, the gallbladder was successfully removed. Throughout our hospital stay, multiple nurses remarked, 'You found the best doctor for this operation.' Dr. Brems consistently demonstrated his dedication by being the first doctor on the floor each morning, checking on his patients' well-being. His assistants and colleagues were also experienced, efficient, and caring. We are incredibly fortunate to have been under Dr. Brems' care.
Jane — Feb 01, 2024
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Specialties*
Hepatopancreaticobiliary Surgery
General Surgery
Colorectal Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Saint Louis University School of Medicine
    1981
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Saint Louis University Hospital
    1982
Internship

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University of California-Los Angeles
    1987
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. John Brems, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Brems' profile.

Dr. John Brems, MD is affiliated with Advocate Sherman Hospital.

Yes, Dr. John Brems, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Advocate Sherman Hospital

    1425 N Randall Rd, Elgin, IL