Ezra Teitelbaum Bariatric Surgeon MD, MEd
1 yr Experience
4 yr in Bariatrics
6 yr in Laparoscopic Surgery
4 yr in Laparoscopic Bariatrics
33% Practice is Bariatrics
Min Age of Patient is 18
Max Age of Patient is 70
1 yr Experience
4 yr in Bariatrics
6 yr in Laparoscopic Surgery
4 yr in Laparoscopic Bariatrics
33% Practice is Bariatrics
Min Age of Patient is 18
Max Age of Patient is 70
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About Me
Please note that the Northwestern Medicine Digestive Health Center Weight Loss Surgery Program is equipped to provide virtual visits. If you should have any questions please do not hesitate to reach out to your provider.
_____________________________________________________Dr. Ezra Teitelbaum, Bariatric Surgeon
Ezra Teitelbaum, MD, MEd is a board-certified surgeon practicing at the Northwestern Medicine Weight Loss Surgery Program. He is an Assistant Professor of Surgery and Medical Education at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. He is a member of the American College of Surgeons (ACS) and the Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES).
He earned his medical degree at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine and completed his residency at the George Washington University Hospital. Dr. Teitelbaum went on to earn his master's degree in education at the University of Cincinnati and completed a postdoctoral fellowship in minimally invasive surgery at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. He completed a second residency at Northwestern University, McGaw Medical Center and fellowship-trained at the Providence Portland Medical Center, Portland, Oregon.
Dr. Teitelbaum’s research activities focus on surgical education and esophageal physiology, including the use of real-time intraoperative measurements to guide surgical technique and decision-making. He has authored over 45 articles, books, and chapters.
Bariatric Surgery with Dr. Ezra Teitelbaum
I try to talk to a patient like I am talking to one of my family members. To me, being a surgeon is one of the greatest jobs there is. It is a great responsibility and one I take very seriously. Having the chance to improve people's health and make them feel better even before they leave the hospital is a great privilege.
-Dr. Ezra TeitelbaumDr. Teitelbaum is known for his dedication to medical education amongst his peers and his care and compassion to his patients. With his specialty in the minimally invasive treatment of obesity, he performs weight loss surgery procedures of the Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass, Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy, Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Band, and weight loss surgery revisions. He also performs the Endoscopic Intragastric Balloon. Dr. Teitelbaum is also highly-skilled in treating inguinal hernias, abdominal wall hernias, gallstone disease, GERD, hiatal and paraesophageal hernias, and achalasia.
Weight Loss Surgery in Illinois
Serving the State of Illinois and beyond, Dr. Teitelbaum and his team are ready to help you. As their patient, you can look forward to receiving excellent patient care in high-tech facilities with the latest in technology and surgical techniques.
If you want to begin your weight loss journey, Dr. Teitelbaum is ready to meet you. You are invited to attend one of our free weight loss surgery seminars to learn about our surgical program that includes a question and answer session with bariatric surgeons.
You can give us a call at 312-695-7070.
We are excited to help you throughout your life-changing journey!
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Location
Northwestern Medical Faculty Foundation
259 E. Erie, 16Th Floor
Lavin Family Pavilion
Chicago, IL 60611
Phone: 312-695-0641
Alt Phone: 312-695-5260
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
675 North St. Clair Street, Galter Pavilion 17-250
Chicago, IL 60611
Phone: 312-695-8918
Fax: 312-695-3644