Weight Loss Surgery Near Chicago, IL
Weight Loss Surgery for Chicago Patients
Chicago residents on the city's west and southwest sides can reach UChicago AdventHealth LaGrange Hospital, and Dr. Jihad Kudsi's Glen Ellyn office is also reachable by car or Metra. Dr. Kudsi is a board-certified general surgeon and obesity medicine physician who performs laparoscopic or robotic bariatric and foregut surgery, and he also offers video visits. Learn more about Dr. Kudsi or see all specialties.
Combining Expert Bariatric Surgery with Advanced Obesity Medicine for Chicago Patients
Dr. Jihad Kudsi offers Chicago patients a complete approach to weight loss: laparoscopic or robotic bariatric surgery, medical weight management with GLP-1 and other medications, and long-term follow-up, all coordinated by one physician who is board certified in both surgery and obesity medicine.
Why Chicago Patients Choose Dr. Kudsi
- Double board certified in General Surgery (American Board of Surgery) and Obesity Medicine (American Board of Obesity Medicine)
- Chair of Surgery and Clinical Board Director at Duly Health and Care
- Medical Director of Bariatric Surgery at UChicago AdventHealth LaGrange Hospital
- Performs laparoscopic or robotic bariatric and foregut surgery
- MBSAQIP site reviewer, affiliate clinical assistant professor and principal investigator in clinical research
- Video visits available for consultations, education and follow-up
Drive Time From Chicago
| Office | Approx. distance | Typical drive |
|---|---|---|
| UChicago AdventHealth LaGrange Hospital (UChicago AdventHealth's Bariatric and Obesity Medicine Clinic) | ~15 mi (varies by neighborhood) | 25–45 min |
| Glen Ellyn | ~22 mi (varies by neighborhood) | 35–55 min |
| Bloomingdale | ~26 mi (varies by neighborhood) | 40–60 min |
Distances and times are estimates and vary with traffic. Please confirm with your maps app.
Getting Here From Chicago
- By car to UChicago AdventHealth LaGrange Hospital: I-55, I-290 or I-294, depending on where you start and traffic.
- By car to Glen Ellyn: I-290 west to I-355 or I-88, depending on traffic.
- By car to Bloomingdale: I-290 west and I-355 north, depending on traffic.
- By train: Metra BNSF runs from Union Station toward UChicago AdventHealth LaGrange Hospital Road, and Metra Union Pacific West serves Glen Ellyn. Confirm the schedule and the trip from the station to the office before booking.
Which Office Should You Choose?
Chicago is large, so the best office depends on your neighborhood. Southwest side patients often choose UChicago AdventHealth LaGrange Hospital, and patients on the west side may prefer Glen Ellyn. See UChicago AdventHealth LaGrange Hospital, Glen Ellyn and Bloomingdale.
What to Expect: Hospital Stay and Video Visits
How long you are in the hospital depends on the operation.
- Gallbladder surgery and hernia repair are usually outpatient, so you go home the same day without an overnight stay.
- Bariatric surgery and hiatal hernia repair involve an overnight hospital stay.
Before and after surgery, your visits can be done by video, so Chicago patients do not need to travel for every appointment. Your day of surgery may be the main trip.
Telemedicine Weight Loss Care for Chicago Patients
Much of your weight loss care can happen from home by secure video visit:
- Initial consultations: review your history, goals and options without traveling
- Medical weight management: ongoing visits to adjust your plan
- GLP-1 medication management: monitoring, dosing and side-effect support
- Pre-operative education: nutrition, expectations and preparation for surgery
- Long-term follow-up: check-ins after surgery or medication start
Why Chicago Patients Travel to UChicago AdventHealth LaGrange Hospital
From Chicago, the clinic is approximately 15 mi (varies by neighborhood) away (25–45 min by car, depending on traffic). Dr. Kudsi is the medical director of bariatric surgery at the clinic, so surgery, obesity medicine and follow-up are coordinated in one program. Patients who need surgery typically make in-person trips for the operation itself and selected visits, while much of the rest can be done by video. See the contact page for directions and scheduling.
Weight Loss Surgery Options for Chicago Patients
Sleeve Gastrectomy (Gastric Sleeve)
Removes a large portion of the stomach to create a narrow, banana-shaped sleeve that limits how much you can eat and helps reduce hunger. Available as laparoscopic or robotic sleeve gastrectomy.
Gastric Bypass (Roux-en-Y)
Creates a small stomach pouch and reroutes part of the small intestine. It is often considered for patients with reflux or type 2 diabetes. Available as laparoscopic or robotic gastric bypass.
Robotic Bariatric Surgery
Robotic technology gives the surgeon a magnified 3D view and precise instrument control. Dr. Kudsi performs bariatric procedures laparoscopically or robotically, depending on what is best for you.
Revision Weight Loss Surgery
For patients with weight regain, reflux or complications after a prior band, sleeve or bypass. Revision options are chosen after a full review of your anatomy and history.
Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty
A non-surgical, incision-free option that reduces stomach size using an endoscope. See also non-surgical weight loss and duodenal switch.
Read how safe weight loss surgery is and how much weight you can expect to lose. Results vary from person to person.
General and Foregut Surgery
Dr. Kudsi also treats hiatal hernia, GERD with laparoscopic or robotic reflux surgery, hernias, gallbladder disease and achalasia. See laparoscopic and robotic GI surgery.
GLP-1 and Weight Loss Medications: Wegovy, Zepbound, Ozempic, Mounjaro and More
Dr. Kudsi is board certified in obesity medicine and can review whether medication is right for you, on its own or alongside surgery. Medications commonly discussed include:
- Wegovy and the Wegovy pill (semaglutide), and Zepbound (tirzepatide): FDA-approved for chronic weight management. See semaglutide and Zepbound.
- Ozempic (semaglutide) and Mounjaro (tirzepatide): FDA-approved for type 2 diabetes and contain the same active ingredients as Wegovy and Zepbound.
- Saxenda and Victoza (liraglutide): see liraglutide.
- Foundayo (orforglipron): a newer oral GLP-1 option for weight management.
- Qsymia (phentermine-topiramate), Contrave (naltrexone-bupropion), phentermine, Xenical and Alli (orlistat), and metformin.
Which medication fits depends on your health history, other conditions, side effects and coverage. See personalized prescription weight loss options in the Chicago western suburbs.
Your Weight Loss Journey with Dr. Kudsi
- Consultation: meet in person or by video to review your history and goals.
- Evaluation and education: labs, nutrition guidance and any insurance requirements.
- Choose your plan: surgery, medication or a combination, based on your needs.
- Treatment: your operation or the start of medical therapy.
- Long-term follow-up: ongoing support in person or by video.
Conditions We Treat Along with Obesity
Obesity is linked to many other health problems, and weight loss can help improve or manage them.
Metabolic Conditions
Type 2 diabetes, prediabetes, high cholesterol, fatty liver disease and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
Heart, Lung and Joint Conditions
High blood pressure, obstructive sleep apnea and joint pain from osteoarthritis.
Digestive Conditions
Acid reflux (GERD), hiatal hernia and weight regain after a prior bariatric procedure.
Your First Visit and Insurance
Read the first visit guide, learn how to prepare for bariatric surgery and review insurance information.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Chicago from UChicago AdventHealth LaGrange Hospital?
It depends on the neighborhood. Many Chicago addresses are roughly 15 miles from UChicago AdventHealth LaGrange Hospital, and the drive can vary a lot with traffic.
Can I take the train from Chicago?
Metra BNSF runs from Chicago Union Station toward UChicago AdventHealth LaGrange Hospital Road, and Metra Union Pacific West serves Glen Ellyn. Check the schedule and the trip from the station to the office before booking.
Which weight loss surgery options are available?
Laparoscopic or robotic sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass, duodenal switch, and revision surgery for prior procedures. Non-surgical options such as endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty and prescription medications are also discussed when appropriate.
Will I need to stay overnight in the hospital?
It depends on the operation. Gallbladder surgery and hernia repair are usually outpatient, so you go home the same day. Bariatric surgery and hiatal hernia repair involve an overnight hospital stay.
Will my insurance cover weight loss surgery?
Coverage varies by plan. Most plans require documented eligibility criteria and pre-authorization. The office can review your plan with you before you commit to any step.
Are medications an option instead of surgery?
For some patients, yes. Prescription weight loss medications may be used on their own or alongside surgery based on your health history and goals.
Can I have my weight loss consultation by video?
Yes. Initial consultations, medical weight management, pre-operative education and many follow-up visits can be done by secure video, so Chicago patients do not need to travel for every appointment.
Will my follow-up care after surgery be virtual?
Many follow-up visits can be done by video, with in-person visits when an examination or test is needed. Your surgeon will tell you which visits should be in person.
Can I get Wegovy, Zepbound, Ozempic or Mounjaro from Dr. Kudsi?
Dr. Kudsi is board certified in obesity medicine and can review whether GLP-1 medications such as Wegovy or Zepbound are appropriate for you. Ozempic and Mounjaro are FDA-approved for type 2 diabetes. Medication choice depends on your health history, goals and coverage.
How do I know if I qualify for weight loss surgery?
Current ASMBS and IFSO guidelines support metabolic and bariatric surgery for adults with a BMI of 35 or higher, and consider it for a BMI of 30 to 34.9 with weight-related disease. Insurance criteria may differ, and a consultation is the best way to review your eligibility.
Nearby Communities We Serve
Also see Oak Park, Western Springs, Elmhurst and all locations.
Book an Appointment
- Book online at UChicago AdventHealth LaGrange Hospital for weight loss medication and bariatric surgery. The team will call to confirm insurance and schedule. Prefer to call? Contact the UChicago AdventHealth LaGrange Hospital team at (708) 245-5425.
- Book online through Duly Health & Care for general and bariatric surgery, with more appointment times in Glen Ellyn and Bloomingdale. Need help? Call Duly Health and Care at (630) 790-1700.
Take the Next Step
Contact the office to schedule a consultation, in person or by video.
