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What to Expect

Explore surgical care options at OSF HealthCare and learn why it’s a top choice for your neighbors in Illinois and Michigan. You can feel confident in your surgery outcome thanks to our experienced providers, advanced surgical suites, robot-assisted techniques and minimally invasive procedure options.

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Our Team

Our team of skilled and compassionate surgeons has diverse backgrounds and training to meet your needs. We have dedicated surgical professionals for women’s health, breast surgery, heart and vascular, thoracic, digestive, children and other specialties. Your doctor will walk you through our traditional, minimally invasive and robot-assisted surgical options.



Why OSF HealthCare?

You benefit from having surgery at OSF HealthCare and gain access to:
  • A variety of convenient surgical locations in Illinois and Michigan
  • Minimally invasive surgical options that allow for a quick, less painful recovery
  • Many outpatient procedure options that allow you to return home the day of your procedure
  • Robotic surgical equipment, including the da Vinci™ Surgical System, Xi surgical system and Mako robotic arm
  • Recently renovated surgical suites with advanced equipment, lighting and ventilation systems
  • Swing-bed programs when you’re transitioning to home care
  • Outpatient and inpatient physical therapy programs to get you back on your feet

Getting Surgical Care

If you’re interested in receiving surgical care at OSF HealthCare, ask your primary care doctor or specialist for a referral. Before your surgery, you’ll get a chance to meet with your surgeon and talk through any questions or concerns you have. Our goal is to help you feel confident and comfortable with your health care choice. Some questions you may want to ask include:

  • Are there any non-surgical treatment alternatives?
  • How long will it take me to recover?
  • Should I get a second opinion?
  • What are the benefits of this surgery?
  • What can I expect during recovery?

Download a doctor discussion guide to bring with you to your appointment.


Speak to a Surgery Expert

Ask your primary care doctor for a referral to an OSF HealthCare surgeon. We’ll schedule a consultation with one of our kind and compassionate surgical expertise. Need a primary care provider? Browse our directory.
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