Gerard Abood, MD

Gerard Abood, MD

Surgical Oncology
Medical Group
Ascension Medical Group
Gender
Male
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About

Gerard Abood, MD, is a surgical oncologist specializing in gastrointestinal (GI) malignancy in the Chicago area. At Ascension Alexian Brothers - Cancer Care Elk Grove in Elk Grove, Illinois, Dr. Abood starts by listening to understand you and your health needs. Then, he delivers surgical treatment options for your type of cancer.

Dr. Abood has a special interest in GI malignancy, including foregut and hepatobiliary disease with a keen interest in the use of minimally invasive and robotic techniques. Other areas of expertise include: cholangiocarcinoma, colorectal malignancy, esophageal cancer, gallbladder cancer, gastroesophageal junction cancer, sarcomas, gastrointestinal (gi) stromal tumors, hepatobiliary malignancies, liver cancer, liver mass, pancreas cancer, appendiceal cancer, peritoneal carcinomatosis/HIPEC, whipple procedure, gastrectomy procedures and esophagectomy procedures.

Education

Medical/Professional

  • Ohio State University

Internship

  • Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine

Residency

  • Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine

Fellowship

  • University of Pittsburgh Medical Center

Qualifications

Hospital Affiliations

  • Ascension Alexian Brothers
  • Ascension Saint Alexius

Certifications

  • American Board of Surgery - Surgery
Why Ascension
Ascension doctors are committed to getting to know you. They take time for real back-and-forth conversations with you so they can understand all aspects of you and your life. Because great care starts with seeing your whole picture.
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