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Dr. John Brems, MD

Hepatopancreaticobiliary Surgery*
5.0 (11)
Map Pin Small Elgin, IL
Accepting new patients
43 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. John Brems, MD

Dr. John Brems, MD is a Hepatopancreaticobiliary Specialist in Elgin, IL. They specialize in Hepatopancreaticobiliary Surgery, has 43 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine and is affiliated with Advocate Sherman Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Brems an average 5.0 star rating.

Dr. Brems works at Advocate Health Care - Center For Advanced Liver And Pancreatic Care in Elgin, IL. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Brems' Office Locations

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    1425 N Randall Rd Ste 107, Elgin, IL 60123 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (224) 359-0100

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  • Advocate Sherman Hospital

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Hernia Repair
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    Specialties*
    • Hepatopancreaticobiliary Surgery

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    • 43 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    • 1437139094
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • University of California-Los Angeles
    Fellowship
    Internship
    • Saint Louis University Hospital
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    Medical Education
    • Saint Louis University School of Medicine
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    Undergraduate School
    • Rockhurst College
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    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery
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    Dr. Brems works at Advocate Health Care - Center For Advanced Liver And Pancreatic Care in Elgin, IL. View the full address on Dr. Brems’s profile.

    11 patients have reviewed Dr. Brems. The overall rating for this provider is 5.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Brems.

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