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Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS

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(202 Ratings)

Specializes in: Bariatric Surgery, General Surgery, Colon & Rectal Surgery and Critical Care (Intensive Care Medicine)

University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago (1984)

Professional interests include: minimally invasive surgery, acid reflux (GERD), robotic surgery, and more.

430 Pennsylvania Avenue
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

(630) 469-9200

Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS is a bariatric surgeon in Glen Ellyn, IL specializing in bariatric surgery, general surgery, colon & rectal surgery and critical care (intensive care medicine). He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago in 1984 and has 42 years of experience. Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS is affiliated with Endeavor Health, Northwestern Medicine and Duly Health and Care.

Office Locations

430 Pennsylvania Avenue
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

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Gastric Bypass Surgery

Gastric bypass surgery is a procedure that promotes weight loss by reducing the stomach and altering how the digestive system absorbs and processes food. The procedure treats morbid obesity, where one's weight impairs day-to-day function or poses serious health risks. Gastric bypass surgery is used only after other weight loss treatments are unsuccessful.

Generally, gastric bypass surgery is performed on patients who have a BMI of 40 or greater, or a BMI of 35 or greater with a weight-related health condition such as type 2 diabetes. Bariatric surgeons frequently expect patients to first attempt natural weight loss for about six months to prove to the surgeon that the patient is capable of maintaining a post-surgery diet and exercise regimen.

For obese patients, gastric bypass surgery has many potential health and weight benefits. Gastric bypass surgery restricts the amount of food the stomach contains, as well as:

Reduces the calories the stomach absorbs
Alters gastrointestinal hormones, which help to heal obesity-induced metabolic syndrome
Suppresses appetite
Alleviates conditions caused or exacerbated by obesity, such as obstructive sleep apnea, heart disease, and type 2 diabetes
Contributes to mental health by improving self-esteem

During gastric bypass surgery, the stomach is stapled to reduce its size, and a small hole is created in the stomach and attached to the middle section of the small intestine. This direct connection between the stomach and the middle of the small intestine creates a channel for some food to bypass the normal route. By bypassing the upper small intestine and larger region of the stomach, food is not fully absorbed and patients do not retain the same amount of calories as before. This procedure is also sometimes referred to as "Roux-en-Y" gastric bypass surgery. Some bariatric surgeons may perform a "laparoscopic bypass" which uses a tiny camera (laparoscope) to guide the procedure.

Gastric bypass surgery is performed with general anesthesia and as preparation, a liquid diet is required for two weeks prior to undergoing the surgery. After the surgery, patients will spend about two days in the hospital and may miss work for two to three weeks. In the first month after the surgery, patients are only able to consume small portions of liquid or soft food. Even after reintroducing solid food, patients feel full quickly, sometimes after eating just two or three tablespoons. Some patients experience "dumping syndrome" (rapid processing of food into the small intestine), which is common during the recovery process. Gastric bypass surgery patients must also make permanent lifestyle changes. For example, gastric bypass patients are required to take vitamins for life after surgery and required to forever avoid certain foods, such as alcohol, sugar, and high fat food.

While the gastric bypass recovery process can be challenging, surgery results are usually swift: most gastric bypass surgery patients lose nearly half to two thirds of their starting weight within two years of surgery.

Robotic Surgery

Robotic surgery is a type of minimally invasive surgery, using a tiny opening to get inside the body instead of making a large cut. It uses small tools attached to a thin robotic arm, which is controlled by the surgeon. Robotic surgery may be referred to by the specific kind of robot that is used. The most advanced robot currently in use is called the da Vinci, and surgery using it is sometimes called da Vinci surgery.

There are many benefits to robotic surgery, both for the patient and the surgeon. Robotic surgery allows for more precise movements and increased control during very delicate surgical procedures. This makes performing surgery accurately much easier for surgeons and reduces fatigue. The smaller 'hand' of the robot can enter the body via a much smaller opening, which reduces the risk of infection and scarring and leads to a faster recovery. The robotic hands also contain tiny moveable cameras among their tools, giving surgeons a much closer view of the procedure than would be possible with traditional surgery.

Weight Loss Surgery (Bariatric Surgery)

Bariatric or weight-loss surgery is a surgical procedure performed to help significantly obese patients lose weight when more traditional methods, such as dieting and exercise, have not helped. Depending on the type, these surgeries change the gastrointestinal tract to limit how much food can be eaten and also change how food is absorbed by the body. Of the various bariatric surgeries available, the most common is gastric bypass.

By far the most common of the gastric bypass surgeries is called Roux-en-Y. During this surgery, part of the stomach and small intestine are detached from the gastrointestinal tract, in order to make the tract smaller. The surgeon divides the stomach into two parts. The working stomach, at the end of the esophagus, is now tiny - only the size of a walnut. This makes patients feel full after eating a small amount of food. Then the small intestine is also divided, and after bypassing a section of the small intestine to reduce food absorption, the intestine is attached to the small stomach pouch. The patient now has a working stomach and intestine like before, only much smaller.

Because gastric bypass is used to treat extreme obesity, it can reduce the risk of some of the problems associated with obesity. Gastric bypass can help treat or reduce the risk for such conditions as heart disease, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, and type 2 diabetes. However, it is a major surgery and also carries risks itself. Any surgery can lead to infection, bleeding, or blood clots, and weight loss surgery in particular carries risks of leaks in the gastrointestinal system, malnutrition, bowel obstructions, and vomiting.

Typically patients are considered candidates for gastric bypass surgery if they have a BMI greater than 40, or sometimes if they have a BMI between 35 and 40 but are suffering from obesity-related illnesses such as diabetes. The outlook is generally good, with most patients losing between 50-75% of their excess weight in 1-2 years. However, patients must follow strict diet guidelines so that the stomach can heal, starting with no food at all, then followed by a liquid diet for some time. For many severely obese patients who have tried strict diets before without success, gastric bypass surgery is the tool that allows them to finally achieve their weight loss and health goals.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 5%

By Volume:

blood draw

complete blood count

lab tests

laparoscopic paraesophageal hernia repair

phlebotomy for lab tests

phosphorus blood test

serum folate test

By Affordability:

parathyroid hormone test

phosphorus blood test

phosphorus test

prealbumin test

In 2023, among providers in related specialties within Illinois, Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS performed more blood draw, complete blood count (CBC), lab tests, laparoscopic paraesophageal hernia repair, phlebotomy for lab tests, phosphorus blood test, and serum folate test procedures for Medicare patients than 95% of them and he also had a list price for blood count tests, blood tests, complete blood count (CBC), folic acid tests, lab tests, metabolic panel, parathyroid hormone (PTH) test, phosphorus blood test, phosphorus test, and prealbumin test that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 95% of them. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Top 25%

By Affordability:

blood draw

blood draw for lab tests

phlebotomy for lab tests

venipuncture

In 2012, Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS had a list price for blood draw, blood draw for lab tests, phlebotomy for lab tests, and venipuncture (phlebotomy) that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of providers in related specialties within Illinois. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS treated as a bariatric surgeon in Glen Ellyn, IL during 2012 were minimally invasive procedures, abdominal surgery, gastrointestinal procedures and hospital care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS for Medicare patients.

abdominal surgery	27
doctor visit	201
gastrointestinal procedures	27
hospital care	11
inpatient care	11
minimally invasive procedures	27

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS treated as a bariatric surgeon in Glen Ellyn, IL during 2013 were blood draw, minimally invasive procedures, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS for Medicare patients.

abdominal surgery	18
blood draw	22
doctor visit	174
gastrointestinal procedures	18
hospital care	18
inpatient care	18
minimally invasive procedures	18

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS.

**Gender**
Male	108
Female	100

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	187
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	112
From 75 to 84	58
85 and over	14
Less than 65	24

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS in 2013

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	26
Dementia	0
Cancer	22

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS treated as a bariatric surgeon in Glen Ellyn, IL during 2014 were abdominal surgery, blood draw, gastrointestinal procedures and minimally invasive procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS for Medicare patients.

abdominal surgery	32
blood draw	32
doctor visit	173
gastrointestinal procedures	32
hospital care	21
inpatient care	21
minimally invasive procedures	21
open surgery	11

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS.

**Gender**
Male	104
Female	99

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	182
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	121
From 75 to 84	44
85 and over	20
Less than 65	18

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS in 2014

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	30
Dementia	0
Cancer	18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS treated as a bariatric surgeon in Glen Ellyn, IL during 2015 were blood draw, hospital care, inpatient care and minimally invasive procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS for Medicare patients.

abdominal surgery	17
blood draw	23
doctor visit	164
gastrointestinal procedures	17
hospital care	19
inpatient care	19
minimally invasive procedures	17

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS.

**Gender**
Male	188
Female	192

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	338
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	216
From 75 to 84	100
85 and over	34
Less than 65	30

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS in 2015

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	31
Dementia	0
Cancer	18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS treated as a bariatric surgeon in Glen Ellyn, IL during 2016 were lab tests and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS for Medicare patients.

blood draw	47
doctor visit	165
lab tests	52

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS.

**Gender**
Male	90
Female	110

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	169
Black	0
Hispanic	11
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	110
From 75 to 84	54
85 and over	15
Less than 65	21

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS in 2016

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	27
Dementia	0
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS treated as a bariatric surgeon in Glen Ellyn, IL during 2017 were lab tests, blood draw, minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS for Medicare patients.

abdominal surgery	11
blood draw	51
doctor visit	206
gastrointestinal procedures	24
hospital care	12
inpatient care	12
lab tests	58
minimally invasive procedures	24

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS.

**Gender**
Male	85
Female	116

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	175
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	98
From 75 to 84	62
85 and over	17
Less than 65	24

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS in 2017

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	29
Dementia	0
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS treated as a bariatric surgeon in Glen Ellyn, IL during 2018 were lab tests, blood draw, minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS for Medicare patients.

blood draw	35
doctor visit	151
gastrointestinal procedures	14
lab tests	47
minimally invasive procedures	14

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS.

**Gender**
Male	65
Female	101

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	143
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	77
From 75 to 84	55
85 and over	14
Less than 65	20

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS in 2018

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	29
Dementia	8
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS treated as a bariatric surgeon in Glen Ellyn, IL during 2019 were lab tests, minimally invasive procedures, blood draw and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS for Medicare patients.

abdominal surgery	12
blood draw	27
doctor visit	185
gastrointestinal procedures	27
lab tests	27
minimally invasive procedures	27

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS.

**Gender**
Male	66
Female	108

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	148
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	91
From 75 to 84	52
85 and over	13
Less than 65	18

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS in 2019

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	29
Dementia	9
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS treated as a bariatric surgeon in Glen Ellyn, IL during 2020 were minimally invasive procedures, blood draw, gastrointestinal procedures and lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS for Medicare patients.

abdominal surgery	16
blood draw	28
doctor visit	150
gastrointestinal procedures	28
lab tests	18
minimally invasive procedures	28

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS.

**Gender**
Male	68
Female	100

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	148
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	89
From 75 to 84	54
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS in 2020

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	26
Dementia	11
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS treated as a bariatric surgeon in Glen Ellyn, IL during 2021 were hospital care, inpatient care, blood draw and lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS for Medicare patients.

blood draw	28
doctor visit	194
gastrointestinal procedures	25
hospital care	31
inpatient care	31
lab tests	26
minimally invasive procedures	25

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS.

**Gender**
Male	67
Female	117

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	158
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	99
From 75 to 84	52
85 and over	15
Less than 65	18

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS in 2021

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	22
Dementia	10
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS treated as a bariatric surgeon in Glen Ellyn, IL during 2022 were lab tests, hospital care, inpatient care and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS for Medicare patients.

blood draw	37
doctor visit	155
hospital care	67
inpatient care	67
lab tests	133

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS.

**Gender**
Male	64
Female	113

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	161
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	88
From 75 to 84	63
85 and over	13
Less than 65	13

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	22
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	22
Dementia	8
Cancer	20

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS treated as a bariatric surgeon in Glen Ellyn, IL were lab tests, blood draw, hospital care and inpatient care.

abdominal surgery	19
blood draw	33
doctor visit	174
gastrointestinal procedures	23
hospital care	25
inpatient care	25
lab tests	51
minimally invasive procedures	22
open surgery	11

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS.

**Gender**
Male	82
Female	105

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	164
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	1
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	54
85 and over	14
Less than 65	16
65 to 74	100

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	1
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	9
Osteoporosis	7
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	24
Atrial Fibrillation	14
Dementia	4
Cancer	15

Education & Training

Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago in 1984. He completed residency at University of Illinois at Chicago Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board of Surgery and has a state license in Idaho.

Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago (1984)

Residency: University of Illinois at Chicago Affiliated Hospitals (1989)

Board Certification: American Board of Surgery

Licensed In: Idaho

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Endeavor Health

Northwestern Medicine

Duly Health and Care

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.91 out of 5 stars based on 202 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS from all over the web to help you find the right in Glen Ellyn, IL.

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-11-08

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Highly impressed with Dr. Vallina's availability for consultation (next day!) and his knowledge, empathy and compassion. Impressed by his ability to share experiences, discuss options, scheduling and outcomes and overall process.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2026-02-07

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Very happy with the whole process, would definitely recommend this Doctor

Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-04-01

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Dr Vallina very professional and courteous

Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-07-01

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Friendly, prompt and clear explanations

Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-12-21

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Excellent Doctor

Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-02-20

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He was amazing

General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Van L. Vallina, MD, FACS. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Ethicon US, LLC	$1,739 Other/NA $1,013	Mesh $359	Energy Enseal $121	Synthetics $96	Enseal X1 $45	Other $104
W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.	$1,733 SEAMGUARD Bioabsorbable Staple Line Reinforcement $1,718	SYNECOR Biomaterial $15
Stryker Corporation	$523 1588 HD 3 Chip Camera $523
Intuitive Surgical, Inc.	$457 Da Vinci Surgical System $457
Davol Inc.	$274 ARISTA AH $106	3DMAX $99	PHASIX $68
Other	$694 LINX Reflux Management System $148	Sutures $96	Endo Stapling $80	Overstitch and or LapBand $67	Biosurgicals $65	Other $237

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$2,902
Travel and Lodging	$2,518

Biography

Dr. Van Vallina's specialties are general surgery, bariatric surgery, and colon & rectal surgery. He has received a 5.0 out of 5 star rating by his patients. Areas of expertise for Dr. Vallina include laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy, intensive care, and metabolic disorders. After completing medical school at the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago, Dr. Vallina performed his residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of Illinois at Chicago. Dr. Vallina (or staff) is conversant in Spanish and German. Dr. Vallina's hospital/clinic affiliations include Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital, Edward Hospital, and Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital. He has an open panel in Glen Ellyn, IL according to Doctor.com.