Stephen W. Ganshirt, MD

Stephen W. Ganshirt, MD

4.9 
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General Surgery

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine - 1989
Residency:
Ascension Providence/MSUCHM - 1994

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Surgery - Surgery (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Clinical Assistant Professor, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:
Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital
Grayslake Ambulatory Surgery Center

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4.9
4.9 

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February 27, 2026

5.0

Friendly and professional

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February 27, 2026

5.0

Calming. Talented. Good sense of humor.

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February 26, 2026

5.0

Above answer- understanding, informative and listened to my concerns along with answering my questions.

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February 21, 2026

5.0

Kind and comforting during initial consultation. Got home and had a couple or questions so used My Chart to reach out. He responded same day and addressed all my concerns

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February 17, 2026

5.0

He is very caring and a excellent surgeon he has a lot of compassion

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February 16, 2026

5.0

Dr. Ganshirt so caring and kind makes you feel like everything will be alright he is an amazing Docter

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February 15, 2026

5.0

Great surgeon great attitude.

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February 12, 2026

5.0

Very friendly and professional

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February 11, 2026

5.0

I was very nervous and he was so friendly and calming.

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February 10, 2026

5.0

He's a good listener, was respectful of my time and offered solid advice

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January 30, 2026

5.0

He made me feel comfortable and informed me of everything I needed to know.

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January 27, 2026

5.0

Very caring

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January 25, 2026

5.0

He's the best! Explained everything in detail. There's none better!

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January 25, 2026

5.0

Dr. Ganshirt explained my procedure in sufficient detail that I understood it completely. He made me feel totally safe and in good hands. He is the embodiment of a caring and eminently capable doctor.

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January 25, 2026

5.0

Professional and friendly and listens.

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January 20, 2026

5.0

He's awesome

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January 19, 2026

5.0

Made me feel at ease and thoroughly answered all my questions

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January 15, 2026

5.0

Dr. Ganshirt was professional and friendly. He listened and gave serious answers to my questions.

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January 15, 2026

5.0

Every expectation was exceeded.

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January 11, 2026

5.0

Dr. Ganshirt is very calm at puts you at ease.

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January 11, 2026

5.0

Very friendly and explained everything very well.

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January 08, 2026

5.0

Very pleased with treatment & care.

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January 06, 2026

5.0

DR Ganshirt is the best. He is caring but efficient with his work.

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December 30, 2025

5.0

Dr. Ganshirt was very thorough in explaining my issue and how delaying my surgery would be in my best interests.

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December 30, 2025

5.0

Excellent care and surgery performed without and negative issues or after effects .

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December 29, 2025

5.0

Explains things well and listens to patients

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December 23, 2025

5.0

He was personable and professional

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December 21, 2025

5.0

His ratings, made me feel comfortable and explained everything thoroughly

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December 20, 2025

5.0

Exceptional experience that exceeded expectation . Minimal swelling and pain . Removed bandages today and literally only found 1 drop of blood on the gauze !

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December 19, 2025

5.0

Very friendly and informative.

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December 16, 2025

5.0

Dr.Ganshirt and nurses were so great. They listened to me and got me in for surgery early when I was really suffering.

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December 16, 2025

5.0

I met him for consultation. He went over results of ultrasound and explained my situation very well. I felt confident in what he recommended.

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December 11, 2025

5.0

He operated on my husband yrs ago! Competent, extremely knowledgeable and sensitive to his patients!!

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December 11, 2025

5.0

I felt that my concerns were understood and the surgery he recommended sounded like a perfect solution. He impressed me as a physician who had extensive experience with the procedure I need.

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December 11, 2025

5.0

Dr Ganshirt is very kind, patient & answers all of your questions thoroughly! He really puts you at ease during what could be a very nervous time.

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December 09, 2025

5.0

A pro's pro !

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December 08, 2025

5.0

Great doctor

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December 07, 2025

5.0

Friendly and easy to communicate with. Diagnosed quickly and got meds sent immediately.

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December 04, 2025

5.0

Very informative and friendly.

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December 04, 2025

5.0

Dr.Ganshirt's bedside manner is top notch. He doesn't hold any punches. He tells me what I need to hear not what I want to hear.

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December 03, 2025

5.0

Gave detailed information regarding procedure. Took time to answer all my questions

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December 02, 2025

5.0

Dr. Ganshirt always makes me feel comfortable. He's so professional and friendly. He listens and answers any questions or concerns I might have.

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December 01, 2025

5.0

Dr. Ganshirt is best general surgeon I've ever known.

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November 28, 2025

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable and informative, and his willingness to spend time and answer all the patient questions

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November 27, 2025

4.0

DR. Ganshirt is polite and understanding. The surgery went well and on time.

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November 23, 2025

5.0

Dr. Ganshirt performed my hernia surgery and I couldn't have asked for a better experience. From the very beginning, Dr. Ganshirt was upfront and open about every step of the process. He managed my expectations realistically, provided straightforward explanations about the procedure, and ensured I understood the risks and recovery period.

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November 18, 2025

5.0

Responsible, caring, outstanding Doctor-surgeon

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November 11, 2025

5.0

Dr. Ganshirt is phenomenal and I couldn't imagine better surgeon. Thank you so much.

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November 10, 2025

5.0

His care for patients is appreciated.

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November 10, 2025

5.0

Excellent doctor!!

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November 09, 2025

5.0

Very informative

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November 09, 2025

5.0

Seemed like a nice Doctor with a good bedside manner.

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November 04, 2025

5.0

Dr Ganshirt is extremely caring, knowledgeable and explained my condition in words that I could understand. He addressed all my concerns and more! Showed me my scans and explained them to me! Feel very confident that Dr Ganshirt is the surgeon for me.

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October 28, 2025

5.0

Good explanation & diagnosis of my condition & needed treatment.

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October 27, 2025

5.0

He takes his time to explain everything to you.

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October 27, 2025

5.0

Very friendly and knowledgeable.

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October 27, 2025

5.0

He was very thorough. He had great communication skills. I felt very confident with him.

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October 21, 2025

5.0

Thorough exam .

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October 21, 2025

5.0

Very kind and understanding

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October 21, 2025

5.0

Amazing doctor!

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October 20, 2025

5.0

Thorough, kind, gives you complete information on what he is doing. Very good communication and compassionate

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October 19, 2025

5.0

My meeting with him, was in depth, detailed an not only enlightening but relieved my hesitations I'd had up to our meeting.

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October 18, 2025

5.0

Great surgeon

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October 18, 2025

5.0

He is very thoughtful, thorough, and knowledgeable. I appreciate his approach to care throughout my diagnosis. He is top notch.

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October 09, 2025

5.0

He's a 10.

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October 08, 2025

5.0

I really liked his " bedside " manner. A true professional who was able to explain my diagnosis, answer my questions and concerns, and instilled in me that he could get the job done. His personality is rather low key and even and I like that

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October 06, 2025

5.0

Personable and skilled.

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October 02, 2025

5.0

Bedside manner, promptness, preparation...everything went exactly as Dr Ganshirt explained in our pre-op meeting.

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September 28, 2025

5.0

I had Dr Ganshirt in 2006 for my Lumpectomy. I liked him then and I still like him and I feel very comfortable with him. Dr Ganshirt not old did my previously, but did my husbands Hernia surgery. We bodily think very highly of him.

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September 28, 2025

5.0

Pleasant, thorough, supportive staff, positive outcome with good follow-up.

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September 26, 2025

5.0

Caring and excellent surgeon

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September 25, 2025

5.0

He is a doctor who inspires confidence, and he is truly a doctor with 100% experience and human quality.

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September 25, 2025

5.0

He explained every step and answered all of my questions.

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September 22, 2025

5.0

Very fine care

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September 18, 2025

5.0

Affable and informative. Answered all questions while explaining the upcoming procedure.

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September 16, 2025

5.0

Great process and good bed side manor and highly skilled

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September 16, 2025

5.0

Smooth process to get scheduled for appt. Appt ran on time. Dr. was pleasant and seemed very competent and experienced. All around efficient and professional in a nice facility with good parking,

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September 12, 2025

5.0

Dr Banshirt is not only a highly skilled surgeon but a very caring doctor. He thoughtfully explained my difficult diagnosis and offered a clear plan of care. He also carefully considered our input. Glad he's our doctor!

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September 11, 2025

5.0

My surgery was successful

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September 10, 2025

5.0

He did 2 hernia repairs & no problems

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September 08, 2025

5.0

Very professional and gave an excellent description on MyChart of my involved surgery.

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September 07, 2025

5.0

Dr. Ganshirt explained what was needed after my exam and worked with me to get an early appointment for surgery so I would be able to take a planned trip without danger.

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September 04, 2025

5.0

Dr. Ganshirt always makes me feel very comfortable. He always listens to what I say & understands what I say. He makes me feel as if I have been coming to him for a long time.

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August 26, 2025

5.0

Professional in all facets

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August 26, 2025

5.0

On time, efficient and knowledgeable. Answered all my questions and reassured me that surgery was necessary.

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August 25, 2025

5.0

Superior doctor!

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August 19, 2025

5.0

Very comfortable presence.

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August 15, 2025

5.0

completely satisfied with my surgery

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August 12, 2025

5.0

Precise and straight to the point. Answered all my questions and his team is quick to answer on MyChart as well.

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August 11, 2025

5.0

Excellent bedside manner, very honest. Actually cares.

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August 11, 2025

5.0

Very pleased with Dr and my surgery

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August 10, 2025

5.0

Very professional and friendly

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August 09, 2025

5.0

Dr. Ganshirt is a fabulous doctor and I would certainly recommend his services

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August 07, 2025

5.0

It's not offend I would recommend a doctor but I think Dr Ganshirt is one I would. Indeed my son, who had a successful hernia procedure with him thought he was very professional and recommended him to me.

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August 06, 2025

5.0

Dr. Gandshirt was fabulous and I would certainly recommend him to anyone needing his services

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August 06, 2025

5.0

He diagnosed a problem right away.

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August 01, 2025

5.0

Dr. Ganshirt was professional, courteous, skillful and explained everything to me and my husband so that we could understand what was happening. He was the same during my follow-up office visit. It is a privilege to have him as my surgeon.

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July 31, 2025

5.0

He was a pleasure to visit.

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July 27, 2025

5.0

He knew exactly what he was doing. He performed the surgery quickly and pain free. Very personable and friendly putting me at ease. I will recommend to anyone who needs surgery. Ane if i need more will return to him..

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July 24, 2025

5.0

He and his nurses are so kind and caring and thorough.

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