Stephen W. Ganshirt, MD

Stephen W. Ganshirt, MD

4.9 
860 ratings  Read Reviews
Northwestern Medicine logoNorthwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

General Surgery

Secondary Specialty

  • Breast Surgery
CALL

Insurance

For specific plans, see the full plan list. To be sure this medical professional is covered by your insurance plan, please contact your insurance carrier.

View More Insurance Providers

Practice Focus Areas

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

Health System Clinician, Feinberg School of Medicine

View Faculty Profile

Practice Groups and Affiliations

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

Ratings and Reviews

At Northwestern Medicine, our patient’s feedback is important to us. While different care providers have their own unique strengths, we strive to be as transparent as possible with our quality of care.

Read Ratings FAQs

Overall Rating

4.9
4.9 

860 Ratings

Sort By Newest

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

Sort By Newest
100 Most Recent Reviews

August 30, 2022

3.0

I only met him through a consult and nothing more.I feel this survey is premature.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

August 30, 2022

5.0

Takes his time to explain things to you. Bed side manors are top notch

Was this helpful? Yes (2) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

August 29, 2022

5.0

Courteousness and professionalism. Great 'bedside' manner.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

August 29, 2022

5.0

Explains things very well.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

August 29, 2022

5.0

He has such a pleasant calming way of making a patient relaxed and confident in his surgery.

Was this helpful? Yes (1) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

August 29, 2022

5.0

He was straightforward, honest, skilled professional vis a vis some PA

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

August 29, 2022

5.0

Took his time to explain things. Answered all my questions. Keep me up to date with how surgery will go.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

August 25, 2022

5.0

Dr. Ganshirt is experienced and confident. He explained the process and answered all my questions.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

August 23, 2022

5.0

Dr. Ganshirt was very kind and came into see me before and after the surgery. He was also very professional and caring at my post-op appointment.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

August 20, 2022

5.0

He’s got a great bedside manner, very informative and he listens.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

August 18, 2022

5.0

Professional. Friendly. Really talented surgeon.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

August 16, 2022

5.0

Came highly recommended and has an excellent track record. Explained everything about the procedure very thoroughly.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

August 13, 2022

5.0

The M.D. Surgeon’s manner, demeanor and candor all represent a view of a perfect Dr. I couldn’t be happier or more confident in the care prescribed. Thank you!

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

August 13, 2022

5.0

So warm and comforting. He explains everything and is a very calming surgeon.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

August 12, 2022

4.0

I have’nt yet had the surgery so let’s see what happens.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

August 12, 2022

5.0

Was very informative about surgery. Excellent service.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

August 12, 2022

5.0

Super nice and professional

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

August 11, 2022

5.0

Expertise, professionalism and manner.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

August 09, 2022

5.0

I trust dr. Ganshirt.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

August 08, 2022

5.0

professional treatment

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

August 03, 2022

5.0

He’s got a great bedside manner, and treats you warmly.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

August 02, 2022

5.0

Great Doctor

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

August 02, 2022

5.0

Excellent surgeon that also makes you feel at ease. Surgery was easier and recovery far faster than I anticipated.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

August 01, 2022

5.0

Informative,talked you through the procedure. Great outcome

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 30, 2022

5.0

Dr. Ganshirt took the time to explain treatment options and listened attentively to my questions and concerns.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 29, 2022

5.0

I received excellent care from Dr Ganshirt!

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 29, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable, explains things well, resolves issues quick.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 25, 2022

5.0

Dr. Ganshirt is top notch in his surgical skills , his procedural explanations , his bed side manner and his patient oriented personality. This was the 3rd surgery that he performed on me over 20 years . He made me 100% comfortable and confident both going into and coming out of each surgery.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 25, 2022

5.0

Very easy to speak to Iwas made to feel very comfortable with him immediately

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 22, 2022

5.0

Dr Ganshirt is a great surgeon, caring and takes the time to explains everything.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 21, 2022

5.0

Professional and reassuring. I feel so confident heading into a minor surgery with him soon.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 20, 2022

5.0

Met the high recommendations I’ve heard about him.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 19, 2022

5.0

He is friendly, he was on time, he answered all my questions. He was a good listener which is very important. I would absolutely recomend him. He is a 10!

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 18, 2022

5.0

An awesome surgeon, kind, thorough, and professional.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 18, 2022

5.0

Un buen dr y muy amable y cordial

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 18, 2022

5.0

Understood problem instantly

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 17, 2022

5.0

Pleasant and willing to talk. Good reputation

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 15, 2022

5.0

He's awesome

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 14, 2022

4.0

Good first impression.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 14, 2022

5.0

Professional, sympathetic and made sure I understood ever step of the procedure.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 13, 2022

5.0

As above professional knowledgable met needs listened

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 13, 2022

5.0

Good work.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 11, 2022

5.0

Dr. Stephen Ganshirt did a great job.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 09, 2022

5.0

Dr Ganshirt is wonderful! He makes me at ease and comfortable, thank you!

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 08, 2022

5.0

Very caring and professional

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 07, 2022

5.0

Es un buen cirujano muy amable y con mucha experiencia

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 07, 2022

5.0

The best there is

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 06, 2022

5.0

He did an amazing job on me. I would recommend him.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 05, 2022

5.0

He listens and spends time with his patient.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 05, 2022

5.0

Professional, kind, thorough

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 05, 2022

5.0

Wonderful Dr made my procedure stress free.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

July 01, 2022

5.0

He is the most freanly Dr and very nice.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

June 29, 2022

5.0

Great doctor with good experience and very professional.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

June 27, 2022

5.0

He gave a great sense of confidence and I was so relieved to have my hernia repair fixed exactly as he described.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

June 27, 2022

5.0

Very good surgeon.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

June 22, 2022

5.0

I have had one visit with Dr. Ganshirt, and I was impressed.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

June 20, 2022

5.0

Friendly, personable

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

June 17, 2022

5.0

Extremely helpful and caring. You can tell he has his patient’s best interest. Explain everything thoroughly and answered all my questions. Very professional!!

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

June 17, 2022

5.0

Great guy

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

June 16, 2022

5.0

daughter recommedded him highly

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

June 16, 2022

3.0

He has been my surgeon before. He tries to understand the patient’s concerns. He tries to share the medical concerns in a way the patient can understand.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

June 15, 2022

5.0

He takes the time to explain questions I have and I leave the visit feeling informed. He also has a pleasant demeanor and is easy to talk with.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

June 15, 2022

5.0

Explained the procedure and answers questions patiently

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

June 14, 2022

5.0

Dr. Ganshirt is straightforward, caring, and attentive.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

June 14, 2022

5.0

Great bedside manner!

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

June 14, 2022

5.0

very knowledgeable and kind. Easy to talk with.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

June 13, 2022

5.0

Dr. Ganshirt as very nice and answered all of my questions and told me what to expect.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

June 13, 2022

5.0

Because I know he’s a good surgeon, he explains the procedure!

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

June 10, 2022

5.0

Assuring, sense of humor, answers all questions.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

June 08, 2022

5.0

He did a great job with my surgery

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

June 07, 2022

5.0

Dr Ganshirt is a great surgeon. He has always explained everything and taken the time with me to express any concerns I might have. I have been treated with respect in every visit.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

June 06, 2022

5.0

Dr. Ganshirt identified my physical problem and then performed a surgical procedure to correct it. So far, I'm feeling better.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

June 06, 2022

5.0

He has a very good bedside manner

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

June 05, 2022

5.0

Very good doctor, listens to your concerns.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

June 04, 2022

5.0

Explains everything fully.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

June 04, 2022

5.0

oldest daughter had surgery twice with him and youngest daughter has double surgery June 17. oldest daughter highly recommended him. he is super nice and id recommend him to anyone

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

June 03, 2022

5.0

He was very informative

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

June 02, 2022

5.0

He is just wonderful. Caring, down to earth. Can’t say enough good.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

May 31, 2022

5.0

Dr. Ganshirt didn’t appear to be rushed, made me feel at ease immediately, and was still efficient in diagnosis and a plan.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

May 30, 2022

5.0

Dr. Ganshirt did an excellent job and was very nice and explained everything.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

May 28, 2022

5.0

He was kind and explained things thoroughly

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

May 28, 2022

5.0

Experienced

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

May 24, 2022

5.0

His communication style, bedside manner, and expertise.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

May 24, 2022

5.0

He always takes great care of me.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

May 24, 2022

5.0

Personable, knowledgeable

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

May 24, 2022

5.0

Overall he is good but the office have follow a protocol and a system that sometimes put the rules first and the patient last.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

May 23, 2022

5.0

He is totally a sweetheart and so very talented and has unlimited surgical abilities. He removed my gallbladder that was a large problem with it. If any other surgeon would have been doing the surgery they would have made a large incision. Dr Ganshirt was able to do it laparoscopically. I was even told by the nurses that no other surgeon has the talent and abilities that Dr Ganshirt has, and that I was very fortunate to have him as my surgeon. He also took care of my son after another surgeon had done a radical butcher job on him. Dr Ganshirt has a very calm and reassuring personality. That is very important to a person facing surgery.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

May 23, 2022

5.0

Professional, friendly, and thorough.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

May 21, 2022

5.0

He was extremely professional and told me what to expect and performed that precisely

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

May 20, 2022

5.0

He has a good bedside manner and seems knowledgeable

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

May 17, 2022

5.0

Dr. Ganshirt was great. He was highly recommended to me and he lived up to his reputation. He made me feel at ease and that I was in good hands. Anyone needing the same procedure as me I would not hesitate to suggest Dr. Ganshirt.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

May 13, 2022

5.0

Dr. Ganshirt is skilled and explains his procedures in detail. His bedside manner is excellent.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

May 10, 2022

5.0

Great doctor

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

May 09, 2022

5.0

Kind, considerate and professional

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

May 09, 2022

5.0

Thoughtful listener.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

March 23, 2022

5.0

Very personable.

Was this helpful? Yes (3) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

March 22, 2022

5.0

He has lots of experience and is easy to work with.

Was this helpful? Yes (2) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

March 18, 2022

5.0

Very nice doctor and treated me well.

Was this helpful? Yes (1) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

March 15, 2022

5.0

Dr Ganshiry was empathetic and caring . He listened and explain my questions clearly. I felt his attention. He's a professional

Was this helpful? Yes (2) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

March 14, 2022

4.0

Very kind and explain very clear my condition and recommendation

Was this helpful? Yes (1) No (1)

Thanks for your feedback!
View more reviews

Disclosures

External Professional Relationships

Pharmaceutical, device, and biotechnology companies frequently collaborate with basic scientists and physicians within an academic medical center to help advance science and improve patient care. These relationships are important in achieving scientific breakthroughs and in establishing the effectiveness and safety of promising new therapies. In order to assure objectivity in clinical research and patient care, the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine (Feinberg), Northwestern Memorial HealthCare, Children's Hospital of Chicago Medical Center, and the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab have adopted integrity policies that require research and clinical faculty (in full-time, part-time, and unpaid/voluntary categories) to report compensated and uncompensated external industry relationships. Patients are encouraged to discuss these disclosures with their physician as well as to inquire as to how these relationships are overseen by Feinberg. To learn more about our Disclosure and Professional Integrity Policy, and the conflict of interest policies of our joint affiliate survey partners, please go to our Office for Regulatory Affairs Policies page.

View More Disclosures