Michael Ujiki, MD
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Michael Ujiki, MD

Surgery
4.8
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Office(s) in Arlington Heights, Elmhurst, Glenview, Evanston

About Michael Ujiki, MD

Michael Ujiki, MD, a gastrointestinal surgeon at Endeavor Health, specializes in minimally invasive procedures for conditions of the esophagus, stomach and gallbladder. After beginning his career in business, Dr. Ujiki found his true calling in medicine, where he now combines advanced surgical innovation with compassionate care. He prioritizes reducing recovery time and improving outcomes through cutting-edge techniques, including incisionless and laparoscopic surgeries.

My endeavor

My endeavor is to provide the best possible care using advanced procedures that help patients return to their normal quality of life.

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Care philosophy

I believe in taking care of patients with the least invasive surgical option available. Minimally invasive surgery allows us to treat conditions effectively, sometimes with no incisions at all, helping patients recover faster and return to their lives.

Overview

  • Languages Japanese
  • Gender Male

Conditions treated (8)

  • Disorders of the spleen
  • Benign and malignant diseases of the esophagus
  • Gallbladder disease
  • Hernia
  • Appendix
  • Esophageal achalasia
  • Esophageal disorders
  • Gallbladder

Procedures performed (35)

  • Minimally-invasive esophagectomy
  • Laparoscopic splenectomy
  • Bariatric
  • Endoscopic revisional surgery
  • Esophageal surgery
  • Abdominal hernia repair
  • Advanced laparoscopic surgery
  • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD)
  • Gastric bypass
  • Inguinal hernia repair
  • Lap band
  • Minimally-invasive gastrointestinal surgery
  • Restorative Obesity Surgery, Endoluminal (ROSE)
  • Sleeve gastrectomy
  • Minimally-invasive hernia surgery
  • Cholecystectomy
  • Endoscopic surgery
  • Esophageal myotomy
  • Esophagogastric fundoplasty
  • Gastrectomy
  • Hiatal hernia repair
  • Paraesophageal hernia repair
  • Splenectomy
  • Gastric balloon procedure
  • Minimally-invasive gastrectomy
  • Endoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (ESG) and endoscopic balloon
  • Hernias (inguinal and umbilical)
  • Endura
  • POEM
  • ZPOEM
  • GPOEM
  • Zenker diverticulum surgery
  • GERD surgery
  • Anti-reflux mucosectomy
  • Transoral incisionless fundoplication

Medical School
  • 2000
    Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine
Residencies
  • 2005
    Gastrointestinal Cancer
    Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine
  • 2007
    General Surgery
    McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University
Fellowships
  • 2008
    Minimally Invasive Surgery
    Legacy Health System
Board certifications
  • 2008
    Surgery
    American Board of Surgery
Professional title
  •  
    Clinical Professor, The University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine

4.8
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Reviews (70)
March 16, 2026
Very attentive to my needs.
February 24, 2026
Very good and very professional
February 16, 2026
They are excellent
February 16, 2026
Dr Ujiki clarified a confusing situation for me. Really like that he presented a non-invasive path to living W/a hernia & did not push possible risky surgery.
February 7, 2026
He was very informative~did not rush us at all. I was very impressed with Dr. Ujiki
February 6, 2026
Dr Ujiki is one of the most attentive and informative doctors I have ever met. He takes the time to hear all of my questions and provides detailed answers. He makes Sure he has answered all of my questions and that I understand the circumstances and procedures we discussed. So far I have only had my first meeting with him untilWe start treatments, but I feel good about being his patient and I feel very confident in him. He came very highly recommended to me and I'm so glad he did.
January 20, 2026
He was not in a rush and took time to answer all my questions and provide information that I found important.
January 3, 2026
Doctor took his time with me and made more at ease with my up coming surgery!
December 30, 2025
My husband and I found Dr. Ujiki to be kind, knowledgeable and honest.
November 27, 2025
Doctor Ujiki did an excellent job!
November 13, 2025
Dr Ujiki is the best!
October 28, 2025
Doctors were terrific. Took all the time needed to work with me. Staff was often abrupt, distracted and uninterested.
October 26, 2025
Directness
October 18, 2025
Dr. Ujiki MD is wonderful. He is very informative and kind. A great doctor.
October 16, 2025
Informative and personable. Easy to understand and talk to
October 15, 2025
Excellent
October 14, 2025
LOVE this Doctor he listens and has solutions
October 12, 2025
Dr.Ujiki is a wonderfully compassionate, dedicated, thorough & excellent surgeon & physician.
October 11, 2025
Exceptional doctor!!!
October 1, 2025
Dr. Ujiki and staff are very professional and kind.
September 28, 2025
Dr. Ujicki is a very kind & caring physician. I have only heard glowing praises about his work.
September 7, 2025
The consummate physicianIntelligent, personable, conversive. A truly great asset for Endeavor Health.
September 7, 2025
Looking forward to further information from dr. Ujiki.
September 5, 2025
Excellent
September 4, 2025
Very smart doctor
August 23, 2025
The Care was the best. I wasn't expecting to have to stay an extra three days, but I understood why it had To be.
August 10, 2025
Dr Uljiki is very thorough in his explanations Easy to understand
August 7, 2025
Thank You
August 6, 2025
He was absolutely wonderful. Took.the the time to discuss my options with me. His resident was outstanding as well.
August 1, 2025
Very knowledgeable, pleasant, and thorough.
July 31, 2025
I fell in love with Dr Ujiki and his associates.
July 29, 2025
Dr Ujiki is one of the nicest doctors Endeavor has! Extremely competent and yet compassionate!
July 19, 2025
One of clearest explanations I have ever had from an MD. Wonderful communicator!
July 15, 2025
Very professional and friendly Doctor and Medical Staff. Felt very welcomed by all.
July 14, 2025
Everything was thoroughly explained about the procedure and my choice whether to have surgery or not . My first consultation was very informative
July 10, 2025
Great visit. Dr and staff very nice, great information.
June 26, 2025
Excellent appointment
June 19, 2025
Dr. Ujicki & the student physician assistant & the nurse assistant were all very kind & caring to me.
June 19, 2025
Doctor and his Fellow took a very thorough history. Explanation of the problem and options were also explained very well. Both physicians had very calming demeanors.
May 29, 2025
I was very pleased with the staff and doctor.
May 28, 2025
Terrific
May 19, 2025
Outstanding doctor/surgeon in all ways. Thoughtful, compassionate and addressed all concerns perfectly.
May 9, 2025
Dr Ujiki is very knowledgeable and answers all questions in easy to understand manner.
May 1, 2025
The team at Dr Ujikis office is top notch. Couldn't be more pleased with everything. They were kind, caring and compassionate. They went the extra mile for me in my care and I am so very grateful.
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April 17, 2025
He's just the smartest, kindest man.
April 13, 2025
Dr.Ujiki is an excellent & thorough care provider. He is also very kind. I have not ever experienced such a high degree of dedication from a care provider.
April 12, 2025
Dr. Ujiki was very personable and answered all of my questions!
April 5, 2025
Excellent, caring physician
April 3, 2025
Highly recommended. Dr. Ujiki and his support team clearly explained the upcoming surgical procedure and answered all my questions.
March 22, 2025
Dr. Ujiki is an excellent physician and an excellent person.
March 20, 2025
Excellent
March 10, 2025
Very pleasant and took his time to explain everything.
March 7, 2025
Doc is awesome!
March 2, 2025
Very professional and thorough
February 18, 2025
Dr. Has come highly recommended by my primary Dr. But I have not met him personally. Our only contact so far was only via phone.
February 16, 2025
Very pleased
February 15, 2025
Very good
February 14, 2025
Dr Ujiki and his team all went above and beyond to make me feel like family throughout the scheduling of the visit and surgery. They all were kind, compassionate, and caring individuals. I am so very happy and grateful to be in such caring hands. Dr Ujiki is an excellent physician and I am beyond blessed!
January 31, 2025
Dr Ujiki is a very kind and thoughtful person. He explains everything so that I can understand, he listens to all my questions even if they sound crazy to me.
January 31, 2025
Incredibly knowledgable and well respected physician. Do everything in your power to keep him on your team.
January 26, 2025
Dr. Ujiki was kind, he answered our questions, took as much time as we needed to understand options, and totally humanized the Doctor/patience experience.
January 25, 2025
Very caring, very well versed in his field of expertise & I believe is ethical
January 24, 2025
Good and complete information given.
January 21, 2025
Dr. Ujiki is very thorough and explains things well.
January 12, 2025
Concerned and excellent
January 12, 2025
Dr. Ujiki is excellent.
January 12, 2025
Caring and patient
January 12, 2025
Dr Ujiki is a great surgeon.This was just a follow up from a stomach surgery 8 years ago, as I had to switch a multivitamin that I had been taking for 8 years
January 9, 2025
Very courteous, knowledgeable and good bedside manner.
January 9, 2025
Very pleased he is my doctor.

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