Dr. Charles Berkelhammer, MD
Gastroenterology*•Male•Age 68
Gastroenterology*
Dr. Charles Berkelhammer, MD is a gastroenterologist in Oak Lawn, IL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Berkelhammer has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease, Esophageal Disorders, and Gastrointestinal Disorders. He graduated from University of Toronto, Fac Med in 1980. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Advocate Christ Medical Center and Palos Community Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
Southwest Gastroenterology
9921 Southwest Hwy Oak Lawn, IL 60453Hospital Highlight
Dr. Berkelhammer is affiliated with Alexian Brothers Medical Center 1 Elk Grove Village, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for gastroenterology.
Dr. Berkelhammer is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology
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- Areas of ExpertiseDr. Berkelhammer specializes in the areas of Gastroenterology & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
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- Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
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| 1 Star | 28% | 28% |
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Dr. Charles Berkelhammer, MD is a gastroenterologist in Oak Lawn, IL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Berkelhammer has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease, Esophageal Disorders, and Gastrointestinal Disorders....read moreGastroenterology
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Residency HospitalToronto General Hospital
Internship Hospital, 1981University Of Toronto, Fac Med
Medical School, 1980
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Southwest Gastroenterology
Affiliated Hospitals
- Recipient of 31
hospital awardsAmerica's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
View all awardsAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
85%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% higher than the national average
73%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well3% lower than the national average
- Recipient of 27
hospital awardsAmerica’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ (2025)
Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis
View all awardsAmerica's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)
Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
85%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% higher than the national average
76%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well1% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 7
hospital awardsAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
View all awardsGastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
83%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% lower than the national average
77%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well1% higher than the national average
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