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Dr. Benjamin Veenstra, MD
General Surgery* Age 42
Dr. Benjamin Veenstra, MD
5.0 (1 Ratings)

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Dr. Benjamin Veenstra, MD is a General Surgeon in Chicago, IL.
Dr. Benjamin Veenstra, MD
5.0 (1 Ratings)

Dr. Benjamin Veenstra, MD

General Surgery* Age 42
Chicago, IL
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Offers telehealth

Dr. Benjamin Veenstra, MD is a General Surgeon in Chicago, IL.

About Dr. Benjamin Veenstra, MD

Dr. Benjamin Veenstra, MD is a General Surgeon in Chicago, IL. Dr. Veenstra currently practices at Rush Bariatric Surgery-Chicago and is affiliated with Mayo Clinic In Florida. Dr. Veenstra has experience treating conditions like Umbilical Hernia, Lipomas, Inguinal Hernia, Incisional Hernia, Ventral Hernia, Cholecystitis and Gallstones and Gallstones among other conditions at varying frequencies. Dr. Veenstra's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Veenstra is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Umbilical Hernia
Lipomas
Inguinal Hernia
Umbilical Hernia
Lipomas
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Inguinal Hernia
Incisional Hernia
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Ventral Hernia
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallstones
Laparoscopic Esophagogastric Fundoplasty
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gallbladder Removal
Intestinal Obstruction
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Abdominal Pain
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Gastric Ulcer
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Constipation
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Gastrectomy
Appendicitis
Esophagogastric Fundoplasty
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Wound Repair
Pelvic Abscess
Acute Bowel Infarction
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Atresia
Biliary Tract Cancer
Bone Cancer
Bowel Strangulation
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colorectal Cancer
Congenital Anomaly Esophagus
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Crohn's Disease
Empyema
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Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Varices
Gallbladder Cancer
Gastroparesis
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Illeum Cancer
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia with Gangrene
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Prolapse
Ischemic Colitis
Liver Cancer
Lung Abscess
Lung Cancer
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Non-Traumatic Brain Injury
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pleural Effusion
Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
Pyloric Stenosis
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Sclerosing Mesenteritis
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Ulcerative Colitis
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Appendectomy
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Bile Duct Procedure
Colectomy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopic Billiary Stone Removal
Endoscopy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Esophagomyotomy
Excision
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Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gastric Bypass Surgery
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastrotomy
Hernia Repair
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Surgery for Achalasia
Laparotomy
Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Open Appendectomy
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Pancreas Surgeries
Port Placements or Replacements
Proctosigmoidoscopy
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Thoracentesis
Tracheal Surgery
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Vagotomy
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Venous Thrombectomy
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Wedge Resection Colon

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  • Open Access Plus
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    Preferred PPO

Where Dr. Benjamin Veenstra, MD Sees Patients

  1. 1 Rush Bariatric Surgery-Chicago
    1725 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60612
  2. 2 Fl Department Of Surgery
    4500 San Pablo Rd S, Jacksonville, FL 32224
    Monday
    Open 24 Hours 08:00 - 16:00
    Tuesday
    Open 24 Hours 08:00 - 16:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 16:00
    Thursday
    Open 24 Hours 08:00 - 16:00
    Friday
    Open 24 Hours 08:00 - 16:00
    Saturday
    Open 24 Hours 00:00 - 00:00
    Sunday
    Open 24 Hours 00:00 - 00:00
  3. 3 Rush Oak Brook
    2011 York Rd, Oak Brook, IL 60523
  4. 4 Rush Weight Loss Clinic-Oak Park
    610 S Maple Ave, Oak Park, IL 60304

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Patient Reviews
Dec 17, 2025
Dr Veenstra and Rush Team are Amazing. They set me up for success! The rest is up to the patient. Started my journey in 2021, surg 2022, lost 165 & maintainingHere is a copy of the Season’s Greeting that I sent to Rush IL today. Dear Rush Gastric Team and all the incredible professionals who have cared for me, I want to send a huge thank you from the bottom of my heart. You are the teams that saved me. Thank you for believing in me, for your faith, love, and unwavering support, and for giving me the tools to live my best life moving forward. I work hard every day not only for myself, but also for all of you who worked so tirelessly to get me here and continue to help me maintain my milestones. You are loved and appreciated more than you will ever know. Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and a blessed New Year to each of you! Above all, I thank our Lord Jesus Christ for blessing you with the gifts to help patients like me. Be blessed! With deep gratitude and love,Linda
— Dec 17, 2025
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Meet Dr. Benjamin Veenstra, MD

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General Surgery
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Dr. Veenstra frequently treats the following conditions: Umbilical Hernia, Lipomas, Inguinal Hernia, Incisional Hernia, Ventral Hernia, Cholecystitis and Gallstones and Gallstones. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Benjamin Veenstra, MD is affiliated with Mayo Clinic In Florida.

Yes, Dr. Benjamin Veenstra, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Training & Medical Education
Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency Hospital
  • Rush University Medical Center - General Surgery
Residency Hospital
Fellowship Hospital
  • Mayo Clinic-Jacksonville-Florida - Mini Invas & Bariatric Surgery
Fellowship Hospital

Hospitals Where Dr. Benjamin Veenstra, MD Practices

  • Mayo Clinic In Florida

    4500 San Pablo Rd S, Jacksonville, FL

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