Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Hospital Privileges
Research And Publications
Scientific Committees
Board Certification
Scientific Presentations
Scientific Meetings And CME
References
Teaching
Hobbies and Interests
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Fadel Azer

Oak Brook,IL

Summary

Dr. Fadel Azer is a renowned double ABOG certified minimally invasive pelvic surgeon who pioneered complex gynecologic surgery, with over twenty four years of experience treating endometriosis and over seventeen years of using the da Vinci Robot Surgical System including Multi-port and Single Site Platforms. Known among colleagues as the go-to surgeon for complex cases. Dr. Azer successfully completed two residency training programs in Surgical Oncology and OBGYN. Dr. Azer's surgical oncology background is a great asset to him and has helped shape his journey to becoming a well rounded pelvic surgeon who always thinks out of the box. Reputable professional with special focus on complex endometriosis cases. Enthusiastic, excellent communication skills, team building and leadership.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgeon

Advanced Gynecology Practice
02.2023 - Current
  • Established strong rapport with patients through clear communication about their diagnoses and treatment options, easing anxieties around surgery when necessary
  • Established Advanced Endometriosis Center in DuPage County, IL that serves as referral source for complex and recurrent endometriosis cases
  • Performed complex pelvic and extra-pelvic endometriosis excision surgeries
  • Performed more than 3000 complex gynecological procedures
  • Performed more than 95% of cases as an outpatient minimally invasive procedure
  • Evaluated new surgical instruments and equipment to determine their efficacy in improving patient outcomes and procedural efficiency
  • Developed customized treatment plans for individual patients, optimizing their recovery process and minimizing complications
  • Performed complex surgeries with precision and skill, resulting in reduced post-operative complications and faster healing times
  • Implemented evidence-based practices into daily routines, boosting overall quality of care provided to patients
  • Assisted with development and implementation of hospital policies and procedures related to surgery, reinforcing a culture of safety and high-quality care
  • Participated in hospital committees focused on improving patient safety, reducing infection rates, and streamlining processes for surgical teams
  • Served as a consultant for other physicians seeking expert advice on specific cases or surgical techniques, enhancing overall quality of care within the institution
  • Improved patient outcomes by utilizing advanced surgical techniques and staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in medical research.

Obstetrician/Gynecologist

VNA Health care
07.2010 - 01.2023
  • Managed broad spectrum of extremely high-risk obstetrics and gynecologic patients, performed more than 200 deliveries, more than 150 complex gynecologic cases mostly minimally invasive every year
  • Established colposcopy/LEEP clinic in addition to other office procedures such as IUDs, Nexplanon, vulvar biopsies, EMB, performed more than 100 colposcopies and 30 LEEPs per year
  • Performed minimally invasive gynecologic procedures referred from 14 locations of FQHC, all high risk with severe pathology, highly skilled in open, laparoscopic and robotic procedures
  • Supervised and collaborated with 5 mid-level providers.

Medical Director

VNA Healthcare
07.2012 - 01.2023
  • Provided day-to-day supervision for over 300 medical staff
  • Provided continuous professional development opportunities and training to maintain and strengthen competencies
  • Assisted in talent acquisition of medical staff and increased retention
  • Oversaw orientation and established peer review process of medical staff
  • Developed and annually reviewed medical policies, procedures and protocols as needed
  • Provided medical consultation to medical staff, and nursing staff
  • Optimized case and clinical management and recommended plans to improve safety and health programs.

Obstetrician/Gynecologist- Resident

St John Hospital And Medical Center (SJHMC)
07.2006 - 06.2010
  • Thoroughly examined patients and elicited medical history data to use in assessing health and identifying medical conditions
  • Ordered and executed diagnostic tests and analyzed diagnostic images to further investigate patient conditions
  • Educated patients on specific treatments and care plans
  • Prescribed treatments and calculated pharmaceutical dosage and timing
  • Performed initial and ongoing assessments of patients' medical, physical and psychosocial status
  • Managed 350+ births per year involving both planned caesarean and emergency deliveries
  • Served as Administrative Chief Resident.

Senior Registrar of General Surgery

Al-Salam International Hospital
04.2004 - 09.2005
  • Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic for major private hospital serving international patients
  • Diagnosed and treated various surgical conditions in different settings such as trauma, surgical clinic, burn unit
  • Highly skilled in open procedures and multi-system surgical procedures
  • Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships
  • Developed team communications and information for meetings.

Surgical Oncology - Resident

National Cancer Institute - University Of Cairo
10.2000 - 04.2004
  • Examined cancer patients in clinic, ordered diagnostic testing and imaging, diagnosed various cancer conditions
  • Instructed and advised patients regarding preventive health care measures to promote early detection, diagnosis and management of malignant conditions
  • Performed complex oncologic surgical procedures in all body systems such as gynecologic, urologic, GI, thoracic, breast, orthopedic and soft tissue through 6 months rotation at 6 major surgical oncologic divisions as well as general surgery rotation
  • Highly skilled in peri-operative management with early diagnosis of postoperative complications and their management
  • Monitored post-operative recovery and educated patient on at-home recovery
  • Highly skilled in open surgical procedures, case list of more than 2000 procedures in different body systems
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members such as medical oncology, radiation oncology, and nuclear medicine to develop assessment and treatment plans for highly complex cancer patients
  • Served as Administrative Chief Resident as appointed by Department Chair.

House Officer

University of Cairo Hospitals
01.2000 - 01.2001
  • 2 months rotation in OBGYN, Pediatrics, General Surgery, IM, Psychiatry, Surgical Oncology
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arrived to work on time
  • Performed exams, ordered tests, elicited medical history
  • Assisted in various surgical procedures
  • Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents
  • Developed team communications and information for meetings
  • Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results.

Education

Masters of General Surgery (M.Sc) -

University of Cairo School of Medicine
Cairo, Egypt
10.2003

M.D. -

University of Cairo
Cairo, Egypt
05.2000

Skills

  • Minimally invasive procedures
  • Endometriosis: Pelvic and extra-pelvic
  • Robotic Surgeon, residency trained and certified
  • Office Hysteroscopy
  • Office procedures
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Team building, leadership and coaching
  • Time management
  • Highly productive
  • 8 years of Surgical Oncology and OBGYN training including robotics

Certification

  • Licensed Obstetrician and Gynecologist in IL 2010-present, license 36125013
  • MI educational medical license 2006-2010, license 5315027009
  • USMLE Step I – January 2005 (Score: 236=95 percentile), first attempt
  • USMLE Step II CK – August 2005 (Score: 250=99 percentile), first attempt
  • USMLE Step II CS - – September 2005, first attempt
  • ECFMG certified – November 2005
  • USMLE Step III – January 2006, first attempt
  • Basic Life Support-2006-present
  • Neonatal Resuscitation – 2006-present
  • Unrestricted Surgeon License, Egypt 143453
  • IL Hemorrhage Class – 2010-present
  • Robotic Surgeon – July, 2010 -Present, Single Site, Advanced Robotic Courses

Accomplishments

  • Recognition Certificate (Rush Copley Medical Center) 2010-present for participation as an active teaching attending in the Family Medicine Residency Program
  • Elected: Administrative Chief Resident (SJHMC) 2009-2010
  • Resident of the Year 2009-2010
  • Resident Achievement Award by the American Society of Laparo-endoscopic Surgeons 2010
  • Awarded: The Golden Apple in teaching, Resident, SJHMC 2006-2010
  • Appointed Administrative Chief Resident (NCI- University of Cairo) 2003-2004
  • Awarded: honors degree of excellence for a collective score above 85 percentile of School of Medicine, University of Cairo.
  • Awarded: honors degree of excellence in Obstetrics & Gynecology, Pediatrics, General Surgery, Internal Medicine, ENT, Ophthalmology, Public Health, Pathology, Pharmacology, Microbiology, and Biochemistry as a subject collective score.

Affiliations

  • American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists 2006 - present
  • American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists ( AAGL) 2007 – present
  • American Society of Laparo-endoscopic Surgeons, SLS 2007-2010
  • Egyptian Cancer Society 2004 - present

Hospital Privileges

  • Rush Copley Medical Center, Aurora, IL, July 2010 - present
  • Advocate Sherman Hospital, Elgin, IL, July 2015 - present
  • Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, Downers Grove, IL, March 2023 - Present
  • Oak Brook Surgery Center, Oak Brook, IL, March 2023 - Present
  • Presence Mercy Medical Center, Aurora, IL, September 2013 - December 2014

Research And Publications

  • St. John Hospital and Medical Center- Detroit: Laparoscopic Assisted Vaginal Hysterectomy vs. Tans-Vaginal Hysterectomy for Benign Pathology: Decision-Making process
  • National Cancer Institute, University of Cairo: A retrospective Comparative Study of Free and Pedicled TRAM Flaps for Breast Reconstruction after Mastectomy for Malignancy
  • School of Medicine, University of Cairo – Egypt: Maternity and Child Health services and the impact on the surrounding population

Scientific Committees

  • PPC (Professional Practice Committee) at Rush Copley Hospital 2017- present
  • Bylaws Committee at Rush Copley Hospital 2016-present
  • MFM (Maternal Fetal Medicine) Chart Review Committee at Rush Copley Hospital 2015 –2023
  • Senior Leadership Committee at the VNA Health Care 2012 - 2023
  • UDS (Universal Data Service required by HRSA for FQHCs) Committee at the VNA Health Care 2012 - 2023
  • Policy and Procedure Committee at the VNA Health Care 2012 - 2023
  • Q & I Committee at the VNA Health Care at the VNA Health Care 2012 – 2023
  • BCICQI committee at SJHMC: monthly meeting for the academic year- 2009/2010
  • Medical education committee at SJHMC: quarterly meeting for the academic year- 2009/2010

Board Certification

  • ABOG, 2011 - present
  • ABOG MIGS Certification, 2021 - present

Scientific Presentations

  • St. John Hospital and Medical Center – Detroit: Resident seminar: Uterine Carcinoma– 2007
  • St. John Hospital and Medical Center – Detroit: Resident seminar: Uterine Sarcoma – 2008
  • Karmanos Cancer Center – Detroit: Resident seminar: Mechanical Ventilation – 2008
  • St. John Hospital and Medical Center – Detroit: Resident seminar: Breast Diseases – 2009
  • St. John Hospital and Medical Center – Detroit: Resident seminar: Tumor Markers – 2010
  • Karmanos Cancer Center – Detroit: Resident seminar: Updates in Tumor Markers – 2010
  • UDS Data and VNA Successes & Challenges on Cervical Cancer Screening – 2013
  • Cervical Cancer Screening Guidelines – VNA, Aurora, IL – All Providers monthly Meeting- 2015
  • Cervical Cancer Screening 2019 Guidelines – VNA, Aurora, IL – All Providers monthly Meeting- 2020, 2021

Scientific Meetings And CME

  • ACOG Annual Meeting "2022 ACOG Annual CLinical & Scientific Meeting", San Diego, CA 2022
  • Morbidity and Mortality conference at Rush Copley Hospital: monthly 2010-present
  • All Providers monthly Meeting and OBGYN Department monthly meeting at VNA Health Care, Aurora, IL 2010 - 2023
  • AAGL Global Congress, 2010, 2015, 2020, 2021
  • Robotic Advanced Courses“Retroperitoneal” Intuitive Surgical Lab, Atlanta, GA 2019
  • Robotic Advanced Courses“Single Site Hysterectomy.” Intuitive Surgical Lab, Atlanta, GA 2018
  • Mayo Clinic CME course “Challenges in Women Health”, Chicago, IL 2017
  • Mayo Clinic CME course “Challenges in Women Health”, Chicago, IL 2016
  • ACOG post graduate course “Update in Cervical Diseases”, Chicago, IL 2015
  • Mayo Clinic CME course “Challenges in Women Health”, Chicago, IL 2014
  • ACOG post graduate course “Advances in Minimally Invasive Surgery for the Practicing Gynecologist: An Interactive Hands-On Course, Celebration, Florida” 2013
  • ExamPro OBGYN Board Review – 2010, 2011
  • AAGL 17th Annual Meeting – 2008

References

Available upon request

Teaching

Currently: Family Practice Residents at Rush Copley Hospital and Medical Center Medical students from Wayne state University, St. George's Medical University, the American University of Caribbean Schools, and University of Cairo School of Medicine

Hobbies and Interests

  • Family activities
  • Traveling
  • Listening to audio books

Timeline

Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgeon

Advanced Gynecology Practice
02.2023 - Current

Medical Director

VNA Healthcare
07.2012 - 01.2023

Obstetrician/Gynecologist

VNA Health care
07.2010 - 01.2023

Obstetrician/Gynecologist- Resident

St John Hospital And Medical Center (SJHMC)
07.2006 - 06.2010

Senior Registrar of General Surgery

Al-Salam International Hospital
04.2004 - 09.2005

Surgical Oncology - Resident

National Cancer Institute - University Of Cairo
10.2000 - 04.2004

House Officer

University of Cairo Hospitals
01.2000 - 01.2001

Masters of General Surgery (M.Sc) -

University of Cairo School of Medicine

M.D. -

University of Cairo

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