Introduce Yourself to Healthy Life
Experience your transformation
At the University of Illinois at Chicago, we are a dedicated team of surgeons, specialists, and healthcare professionals committed to transforming lives through advanced bariatric and foregut surgery.
Our personalized surgical programs are designed to help patients achieve long-term weight loss, resolve obesity-related conditions, and improve overall health and quality of life. Led by renowned experts in minimally invasive and robotic surgery, our team performs a wide range of procedures including gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, hiatal hernia repair, reflux surgery, and complex revisional cases.
We use the latest surgical technology, evidence-based protocols, and a comprehensive multidisciplinary approach that includes nutrition, psychological support, and long-term follow-up. Every patient receives compassionate, individualized care from preoperative evaluation through recovery and beyond.
At UIC, our mission is simple: to provide world-class surgical care in a supportive, academic environment where innovation meets empathy — and every patient’s journey toward better health is guided by excellence.
Why choose Yevhen Pavelko, MD, FASMBS?
We're your trusted experts
Meet our dedicated team of world-class Surgeon, medical professionals, and caring specialists who are here to guide you on your unique journey to health and beauty.
The Latest and Greatest
Discover our cutting-edge treatments, designed to make your dreams a reality. We offer the most advanced surgical options for your best results.
Your Unique Path to Wellness
Your journey with us starts with a customized treatment plan, ensuring that every aspect of your health, beauty, and relaxation needs is addressed with precision and care.
More Than Weight Loss
We're not just about aesthetics; we're about your well-being. Our caring approach combines surgical and medical expertise to give you a truly unique, holistic experience.
Comprehensive Bariatric & Foregut Surgery for Your Well-Being
At our Center of Excellence for Bariatric and Foregut Surgery, we specialize in advanced surgical care designed to restore health, improve quality of life, and ensure lasting results.
Our expert surgical team provides a full range of procedures, including gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, hiatal hernia repair, reflux and foregut surgery, as well as complex revisional cases. Every patient receives personalized, evidence-based care in a state-of-the-art hospital setting equipped with the latest minimally invasive and robotic technology.
We prioritize safety, compassion, and natural recovery, supporting you from the first consultation through surgery and long-term follow-up. Your trust, satisfaction, and success are our highest commitments — because at our center, your health is our mission.
