Jihad Kudsi, MD

Jihad Kudsi, MD, DABOM, MBA, MSF, FASMBS, FACS

Bariatric Surgery, Weight Management

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Locations

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La Grange

5101 S Willow Springs Road
Suite: Bariatric Clinic
 La Grange, IL  60525
708-245-5425
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Glen Ellyn

Duly Health and Care
430 Pennsylvania Ave
Suite 350
 Glen Ellyn, IL  60137
630-790-1700
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Expertise

Biography

Dr. Jihad Kudsi's clinical interests encompass advanced minimally invasive and robotic bariatric surgery, including sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, and revisional procedures. He also specializes in the surgical management of gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD), Achalasia, gallbladder disease, hiatal hernias, abdominal wall hernias, and inguinal hernias, with a focus on optimizing patient outcomes and enhancing recovery through state-of-the-art techniques.

Publications:

Books: Sleeve Gastrectomy Surgery Unleashed: Your Witty Q&A Guide to Slimming Success
Sedation for Endoscopy in the Obese Patient
In: Endoscopy in Obesity Management: A Comprehensive Guide
Authors: J. Kudsi, J. Balogh, N. Tariq
Springer International Publishing, 2018
Complications of Biliopancreatic Diversion and Duodenal Switch
In: The SAGES Manual of Bariatric Surgery
Authors: N. Tariq, J. Kudsi
Editors: K. Reavis, A. Barrett, M. Kroh
Springer, Cham, 2018
Fast Track Feeding after Revisional Bariatric Surgery is Associated with Reduced Length of Stay
Poster Presentation at ASMBS 34th Annual Meeting at Obesity Week 2017
Authors: N. Tariq, L. Moore, J. Kudsi, R. Ogunti, M. Puppala, S. Wong, P. Wilson, V. Sherman, B. Shirkey
The Effect of Resident Involvement on Perioperative Outcomes in Bariatric Surgeries
Oral Presentation at the 2017 Academic Surgical Congress, Las Vegas, NV
Authors: J. Kudsi, K. Hayes, R. Amdur, P. Lin, K. Vaziri

Personal Interests

Dr. Kudsi enjoys playing the piano, running, weightlifting and playing soccer.

Care Philosophy

Dr. Jihad Kudsi is dedicated to providing personalized and compassionate care, focusing on minimally invasive bariatric surgery to help patients achieve sustainable weight loss and improve their overall health. He is committed to empowering patients with the knowledge and tools they need for long-term success.

Areas Served
La Grange, IL | Glen Ellyn, IL
Languages Spoken
English
Education
  • Aleppo University
Residencies
  • Surgery, General at George Washington University
Fellowships
  • Advanced Minimally Invasive Bariatric Surgery at Houston Methodist Hospital, Texas Medical Center
Medical Organization Memberships and Committees
  • American College of Surgeons
  • American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery
Board Certification
  • Surgery: The American Board of Surgery
  • Obesity Medicine: American Board of Obesity MedicineABOM
Publications
  • Montminy EM, Zhou M, Edelson JC, Karlitz JJ. Stage-Stratified Incidence Rates of Colorectal Adenocarcinoma Among Patients Aged 46 to 49 in the United States. JAMA Netw Open. 2024 Mar 04; 7(3):e241848. PMID: 38488798; PMCID: PMC10943413.
  • Montminy EM, Jones B, Heller JC, Attwell A. Endoscopic iatrogenic esophageal perforation and management: a retrospective outcome analysis in the modern era. BMC Gastroenterol. 2023 Oct 31; 23(1):371. PMID: 37907880; PMCID: PMC10617122.
  • Montminy EM, Zhou M, Long C, Wani S, Patel SG, Karlitz JJ. Impact of Carcinoid and Appendiceal Site Inclusion on Early Onset Colon Cancer Incidence Rate Analysis in the United States. Clin Gastroenterol Hepatol. 2023 10; 21(11):2972-2974.e1. PMID: 36273798.

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  • Montminy EM, Zhou M, Maniscalco L, Heda R, Kim MK, Patel SG, Wu XC, Itzkowitz SH, Karlitz JJ. Shifts in the Proportion of Distant Stage Early-Onset Colorectal Adenocarcinoma in the United States. Cancer Epidemiol Biomarkers Prev. 2022 02; 31(2): 334-341-PMID: 35082122.
  • Yen T, Scolaro J, Montminy E, Karlitz JJ, Wani S, Patel SG, University of Colorado Gastroenterology Outcomes Research Group. Spectrum of Advanced Colorectal Neoplasia and Anticipated Yield of Average-Risk Screening in Veterans Under Age 50. Clin Gastroenterol Hepatol. 2023 03; 21(3):827-829.e3. PMID: 34800736.
  • Montminy EM, Zhou M, Maniscalco L, Penrose H, Yen T, Patel SG, Wu XC, Karlitz JJ. Trends in the Incidence of Early-Onset Colorectal Adenocarcinoma Among Black and White US Residents Aged 40 to 49 Years, 2000-2017. JAMA Netw Open. 2021 11 01; 4(11):e2130433. PMID: 34751760; PMCID: PMC8579235.
  • Karlitz JJ, Montminy EM, Itzkowitz SH. Adenocarcinomas, as Opposed to Carcinoids, Are Primarily Driving Increases in Early-Onset Colorectal Cancer Rates. Gastroenterology. 2021 11; 161(5):1723-1724. PMID: 33753101.
  • Montminy EM, Zhou M, Maniscalco L, Abualkhair W, Kim MK, Siegel RL, Wu XC, Itzkowitz SH, Karlitz JJ. Contributions of Adenocarcinoma and Carcinoid Tumors to Early-Onset Colorectal Cancer Incidence Rates in the United States. Ann Intern Med. 2021 02; 174(2):157-166. PMID: 33315473.
  • Montminy EM, Jang A, Conner M, Karlitz JJ. Screening for Colorectal Cancer. Med Clin North Am. 2020 Nov; 104(6):1023-1036. PMID: 33099448.
  • Montminy EM, Karlitz JJ, Landreneau SW. Progress of colorectal cancer screening in United States: Past achievements and future challenges. Prev Med. 2019 03; 120:78-84. PMID: 30579938.
  • Montminy EM, Landreneau SW, Karlitz JJ. First report of small cell lung cancer with PTHrP-induced hypercalcemic pancreatitis causing disconnected duct syndrome. World J Clin Oncol. 2017 Oct 10; 8(5): 420-424-PMID: 29067279; PMCID: PMC5638718.
  • Alves ML, Warren CM, Simon JN, Gaffin RD, Montminy EM, Wieczorek DF, Solaro RJ, Wolska BM. Early sensitization of myofilaments to Ca2+ prevents genetically linked dilated cardiomyopathy in mice. Cardiovasc Res. 2017 Jul 01; 113(8): 915-925-PMID: 28379313; PMCID: PMC5852625.
  • Alves ML, Dias FAL, Gaffin RD, Simon JN, Montminy EM, Biesiadecki BJ, Hinken AC, Warren CM, Utter MS, Davis RT, Sakthivel S, Robbins J, Wieczorek DF, Solaro RJ, Wolska BM. Desensitization of myofilaments to Ca2+ as a therapeutic target for hypertrophic cardiomyopathy with mutations in thin filament proteins. Circ Cardiovasc Genet. 2014 Apr; 7(2):132-143. PMID: 24585742; PMCID: PMC4061696
Ages Accepted
  • Adults
Conditions Treated
  • Bariatric & Weight Care
  • Behavioral Therapy
Treatments Offered
  • AHMG da Vinci Robotic Surgery
  • Bariatric Surgery
  • da Vinci Robotic Surgery

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  • Gastric Bypass
  • Gastric Sleeve Surgery
  • Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery
  • Obesity Surgery
  • Sleeve Gastrectomy
Procedures and Tests
  • Behavioral Therapy
  • Gastric Bypass Surgery
  • Gastric Pacemaker

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Frequently Asked Questions

What locations does Jihad Kudsi, MD, DABOM, MBA, MSF, FASMBS, FACS practice at?
Jihad Kudsi, MD, DABOM, MBA, MSF, FASMBS, FACS practices at La Grange at 5101 S Willow Springs Road, Suite: Bariatric Clinic, La Grange, IL, 60525, Glen Ellyn at 430 Pennsylvania Ave, Suite 350, Glen Ellyn, IL and 60137. Learn more about Jihad Kudsi, MD, DABOM, MBA, MSF, FASMBS, FACS at AdventHealth.
What is Jihad Kudsi, MD, DABOM, MBA, MSF, FASMBS, FACS's specialty?
Jihad Kudsi, MD, DABOM, MBA, MSF, FASMBS, FACS specializes in Bariatric Surgery and Weight Management. Learn more about Jihad Kudsi, MD, DABOM, MBA, MSF, FASMBS, FACS at AdventHealth.
What conditions does Jihad Kudsi, MD, DABOM, MBA, MSF, FASMBS, FACS treat?
Jihad Kudsi, MD, DABOM, MBA, MSF, FASMBS, FACS treats the following conditions: Bariatric & Weight Care and Behavioral Therapy. Learn more about Jihad Kudsi, MD, DABOM, MBA, MSF, FASMBS, FACS at AdventHealth.
What health services does Jihad Kudsi, MD, DABOM, MBA, MSF, FASMBS, FACS provide?
Jihad Kudsi, MD, DABOM, MBA, MSF, FASMBS, FACS provides Bariatric and Weight Care services. Learn more about Jihad Kudsi, MD, DABOM, MBA, MSF, FASMBS, FACS at AdventHealth.