Contact & Appointment Information
- Urology Office – Gurnee, Illinois
3 S Greenleaf St, Suite J
Gurnee, IL 60031 - Phone: (847) 599-1111
Department: Urology
About Dr. Nejd F. Alsikafi, MD, FACS
Modern urology advances have changed how doctors diagnose and treat complex urinary and reproductive issues. Dr. Nejd Alsikafi, MD, FACS, stands out as a top expert. He earns praise for skills in urinary trauma, rebuilds, and robotic surgery.
Dr. Nejd Alsikafi works in Illinois. He built a strong career in teaching medicine, new treatments, and high-level surgery training. His efforts shape and rebuild urology today. They boost results for patients with hard urinary problems.
With years of work and nods from America’s Top Doctors, Dr. Alsikafi pushes ahead. He teaches, studies, and centers care on patients.
Early Academic Excellence and Medical Education
Dr. Nejd Alsikafi started med school at Pritzker School of Medicine. It sits at the University of Chicago. He finished in 1997. The school stresses hard study and scientific findings.
In school, he grew keen on surgery and body systems. His interest in urinary paths and rebuild cuts drew him to urology. That field joins fine surgery with lasting patient help.
Residency Training in Urology
After med school, Dr. Nejd Alsikafi stayed at the University of Chicago for urology residency. This stage tests doctors hard. His training covered much ground:
- General urinary surgery
- Urinary cancer care
- Kidney stone fixes
- Kids’ urology
- Rebuild work
He led as chief resident in 2003. He showed great skill and leadership. A big school let him handle tough cases. He teamed with top surgeons and study pros.
Advanced Fellowship in Urologic Trauma and Reconstruction
Post-residency, Dr. Nejd Alsikafi won a spot in a tough fellowship. It focused on urinary trauma and rebuilds at the University of California, San Francisco. That spot leads in surgery advances.
Fellowships build great skills. His stressed:
- Hard urethral rebuilds
- Injury fixes from trauma
- High-level rebuild cuts
- Urinary function work
He taught as a Clinical Instructor, too. He aided patients and students. His role sparked papers on urinary care and rebuilding gains.
Academic Career and Clinical Leadership
Back from fellowship, Dr. Nejd Alsikafi joined the University of Chicago faculty as a Clinical Associate.
He staffed as attending urologist at Mount Sinai Hospital. There, he treated hard cases and guided trainees.
Teaching medicine lets him mix patient work, study, and lessons. It grew his lead in rebuild urology.
Expansion of Reconstructive Urology at Loyola University Health System
In 2006, Loyola University Health System hired Dr. Nejd Alsikafi. They sought his trauma and rebuilding skills. He now acts as Clinical Associate Professor. He trains new doctors.
At Loyola, he set up strong rebuilding programs. They aid patients with:
- Urethral blocks
- Trauma wounds
- Pelvic rebuilds
- Hard urinary issues
His lead grew in the special urinary services there.
Founder of the Chicago Center for Urologic Reconstruction and Trauma
Dr. Nejd Alsikafi saw a gap in expert rebuild care. He started the Chicago Center for Urologic Reconstruction and Trauma. It offers surgery fixes for tough urinary cases.
The center gives:
- Full check-ups
- High rebuild surgery
- Custom plans
- Long-term checks
This shows his drive to reach more with top urinary help.
Clinical Practice with UroPartners
Late in 2006, Dr. Nejd Alsikafi joined Urology Specialists of Lake County/UroPartners. It’s a key urology group in Illinois. By 2015, he moved his full rebuild work there. He still delivers top urinary care.
UroPartners blends:
- New scan tools
- Small-cut surgery
- Teamwork across fields
- Dr. Nejd Alsikafi handles easy and hard urinary issues there.
Board Certification and Professional Credentials
The American Board of Urology certifies Dr. Nejd Alsikafi in adult and kid urology. It proves his wide skills for all ages.
He holds Fellow status in the American College of Surgeons. It marks high skill and ethics.
He stays active in the American Urological Association. It keeps him in new study and care trends.
Leadership in National Medical Organizations
Dr. Nejd Alsikafi led groups like the Trauma and Urologic Reconstruction Network of Surgeons (TURNS). It’s a study team across schools for rebuilding urology.
He served as president and secretary. He linked studies nationwide.
Peers picked him for the Chicago Urologic Society board. It honors his field gifts.
Expertise in Robotic and Minimally Invasive Surgery
Robot systems now aid urology for better cuts and quick heals.
Dr. Alsikafi brought firsts to Northern Lake County. They include:
- Robot kidney part removal
- Robot pelvic floor fix
- InterStim nerve therapy
- UroLift for a big prostate
These small-cut methods bring:
- Tiny openings
- Quick bounce-back
- Fewer issues
- Better results
His robot work shows a drive for fresh med tools.
Comprehensive General Urology Practice
Beyond rebuilds, Dr. Alsikafi runs a full urology office. He treats many issues, such as:
- Kidney stones
- Big prostate (BPH)
- Urinary infections
- Bladder problems
- Urinary cancers
This wide reach lets him guide patients through all care steps.
Research, Publications, and Academic Work
Dr. Alsikafi has written many papers on urologic reconstruction and trauma care.
His research improves knowledge in key areas like:
- Surgical reconstruction methods
- Urinary recovery after trauma
- Low-cut urologic procedures
His publications boost treatment results around the world. They shape doctors in practice and medical students.
Expert Witness and Independent Medical Examiner
Besides patient care, Dr. Alsikafi often serves as an expert witness and Independent Medical Examiner. His skills in tough urologic cases make him a go-to for legal and medical reviews.
This work demands:
- In-depth clinical review
- Fair medical reports
- Clear views on surgery rules
- Others trust his judgment deeply.
Patient-Focused Care
Dr. Alsikafi stands out for his kind approach to patients.
Urologic issues feel private and tough. He stresses:
- Clear patient teaching
- Kind talks
- Custom treatment plans
- Ongoing check-ins
Patients call his style calm and full. It helps them share hard health topics.
Care in Gurnee Community
Dr. Alsikafi works in Gurnee, Illinois. He treats folks in Lake County and nearby areas.
His office offers:
- Top tests
- Low-cut surgery
- Full urologic care
He blends top research skills with local service. Patients get high-level care near home.
Work and Family Balance
Dr. Alsikafi juggles a busy career with family time. He lives in Lake County with his wife and five kids.
This balance shows his drive in medicine, home life, and community ties.
Why Reconstructive Urology Matters
Reconstructive urology ranks among surgery’s hardest fields.
Patients need it for:
- Injuries from trauma
- Problems after old surgeries
- Birth defects
- Long-term urine issues
Dr. Alsikafi’s training helps fix function and life quality for these cases.
Top 50 Doctors in America Honor
The Top 50 Doctors in America award spotlights Dr. Alsikafi’s strong work in:
- Top clinical skills
- New surgery ideas
- School leadership
- Happy patients
His efforts shape urology in Illinois and farther.
Dr. Nejd F. Alsikafi blends surgery skills, school leadership, and kind patient care. He does complex rebuilds and robot-aided low-cut surgery. His work sets urology’s path in Illinois.
His new ideas, studies, and patient focus make him a top urologist nearby. Patients get the best care for simple or hard urologic needs.
FAQs
Q. What are kidney stones?
Hard mineral buildups that form in the kidneys.