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Eli Michaels MD FACS

Urologist

  • "As I have come to expect, Dr. Michaels was prepared for my visit, explained all results and has me ready for the next year. I believe Dr. Michaels is one of, if not the best in his field. He is always positive and comforting when discussing otherwise stressing issues."

Eli Michaels MD FACS


Dr. Eli Michaels is a board-certified urologist with more than four decades of experience providing comprehensive adult urologic care to patients in Chicago and surrounding communities. He is known for his thoughtful, evidence-based approach and long-standing commitment to both clinical care and academic medicine.

Dr. Michaels earned his undergraduate degree and medical degree from Northwestern University in Chicago, Illinois, and completed his urology residency at Northwestern University. He has been in clinical practice since 1981.

Prior to joining UroPartners, LLC, Dr. Michaels served as a faculty member at the University of Illinois at Chicago, where his clinical research focused on kidney stone prevention and treatment as well as urinary tract infections. His academic background supports his emphasis on prevention, patient education, and individualized treatment planning.

Dr. Michaels currently practices all aspects of adult clinical urology. He is board-certified by the American Board of Urology and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS).

Patients appreciate Dr. Michaels for his experience, clear communication, and conservative approach to care, with a focus on choosing the right treatment at the right time.

Conditions Treated

Dr. Michaels evaluates and treats a wide range of adult urologic conditions, including:

  • Kidney stones and stone prevention
  • Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
  • Blood in the urine (hematuria)
  • Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH / enlarged prostate)
  • Urinary frequency, urgency, and discomfort
  • Bladder and kidney conditions
  • General adult urology concerns

He works closely with patients to identify contributing factors and develop long-term management strategies when appropriate.

Procedures & Treatments

Dr. Michaels provides both medical and procedural urologic care, with an emphasis on proven, patient-centered treatment options. Services include:

  • Comprehensive kidney stone evaluation and management
  • Medical and preventive treatment for recurrent kidney stones
  • Diagnosis and treatment of urinary tract infections
  • Office-based and outpatient urologic procedures
  • Individualized management of prostate and urinary conditions

His approach prioritizes patient education, prevention, and conservative treatment whenever possible, while offering procedural options when clinically indicated.

 

Hospital Affiliation
Advocate Lutheran General Hospital - Park Ridge, IL
Ascension Saint Alexius Medical Center Hoffman Estates - Hoffman Estates, IL
Ascension Alexian Brothers Medical Center Elk Grove Village - Elk Grove Village, IL

Education and Training

1977 - 1981
Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois United States
Residency - Urology
1975
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University , Chicago, Illinois United States
Residency - General Surgery
1971 - 1972
Wesley Pavilion at Northwestern Medical Center , Chicago, Illinois United States
Residency - General Surgery
1970 - 1971
Wesley Pavilion at Northwestern Medical Center , Chicago, Illinois United States
Internship - Internal Medicine
1964 - 1970
Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, Illinois United States
Doctor of Medicine

Certification
American Board of Urology
Fellow of the American College of Surgeons
Illinois State Medical License

Societies
American Urological Society
Chicago Urological Society

Special Interests
Kidney Stones