EDWARD HOSPITAL
801 South Washington Street
Naperville, IL 60566
(630) 355-0450
Office:
120 Spalding Drive, Suite 209
Naperville, IL 60540
(630) 416-8500
(630) 416-8694 FAX
Staff:
Juan Bonilla, M.D.
- Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgeon
Bradford Blakeman,M.D. - Cardiovascular
and Thoracic Surgeon
Zev Davis, M.D.
- Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgeon
Daniela Alldredge - Administrative Assistant
Nelson Garcia - Perfusionist
Patricia Sikora - Office Manager
Araldo Valgiusti - Perfusionist
Dave Garber - Physician Assistant
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Frequently Asked Questions:
Here are some Frequently Asked Questions from our patients.
How many surgeries are done at Edward?
Approximately 400 open heart surgeries are anticipated in 1999. Multiple
chest operation procedures are performed, as well as peripheral vascular
procedures.
Who are the surgeons at Edward, and what is their experience?
Most members of Cardiac Surgery Associates operate at Edward, but the
majority of Edward open heart cases are done by a team of Dr. Zev Davis,
Dr. Juan Bonilla and Dr. Bradford Blakeman. They are part of a 19 member
group that practices throughout the Chicago area. Heart surgery is done
every day, even weekends, when necessary. While they may round at other
hospitals on the weekend, their home base is Edward, and they are here
daily. They do not work with fellows or residents, as in teaching institutions,
so your surgery will be done by these Board Certified Cardiovascular
surgeons. You will see at least one of them daily during your recovery
period, as they personally round on all patients.
How do I know this is a program with a good record?
All good programs keep careful records of their results and complication
rates, and make those results available.
An important quality measure of an open heart program, is the survival
rate or the mortality rates - how many patients do not survive an operation
or post-operative period. At Edward the mortality for patients having
a planned bypass surgery for the first time has always been less than
1%, and in 1998 was 0.6%. This is very favorable when compared to other
institutions. Edward is part of a national database, and review of all
outcomes is done on a quarterly basis by a committee composed of surgeons,
cardiologists, anesthesiologists and nurses. We are proud of the program
that we have and continually strive to make our results and patient
care even better.
Is Edward the right place to have my surgery?
Care of the open heart patient at Edward is routine to our staff, from
preadmission testing through surgery, postoperative recovery and on
through cardiac rehabilitation in the outpatient setting. Each patient
is cared for individually as they progress through each area reflecting
a finely tuned program with excellent outcomes that has been proven
to work smoothly and efficiently for our patients. You will not be a
number at Edward. We are equipped to meet the special needs of you and
your family in a personal way. Our request from you is that you let
us know what those needs are, so that we can work together. There are
two masters-prepared nurses devoted to the open heart program, coordinating
your care. You will meet them before surgery, see them during your hospitalization,
and also as an outpatient when you come for your follow-up appointment.
At Edward, patients and families come first, and the climate of the
entire institution is geared to serving you.
How long will I be in the hospital?
Most people are ready to go home anywhere from four to six days after
surgery. By the time of discharge you will be walking the halls, showering
daily, and able to climb a flight of stairs.
What will it be like on the morning of surgery?
For planned surgeries, you will come to the hospital early in the morning
on the day of surgery. Your family can stay with you as you check in
and stay until you go into the operating room area. As the anesthesiologist
gets you ready for surgery, you will be given medicine to help you relax,
and very shortly will be completely asleep.
How will my significant others be kept informed on the day of surgery?
They will be directed to the surgical waiting room. The surgery usually
takes three to four hours, and your family will be called periodically
by the circulating nurse in the operating room as the procedure progresses.
After the operation, one of the surgeons will then come to speak to
them to explain the operation and answer any questions. Once you are
settled into the intensive care unit, they can come see you in your
room.
Will I experience much pain?
You will have some discomfort related to the surgery, but we can reassure
you that it will be manageable. Your job will be to communicate with
the nurses and doctors about the level of pain you are having, so that
it can be effectively managed. Initially you will receive medicine intravenously,
but by the time you go home you will be quite comfortable just taking
occasional pain tablets by mouth. We realize that each of you is different,
and will adjust the pain management regimen to meet your individual
needs.
What will I be able to do when I go home?
You can be quite active at home, and are encouraged to take short walks
two to three times a day in addition to showering, and doing light activities
around the house. There are only two restrictions: we ask that you do
not drive right away, (you may be a passenger, but not a driver), and
that you refrain from heavy lifting. It is important to listen to and
respond to your bodies cues, as you gradually regain your strength.
Most people are back to full level of functioning anywhere from four
to eight weeks after surgery.
What type of support will I need when I go home?
Ideally, it is nice to have someone with you for the first few days
at home. If this is not possible, you will need someone to bring in
groceries, and to take you to your follow-up appointments. When you
are in the hospital, we will be discussing a discharge plan with you,
taking into account your personal needs. We often plan to have a visiting
nurse come for a few visits to help with the transition from hospital
to home. Occasionally we recommend a short inpatient stay at a rehab
facility. Our main concern is your safety and health, and we will work
with you to assure that you feel confident and prepared for discharge.
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Our Doctors
Juan J. Bonilla, M.D.
Office
Edward Hospital
120 Spalding Drive, Suite 209
Naperville, IL 60540
(630) 416-8500
Education
1984 Bachelor of Science, Biological Sciences, University
of Illinois, Chicago, IL
1984-1989 Doctor of Medicine, University of Illinois,
Chicago, IL
1989-1995 Residency - General Surgery, University of
Illinois at Chicago
1995-1997 Fellowship - Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery,
Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood, IL
Affiliations/Faculty Appointments
Attending Surgeon, Cardiovascular and
Thoracic Surgery;
- Edward Hospital
- St. Joseph Medical Center
- Good Samaritan Hospital
- Central DuPage Hospital
- Provena Mercy Medical Center
- Loyola University Medical Center
- LaGrange Memorial Hospital
- Elmhurst Memorial Hospital
- Alexian Brothers Medical Center
- The Community Hospital
Licensure and Certification
Licensed to practice medicine in the State of Illinois and Indiana
American Board of Surgery
Honors and Awards
Mary Amanda Anderson Scholarship
Pillsbury Fellowship from the Living Institute of Surgery
Societies & Affiliations
American College of Surgeons - Candidate Group
Chicago Medical Society
American Medical Association
Illinois State Medical Society
American Association for the Advancement of Science
American Association of Academic Surgery - Candidate Group
Chicago Surgical Society
International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation
Bibliography available upon request
Bradford Blakeman, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Office
Loyola University Medical Center
2160 South First Avenue, Suite 6237
Maywood, IL 60153
(708) 327-3205
Education
1971-1975 B.A. Biology, Summa cum Laude,
Phi Kappa Phi: Illinois Wesleyan University, Bloomington, IL
1975-1979 Doctor of Medicine, Alpha
Omega Alpha: University of Illinois Medical School, Champaign and
Chicago, IL
1979-1980 Internship
1979-1984 Residency - General Surgery
1984-1986 Fellowship - Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery - Loyola
University Affiliated Hospitals, Maywood, IL
1986 Angioscopy; Laser Surgery; Laser
Angioplasty - Harbor UCLA Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA
1986 Use of Nd: YAG Laser Application
in Bronchology - Lahey Clinic, Burlington, MA
1986 Symbion Course on Total Artificial
Heart, Salt Lake City, UT
April 14 & 15, 1988 - Pacing: A Viable
Option for Tachycardia Termination Intermedics, Inc., Angleton, TX
May 2, 1992 - Thoracoscopic Training
Course for Thoracic Surgeons, Hines, VA
February 20, 1993 - Heartmate, Texas
Heart Institute, CardioWest Conference Tucson, AZ
June 19 - 21, 1997 Freestyle Select
Aortic Root Bioprosthesis Symposium, Medtronic Corp., Quebec City,
Quebec
Affiliations/Faculty Appointments
Professor and Vice Chairman - Thoracic & Cardiovascular Surgery - Loyola
Medical Center, Maywood, IL
Attending Surgeon - Thoracic & Cardiovascular
Surgery
- Mercy Center
- Good Samaritan Hospital
- St. Joseph Hospital
- Edward Hospital
- Central DuPage Hospital
- LaGrange Memorial Hospital
- Alexian Brothers Medical Center
- Elmhurst Memorial Hospital
Hospital Committees
- Loyola University Medical Center
- Good Samaritan Hospital
Licensure and Certification
Licensed to practice medicine in the State of Illinois
American Board of Surgery
American Board of Thoracic Surgery
Professional Service
American Medical Association
American College of Chest Physicians
Fellow, American College of Surgeons
Fellow, American College of Angiology
Chicago Surgical Society
American College of Cardiology
Society of Thoracic Surgeon
International Society for Heart Transplantation
Association for Academic Surgery
American Association of Thoracic Surgery
Bibliography available upon request
Zev Davis, M.D.
Office
Edward Hospital
120 Spalding Drive, Suite 209
Naperville, IL 60540
(630) 416-8500
Education
1962-1969 Premedical and Medical Studies, Hebrew University
and Hadssah Medical School, Ein Karem, Jerusalem, Israel
1969-1970 Internship - Rotating, Hadassah Medical Center,
Ein Karem, Jerusalem, Israel
1970-1972 Resident - General Surgery, Mayo Graduate School Of
Medicine, Rochester, MN
1972-1973 Resident - Cardiovascular Surgery, Hadassah
University Hospital, Ein Karem, Jerusalem, Israel
1973-1975 Resident - General Surgery, Mayo Graduate School
of Medicine, Rochester, MN
1975-1977 Fellowship - Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery,
Mayo Graduate School of Medicine, Rochester, MN
1976 Congenital Heart Disease, Hektoen Institute for
Medical Research, Chicago, IL
1980 Microsurgery, John Hopkins University, School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD
Affiliations/Faculty Appointments
Director, Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery;
Edward Hospital
Clinical Assistant Professor, Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery;
- Loyola University Medical Center
- Central DuPage Hospital
- Good Samaritan Hospital
- Provena Mercy Medical Center
- St. Joseph Medical Center
- Alexian Brothers Medical Center
- Elmhurst Memorial Hospital
- LaGrange Memorial Hospital
Licensure and Certification
Licensed to practice medicine in the State of Illinois, Indiana, Michigan and Minnesota
American Board of Surgery
American Board of Thoracic Surgery
Honors and Awards
Bumitz Price, First Place for M.D. Research Thesis, Hebrew University, Jerusalem, Israel
Societies & Affiliations
American College of Surgeons
Chicago Medical Society
American Medical Association
Illinois State Medical Society
American College of Cardiology
American Heart Association
Priestley Surgical Society
Society of Thoracic Surgeons
Medical Wilderness Society
DuPage County Medical Society
International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiac
Surgery
Bibliography available upon request
