About Us
About Dr. Shishin Yamada
Board-Certified General Surgeon
New Lenox, Illinois
Dr. Yamada is a skilled and compassionate general surgeon with over 18 years of experience in providing high-quality surgical and trauma care. Specializing in minimally invasive and robotic-laparoscopic surgery, Dr. Yamada is a member of the Midwest Institute of Robotic Surgery at Silver Cross Hospital, a leader in robotic surgery in Illinois.
Education & Training
Dr. Yamada arrived from Japan and was raised in Evanston, Illinois. After earning a degree in Electrical Engineering from Northwestern University, he completed a Master’s in Biomedical Engineering at Harvard University. He later pursued his medical degree at the University of Illinois, where he also completed his general surgery residency. His engineering background enhances his expertise in applying advanced technologies to surgery for improved patient outcomes.
Clinical Expertise & Service
With a focus on minimally invasive surgery, Dr. Yamada performs complex procedures with precision, resulting in faster recovery and less discomfort for his patients. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he supported ICU teams, providing critical care such as intubations and dialysis access.
Global Outreach
Dr. Yamada has also traveled abroad on charitable surgical missions to Haiti and the Dominican Republic, helping underserved communities in need of medical care.
Dedicated to advancing patient care, Dr. Yamada combines cutting-edge techniques with a compassionate approach to ensure the best possible outcomes for his patients.
Experienced and Dedicated
General & Trauma Surgeon
5-Star Physician Patient Safety Award
Recipient at Silver Cross Hospital
Comprehensive and Knowledgeable
Surgical Coverage
18+ Years in Practice
at Silver Cross Hospital
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering – Northwestern University
Master of Science in Electrical Engineering – Harvard University
Medical Doctorate
University of Illinois at Chicago
Surgical Residency Training
University of Illinois
Fellow of the
American College of Surgeons
Surgeon Champion for the
ACS National Surgical Quality Improvement Program
American Board of Surgery
Board-Certified
Advanced Trauma and Life Support Certified
Hospital Affiliations
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Professional Memberships
Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
Midwest Institute of Robotic Surgery
Certifications
American Board of Surgery (ABS Board-Certified)
Advanced Trauma and Life Support (ATLS)
Advanced Cardiac and Life Support (ACLS)
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Education and Training
Northwestern University – Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering
Harvard University – Master of Science, Electrical Engineering
University of Illinois at Chicago – Medical School Doctorate Degree (MD)
University of Illinois College of Medicine – General Surgery Residency