Dr. Joseph Kokoszka, Dr. Bo Wang, and Dr. Brian Winkleman are general surgeons with Morris Hospital Surgical Specialists. As general surgeons, they have expertise in diagnosing and treating a wide range of conditions including appendicitis, hernias, gallstones, bowel obstructions, colon and rectal conditions, gastric ulcers and pancreatic, breast conditions, and skin and soft tissue growths and tumors.
Dr. Kokoszka, Dr. Wang and Dr. Winkleman perform surgeries and procedures in Morris Hospital’s state-of-the-art Surgical Services Suite, which includes three operating rooms, a minor procedure room, and two dedicated rooms for endoscopy procedures. Examples of the types of surgeries and procedures they perform include:
- Laparoscopic surgeries including da Vinci robotic-assisted surgery
- Hernia repairs
- Gallbladder removal
- Appendix removal
- Colon and rectal surgeries including bowel resections and hemorrhoid surgery
- Breast surgery and biopsies
- Insertion and remove of vascular access devices
- Removal of foreign bodies
- Removal of skin and soft tissue abnormalities, including benign and cancerous skin lesions, cysts, and lipomas
- Upper endoscopy and colonoscopy
To schedule an appointment with Morris Hospital Surgical Specialists, call 815-364-8927 for the Morris or Ottawa office, or 815-467-0555 for the Channahon office.
Where Can I See a General Surgeon?
Channahon
Address:
Channahon Healthcare Center of Morris Hospital
25259 Reed Street
Channahon, IL 60410
Phone: 815-467-0555
Fax: 815-364-8928
Office Hours: Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
General Surgeon: Dr. Brian Winkleman
Morris
Address:
Morris Medical Center
1600 W. U.S. Route 6
Morris, IL 60450
Phone: 815-364-8927
Fax: 815-364-8928
Office Hours: Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
General Surgeons: Dr. Joseph Kokoszka, Dr. Bo Wang
Ottawa
Address:
1306 Gemini Circle, Suite 2
Ottawa, IL 61350
Phone: 815-364-8927
Fax: 815-364-8928
Office Hours: Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
General Surgeon: Dr. Joseph Kokoszka
Meet the Providers:
Joseph Kokoszka, M.D., General Surgeon, Colon & Rectal Surgeon
Dr. Joseph Kokoszka is a graduate of Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine. He completed a residency in general surgery at University of Illinois Chicago and a fellowship in colon and rectal surgery at Cook County Hospital.
Dr. Kokoszka performs many of his surgical procedures using laparoscopic (minimally invasive) surgery. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery.
Patients can see Dr. Kokoszka in the Morris or Ottawa office.
Bo Wang, D.O., General Surgeon
Dr. Bo Wang earned his medical degree from Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine at Midwestern University in Downers Grove. He completed a five-year general surgery residency at Franciscan Health Olympia Fields where he received extensive training in minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery and robotic surgery.
At Morris Hospital, Dr. Wang performs many of his surgical cases using da Vinci robotic-assisted surgery. Along with providing excellent surgical care, Dr. Wang is committed to patient education and taking time to explain “the big picture” to patients before an upcoming surgery or procedure.
Patients can see Dr. Wang in the Morris office.
Brian Winkleman, M.D., General Surgeon, Minimally Invasive Surgeon
Dr. Brian Winkleman is a graduate of Indiana University School of Medicine. He completed a residency in general surgery at The Ohio State University and a fellowship in minimally invasive surgery at The Ohio State University.
Dr. Winkleman specializes in laparoscopic and robotic procedures including gallbladder removal, hernia repair, small bowel and colon surgery, appendix removal, and excision of skin lesions and soft tumors. At Morris Hospital, Dr. Winkleman performs many of his surgical cases using da Vinci robotic-assisted surgery. He also performs upper endoscopy and colonoscopy. Dr. Winkleman is board certified by the American Board of Surgery.
Patients can see Dr. Winkleman in the Channahon office.
Jessica Jackson, Physician Assistant
Jessica Jackson is a physician assistant who supports the general surgeons as a first assist during surgical cases and procedures. She completed her undergraduate degree at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and physician assistant studies at Midwestern University in Downers Grove.
Frequently Asked Questions:
How do I schedule an appointment?
To schedule an appointment with Morris Hospital Surgical Specialists, call 815-364-8927 for the Morris and Ottawa offices, or 815-467-0555 for the Channahon office.
What insurance plans does Morris Hospital participate in?
Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers is a participating provider in a number of commercial and government health plans. For a complete list, please visit the Participating Insurance Plans page in the Billing & Insurance section of our website.
How do I prepare for my appointment?
Before your appointment, please go to our forms center and download and complete our Healthcare Centers – General Patient Registration Form before coming in for your office visit.
Please arrive 10-15 minutes prior to your appointment time to complete registration and a health questionnaire. If you are a new patient, please arrive 30 minutes ahead of your scheduled appointment time.
When you come for your appointments, please remember to bring the following:
- Driver’s License or a valid ID
- Insurance information
- Referral Letter (if required)
- Medical records from previous hospitals and providers including lab results, X-rays, MRIs, CT scans, etc., along with any other relevant information about your medical history
- List of medications (if any)
We recognize that your time is valuable, and we make every effort to stay on schedule. Occasionally emergencies or patients require a little more time and may cause delays beyond our control. We apologize if we keep you waiting.
How do I cancel my appointment?
If you need to cancel an appointment, please call the office during business hours at least 1 day prior to your scheduled appointment so that we can offer your appointment time to patients on our waiting list.
How do I access the patient portal?
We are pleased to offer a patient portal that gives you access to your health information. Please follow this link to our Patient Portal page.
Where can I get help with questions about billing?
Please visit our Pay My Bill page for information about ways to pay your bill, who to contact for billing questions, and financial assistance.
Is there anything special I should know as a Medicare beneficiary?
Your provider is committed to delivering the best possible coordination of your care by participating in an Accountable Care Organization (ACO). A care coordinator may get involved in your care to help improve communication between your healthcare providers. Please visit our Accountable Care Organization (ACO) webpage to learn more.
