About Michael Zich, MD
Dr. Michael J. Zich is a highly experienced, board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist who has been delivering comprehensive women’s healthcare for over four decades. He is well known in the region for his clinical expertise, leadership, and early adoption of advanced surgical techniques in gynecology.
Dr. Zich earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago in 1975, where he was recognized with the Upjohn Award as the top medical student in Obstetrics and Gynecology. He completed his OB-GYN residency at the University of Illinois Hospitals, serving as both Chief Resident and Administrative Resident, a role appointed by the department chair for outstanding leadership among senior residents.
He was an early adopter of laparoscopic gynecologic surgery, offering procedures such as laparoscopically assisted vaginal hysterectomy (LAVH) before they became widely available at major institutions. He later added total laparoscopic hysterectomy (TLH) and laparoscopic supracervical hysterectomy (LSH) to his surgical repertoire.
Dr. Zich brings an unmatched level of experience, surgical skill, and dedication to the women of his community, delivering compassionate, patient-centered care that spans generations.