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ISO 9001 Certified Clinic
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ISO 9001 Certified Clinic
Laser hemorrhoid treatment for Chicago residents is now a practical option — without the months of waiting, without the complexity of finding coverage, and without the difficult recovery that follows conventional surgery. At Proctoclinic in Amman, Jordan, Dr. Aref Hammam has performed over 8,500 minimally invasive hemorrhoid surgery procedures across 15 years, treating hemorrhoids, anal fissure, anal fistula, and pilonidal sinus. Most Chicago patients return home within three days of their procedure.
— Quick Answer
Chicago residents — including those in Bridgeview, Orland Park, Burbank, and the southwest suburbs — seeking laser hemorrhoid treatment, anal fissure, anal fistula, or pilonidal sinus care can access specialist treatment at Proctoclinic, Amman, Jordan. Dr. Aref Hammam performs Laser Hemorrhoidoplasty (LHP) — a minimally invasive procedure with same-day discharge and a typical recovery of about three days. The team speaks Arabic and English. A dedicated female specialist is available. No US insurance is required. Appointments are confirmed within 24–72 hours of report review.
What We Treat
All four conditions below are treated using minimally invasive laser surgery — no large incisions, no stitches, same-day discharge. These conditions frequently occur together, and where possible we treat them in a single session.
Hemorrhoids are swollen blood vessels in and around the back passage. They are the most searched anorectal condition in the Chicago area — and one of the most common reasons people quietly suffer for months before doing anything. Home remedies and creams ease symptoms temporarily but do not fix the underlying problem. Laser Hemorrhoidoplasty (LHP) treats the root cause — including Grade 3 and Grade 4 — in 15 to 20 minutes.
An anal fistula is a small tunnel that forms between the inside of the back passage and the skin nearby, usually after an infection or abscess. It does not heal by itself and causes recurring pain and discharge. Proctoclinic is the only clinic in Jordan using the VAAFT endoscopic system — a vision-guided laser approach that reduces recurrence to below 3%.
A fissure is a small tear in the lining of the back passage. It causes sharp, intense pain during bowel movements that can last for an hour or more afterward. Many patients in the Chicago area are told it will heal on its own — sometimes it does, often it does not. Fissures and hemorrhoids can exist together, and we treat both in the same session at no extra cost.
A pilonidal sinus is a small cyst or tunnel near the tailbone that becomes infected and very painful — often coming back repeatedly after standard treatment. Traditional surgery leaves an open wound that can take months to fully close. Laser treatment at Proctoclinic treats it without open surgery — no large wound, same-day discharge, and most patients are back to normal within days, not months.
Why Patients Travel
Most people who contact us are not primarily motivated by cost. They are looking for something specific that they could not easily find in the Chicago area.
Cost savings are a genuine benefit — but they are not the main reason patients travel.
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Dr. Aref Hammam performs laser proctology exclusively. His entire 15-year practice has been focused on this specific set of procedures — not as part of a broader general surgical practice. Volume and focus produce different results.
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Waiting weeks or months for a colorectal surgical appointment in the Chicago area is common. At Proctoclinic, medical reports are reviewed within 24 hours and appointments are confirmed within 24 to 72 hours — so patients stop waiting and start moving forward.
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Laser Hemorrhoidoplasty creates no open wounds and requires no stitches. Most patients feel mild soreness — managed comfortably with medication — and are walking normally within 24 hours. This is very different from the weeks of significant pain after conventional surgery.
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Many patients who contact us have already had banding, injections, or traditional surgery — and the condition returned. Laser treatment by an experienced specialist addresses the problem differently and carries a significantly lower recurrence rate.
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After flying back to Chicago, the clinical team stays available via WhatsApp — for questions, photo check-ins, and guidance. This follow-up is included indefinitely at no extra cost.
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Dr. Maha Mohammed sees female patients exclusively. For many women in Chicago’s Arabic community — particularly in Bridgeview, Orland Park, and the southwest suburbs — a female specialist is not a preference. It is a requirement.
The Procedure
Most people picture surgery as cutting. Laser treatment works completely differently. Here is a simple, step-by-step explanation of what actually happens from the moment you arrive to the moment you leave.
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A short pre-procedure check is done. From arrival to discharge, the whole process takes about three hours. There is no hospital admission.
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You receive general anaesthesia so you feel nothing during the procedure. You are completely comfortable and unaware throughout.
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A very thin laser fibre is placed inside the hemorrhoidal tissue. Precise heat energy closes the blood supply feeding the hemorrhoid, causing it to shrink from within. No cutting. No stitches. No open wound on the outside.
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After a short rest, you go back to your hotel. No overnight hospital stay. Most patients feel mild soreness — like the day after a dental procedure — and prescribed medicine makes this very manageable.
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A brief check confirms recovery is on track. Most patients receive a fit-to-fly certificate by Day 3 and return to Chicago comfortably.
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The 1940 nm wavelength is the current standard for precision laser proctology. It targets hemorrhoidal tissue specifically, reducing the effect on healthy surrounding tissue — which is why recovery is faster and discomfort is lower.
The laser works from inside the tissue. Nothing is cut open on the outside. There is no wound to heal, no stitches to remove, and no dressing changes needed
Compared with conventional hemorrhoidectomy, LHP targets only the affected blood vessels — leaving healthy surrounding tissue intact. This is the key reason recovery is faster.
The procedure is done in the morning. You are back at your hotel by the afternoon. No hospital admission. No overnight stay. This is what makes a 6-day round trip from Chicago genuinely workable.
Without an open wound, most patients experience only mild soreness for a few days. This is a completely different experience from the weeks of significant pain that follow conventional hemorrhoidectomy.
LHP is not only for mild hemorrhoids. At Proctoclinic, we treat Grade 3 and Grade 4 regularly. The outcome depends on the surgeon’s experience — not just the technology.
By closing the blood supply feeding the hemorrhoid rather than simply removing tissue, LHP produces a lower recurrence rate in experienced hands — which is a key reason patients with recurring hemorrhoids seek us out specifically.
Is This Right for You?
If any of the following sounds like your situation, laser treatment is likely worth a conversation with our team. Send your details and we will give you a clear, honest answer about whether this is the right path for you.
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Even occasional rectal bleeding should be assessed properly. It does not always mean something serious — but it should not be left unchecked.
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You were told your hemorrhoids are advanced but were not given a clear option. Laser treatment works for Grade 3 and Grade 4 in experienced hands.
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Hemorrhoids that returned after banding, injections, or surgery elsewhere are one of the most common reasons people contact us. Laser offers a clinically different approach.
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Creams, diet changes, and warm baths can ease symptoms but do not treat the root cause. Three months of trying is long enough — it is time for a proper assessment.
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If sitting, working, or normal daily activity is uncomfortable because of hemorrhoids, fissure, or fistula — this is not something you should simply accept and live around.
Concerned about a long, painful recovery? Laser treatment is a clinically proven option for most patients — without the weeks of post-operative pain and recovery leave.
A note from Dr. Aref Hammam: Every case is assessed individually before any recommendation is made. If laser is not the right approach for your specific situation, we will tell you clearly — and explain what the right next step actually is. We do not recommend treatment that is not warranted.
Recovery After Laser Treatment
One of the biggest differences between laser treatment and conventional surgery is how quickly life returns to normal. Here is what most Chicago patients experience.
Procedure Day
Day of Surgery
15 to 20 minutes under anaesthesia. After a short rest in the clinic, you leave the same day. Most patients describe mild soreness — similar to the feeling after a dental procedure. Prescribed medicine manages this comfortably.
Day 1
Next Day
A brief check with the surgeon confirms recovery is going well. Most patients are moving around comfortably, eating normally, and feeling noticeably better than expected.
Days 2–3
Days Two & Three
Most international patients receive a fit-to-fly certificate by Day 3. A full medical summary in English is provided for your doctor back in Chicago. You board your flight home.
Week 2
Second Week
Soreness has reduced significantly. Most patients are back to their regular schedule. The team remains reachable via WhatsApp if anything comes up.
Week 4
One Month
The tissue has settled and the hemorrhoid has shrunk. Most patients report feeling completely back to normal — often better than they have felt in years.
Transparent Treatment Costs
Laser hemorrhoid procedures are typically not covered by insurance in the US. Here is an honest breakdown so you can plan your trip accurately.
Surgeon’s fee
$4,000–$8,000
Hospital / facility fee
$6,000–$15,000
Anesthesia
$2,000–$4,000
Pre-operative tests
$500–$2,000
Post-op follow-up visits
$300–$800 each
Waiting time for appointment
Weeks to months
Hospital overnight stay (if required)
$2,000 – $4,000/night
⚠️ Based on published US cash-pay pricing data, 2025–2026. Costs vary by provider and facility.
Laser Hemorrhoidoplasty (LHP) procedure
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Surgeon’s fee (Dr. Aref Hammam)
✓ Included
Anesthesia
✓ Included
Same-day discharge
✓ Standard
Post-operative follow-up
✓ Lifetime — Free
Appointment from report review
✓ 24–72 hours
Hospital overnight stay
✓ Not required
✅ $1,200 fixed, all-inclusive. No hidden fees. Return flights from Chicago and a 3-night hotel bring the total trip to approximately $3,000.
Return flights from Chicago O’Hare, three nights near the clinic, and the all-inclusive procedure come to approximately $3,000 in total — compared to $15,000–$35,000 out of pocket in Chicago. For a full breakdown, see our complete cost comparison guide. Lifetime follow-up is included at no additional cost.
Laser vs. Conventional Surgery
A significant number of patients who contact us from Chicago have already had conventional hemorrhoid treatment — banding, injections, or surgery — and the problem came back. There is a clear clinical reason for this
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Surgery
Laser LHP
Rubber band ligation and conventional hemorrhoidectomy treat what is visible — but the underlying vascular pressure that caused the hemorrhoid can remain. Over time, new hemorrhoidal tissue forms in the same area.
Compared with conventional hemorrhoidectomy, Laser Hemorrhoidoplasty (LHP) is designed to close the blood supply feeding the hemorrhoid from within, while preserving the surrounding healthy tissue. This may result in less post-procedure discomfort and a lower rate of recurrence for appropriately selected patients.
Equally important: the clinical outcome depends significantly on how many times a surgeon has performed this specific technique. A procedure done 8,500 times over 15 years produces different results than one performed occasionally in a general surgical practice.
Why Proctoclinic
There is a real difference between a surgeon who performs one technique every day and one who does it occasionally. Here is what that looks like in practice at Proctoclinic.
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Dr. Aref Hammam does not perform general surgery. His entire 15-year practice has been laser proctology. That level of specialisation, applied to 8,500+ procedures, produces consistent results.
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Your medical report is reviewed within 24 hours. An appointment is confirmed within 24 to 72 hours. You are not left managing pain for months while waiting for a slot.
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The full clinical and administrative team speaks Arabic and English. There is no language barrier at any stage — from first contact through to your follow-up back in Chicago.
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Dr. Maha Mohammed is dedicated exclusively to female patients — Jordanian board certified with an international laser proctology fellowship from Italy. Available for all conditions, all grades.
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Proctoclinic holds ISO 9001 certification — an internationally recognised quality standard that confirms consistency and reliability in clinical processes and patient care.
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After you return to Chicago, the team remains available via WhatsApp indefinitely. No per-visit fees. No appointments needed. Your care continues after you leave.
The Surgical Team
Procedures completed
9,000+ LHP procedures
Clinical experience
15 years in laser proctology
Training
Trained in Jordan & internationally equipped
Specialization
Exclusively minimally invasive laser procedures
Dr. Aref is thorough and patient with questions. Every patient receives a clear, honest picture of their options before any decision is made. He treats all grades of hemorrhoids including Grade 4, as well as anal fissure, anal fistula (VAAFT), and pilonidal sinus.
Board certification
Jordanian Board — General Surgery
Fellowship
Laser Rectal Surgery — Italy
Experience
6+ years in laser proctology
Dedicated to
Female patients exclusively
Dr. Maha sees female patients exclusively and brings international fellowship training to every consultation. For women in Chicago’s Arabic community — particularly those for whom a female specialist is a requirement rather than a preference — she is available for all conditions and all grades.
Your Treatment Journey
Most Chicago patients complete the entire process — first contact to flying home — within six days.
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Day 1
Send your report. Team reviews and responds within 24 hours.
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Day 2
Flight from JFK/EWR to Amman. Hotel confirmed near clinic
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Day 3
~30 min from Queen Alia Airport to the clinic area.
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Day 4
15–20 min under anesthesia. Same-day discharge.
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Day 5
Brief post-op review. Medical summary issued in English.
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Day 6
Fit-to-fly certificate issued. Most patients cleared.
Patient Experiences
“He was very attentive, kind, and very skilled in his profession. He understood my condition and got me the surgery I needed after suffering for one year. Very skilled and gives all the information you need, answered all my questions and is very patient.”
Paypay Wilson — Patient, Proctoclinic Jordan
“Dr. Hammam’s expertise is unparalleled. He not only explained my condition in detail but also provided a comprehensive treatment plan that addressed both the physical and emotional aspects of my illness. His compassionate demeanor and genuine concern made me feel valued and understood.”
Ashraf Alomoush — Patient, Proctoclinic Jordan
“Dr. Maha is such a great and professional doctor. I had a wonderful experience with her and I’d definitely recommend her to anyone. Thank you a lot.”
Sawsan— Patient, Proctoclinic Jordan
For the Chicago Arabic Community
The Arabic and Jordanian community in the Chicago metropolitan area — concentrated in Bridgeview, Orland Park, Burbank, and Palos Hills — is one of the largest in the United States. It is a professionally established, close-knit community with high standards for the care it seeks.
We also know that conditions like hemorrhoids are rarely discussed openly in the community, and that finding a doctor who understands both the clinical and personal dimensions of this kind of treatment genuinely matters.
Proctoclinic is not a general hospital. It is a specialist laser proctology clinic built exclusively around these four conditions. The team speaks Arabic and English. A female specialist is available. Every patient is treated with the same privacy and clinical seriousness you would expect from any world-class medical facility.
Full consultation in Arabic or English — no language barrier at any stage
No US insurance required — fixed, transparent pricing from the start
Female specialist available — Dr. Maha Mohammed, for all female patients
Most international patients return home within three days of their procedure
No forms required. Send us a message in Arabic or English and we will guide you through what to share. Our team responds within hours.
Common Questions
Send your medical report or message us directly on WhatsApp. Our team reviews every case within 24 hours and comes back with a clear, honest recommendation — no obligation, no waiting lists.
Advanced Laser Proctology · Amman
A specialist laser proctology clinic in Amman, Jordan. Serving international patients from the U.S., Europe, and the Arab world with minimally invasive anorectal care and same-week scheduling.
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