The 20 Best Pneumonia Doctors Near Me in Illinois, US

Find the Top Pneumonia Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 2875 doctor with experience in Pneumonia near Illinois, US. Of these, 2369 are Experienced, 434 are Advanced, 66 are Distinguished and 4 are Elite.

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    Richard G. Wunderink
    Elite in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Elite in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine
    676 N St Clair St Ste 2100, Arkes Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Experience:
    46+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Wunderink is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Wunderink has been practicing medicine for over 46 years and is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. His top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Brian C. Yu
    Elite in Pneumonia
    Infectious Disease
    Elite in Pneumonia
    Infectious Disease

    Metro Infectious Disease Consultants, LLC

    13755 Cicero Ave, 
    Crestwood, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Brian Yu is an Infectious Disease provider in Crestwood, Illinois. Dr. Yu is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. His top areas of expertise are Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Pneumonia, Osteomyelitis, and COVID-19.

    Benjamin D. Singer
    Elite in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Elite in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine
    676 N St Clair St Ste 2100, Arkes Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Experience:
    19+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Benjamin Singer is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Singer has been practicing medicine for over 19 years and is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. His top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), Cerebral Hypoxia, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), and Lung Transplant.

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    Kishorbhai K. Patel
    Distinguished in Pneumonia
    Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Distinguished in Pneumonia
    Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine

    OSF Medical Group - Lung & Pulmonology

    3315 North Seminary Street Suite 103, 
    Galesburg, IL 
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati 

    Kishorbhai Patel is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Galesburg, Illinois. Dr. Patel has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. His top areas of expertise are Emphysema, Bullae, Lung Metastases, Bronchitis, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    Usman A. Cheema
    Distinguished in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Distinguished in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine

    OSF Medical Group - Lung & Pulmonology

    3315 North Seminary Street Suite 103, 
    Galesburg, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Usman Cheema is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Galesburg, Illinois. Dr. Cheema is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. His top areas of expertise are Emphysema, Bullae, Lung Metastases, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Jon C. Michel
    Advanced in Pneumonia
    Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Pneumonia
    Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine

    OSF Medical Group - Lung & Pulmonology

    1001 Main Street Suite 200, 
    Peoria, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jon Michel is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Sleep Medicine provider in Peoria, Illinois. Dr. Michel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Emphysema, Bullae, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Matthew J. Baugh
    Advanced in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine
    303 W. Ogden Avenue, 
    Westmont, IL 
    Experience:
    23+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    I like to explain my thought process in making my recommendations to patients. I think it is important to make sure the patient feels that we are on the same team!. Dr. Baugh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Lung Nodules, Pneumonia, and Acute Interstitial Pneumonia.

    Agop Tepeli
    Advanced in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Advocate Medical Group Pulmonology

    17850 Kedzie Ave, Ste 3250, 
    Hazel Crest, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Agop Tepeli is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Hazel Crest, Illinois. Dr. Tepeli is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Lung Nodules, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Elizabeth Klein
    Advanced in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Advocate Medical Group Pulmonology

    9000 Waukegan Rd, Ste 220, 
    Morton Grove, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Elizabeth Klein is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Morton Grove, Illinois. Dr. Klein is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. Her top areas of expertise are Atypical Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Lung Metastases, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Gastrostomy.

    Elite in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Elite in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine

    University Of Chicago Medical Center

    5841 S Maryland Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mary Strek is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Strek is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Lung Transplant.

    Advanced in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine
    Advanced in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine

    OSF Medical Group - Pulmonology & Sleep

    2850 West 95th Street Suite 203, 
    Evergreen Park, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino

    Estrellita Jo is a Sleep Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Evergreen Park, Illinois. Dr. Jo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. Her top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Lung Metastases.

    Amith G. Jacob
    Experienced in Pneumonia
    Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Pneumonia
    Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine | Internal Medicine

    OSF Medical Group - Lung & Pulmonology

    535 Roxbury Road, 
    Rockford, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Amith Jacob is an Internal Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Jacob is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Emphysema, and Lung Nodules.

    Bhagat S. Aulakh
    Experienced in Pneumonia
    Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Pneumonia
    Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine | Internal Medicine

    OSF Medical Group - Lung & Pulmonology

    1001 Main Street Suite 200, 
    Peoria, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Punjabi, Spanish, Urdu
    Offers Telehealth

    Bhagat Aulakh is an Internal Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Peoria, Illinois. Dr. Aulakh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Emphysema, Bullae, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Viveka Boddipalli
    Experienced in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Pneumonia
    Pulmonary Medicine
    133 E. Brush Hill Road, Suite 110, 
    Elmhurst, IL 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Telugu

    I believe the foundation to excellent care is forming a partnership with my patients, based on open dialog and using evidence-based medicine, to help them achieve their individual health goals. Dr. Boddipalli is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. His top areas of expertise are Hypovolemic Shock, Lung Metastases, Bronchiectasis, and Pneumonia.

    Javeed Akhter
    Experienced in Pneumonia
    Pediatric Pulmonology
    Experienced in Pneumonia
    Pediatric Pulmonology

    Advocate Children's Medical Group Pediatric Pulmonology

    4440 W 95th St Ste, Ste 1200H, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Urdu

    Javeed Akhter is a Pediatric Pulmonologist in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Akhter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. His top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Secondary Immunodeficiency (SID), Newborn Jaundice, and Cystic Fibrosis.

    Mirza S. Ali
    Experienced in Pneumonia
    Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Pneumonia
    Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine | Internal Medicine

    OSF Medical Group - Lung & Pulmonology

    535 Roxbury Road, 
    Rockford, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mirza Ali is an Internal Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Ali is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. His top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Bronchiolitis Obliterans, Industrial Bronchitis, and Lung Metastases.

    Sanjeev V. Joshi
    Experienced in Pneumonia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Pneumonia
    Internal Medicine

    Advocate Medical Group Internal Medicine

    4001 Vollmer Rd, 
    Olympia Fields, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sanjeev Joshi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Olympia Fields, Illinois. Dr. Joshi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. His top areas of expertise are Mixed Gonadal Dysgenesis, Turner Syndrome, Perrault Syndrome, and Dementia.

    Shilpa S. Bamrolia
    Experienced in Pneumonia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Pneumonia
    Internal Medicine

    Aurora Internal Medicine

    45 Tower Ct Ste, Ste C, 
    Gurnee, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi

    Shilpa Bamrolia is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Gurnee, Illinois. Dr. Bamrolia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. Her top areas of expertise are Sickle Cell Disease, Sitosterolemia, Vitamin D Deficiency, Ureteroscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Kaninika Verma
    Experienced in Pneumonia
    Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Pneumonia
    Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine

    OSF Medical Group - Lung & Pulmonology

    1001 Main Street Suite 200, 
    Peoria, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Offers Telehealth

    Kaninika Verma is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Sleep Medicine provider in Peoria, Illinois. Dr. Verma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. Her top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Drowsiness, Excessive Daytime Sleepiness, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Anthony T. Mccormack
    Experienced in Pneumonia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Pneumonia
    Family Medicine

    Advocate Memory Center

    1875 Dempster St, Ste 520, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anthony Mccormack is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Mccormack is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pneumonia. His top areas of expertise are Dementia, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Pneumonia?

    Pneumonia is inflamed or swollen lung tissue due to infection with a germ.

    This article covers community-acquired pneumonia (CAP). This type of pneumonia is found in people who have not recently been in the hospital or another health care facility such as a nursing home or rehab facility. Pneumonia that affects people in or recently released from a health care facility, such as hospitals, is called hospital-acquired pneumonia (or health care-associated pneumonia).

    When should I see a Pneumonia doctor in Illinois, US?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Pneumonia doctor in Illinois, US?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Pneumonia doctors in Illinois, US?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Pneumonia doctors in Illinois, US?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Pneumonia doctor in Illinois, US?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Pneumonia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Pneumonia doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Pneumonia doctor in Illinois, US?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Pneumonia doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Pneumonia doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Pneumonia doctors in Illinois, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Pneumonia doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Pneumonia doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Pneumonia doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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