The 20 Best Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA) Doctors Near Me in highland park, IL

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 55 doctor with experience in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA) near highland park, IL. Of these, 44 are Experienced, 9 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    Experienced in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)
    Experienced in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)
    Referral may be required
    800 N Westmoreland Rd Ste 201, 
    Lake Forest, IL 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Patrick Onkka is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Lake Forest, Illinois. Dr. Onkka is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA). He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Necrotizing Vasculitis. Dr. Onkka is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified). Dr. Onkka is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)
    Experienced in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)
    Referral may be required
    800 N Westmoreland Rd Ste 201, 
    Lake Forest, IL 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kathryn Kiehn is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Lake Forest, Illinois. Dr. Kiehn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA). She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Psoriatic Arthritis, and Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). Dr. Kiehn is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified). Dr. Kiehn is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)
    Geriatrics | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)
    Geriatrics | Internal Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    1777 Green Bay Rd., Suite 201, 
    Highland Park, IL 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Polish, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Sultan is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics and Internal Medicine in Highland Park, Illinois. Dr. Sultan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA). He is also highly rated in 78 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Chronic Cough, Coronary Heart Disease, and Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT). Dr. Sultan is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Medical Genetics. Dr. Sultan is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)
    Internal Medicine

    Aspire Internal Medicine, PLLC

    400 Skokie Blvd., Suite 530, 
    Northbrook, IL 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sanjeev Lulla is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Northbrook, Illinois. Dr. Lulla is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA). He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sitosterolemia, Endocarditis, Richter Syndrome, and Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL). Dr. Lulla is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Lulla is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)
    Advanced in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)
    Referral may be required
    800 N Westmoreland Rd Ste 201, 
    Lake Forest, IL 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jennifer Capezio is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Lake Forest, Illinois. Dr. Capezio is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA). She is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Fibromyalgia, and Polymyositis. Dr. Capezio is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified). Dr. Capezio is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)
    Family Medicine

    Family Doctors Of Northbrook

    1885 Shermer Rd, 
    Northbrook, IL 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Rebecca Malik is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Northbrook, Illinois. Dr. Malik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA). She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Vertigo, Hypothyroidism, and Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis. Dr. Malik is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)
    Rheumatology
    Referral may be required
    800 N Westmoreland Rd Ste 201, 
    Lake Forest, IL 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kaitlin Lima is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Lake Forest, Illinois. Dr. Lima is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA). Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Necrotizing Vasculitis, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, and Polymyalgia Rheumatica. Dr. Lima is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified). Dr. Lima is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)
    Rheumatology
    Referral may be required
    800 N Westmoreland Rd Ste 201, 
    Lake Forest, IL 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Denise Verges is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Lake Forest, Illinois. Dr. Verges is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA). She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Relapsing Polychondritis. Dr. Verges is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Rheumatology (Certified). Dr. Verges is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)
    Rheumatology
    Advanced in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)
    Rheumatology
    Referral required

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    2150 Pfingsten Rd., Suite 3000, 
    Glenview, IL 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Laura Zaacks is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Glenview, Illinois. Dr. Zaacks is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA). She is also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Temporal Arteritis, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Juvenile Temporal Arteritis. Dr. Zaacks is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Zaacks is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)
    Rheumatology
    Advanced in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)
    Rheumatology
    Referral may be required

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    225 N. Milwaukee Ave., Lower Level, 
    Vernon Hills, IL 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Bob Sun is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Vernon Hills, Illinois. Dr. Sun is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA). He is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chondrocalcinosis 2, Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, and Polymyalgia Rheumatica. Dr. Sun is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sun is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)
    Rheumatology
    Advanced in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)
    Rheumatology
    Referral may be required

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    225 N. Milwaukee Ave., Lower Level, 
    Vernon Hills, IL 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Justin Gan is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Vernon Hills, Illinois. Dr. Gan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA). He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Relapsing Polychondritis. Dr. Gan is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Gan is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)
    Advanced in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)
    Referral may be required

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    15 S. McHenry Rd., 3rd Floor, 
    Buffalo Grove, IL 
     (8.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Robert Goldman is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Buffalo Grove, Illinois. Dr. Goldman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA). He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Osteoporosis, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis. Dr. Goldman is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Goldman is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)
    Rheumatology
    Distinguished in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)
    Rheumatology
    Referral required

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    1000 Central St., Suite 800, 
    Evanston, IL 
     (10.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Amanda Myers is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Evanston, Illinois. Dr. Myers is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA). She is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Vasculitis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, and Rheumatoid Pneumoconiosis. Dr. Myers is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Myers is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)
    Internal Medicine

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    211 Waukegan Rd., Suite 200, 
    Northfield, IL 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Aron Feinberg is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Northfield, Illinois. Dr. Feinberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA). He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tracheitis, Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Heart Failure, and Crohn's Disease. Dr. Feinberg is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Feinberg is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)
    Family Medicine

    Baxley Family Medicine

    100 Saunders Rd., Suite 1500, 
    Lake Forest, IL 
     (6.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Frances Baxley is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lake Forest, Illinois. Dr. Baxley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA). She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Giardia Infection, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Bacterial Gastroenteritis, and Familial Dysautonomia. Dr. Baxley is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Baxley is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)
    Experienced in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)
    Referral may be required

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    2150 Pfingsten Rd., Suite 3000, 
    Glenview, IL 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Merrideth Morris is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Glenview, Illinois. Dr. Morris is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA). She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis, Gout, Osteoporosis, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis. Dr. Morris is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Morris is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)
    Internal Medicine

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    15 S. McHenry Rd., 2nd Floor, 
    Buffalo Grove, IL 
     (8.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Polish, Russian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Stuart Ferber is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Buffalo Grove, Illinois. Dr. Ferber is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA). He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Vitamin D Deficiency. Dr. Ferber is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ferber is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)
    Family Medicine

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    1329 N. Wolf Rd., 
    Mount Prospect, IL 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hungarian
    Accepting New Patients

    Jennifer Szabo is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Mount Prospect, Illinois. Dr. Szabo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA). She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Diabetic Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome, Bronchitis, Vitamin D Deficiency, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Szabo is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Szabo is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)
    Experienced in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)
    Referral required

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    9650 Gross Point Rd., Suite 3900, 
    Skokie, IL 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Diana Sandler is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Skokie, Illinois. Dr. Sandler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA). She is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis, Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, and Polymyalgia Rheumatica. Dr. Sandler is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sandler is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)
    Experienced in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)
    Referral may be required

    Robert Hozman, MD, SC

    4709 Golf Rd, 
    Skokie, IL 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Assyrian, Polish, Russian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Hozman is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Skokie, Illinois. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Hozman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA). He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), MAGIC Syndrome, IgG4-Related Disease, and Light Chain Deposition Disease (LCDD). Dr. Hozman is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Hozman is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)?

    Axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA) is a progressive subtype of inflammatory rheumatoid arthritis that mainly affects areas where ligaments and tendons attach to bone (entheses) in the spine and pelvic (sacroiliac) joints and which causes chronic lower back, hip, and buttock pain. There are two subtypes of axial spondyloarthritis: 1) non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis (nr-axSpA), which means that the joint damage cannot be seen on X-ray, and 2) ankylosing spondylitis (AS), when the joint damage can be seen on X-ray. Axial spondyloarthritis starts early in life and occurs in both men and women, usually between the teenage years and thirties, and appears more often in individuals with a family history of the disease, or who are of Alaskan and Siberian Eskimo, Native American, or Scandinavian Lapp ancestry.

    When should I see an Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA) doctor near highland park, IL?

    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 an Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA) doctor near highland park, IL?

    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 Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA) doctors near highland park, IL?

    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 Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA) doctors near highland park, IL?

    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 an Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA) doctor near highland park, IL?

    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 Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA) doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA) 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 an Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA) doctor near highland park, IL?

    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 Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA) 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 Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA) 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 Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA) doctors near highland park, IL?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA) 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 an Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA) doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA) 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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