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    MediFind found 16 doctor with experience in Becker Muscular Dystrophy near Chicago, IL. Of these, 11 are Experienced, 3 are Advanced, 1 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    16 providers found
      Elite in Becker Muscular Dystrophy
      Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      Elite in Becker Muscular Dystrophy
      Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      225 E Chicago Ave # 51, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (1.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Nancy Kuntz is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Kuntz is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Becker Muscular Dystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Tubular Aggregate Myopathy, X-Linked Myotubular Myopathy, and Thymectomy.

      Distinguished in Becker Muscular Dystrophy
      Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      Distinguished in Becker Muscular Dystrophy
      Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      225 E Chicago Ave, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Vamshi Rao is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Rao is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Becker Muscular Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Becker Muscular Dystrophy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 1, and Thymectomy.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Advanced in Becker Muscular Dystrophy
      Pediatric Cardiology | Pediatrics
      Advanced in Becker Muscular Dystrophy
      Pediatric Cardiology | Pediatrics

      Lurie Children's Medical Group Inc.

      225 E Chicago Ave, Box 118, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish

      Katheryn Gambetta is a Pediatric Cardiologist and a Pediatrics provider in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Gambetta is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Becker Muscular Dystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Pediatric Myocarditis, Cardiomyopathy, Myocarditis, and Heart Transplant.

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      Advanced in Becker Muscular Dystrophy
      Pediatric Cardiology | Cardiology | Intensive Care Medicine
      Advanced in Becker Muscular Dystrophy
      Pediatric Cardiology | Cardiology | Intensive Care Medicine

      Lurie Children's Medical Group Inc.

      225 E Chicago Ave, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Philip Thrush is a Pediatric Cardiologist and a Cardiologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Thrush is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Becker Muscular Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), Cardiomyopathy, Mitral Atresia, Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, and Heart Transplant.

      Advanced in Becker Muscular Dystrophy
      Advanced in Becker Muscular Dystrophy
      225 E Chicago Ave, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Abigail Schwaede is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Schwaede is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Becker Muscular Dystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2, Dysferlinopathy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Arthrogryposis, and X-Linked Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy.

      Experienced in Becker Muscular Dystrophy
      Pediatric Cardiology | Cardiology
      Experienced in Becker Muscular Dystrophy
      Pediatric Cardiology | Cardiology
      225 E Chicago Ave # 21, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (1.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Defne Magnetta is a Pediatric Cardiologist and a Cardiologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Magnetta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Becker Muscular Dystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Dextrocardia with Situs Inversus, Dextrocardia, Heterotaxy Syndrome, Situs Inversus, and Heart Transplant.

      Experienced in Becker Muscular Dystrophy
      Pediatric Neurology | Pediatrics | Neurology
      Experienced in Becker Muscular Dystrophy
      Pediatric Neurology | Pediatrics | Neurology

      Lurie Children's Medical Group Inc.

      225 E Chicago Ave, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Peter Heydemann is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Pediatrics provider in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Heydemann is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Becker Muscular Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Rett Syndrome, Congenital Toxoplasmosis, Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis, and Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. Dr. Heydemann is currently accepting new patients in some locations.

      Experienced in Becker Muscular Dystrophy
      Experienced in Becker Muscular Dystrophy
      680 N Lake Shore Dr, Suite 1000, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Teepu Siddique is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Siddique is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Becker Muscular Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Maternally Inherited Leigh Syndrome, and Leigh Syndrome.

      Experienced in Becker Muscular Dystrophy
      Experienced in Becker Muscular Dystrophy
      1241 W Jackson Blvd Unit 213, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Divya Nagabushana is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Nagabushana is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Becker Muscular Dystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy, West Syndrome, Rett Syndrome, and Hypotonia.

      Experienced in Becker Muscular Dystrophy
      Pediatric Cardiology
      Experienced in Becker Muscular Dystrophy
      Pediatric Cardiology
      1650 W Harrison St, 708 Kellog, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (2.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Damien Kenny is a Pediatric Cardiologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Kenny is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Becker Muscular Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Coarctation of the Aorta, Atrioventricular Septal Defect, Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), Stent Placement, and Angioplasty.

      Experienced in Becker Muscular Dystrophy
      Experienced in Becker Muscular Dystrophy

      Rush University Medical Group

      1653 W Congress Pkwy, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (2.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Ryan Jacobson is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Jacobson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Becker Muscular Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Jacobson is currently accepting new patients in some locations.

      Experienced in Becker Muscular Dystrophy
      Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Neurology
      Experienced in Becker Muscular Dystrophy
      Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Neurology
      912 S Wood St, Rm 855n, Mc796, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Qin Jiang is a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine specialist and a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Jiang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Becker Muscular Dystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2C, and Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2I.

      Experienced in Becker Muscular Dystrophy
      Experienced in Becker Muscular Dystrophy

      Cook County

      1901 W Harrison St, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Experience:
      15+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Christopher Muth is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Muth has been practicing medicine for over 15 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Becker Muscular Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Plantar Fasciitis, Headache, Stroke, and Transient Tic Disorder. Dr. Muth is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Becker Muscular Dystrophy
      Pediatric Cardiology | Pediatrics | Cardiology
      Experienced in Becker Muscular Dystrophy
      Pediatric Cardiology | Pediatrics | Cardiology

      The University Of Chicago

      5841 S Maryland Ave, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (6.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Kannada
      Accepting New Patients

      Madhusudan Ganigara is a Pediatric Cardiologist and a Pediatrics provider in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Ganigara is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Becker Muscular Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Coarctation of the Aorta, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), Low Blood Pressure, Sarcoidosis, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Ganigara is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Becker Muscular Dystrophy
      Pediatric Cardiology
      Experienced in Becker Muscular Dystrophy
      Pediatric Cardiology
      3722 Touhy Ave, 
      Skokie, IL 
       (10.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Nazia Husain is a Pediatric Cardiologist in Skokie, Illinois. Dr. Husain is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Becker Muscular Dystrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Dextrocardia, Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), Dextrocardia with Situs Inversus, Anomalous Left Coronary Artery from the Pulmonary Artery, and Heart Transplant.

      Experienced in Becker Muscular Dystrophy
      Pediatric Cardiology | Pediatrics
      Experienced in Becker Muscular Dystrophy
      Pediatric Cardiology | Pediatrics
      3722 Touhy Ave, 
      Skokie, IL 
       (10.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Justin Jin is a Pediatric Cardiologist and a Pediatrics provider in Skokie, Illinois. Dr. Jin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Becker Muscular Dystrophy. His top areas of expertise are Dextrocardia, Dextrocardia with Situs Inversus, Heterotaxy Syndrome, and Situs Inversus.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Becker Muscular Dystrophy?

      Becker muscular dystrophy is an inherited disorder that involves slowly worsening muscle weakness of the legs and pelvis.

      When should I see a Becker Muscular Dystrophy doctor near Chicago, 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 a Becker Muscular Dystrophy doctor near Chicago, 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 Becker Muscular Dystrophy doctors near Chicago, 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 Becker Muscular Dystrophy doctors near Chicago, 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 a Becker Muscular Dystrophy doctor near Chicago, 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 Becker Muscular Dystrophy doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Becker Muscular Dystrophy 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 Becker Muscular Dystrophy doctor near Chicago, 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 Becker Muscular Dystrophy 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 Becker Muscular Dystrophy 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 Becker Muscular Dystrophy doctors near Chicago, IL?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Becker Muscular Dystrophy 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 Becker Muscular Dystrophy doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Becker Muscular Dystrophy 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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