The 20 Best Craniosynostosis Doctors Near Me in Chicago, IL

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 36 doctor with experience in Craniosynostosis near Chicago, IL. Of these, 30 are Experienced, 3 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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36 providers found
    Advanced in Craniosynostosis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Craniosynostosis
    General Surgery

    Advocate Children's Medical Group Pediatric Plastic Surgery

    9555 S 52nd Ave, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Smetona is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Smetona is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Plagiocephaly, Metopic Ridge, Craniosynostosis, Osteotomy, and Craniectomy. Dr. Smetona is board certified in American Board Of Plastic Surgery.

    Distinguished in Craniosynostosis
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Craniosynostosis
    General Surgery

    Advocate Children's Medical Group Plastic Surgery

    1675 Dempster St 3rd, 3rd Fl, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sanjay Naran is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Naran is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Craniosynostosis, Plagiocephaly, Metopic Ridge, Osteotomy, and Bone Graft. Dr. Naran is board certified in American Board Of Plastic Surgery.

    Distinguished in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery
    Distinguished in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery

    OSF Medical Group - Oncology Surgery

    1310 North Missouri Avenue, 
    Peoria, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi

    Amir Dorafshar is a Plastic Surgeon practicing medicine in Peoria, Illinois. Dr. Dorafshar is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Craniosynostosis, Metopic Ridge, Plagiocephaly, Osteotomy, and Bone Graft. Dr. Dorafshar is board certified in American Board Of Plastic Surgery.

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    Distinguished in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery
    Distinguished in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery

    Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital Of Chicago

    225 E Chicago Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Arun Gosain is a Plastic Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Gosain is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cleft Lip and Palate, Craniosynostosis, Pierre Robin Sequence, Osteotomy, and Abdominal Wall Surgery.

    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery

    Plastic Surgery Clinic Of Chicago, LLC

    737 N Michigan Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Parit Patel is a Plastic Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Goldenhar Disease, Crouzon Syndrome, Acrofacial Dysostosis Rodriguez Type, Treacher Collins Syndrome, and Osteotomy. Dr. Patel is board certified in American Board Of Plastic Surgery.

    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Neuroradiology

    Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital Of Chicago

    225 E Chicago Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maura Ryan is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Ryan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. She is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chiari Malformation, Cortical Dysplasia, Familial Porencephaly, and Choroid Plexus Cyst.

    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis

    Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital Of Chicago

    225 E Chicago Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Judith Gadde is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Gadde is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. She is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Choroid Plexus Cyst, Familial Porencephaly, Arachnoid Cysts, and Optic Glioma.

    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Neuroradiology

    Office

    225 E Chicago Ave # 9, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Corey Bregman is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Bregman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Optic Glioma, Familial Porencephaly, Choroid Plexus Cyst, and Arachnoid Cysts.

    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Neuroradiology

    University Of Chicago Medical Center

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

    Daniel Ginat is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Ginat is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Meningioma, Radiation Induced Meningioma, Arachnoid Cysts, Schizencephaly, and Parathyroidectomy.

    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Pediatric Radiology
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Pediatric Radiology

    Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital Of Chicago

    225 E Chicago Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Martha Saker is a Pediatric Radiologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Saker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. She is also highly rated in 118 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ureterocele, Scoliosis, Congenital Giant Megaureter, and PIK3CA-Related Overgrowth Spectrum.

    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis

    Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital Of Chicago

    225 E Chicago Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dianna Bardo is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Bardo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. She is also highly rated in 50 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Scoliosis, Familial Porencephaly, Choroid Plexus Cyst, and Arachnoid Cysts.

    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Pediatric Radiology
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Pediatric Radiology

    Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital Of Chicago

    225 E Chicago Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Safwan Halabi is a Pediatric Radiologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Halabi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. He is also highly rated in 55 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Scoliosis, Ureterocele, Horseshoe Kidney, and Pectus Excavatum.

    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Pediatric Radiology
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Pediatric Radiology

    Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital Of Chicago

    225 E Chicago Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Francis Prendergast is a Pediatric Radiologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Prendergast is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. He is also highly rated in 61 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ureterocele, Scoliosis, Congenital Giant Megaureter, and Caffey Disease.

    Advanced in Craniosynostosis
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Craniosynostosis
    Neurosurgery

    Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital Of Chicago

    225 E Chicago Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sandi Lam is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Lam is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. She is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hydrocephalus, Epilepsy, Intraventricular Hemorrhage of the Newborn, Craniectomy, and Laminectomy.

    Advanced in Craniosynostosis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Craniosynostosis
    General Surgery

    Mount Sinai Hospital

    1500 S Fairfield Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lee Alkureishi is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Alkureishi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cleft Lip and Palate, Bifid Nose, Zlotogora-Ogur Syndrome, Osteotomy, and Bone Graft.

    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Neurosurgery

    OSF Illinois Neurological Institute - Neurosurgery

    200 East Pennsylvania Avenue, 
    Peoria, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin, Spanish

    Julian Lin is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Peoria, Illinois. Dr. Lin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hydrocephalus, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, Tissue Biopsy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Lin is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery.

    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery

    Advocate Lutheran General Hospital

    1775 Dempster St, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Frank Vicari is a Plastic Surgeon practicing medicine in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Vicari is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sternal Cleft, Plagiocephaly, Metopic Ridge, and Craniosynostosis.

    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery
    5841 S Maryland Ave # Mc6035, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gaia Santiago is a Plastic Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Santiago is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Metopic Ridge, Plagiocephaly, Craniosynostosis, and Osteotomy.

    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    General Surgery

    Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital Of Chicago

    225 E Chicago Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tord Alden is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Alden is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Syringomyelia, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Chiari Malformation Type 1, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Osteotomy.

    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery

    Mount Sinai Hospital

    1500 S Fairfield Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Pravin-kumar Patel is a Plastic Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Goldenhar Disease, Saethre-Chotzen Syndrome, Orofaciodigital Syndrome 1, Acrocephalopolydactyly, and Osteotomy.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    When should I see a Craniosynostosis 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 Craniosynostosis 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 Craniosynostosis 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 Craniosynostosis 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 Craniosynostosis 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 Craniosynostosis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Craniosynostosis 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 Craniosynostosis 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 Craniosynostosis 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 Craniosynostosis 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 Craniosynostosis doctors near Chicago, IL?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Craniosynostosis 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 Craniosynostosis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Craniosynostosis 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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