The 20 Best Croup Doctors Near Me in Illinois, US

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The 20 Best Croup Doctors in Illinois, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 353 doctor with experience in Croup near Illinois, US. Of these, 300 are Experienced and 53 are Advanced.

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    Veronika Kroin
    Advanced in Croup
    Advanced in Croup

    Children's Health Care, Ltd.

    201 E. Strong St., Suite 6, 
    Wheeling, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Portuguese, Spanish

    Veronika Kroin is a Pediatrics provider in Wheeling, Illinois. Dr. Kroin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Croup. Her top areas of expertise are Croup, Pertussis, Otitis Media with Effusion, and Viral Gastroenteritis.

    Steven Kovar
    Advanced in Croup
    Pediatrics
    Advanced in Croup
    Pediatrics

    Kids First Pediatrics, Ltd.

    24600 W. 127th St., Suite B345, 
    Plainfield, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven Kovar is a Pediatrics provider in Plainfield, Illinois. Dr. Kovar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Croup. His top areas of expertise are Croup, Herpangina, Scarlet Fever, and Roseola.

    Ushma Patel
    Advanced in Croup
    Pediatrics
    Advanced in Croup
    Pediatrics

    ABC Pediatrics LLC

    1331 W 75th St Ste 300, 
    Naperville, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati 

    Ushma Patel is a Pediatrics provider in Naperville, Illinois. Dr. Patel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Croup. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Croup, Herpangina, and Roseola.

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    Jessica Ciszek
    Advanced in Croup
    Pediatrics | Dietetics | Bariatric Medicine
    Advanced in Croup
    Pediatrics | Dietetics | Bariatric Medicine

    Kids First Pediatrics, Ltd.

    24600 W. 127th St., Suite B345, 
    Plainfield, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jessica Ciszek is a Dietetics specialist and a Pediatrics provider in Plainfield, Illinois. Ms. Ciszek is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Croup. Her top areas of expertise are Croup, Herpangina, Roseola, and Autism Spectrum Disorder.

    Jennifer Schott
    Advanced in Croup
    Advanced in Croup

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    49 S. Waukegan Rd., Suite 100, 
    Deerfield, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Jennifer Schott, MD, a general pediatrician at Endeavor Health, provides care for children from infancy through adolescence with a focus on treating the whole child—mind and body. Practicing in Deerfield, she supports families by creating a calm, joyful, and accessible care environment. Dr. Schott helps parents feel confident by listening carefully, addressing concerns with compassion, and encouraging a partnership-based approach to care. Dr. Schott is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Croup. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Croup, Familial Short Stature (FSS), and Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS).

    Patrick Esposito
    Advanced in Croup
    Advanced in Croup

    Associates In Pediatrics, SC

    1015 Summit St., Suite B, 
    Elgin, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Patrick Esposito is a Pediatrics provider in Elgin, Illinois. Dr. Esposito is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Croup. His top areas of expertise are Rotor Syndrome, Asthma in Children, Developmental Dysphasia Familial, and Croup.

    Boris Lelchuk
    Advanced in Croup
    Advanced in Croup

    Children's Health Care, Ltd.

    201 E. Strong St., Suite 6, 
    Wheeling, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian

    Boris Lelchuk is a Pediatrics provider in Wheeling, Illinois. Dr. Lelchuk is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Croup. His top areas of expertise are Pertussis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Croup, and Scarlet Fever.

    Advanced in Croup
    Advanced in Croup

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

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

    Sriram Ramgopal is a Pediatrics provider in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Ramgopal is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Croup. His top areas of expertise are Neonatal Herpes, Infantile Pneumothorax, Croup, and Cerebral Hypoxia.

    Advanced in Croup
    Advanced in Croup

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

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

    Erin Augustine is a Pediatrics provider in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Augustine is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Croup. Her top areas of expertise are Asthma in Children, Croup, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection, and Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST).

    Advanced in Croup
    Advanced in Croup

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

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

    Jennifer Colgan is a Pediatrics provider in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Colgan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Croup. Her top areas of expertise are Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection, Croup, Asthma in Children, and Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST).

    Kevin Lue
    Experienced in Croup
    Pediatrics
    Experienced in Croup
    Pediatrics

    1-2-3 Pediatrics

    3925 75th Street Ste 105, 
    Aurora, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kevin Lue is a Pediatrics provider in Aurora, Illinois. Dr. Lue is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Croup. His top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Herpangina, Croup, and Scarlet Fever.

    Jonathan Ahn
    Experienced in Croup
    Pediatrics
    Experienced in Croup
    Pediatrics

    Seed Pediatrics, SC

    9669 Kenton Ave., Suite 405, 
    Skokie, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean, Spanish

    Jonathan Ahn is a Pediatrics provider in Skokie, Illinois. Dr. Ahn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Croup. His top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Herpangina, Croup, and Developmental Dysphasia Familial.

    Suzanne Alfano
    Experienced in Croup
    Experienced in Croup

    North Arlington Pediatrics

    1430 N. Arlington Heights Rd., Suite 210, 
    Arlington Heights, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Suzanne Alfano is a Pediatrics provider in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Dr. Alfano is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Croup. Her top areas of expertise are Developmental Dysphasia Familial, Delayed Growth, Croup, and Jaundice.

    Kristine Liberty
    Experienced in Croup
    Experienced in Croup

    Kids First Pediatrics, Ltd.

    24600 W. 127th St., Suite B345, 
    Plainfield, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kristine Liberty is a Pediatrics provider in Plainfield, Illinois. Dr. Liberty is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Croup. Her top areas of expertise are Croup, Developmental Dysphasia Familial, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Familial Short Stature (FSS).

    Andrew Johnson
    Experienced in Croup
    Experienced in Croup

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    49 S. Waukegan Rd., Suite 100, 
    Deerfield, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Johnson, MD, a general pediatrician at Endeavor Health, provides primary care for children of all ages. His clinical focus includes preventive care, chronic condition management and supporting healthy development. Dr. Johnson emphasizes a family-centered approach, involving caregivers in care decisions and advocating for improved access to high-quality pediatric care across the community. Dr. Johnson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Croup. His top areas of expertise are Croup, Delayed Growth, Familial Short Stature (FSS), and Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS).

    Richard Pervos
    Experienced in Croup
    Experienced in Croup

    Sanders Court Pediatrics, Ltd.

    1450 Busch Pkwy., Suite 130, 
    Buffalo Grove, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Pervos is a Pediatrics provider in Buffalo Grove, Illinois. Dr. Pervos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Croup. His top areas of expertise are Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection, Croup, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), and Diarrhea.

    Kara Vig
    Experienced in Croup
    Pediatrics
    Experienced in Croup
    Pediatrics

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    6450 W. Touhy Ave., 
    Niles, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kara Suzanne Vig, MD, a pediatrician at Endeavor Health, provides comprehensive care for infants, children and adolescents. Dr. Vig offers well-child visits, immunizations and care for common childhood illnesses, supporting young patients through every stage of growth and development. Dr. Vig is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Croup. Her top areas of expertise are Delayed Growth, Croup, Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), and Familial Short Stature (FSS).

    Rupal Upadhyay
    Experienced in Croup
    Experienced in Croup

    Associates In Pediatrics, SC

    1015 Summit St., Suite B, 
    Elgin, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Rupal Upadhyay is a Pediatrics provider in Elgin, Illinois. Dr. Upadhyay is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Croup. Her top areas of expertise are Croup, Asthma in Children, Herpangina, and Autism Spectrum Disorder.

    Thea Yosowitz
    Experienced in Croup
    Experienced in Croup

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    1435 Waukegan Rd., 
    Glenview, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thea L. Yosowitz, MD, a pediatrician at Endeavor Health, provides care for infants, children and adolescents. She offers preventive services such as well-child exams and vaccinations, manages common and complex childhood illnesses and supports families in promoting healthy development. Dr. Yosowitz collaborates with parents and caregivers to address health concerns and coordinates with specialists when additional expertise is needed. Dr. Yosowitz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Croup. Her top areas of expertise are Croup, Familial Short Stature (FSS), Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), and Short Stature (Growth Disorders).

    Meredith Johnson
    Experienced in Croup
    Experienced in Croup

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    1000 Central St., Suite 765, 
    Evanston, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Meredith Johnson, MD, a pediatrician at Endeavor Health, builds trusted partnerships with patients and families to support health at every stage of development. With a background in public health and personal experience as a mom, she understands the challenges families face and aims to be a constant source of support. Dr. Johnson focuses on collaborative care, adolescent wellbeing and helping parents feel confident in their journey. She creates a welcoming space where every patient feels seen, heard and cared for. Dr. Johnson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Croup. Her top areas of expertise are Croup, Herpangina, Pertussis, and Autism Spectrum Disorder.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Croup?

    Croup is an infection of the upper airways that causes breathing difficulty and a barking cough. Croup is due to swelling around the vocal cords. It is common in infants and children.

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

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Croup 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 Croup 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 Croup 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 Croup 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 Croup doctors in Illinois, US?

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

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