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    MediFind found 59 doctor with experience in Diaphragmatic Hernia near Chicago, IL. Of these, 51 are Experienced, 4 are Advanced and 4 are Distinguished.

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    59 providers found
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Pediatric Surgery | Pediatrics | General Surgery
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Pediatric Surgery | Pediatrics | General Surgery
      225 E Chicago Ave, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic
      Accepting New Patients

      Amir Alhajjat is a Pediatric Surgeon and a Pediatrics provider in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Alhajjat is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Duodenal Atresia, Cystic Adenomatoid Malformation of Lung, Atresia of Small Intestine, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Endoscopy. Dr. Alhajjat is currently accepting new patients.

      Eric S. Hungness
      Distinguished in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      General Surgery
      Distinguished in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      General Surgery
      259 E Erie St Ste 1600, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Experience:
      28+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Eric Hungness is a General Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Hungness has been practicing medicine for over 28 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Achalasia, Hiatal Hernia, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Removal, and Gastric Bypass.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Distinguished in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Distinguished in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      2300 N Childrens Plz, Box #45, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (3.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Karna Murthy is a Neonatologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Murthy is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Premature Infant, Hernia, and Gastrostomy.

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      Rami E. Lutfi
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Bariatric Medicine
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Bariatric Medicine

      Chicago Institute Of Advanced Surgery

      200 W Superior St, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic
      Offers Telehealth

      Rami Lutfi is a Bariatric Medicine provider in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Lutfi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

      Dean P. Schraufnagel
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Thoracic Surgery
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Thoracic Surgery
      676 N St Clair St Ste 2140, Arkes Pavilion, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Experience:
      12+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dean Schraufnagel is a Thoracic Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Schraufnagel has been practicing medicine for over 12 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Esophageal Perforation, Fibrosing Mediastinitis, Mediastinal Tumor, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

      Samuel S. Kim
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Thoracic Surgery
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Thoracic Surgery
      676 N St Clair St Ste 2140, Arkes Pavilion, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Experience:
      23+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Samuel Kim is a Thoracic Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Kim has been practicing medicine for over 23 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

      Michael J. Rosen
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      General Surgery
      259 E Erie St Ste 1600, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Experience:
      28+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Michael Rosen is a General Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Rosen has been practicing medicine for over 28 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Thrombophlebitis, Hernia Surgery, and Endoscopy.

      Benjamin S. Bryner
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Thoracic Surgery
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Thoracic Surgery
      675 N St Clair St Ste 19-100, Galter Pavilion, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Experience:
      16+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Benjamin Bryner is a Thoracic Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Bryner has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Tricuspid Regurgitation, Cardiogenic Shock, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Heart Transplant, and Heart Bypass Surgery.

      Kalvin C. Lung
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Thoracic Surgery
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Thoracic Surgery
      676 N St Clair St Ste 2140, Arkes Pavilion, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Experience:
      12+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Kalvin Lung is a Thoracic Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Lung has been practicing medicine for over 12 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

      Advanced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      General Surgery

      Presence Healthcare Services

      2233 W Division St, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (3.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Bipan Chand is a General Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Chand is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Obesity, Gastric Bypass, and Endoscopy.

      Distinguished in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      General Surgery | Surgical Oncology | Thoracic Surgery
      Distinguished in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      General Surgery | Surgical Oncology | Thoracic Surgery
      5841 S Maryland Ave, Mc 5031, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (6.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Marco Patti is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Patti is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Achalasia, Hiatal Hernia, Endoscopy, and Gastric Bypass.

      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia

      Chicago Institute Of Advanced Surgery

      200 W Superior St, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Andres Giovannetti is a General Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Giovannetti is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Gallbladder Removal, and Hepatectomy.

      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      General Surgery
      251 E Huron St, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jack Scaife is a General Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Scaife is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Pectus Excavatum, Appendicitis, Pectus Carinatum, Osteotomy, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      General Surgery
      251 E Huron St, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Catherine Valukas is a General Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Valukas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Hiatal Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Pancreatic Cancer, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      General Surgery
      251 E Huron St, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Daniel Liesman is a General Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Liesman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Appendectomy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      General Surgery
      240 E Huron St, Suite 1-203, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (1.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Katherine Ott is a General Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Ott is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Appendectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      General Surgery
      225 E Chicago Ave # 63, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (1.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Mehul Raval is a General Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Raval is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Omphalomesenteric Cyst, Pilonidal Sinus Disease, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, and Infantile Pyloric Stenosis. Dr. Raval is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Radiology | Pediatric Radiology
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Radiology | Pediatric Radiology
      225 E Chicago Ave # 9, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (1.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Cynthia Rigsby is a Radiologist and a Pediatric Radiologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Rigsby is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Vascular Ring, Double Aortic Arch, Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, and Pulmonary Vein Stenosis.

      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Radiology | Pediatric Radiology | Radiation Oncology
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Radiology | Pediatric Radiology | Radiation Oncology
      225 E Chicago Ave, No. 9, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Esther Ro is a Radiologist and a Pediatric Radiologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Ro is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Ureterocele, Horseshoe Kidney, Scoliosis, and Gas Bloat Syndrome.

      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Neonatology | Pediatrics | Pediatric Cardiology
      Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
      Neonatology | Pediatrics | Pediatric Cardiology
      225 E Chicago Ave, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish

      Shawn Sen is a Neonatologist and a Pediatrics provider in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Sen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Patent Ductus Arteriosus, Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), Atresia of Small Intestine, and Double Outlet Right Ventricle.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Diaphragmatic Hernia?

      A diaphragmatic hernia is a birth defect in which there is an abnormal opening in the diaphragm. The diaphragm is the muscle between the chest and abdomen that helps you breathe. The abnormal opening allows part of the organs from the belly to move into the chest cavity near the lungs.

      When should I see a Diaphragmatic Hernia 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 Diaphragmatic Hernia 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 Diaphragmatic Hernia 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 Diaphragmatic Hernia 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 Diaphragmatic Hernia 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 Diaphragmatic Hernia doctor search results page. 

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

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

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Diaphragmatic Hernia 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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