The 20 Best DiGeorge Syndrome Doctors Near Me in Illinois, US

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The 20 Best DiGeorge Syndrome Doctors in Illinois, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 96 doctor with experience in DiGeorge Syndrome near Illinois, US. Of these, 88 are Experienced and 8 are Advanced.

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    Jennette L. Berry
    Experienced in DiGeorge Syndrome
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in DiGeorge Syndrome
    Family Medicine

    Advocate Medical Group Primary Care

    4001 Vollmer Rd, 
    Olympia Fields, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jennette Berry is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Olympia Fields, Illinois. Dr. Berry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of DiGeorge Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Renovascular Hypertension, Nephrosclerosis, Diabetic Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome, and DiGeorge Syndrome.

    Advanced in DiGeorge Syndrome
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Advanced in DiGeorge Syndrome
    Pediatric Cardiology

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

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

    Nina Gotteiner is a Pediatric Cardiologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Gotteiner is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of DiGeorge Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Cardiac Diverticulum, X-Linked Cardiac Valvular Dysplasia, Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), and Ventricular Septal Defects.

    Advanced in DiGeorge Syndrome
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Advanced in DiGeorge Syndrome
    Pediatric Cardiology

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

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

    Amanda Hauck is a Pediatric Cardiologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Hauck is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of DiGeorge Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Vein Stenosis, Ventricular Septal Defects, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Cardiac Diverticulum, and Heart Transplant.

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    Advanced in DiGeorge Syndrome
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Advanced in DiGeorge Syndrome
    Pediatric Cardiology

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

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

    Peter Koenig is a Pediatric Cardiologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Koenig is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of DiGeorge Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), X-Linked Cardiac Valvular Dysplasia, Cardiac Diverticulum, and Ventricular Septal Defects.

    Advanced in DiGeorge Syndrome
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Advanced in DiGeorge Syndrome
    Pediatric Cardiology

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

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

    Shivani Patel is a Pediatric Cardiologist in Chicago,, Illinois. Dr. Patel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of DiGeorge Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are X-Linked Cardiac Valvular Dysplasia, Cardiac Diverticulum, Ventricular Septal Defects, and Pulmonary Artery Agenesis.

    Mohamed A. Katerji
    Experienced in DiGeorge Syndrome
    Experienced in DiGeorge Syndrome

    Katerji Pediatric Neurology & Associates, SC

    1220 Iroquois Ave, 
    Naperville, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mohamed Katerji is a Neurologist in Naperville, Illinois. Dr. Katerji is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of DiGeorge Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, Athetosis, and Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+).

    Roger A. Defreitas
    Experienced in DiGeorge Syndrome
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in DiGeorge Syndrome
    Pediatric Cardiology
    675 N St Clair St Ste 19-100, Galter Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Experience:
    36+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Roger Defreitas is a Pediatric Cardiologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Defreitas has been practicing medicine for over 36 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of DiGeorge Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Ebstein's Anomaly, Tricuspid Atresia, Transposition of the Great Arteries, and Congenital Heart Disease (CHD).

    Scott Bolton
    Experienced in DiGeorge Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology | Pediatrics
    Experienced in DiGeorge Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology | Pediatrics

    Chicagoland Childrens Health Alliance

    3232 Lake Ave., Suite 330, 
    Wilmette, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Scott Bolton is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist and a Pediatrics provider in Wilmette, Illinois. Dr. Bolton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of DiGeorge Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Esophagitis, Eosinophilic Enteropathy, Gastritis, and Endoscopy.

    Peter Hulick
    Experienced in DiGeorge Syndrome
    Medical Genetics | Cardiology | Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine
    Experienced in DiGeorge Syndrome
    Medical Genetics | Cardiology | Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    1000 Central St., Suite 610, 
    Evanston, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Peter Hulick, MD, a clinical geneticist and chair of personalized medicine at Endeavor Health, helps patients understand how genomic information can inform care and improve health outcomes. With a career rooted in genetics since high school, he works to integrate genomic data into everyday decision-making for patients and clinicians. Dr. Hulick focuses on risk assessment, early detection and treatment guidance by combining science, patient context and team collaboration. He also leads efforts to make genomic care more accessible across the health system. Dr. Hulick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of DiGeorge Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), Ring Chromosome 12, Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation, and BRCA Positive Breast Cancer.

    Sheela Mahendra
    Experienced in DiGeorge Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology | Pediatrics
    Experienced in DiGeorge Syndrome
    Pediatric Gastroenterology | Pediatrics

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    120 Spalding Dr., Suite 411, 
    Naperville, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sheela R. Mahendra, MD, a pediatric gastroenterologist at Endeavor Health, provides care for infants, children and adolescents with digestive system conditions. She evaluates symptoms such as abdominal pain, feeding issues and growth concerns, offering specialized treatment to support pediatric digestive health. Dr. Mahendra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of DiGeorge Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Delayed Growth, Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Malnutrition, and Swallowing Difficulty.

    Experienced in DiGeorge Syndrome
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in DiGeorge Syndrome
    Pediatric Cardiology

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

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

    Michael Carr is a Pediatric Cardiologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Carr is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of DiGeorge Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Double Aortic Arch, Vascular Ring, Cardiac Diverticulum, and Congenital Heart Disease (CHD).

    Experienced in DiGeorge Syndrome
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in DiGeorge Syndrome
    Pediatric Cardiology

    Advocate Health And Hospitals Corporation

    4440 W 95th St, 
    Oak Lawn,, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dhaval Patel is a Pediatric Cardiologist in Oak Lawn,, Illinois. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of DiGeorge Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are DiGeorge Syndrome, Tetralogy of Fallot, Patent Foramen Ovale, and Atrial Septal Defect (ASD).

    Experienced in DiGeorge Syndrome
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in DiGeorge Syndrome
    Pediatric Cardiology

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

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

    Amy Lay is a Pediatric Cardiologist in Chicago,, Illinois. Dr. Lay is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of DiGeorge Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), Ventricular Septal Defects, Cardiac Diverticulum, and X-Linked Cardiac Valvular Dysplasia.

    Experienced in DiGeorge Syndrome
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in DiGeorge Syndrome
    Pediatric Cardiology

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

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

    Paul Tannous is a Pediatric Cardiologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Tannous is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of DiGeorge Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Valve Stenosis, Pulmonary Vein Stenosis, Total Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Return, Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), and Heart Transplant.

    Experienced in DiGeorge Syndrome
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in DiGeorge Syndrome
    Pediatric Cardiology

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

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

    Farshad Sedaghat is a Pediatric Cardiologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Sedaghat is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of DiGeorge Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Heart Murmurs, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Ventricular Septal Defects, and Coronary Artery Aneurysm.

    Experienced in DiGeorge Syndrome
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in DiGeorge Syndrome
    Pediatric Cardiology

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

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

    Jarrett Linder is a Pediatric Cardiologist in Chicago,, Illinois. Dr. Linder is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of DiGeorge Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Wildervanck Syndrome, Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy, Microcephaly Deafness Syndrome, and Koolen De Vries Syndrome.

    Experienced in DiGeorge Syndrome
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in DiGeorge Syndrome
    Pediatric Cardiology

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

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

    Kiona Allen is a Pediatric Cardiologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Allen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of DiGeorge Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Atresia with Intact Ventricular Septum, Pulmonary Atresia, Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), Right Ventricle Hypoplasia, and Heart Transplant.

    Experienced in DiGeorge Syndrome
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in DiGeorge Syndrome
    Pediatric Cardiology

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

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

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

    Experienced in DiGeorge Syndrome
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in DiGeorge Syndrome
    Pediatric Cardiology

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

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

    Brian Wolfe is a Pediatric Cardiologist in Chicago,, Illinois. Dr. Wolfe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of DiGeorge Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Cerebral Hypoxia, DiGeorge Syndrome, PIK3CA-Related Overgrowth Spectrum, and Cardiofaciocutaneous Syndrome.

    Experienced in DiGeorge Syndrome
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in DiGeorge Syndrome
    Pediatric Cardiology

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

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

    Angira Patel is a Pediatric Cardiologist in Chicago,, Illinois. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of DiGeorge Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Cardiac Diverticulum, Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), Pulmonary Vein Stenosis, Tricuspid Atresia, and Heart Transplant.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of DiGeorge Syndrome?

    22q11.2 deletion syndrome (which is also known by several other names, listed below) is a disorder caused by the deletion of a small piece of chromosome 22. The deletion occurs near the middle of the chromosome at a location designated q11.2.

    When should I see a DiGeorge Syndrome 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 DiGeorge Syndrome 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 DiGeorge Syndrome 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 DiGeorge Syndrome 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 DiGeorge Syndrome 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 DiGeorge Syndrome doctor search results page. 

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

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the DiGeorge Syndrome 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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