Overview
William Joseph Ares, MD, a neurosurgeon at Endeavor Health, specializes in treating complex neurological conditions involving the brain, spine and cerebrovascular system. He provides care for conditions such as brain tumors, cerebral aneurysms, chiari malformation, spinal stenosis and trigeminal neuralgia. He performs a wide range of procedures including aneurysm coiling, endovascular stroke treatment, microvascular decompression and minimally invasive spine surgery. Dr. Ares combines advanced surgical techniques with a comprehensive understanding of neurological disorders.
Dr. Ares is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET). His top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Thrombectomy, and Carotid Artery Surgery.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 47 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years. In particular, he has co-authored 1 article in the study of Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET).
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Locations
9600 Gross Point Rd., Suite 1200, Skokie, IL 60076
1000 Central St., Suite 880, Evanston, IL 60201
920 Milwaukee Ave., Suite 2100, Lincolnshire, IL 60069
3122 N. Ashland Ave., Chicago, IL 60657
5115 N. Francisco Ave., Neurosciences Institute, Chicago, IL 60625
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
Endeavor Health Medical Group
Ricky Wong, MD, a neurosurgeon at Endeavor Health, specializes in treating complex brain and spine tumors using both open and minimally invasive techniques. He emphasizes the importance of counseling and guiding patients through life-changing diagnoses with empathy and clarity. Dr. Wong is committed to continuous learning and integrating the latest technology—such as robotics, endoscopes and functional mapping—to deliver precise, patient-centered care. Dr. Wong is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET). His top areas of expertise are Meningioma, Trigeminal Neuralgia, Pituitary Tumor, Awake Craniotomy, and Microvascular Decompression.
Endeavor Health Medical Group
Julian Bailes, MD, a neurosurgeon and chair of the Department of Neurosurgery at Endeavor Health, treats a wide range of brain and spine conditions. He brings decades of experience and research in brain injury, tumor surgery and advanced drug delivery to his work. Dr. Bailes is committed to delivering safe, evidence-based treatment using the latest technologies and a skilled, multidisciplinary team. Dr. Bailes is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET). His top areas of expertise are Meningioma, Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET), Brain Stem Cancer, Awake Craniotomy, and Gastrostomy.
Advocate Medical Group Neurosurgery
Juan Tejada is a Neurosurgery provider in Libertyville, Illinois. Dr. Tejada is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET). His top areas of expertise are Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Posterior Fossa Tumor, Apoplexy, Awake Craniotomy, and Microdiscectomy.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Brain AneurysmDr. Ares isDistinguished. Learn about Brain Aneurysm.
- Chronic Subdural HematomaDr. Ares isDistinguished. Learn about Chronic Subdural Hematoma.
- StrokeDr. Ares isDistinguished. Learn about Stroke.
- Subarachnoid HemorrhageDr. Ares isDistinguished. Learn about Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.
- Subdural HematomaDr. Ares isDistinguished. Learn about Subdural Hematoma.
- Advanced
- ApoplexyDr. Ares isAdvanced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Arterial Calcification of Infancy
- Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Ares isAdvanced. Learn about Arteriovenous Malformation.
- Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation
- DeliriumDr. Ares isAdvanced. Learn about Delirium.
- Increased Intracranial Pressure
- Experienced
- Aplasia Cutis CongenitaDr. Ares isExperienced. Learn about Aplasia Cutis Congenita.
- Arachnoid CystsDr. Ares isExperienced. Learn about Arachnoid Cysts.
- Brain AbscessDr. Ares isExperienced. Learn about Brain Abscess.
- Brain TumorDr. Ares isExperienced. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- Carotid Artery SurgeryDr. Ares isExperienced. Learn about Carotid Artery Surgery.
- Cavernous Sinus ThrombosisDr. Ares isExperienced. Learn about Cavernous Sinus Thrombosis.