The 20 Best Essential Tremor Doctors Near Me in Chicago, IL

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The 20 Best Essential Tremor Doctors near Chicago, IL

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 87 doctor with experience in Essential Tremor near Chicago, IL. Of these, 65 are Experienced, 15 are Advanced and 7 are Distinguished.

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    Leonard V. Metman
    Distinguished in Essential Tremor
    Distinguished in Essential Tremor
    259 E Erie St Ste 1900, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    43+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Leonard Metman is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Metman has been practicing medicine for over 43 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Tremor. His top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Dry Mouth, and Essential Tremor.

    Jeffrey Yu
    Experienced in Essential Tremor
    Neurology
    Experienced in Essential Tremor
    Neurology

    Advocate Medical Group Neurology

    3134 N Clark St, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Yu is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Yu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Tremor. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Memory Loss, and Epilepsy.

    Joshua M. Rosenow
    Advanced in Essential Tremor
    Advanced in Essential Tremor
    259 E Erie St Ste 1950, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    30+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Joshua Rosenow is a Neurosurgery provider in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Rosenow has been practicing medicine for over 30 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Tremor. His top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Neuralgia, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Rhizotomy.

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    Alan G. Shepard
    Experienced in Essential Tremor
    Experienced in Essential Tremor
    259 E Erie St Ste 2200, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    38+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alan Shepard is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Shepard has been practicing medicine for over 38 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Tremor. His top areas of expertise are Trigeminal Neuralgia, Peripheral Neuropathy, Memory Loss, and Neuralgia.

    Distinguished in Essential Tremor
    Neurosurgery
    Distinguished in Essential Tremor
    Neurosurgery

    Rush Pulmonary Function Lab

    1520 W Harrison St Fl 6, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sepehr Sani is a Neurosurgery provider in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Sani is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Tremor. His top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Essential Tremor, Movement Disorders, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Neil K. Shetty
    Experienced in Essential Tremor
    Experienced in Essential Tremor
    259 E Erie St Ste 1900, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    11+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Neil Shetty is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Shetty has been practicing medicine for over 11 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Tremor. His top areas of expertise are Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Opsoclonus-Myoclonus Syndrome, Essential Tremor, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Rizwan S. Akhtar
    Experienced in Essential Tremor
    Experienced in Essential Tremor
    259 E Erie St Ste 1900, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    19+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Rizwan Akhtar is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Akhtar has been practicing medicine for over 19 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Tremor. His top areas of expertise are Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 11, and Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 7.

    Niccolo E. Mencacci
    Experienced in Essential Tremor
    Experienced in Essential Tremor
    259 E Erie St Ste 1900, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Niccolo Mencacci is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Mencacci has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Tremor. His top areas of expertise are Chorea, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Myoclonus-Dystonia, Movement Disorders, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Sam U. Ho
    Experienced in Essential Tremor
    Neurology
    Experienced in Essential Tremor
    Neurology
    259 E Erie St Ste 1900, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    53+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sam Ho is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Ho has been practicing medicine for over 53 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Tremor. His top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Trigeminal Neuralgia, Migraine, and Common Peroneal Nerve Dysfunction.

    Distinguished in Essential Tremor
    Distinguished in Essential Tremor

    University Of Illinois At Chicago

    912 S Wood St, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Konstantin Slavin is a Neurosurgery provider in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Slavin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Tremor. His top areas of expertise are Trigeminal Neuralgia, Neuralgia, Essential Tremor, Microvascular Decompression, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Distinguished in Essential Tremor
    Neurology
    Distinguished in Essential Tremor
    Neurology

    Rush Neurology-Movement Disorders

    1725 W Harrison St Ste 755, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Neepa Patel is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Patel is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Tremor. Her top areas of expertise are Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Thalamotomy.

    Distinguished in Essential Tremor
    Distinguished in Essential Tremor

    Rush Neurology-Movement Disorders

    1725 W Harrison St Ste 755, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Goetz is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Goetz is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Tremor. His top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Cataract Removal.

    Danny Bega
    Advanced in Essential Tremor
    Neurology
    Advanced in Essential Tremor
    Neurology
    259 E Erie St Ste 1900, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Danny Bega is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Bega has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Tremor. His top areas of expertise are Huntington Disease, Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, and Wilson Disease.

    Experienced in Essential Tremor
    Experienced in Essential Tremor
    259 E Erie St Ste 1900, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    27+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Cindy Zadikoff is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Zadikoff has been practicing medicine for over 27 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Tremor. Her top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Dry Mouth, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Experienced in Essential Tremor
    Experienced in Essential Tremor
    259 E Erie St Ste 1900, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    41+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Tatyana Simuni is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Simuni has been practicing medicine for over 41 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Tremor. Her top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Secondary Parkinsonism, and Dysarthria.

    Experienced in Essential Tremor
    Experienced in Essential Tremor

    Office

    1725 W Harrison St Ste 1106, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    16+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Muth is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Muth has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Tremor. His top areas of expertise are Headache, Plantar Fasciitis, Stroke, and Transient Tic Disorder.

    Aikaterini Markopoulou
    Distinguished in Essential Tremor
    Distinguished in Essential Tremor

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    1000 Central St., Suite 880, 
    Evanston, IL 
     (12.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Aikaterini Markopoulou, MD, a movement disorders neurologist at Endeavor Health, cares for patients with complex, chronic neurological conditions. With a background in neuroscience, she brings a deep understanding of nervous system function to her practice. Dr. Markopoulou emphasizes respect, education and personalized treatment, helping patients feel supported, informed and empowered throughout their care journey. Dr. Markopoulou is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Tremor. Her top areas of expertise are Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Secondary Parkinsonism, and Essential Tremor.

    Advanced in Essential Tremor
    Advanced in Essential Tremor

    University Of Illinois Chicago Physician Group (Uicpg)

    1801 W Taylor St, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mitra Afshari is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Afshari is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Tremor. Her top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Focal Dystonia, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Advanced in Essential Tremor
    Advanced in Essential Tremor

    University Of Illinois Chicago Physician Group (Uicpg)

    1801 W Taylor St, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Yasaman Kianirad is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Kianirad is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Tremor. Her top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Huntington Disease.

    Advanced in Essential Tremor
    Advanced in Essential Tremor

    Rush Neurology-Movement Disorders

    1725 W Harrison St Ste 755, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Aikaterini Kompoliti is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Kompoliti is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Tremor. Her top areas of expertise are Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Movement Disorders, Secondary Parkinsonism, and Parkinson's Disease.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Essential Tremor?

    Essential tremor (ET) is a type of involuntary shaking movement. It has no identified cause. Involuntary means you shake without trying to do so and are not able to stop the shaking at will.

    When should I see an Essential Tremor 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 an Essential Tremor 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 Essential Tremor 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 Essential Tremor 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 an Essential Tremor 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 Essential Tremor doctor search results page. 

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Essential Tremor 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 an Essential Tremor doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Essential Tremor 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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