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    MediFind found 17 doctor with experience in Headache near Murphysboro, IL. Of these, 17 are Experienced.

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    17 providers found
      Experienced in Headache
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Headache
      Family Medicine

      Shawnee Health Care Pharmacy

      7 S Hospital Dr, 
      Murphysboro, IL 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Clare Williams is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Murphysboro, Illinois. Dr. Williams is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Headache. Her top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Colorectal Cancer, and Familial Colorectal Cancer.

      Experienced in Headache
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Headache
      Family Medicine

      Shawnee Health Care Pharmacy

      7 S Hospital Dr, 
      Murphysboro, IL 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jeffrey Ripperda is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Murphysboro, Illinois. Dr. Ripperda is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Headache. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

      Experienced in Headache
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Headache
      Internal Medicine

      Shawnee Health Care Pharmacy

      7 S Hospital Dr, 
      Murphysboro, IL 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kelly Higgins is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Murphysboro, Illinois. Dr. Higgins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Headache. Her top areas of expertise are Thyrotoxic Periodic Paralysis, Hyperkalemic Periodic Paralysis, Andersen-Tawil Syndrome, and Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis.

      Are you looking for a specific type of Headache?

      Common conditions include: Cluster Headache, New Daily Persistent Headache (NDPH), Tension Headache

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      Experienced in Headache
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Headache
      Family Medicine

      Evan T Belfer MD SC

      801 N 14th St, 
      Murphysboro, IL 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Evan Belfer is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Murphysboro, Illinois. Dr. Belfer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Headache. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, High Cholesterol, Chronic Cough, and Vitamin D Deficiency.

      Experienced in Headache
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Headache
      Family Medicine

      SIH Medical Group At Medical Arts

      19 E Shawnee Dr, 
      Murphysboro, IL 
       (1.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Emily Hanson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Murphysboro, Illinois. Dr. Hanson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Headache. Her top areas of expertise are Triple A Syndrome, Adrenal Insufficiency Pediatric, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Lung Metastases.

      Experienced in Headache
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Headache
      Family Medicine

      Michael L Treece MD SC

      19 E Shawnee Dr, 
      Murphysboro, IL 
       (1.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Dale Blaise is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Murphysboro, Illinois. Dr. Blaise is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Headache. His top areas of expertise are Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Lung Metastases, Renovascular Hypertension, and Waldenstrom Macroglobulinemia.

      Experienced in Headache
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Headache
      Family Medicine

      Granite City Hospitalist Services LLC

      2250 N Illinois Ave, 
      Carbondale, IL 
       (5.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Randall Feather is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Carbondale, Illinois. Dr. Feather is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Headache. His top areas of expertise are Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Pneumonia, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).

      Experienced in Headache
      Neurology
      Experienced in Headache
      Neurology

      Neurological Surgeons Of Southern Illinois

      305 W Jackson St Ste 103, 
      Carbondale, IL 
       (6.8 miles away)
      Experience:
      44+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ahmed Jafri is a Neurologist in Carbondale, Illinois. Dr. Jafri has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Headache. His top areas of expertise are Migraine, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, Partial Familial Epilepsy, Memory Loss, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Headache
      Experienced in Headache

      Cape Radiology Group PC

      405 W Jackson St, 
      Carbondale, IL 
       (6.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Terrence Chambers is a Radiologist in Carbondale, Illinois. Dr. Chambers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Headache. His top areas of expertise are Biliary Dyskinesia, Gallbladder Disease, Diverticular Disease, and Pleurisy. Dr. Chambers is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Headache
      Experienced in Headache

      Cape Radiology Group PC

      405 W Jackson St, 
      Carbondale, IL 
       (6.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Christopher Russell is a Radiologist in Carbondale, Illinois. Dr. Russell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Headache. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Biliary Dyskinesia, Gallbladder Disease, and Ascites.

      Experienced in Headache
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Headache
      Family Medicine

      Board Of Trustees Of Southern Illinois University

      300 W Oak St, 
      Carbondale, IL 
       (6.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Quincy Scott is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Carbondale, Illinois. Dr. Scott is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Headache. His top areas of expertise are Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Cough, and Hypertension.

      Experienced in Headache
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Headache
      Family Medicine

      Board Of Trustees Of Southern Illinois University

      300 W Oak St, 
      Carbondale, IL 
       (6.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Sharon Smaga is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Carbondale, Illinois. Dr. Smaga is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Headache. Her top areas of expertise are Dementia, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

      Experienced in Headache
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Headache
      Family Medicine

      Siu Medicine Center For Family Medicine | Carbondale

      300 W Oak St, 
      Carbondale, IL 
       (6.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Andrew Yochum is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Carbondale, Illinois. Dr. Yochum is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Headache. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Endoscopy, and Ureteroscopy.

      Experienced in Headache
      Sleep Medicine
      Experienced in Headache
      Sleep Medicine

      S I Neurology & Sleep Medicine LLC

      2731 W Main St Ste A, 
      Carbondale, IL 
       (6.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Fakhre Alam is a Sleep Medicine provider in Carbondale, Illinois. Dr. Alam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Headache. His top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Excessive Daytime Sleepiness, Epilepsy, and Migraine.

      Experienced in Headache
      Experienced in Headache

      Neurological Surgeons Of Southern Illinois

      305 W Jackson St Ste 103, 
      Carbondale, IL 
       (6.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Tiffany Ward is a Neurologist in Carbondale, Illinois. Dr. Ward is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Headache. Her top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Seizures, Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction, and Epilepsy.

      Experienced in Headache
      Experienced in Headache

      Neurological Surgeons Of Southern Illinois

      305 W Jackson St Ste 103, 
      Carbondale, IL 
       (6.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Esteban Golombievski is a Neurologist in Carbondale, Illinois. Dr. Golombievski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Headache. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Dysarthria, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), and Seizures.

      Experienced in Headache
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Headache
      Family Medicine

      Integrated Health Of Southern Illinois

      310 W Plaza Dr, 
      Carterville, IL 
       (13.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Sean Mccain is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Carterville, Illinois. Dr. Mccain is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Headache. His top areas of expertise are Headache, Pneumonia, Acute Cystitis, and Urinary Tract Infection in Children.

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      Last Updated: 02/22/2026

      What is the definition of Headache?

      A headache is pain or discomfort in the head, scalp, or neck. Serious causes of headaches are rare. Most people with headaches can feel much better by making lifestyle changes, learning ways to relax, and sometimes by taking medicines.

      When should I see a Headache doctor near Murphysboro, 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 Headache doctor near Murphysboro, 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 Headache doctors near Murphysboro, 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 Headache doctors near Murphysboro, 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 Headache doctor near Murphysboro, 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 Headache doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Headache 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 Headache doctor near Murphysboro, 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 Headache 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 Headache 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 Headache doctors near Murphysboro, IL?

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

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