The 20 Best Hydranencephaly Doctors Near Me in Illinois, US

Find the Top Hydranencephaly Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 69 doctor with experience in Hydranencephaly near Illinois, US. Of these, 60 are Experienced and 9 are Advanced.

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69 providers found
    Experienced in Hydranencephaly
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Hydranencephaly
    Neuroradiology
    Referral may be required
    259 E Erie St Ste 1950, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ali Shaibani is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Shaibani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydranencephaly. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arteriovenous Malformation, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Stroke, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement. Dr. Shaibani is board certified in American Board Of Radiology, American Board Of Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology (Certified), Neuroradiology, and Radiology. Dr. Shaibani is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Hydranencephaly
    Advanced in Hydranencephaly
    Referral may be required

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

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

    Joanna Garcia-Pierce is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Garcia-Pierce is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydranencephaly. She is also highly rated in 60 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Athetosis, Landau-Kleffner Syndrome, and Photosensitive Epilepsy.

    Advanced in Hydranencephaly
    Advanced in Hydranencephaly
    Referral may be required

    Office

    225 E Chicago Ave Ste 51, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Andrea Pardo is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Pardo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydranencephaly. She is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Agyria Pachygyria Polymicrogyria, Epilepsy in Children, Lissencephaly 1, and Coach Syndrome.

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    Advanced in Hydranencephaly
    Neurology
    Advanced in Hydranencephaly
    Neurology
    Referral may be required

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

    225 E Chicago Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients

    Joyce Wu is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Wu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydranencephaly. She is also highly rated in 63 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Tuberous Sclerosis, Tuberous Sclerosis Complex, Cortical Dysplasia, and Epilepsy in Children. Dr. Wu is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Hydranencephaly
    Advanced in Hydranencephaly
    Referral may be required

    Shriners Hospitals For Children-Chicago

    2211 N Oak Park Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Maria Martinez is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Martinez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydranencephaly. She is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood, Lissencephaly 1, Lissencephaly 2, and Agyria Pachygyria Polymicrogyria. Dr. Martinez is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Hydranencephaly
    Pediatric Neurology
    Advanced in Hydranencephaly
    Pediatric Neurology
    Referral may be required

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

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

    Laura Vernon is a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Vernon is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydranencephaly. She is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Corpus Callosum Agenesis, Aicardi Syndrome, Periventricular Heterotopia, and Cortical Dysplasia.

    Advanced in Hydranencephaly
    Advanced in Hydranencephaly
    Referral may be required

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

    225 E Chicago Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Bieber is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Bieber is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydranencephaly. He is also highly rated in 54 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Memory Loss, Partial Seizure, and Athetosis. Dr. Bieber is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Hydranencephaly
    Advanced in Hydranencephaly
    Referral may be required

    Riverbend Physicians & Surgeon

    2 Memorial Dr Ste 120, 
    Alton, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stefanee Keth is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Alton, Illinois. Dr. Keth is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydranencephaly. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Bilateral Perisylvian Polymicrogyria, Hydranencephaly, Coach Syndrome, and VLDLR-Associated Cerebellar Hypoplasia.

    Advanced in Hydranencephaly
    Advanced in Hydranencephaly
    Referral may be required

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

    225 E Chicago Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Kannada, Tamil, Telugu

    Priyamvada Tatachar is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Tatachar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydranencephaly. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy in Children, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Bilateral Perisylvian Polymicrogyria, and Hydranencephaly.

    Advanced in Hydranencephaly
    Physician Assistant | Nurse Practitioner
    Advanced in Hydranencephaly
    Physician Assistant | Nurse Practitioner
    Referral may be required
    225 E Chicago Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anne Mcrae is a Physician Assistant and a Nurse Practitioner practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Mcrae, NP is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydranencephaly. She is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Koolen De Vries Syndrome, Distal 18q Deletion Syndrome, 15q11.2 Microdeletion, and Jacobsen Syndrome.

    Experienced in Hydranencephaly
    Experienced in Hydranencephaly
    Referral may be required

    Katerji Pediatric Neurology & Associates, SC

    1220 Iroquois Ave, 
    Naperville, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mohamed Katerji is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Naperville, Illinois. Dr. Katerji is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydranencephaly. He is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, Athetosis, and Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+). Dr. Katerji is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology, Neurology With Special Qualification In Child Neurology. Dr. Katerji is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hydranencephaly
    Experienced in Hydranencephaly
    Referral may be required

    Midwest Orthopaedic Consultants, SC

    10719 160th St, 
    Orland Park, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Polish
    Accepting New Patients

    Michal Szczodry is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Orland Park, Illinois. Dr. Szczodry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydranencephaly. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Scoliosis, Sciatica, Jacobsen Syndrome, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery. Dr. Szczodry is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Szczodry is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hydranencephaly
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Hydranencephaly
    Pediatric Neurology
    Referral required

    Chicagoland Childrens Health Alliance

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

    Leslie Finkel is a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Wilmette, Illinois. Dr. Finkel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydranencephaly. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Seizures, Spasmus Nutans, and Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy. Dr. Finkel is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Finkel is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hydranencephaly
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Hydranencephaly
    Pediatric Neurology
    Referral may be required
    11 Salt Creek Ln, 
    Hinsdale, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Douglas Nordli-Iii is a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Hinsdale, Illinois. Dr. Nordli-Iii is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydranencephaly. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), and West Syndrome. Dr. Nordli-Iii is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hydranencephaly
    Pediatric Gastroenterology | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Hydranencephaly
    Pediatric Gastroenterology | Pediatrics
    Referral may be required

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    830 W. End Ct., Suite 500, 
    Vernon Hills, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Scott Bolton is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Vernon Hills, Illinois. Dr. Bolton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydranencephaly. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Esophagitis, Eosinophilic Enteropathy, Gastritis, and Endoscopy. Dr. Bolton is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Bolton is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hydranencephaly
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Hydranencephaly
    Pediatric Neurology
    Referral may be required

    Shriners Hospitals For Children-Chicago

    2211 N Oak Park Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kenneth Silver is a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Silver is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydranencephaly. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood, HNRNPH2-Related Disorder, Microcephaly, and Jacobsen Syndrome.

    Experienced in Hydranencephaly
    Experienced in Hydranencephaly
    Referral may be required

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

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

    Divya Desai is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Desai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydranencephaly. She is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Athetosis, Photosensitive Epilepsy, Landau-Kleffner Syndrome, and Partial Seizure.

    Experienced in Hydranencephaly
    Nurse Practitioner
    Experienced in Hydranencephaly
    Nurse Practitioner
    Referral may be required
    225 E Chicago Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kelly Neven is a Nurse Practitioner practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Neven, NP is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydranencephaly. Her clinical expertise encompasses Bilateral Perisylvian Polymicrogyria, Lissencephaly 2, Agyria Pachygyria Polymicrogyria, and Lissencephaly 1.

    Experienced in Hydranencephaly
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Hydranencephaly
    Neuroradiology
    Referral may be required

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

    225 E Chicago Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Maura Ryan is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Ryan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydranencephaly. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rathke Cleft Cyst, Neurofibromatosis, Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1), and Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG). Dr. Ryan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hydranencephaly
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Hydranencephaly
    Pediatric Neurology
    Referral may be required

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

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

    Anisa Kelley is a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Kelley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydranencephaly. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Status Epilepticus, Epilepsy Juvenile Absence, Absence Seizure, and Partial Seizure.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Hydranencephaly?

    Hydranencephaly is a rare condition in which the brain's cerebral hemispheres are absent and replaced by sacs filled with cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). Affected infants may appear and act normal at birth, but irritability and hypertonia often develop within a few weeks. Other signs and symptoms may include seizures, hydrocephalus, visual impairment, lack of growth, deafness, blindness, paralysis, and intellectual disabilities.

    When should I see a Hydranencephaly 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 Hydranencephaly 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 Hydranencephaly 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 Hydranencephaly 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 Hydranencephaly 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 Hydranencephaly doctor search results page. 

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

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

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