The 20 Best Invertebral Disc Disease Doctors Near Me in Des Plaines, IL

Find the Top Invertebral Disc Disease Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 264 doctor with experience in Invertebral Disc Disease near Des Plaines, IL. Of these, 222 are Experienced, 30 are Advanced and 12 are Distinguished.

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    Dean Karahalios
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Neurosurgery

    Advocate Medical Group Neurosurgery

    1700 Luther Ln, Ste 1170, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dean Karahalios is a Neurosurgery provider in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Karahalios is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Klippel-Feil Syndrome, Subdural Hematoma, Spinal Stenosis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

    Patrick Sugrue
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease

    Advocate Medical Group Neurosurgery

    1700 Luther Ln, Ste 1170, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Patrick Sugrue is a Neurologist in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Sugrue is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Kyphosis, Lordosis, Osteotomy, and Microdiscectomy.

    Anibal Lugo
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Neurology
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Neurology

    Advocate Medical Group Neurology

    1875 Dempster St, Ste 625/660, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Anibal Lugo is a Neurologist in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Lugo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Peripheral Neuropathy, Headache, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Seizures.

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    Thomas Gleason
    Distinguished in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Orthopedics

    Illinois Bone And Joint Institute, LLC

    9000 Waukegan Rd., Suite 200, 
    Morton Grove, IL 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Gleason is an Orthopedics provider in Morton Grove, Illinois. Dr. Gleason is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Spondylosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Herniated Disk, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

    Mohammad Ahsan
    Distinguished in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Pain Medicine
    Distinguished in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Pain Medicine

    Northwest Suburban Pain Associates

    1675 S Arlington Heights Rd, 
    Arlington Heights, IL 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mohammad Ahsan is a Pain Medicine provider in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Dr. Ahsan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Sacroiliac Joint Disease, Herniated Disk, and Invertebral Disc Disease.

    Joseph M. Chimino
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Internal Medicine

    Advocate Medical Group Internal Medicine

    77 Rand Rd, 
    Des Plaines, IL 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Joseph Chimino is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Des Plaines, Illinois. Dr. Chimino is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Thomas Hudgins
    Advanced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Physiatry | Sports Medicine
    Advanced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Physiatry | Sports Medicine

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    2180 Pfingsten Rd., Suite 2000, 
    Glenview, IL 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Harlan Hudgins, MD, a specialist in physical medicine and rehabilitation at Endeavor Health, focuses on diagnosing and managing acute joint, orthopedic and spine conditions. He treats patients across all age groups—from adolescents to older adults—with an emphasis on restoring function and mobility. Dr. Hudgins has particular expertise in addressing overuse injuries, helping both athletic and non-athletic individuals return to their daily activities efficiently and safely. Dr. Hudgins is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Herniated Disk, Invertebral Disc Disease, and Cervical Spondylosis.

    Joseph Dadabo
    Advanced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Physiatry | Sports Medicine
    Advanced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Physiatry | Sports Medicine

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    2180 Pfingsten Rd., Suite 2000, 
    Glenview, IL 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Joseph Dadabo, MD, a physical medicine and rehabilitation physician at Endeavor Health, specializes in sports and spine care. He treats patients with pain that doesn’t require surgery, helping them regain function and return to daily activities through customized treatment pathways. Dr. Dadabo emphasizes patient empowerment, combining clinical precision with long-term relationships built on trust and communication. Dr. Dadabo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Chronic Pain, Herniated Disk, and Sciatica.

    Yuriy Bukhalo
    Advanced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Anesthesiology | Pain Medicine
    Advanced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Anesthesiology | Pain Medicine

    Northwest Suburban Pain Associates

    1675 S. Arlington Heights Rd., 
    Arlington Heights, IL 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Yuriy Bukhalo is a Pain Medicine specialist and an Anesthesiologist in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Dr. Bukhalo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Sacroiliac Joint Disease, Herniated Disk, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

    Noam Stadlan
    Distinguished in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Neurosurgery | Physiatry | Community Health Worker
    Distinguished in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Neurosurgery | Physiatry | Community Health Worker

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    9600 Gross Point Rd., Suite 1200, 
    Skokie, IL 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew
    Offers Telehealth

    Noam Stadlan, MD, a neurosurgeon at Endeavor Health, specializes in spine surgery with nearly 30 years of experience treating complex spinal conditions. He focuses on personalized, conservative care plans and partners with patients to explore both surgical and nonsurgical options. Dr. Stadlan emphasizes thorough diagnosis, clear communication and shared decision-making to ensure every treatment aligns with each patient’s unique needs. Dr. Stadlan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Fractured Spine, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.

    Lukas Zebala
    Distinguished in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Orthopedics

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    9600 Gross Point Rd., Suite 1200, 
    Skokie, IL 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lukas Peter Zebala, MD, an orthopaedic surgeon specializing in spine surgery at Endeavor Health, treats conditions affecting the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine. He manages spinal stenosis, disc herniation and sciatica, and performs procedures including artificial disc replacement and spinal fusion. Dr. Zebala offers surgical solutions to help patients restore function and relieve back and neck pain. Dr. Zebala is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Kyphosis, Spinal Stenosis, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy.

    Glen K. Geremia
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease

    Integrated Imaging Consultants, LLC

    1420 Renaissance Dr, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Glen Geremia is a Radiologist in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Geremia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Ascites, Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease, and Headache.

    George K. Bovis
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Neurosurgery

    Advocate Medical Group Neurosurgery

    1700 Luther Ln, Ste 1170, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    George Bovis is a Neurosurgery provider in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Bovis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Posterior Fossa Tumor, Radiation Induced Meningioma, Thrombectomy, and Laminectomy.

    Kelly Niemaszyk
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Physician Assistant
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Physician Assistant

    Advocate Medical Group Neurosurgery

    1700 Luther Ln, Ste 1170, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kelly Niemaszyk is a Physician Assistant in Park Ridge, Illinois. Ms. Niemaszyk is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Stroke, and Delirium.

    Prashanthi Boppana
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease

    Advocate Medical Group Neurology

    1875 Dempster St, Ste 625/660, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Telugu
    Offers Telehealth

    Prashanthi Boppana is a Neurologist in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Boppana is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, Seizures, Memory Loss, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

    David Randall
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease

    Advocate Medical Group

    1875 Dempster St., Suite 625, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Randall is a Neurologist in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Randall is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Lambert-Eaton Syndrome, Peripheral Neuropathy, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, and Myasthenia Gravis.

    Avi J. Bernstein
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease

    The Spine Center, SC

    Park Ridge, IL 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Avi Bernstein is an Orthopedics provider in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Bernstein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Sciatica, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

    David L. Spencer
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease

    The Spine Center, SC

    Park Ridge, IL 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Spencer is an Orthopedics provider in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Spencer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Sciatica, Spinal Stenosis, Herniated Disk, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.

    Christopher Bergin
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease

    Illinois Bone And Joint Institute, LLC

    250 S. Northwest Hwy., Suite 100, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Bergin is an Orthopedics provider in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Bergin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Scoliosis, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

    Ricky Wong
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Neurosurgery | Physiatry | Community Health Worker
    Experienced in Invertebral Disc Disease
    Neurosurgery | Physiatry | Community Health Worker

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    2180 Pfingsten Rd., Suite 2000, 
    Glenview, IL 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin

    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 an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Meningioma, Trigeminal Neuralgia, Pituitary Tumor, Awake Craniotomy, and Microvascular Decompression.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Invertebral Disc Disease?

    Intervertebral disc disease, also known as degenerative disc disease, is a condition in which the one or more of the discs that cushion and absorb pressure between the vertebrae of the spine degenerate and cause pain. Intervertebral disc disease may lead to curvature of the spine (adult scoliosis), herniated disc, spinal stenosis (narrowing), and slipped discs (spondylolisthesis). Intervertebral disc disease is a part of aging and is common in older adults.

    When should I see an Invertebral Disc Disease doctor near Des Plaines, 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 Invertebral Disc Disease doctor near Des Plaines, 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 Invertebral Disc Disease doctors near Des Plaines, 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 Invertebral Disc Disease doctors near Des Plaines, 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 Invertebral Disc Disease doctor near Des Plaines, 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 Invertebral Disc Disease doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Invertebral Disc Disease 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 Invertebral Disc Disease doctor near Des Plaines, 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 Invertebral Disc Disease 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 Invertebral Disc Disease 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 Invertebral Disc Disease doctors near Des Plaines, IL?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Invertebral Disc Disease 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 Invertebral Disc Disease doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Invertebral Disc Disease 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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