The 20 Best Laryngeal Cleft Doctors Near Me in Illinois, US

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The 20 Best Laryngeal Cleft Doctors in Illinois, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 13 doctor with experience in Laryngeal Cleft near Illinois, US. Of these, 10 are Experienced, 2 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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13 providers found
    Distinguished in Laryngeal Cleft
    Pediatric Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Laryngeal Cleft
    Pediatric Otolaryngology

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

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

    Dana Thompson is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Thompson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Laryngeal Cleft. Her top areas of expertise are Laryngomalacia, Laryngeal Cleft, Larynx Atresia, Adenoidectomy, and Myringotomy.

    Sam Khalili
    Experienced in Laryngeal Cleft
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Laryngeal Cleft
    Otolaryngology

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    880 W. Central Rd., Suite 7200, 
    Arlington Heights, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sam Khalili, MD, an otolaryngologist and head and neck surgeon at Endeavor Health, treats the full spectrum of ENT conditions, from sinus and nasal complaints to complex skull base tumors. He uses advanced technologies like endoscopic cameras, robotic surgery and genetic analysis to deliver high-quality care. Dr. Khalili partners with patients throughout their treatment journey, ensuring they remain in control and supported every step of the way. Dr. Khalili is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Laryngeal Cleft. His top areas of expertise are Perichondritis, Low Nasal Bridge, Nasal Septal Hematoma, Pituitary Tumor, and Myringotomy.

    Jacob J. Friedman
    Experienced in Laryngeal Cleft
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Laryngeal Cleft
    Otolaryngology

    Chicago ENT

    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew
    Offers Telehealth

    Jacob Friedman is an Otolaryngologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Friedman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Laryngeal Cleft. His top areas of expertise are Laryngitis, Perichondritis, Trachoma, Tinnitus, and Parathyroidectomy.

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    Advanced in Laryngeal Cleft
    Pediatric Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Laryngeal Cleft
    Pediatric Otolaryngology

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

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

    Taher Valika is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Valika is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Laryngeal Cleft. His top areas of expertise are Laryngomalacia, Stridor, Laryngeal Cleft, Balloon Sinuplasty, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Laryngeal Cleft
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Laryngeal Cleft
    General Surgery

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

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

    Jonathan Ida is a General Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Ida is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Laryngeal Cleft. His top areas of expertise are Laryngomalacia, Laryngeal Cleft, Enlarged Adenoids, Adenoidectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Sameer Alvi
    Experienced in Laryngeal Cleft
    Otolaryngology | Dentistry | Hand Surgery
    Experienced in Laryngeal Cleft
    Otolaryngology | Dentistry | Hand Surgery

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    501 Skokie Blvd., 
    Northbrook, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sameer Ahmed Alvi, MD, an otolaryngologist at Endeavor Health, specializes in the treatment of head and neck cancers, including thyroid, parathyroid and skin cancers. He collaborates closely with a multidisciplinary team and utilizes advanced technologies to support precise diagnosis and effective treatment. Dr. Alvi is committed to helping patients navigate complex diagnoses with compassion, expertise and coordinated care. Dr. Alvi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Laryngeal Cleft. His top areas of expertise are Tonsil Stones, Male Pattern Baldness, Mikulicz Disease, Mastoidectomy, and Myringotomy.

    Stacie Gregory
    Experienced in Laryngeal Cleft
    Otolaryngology | Pediatric Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Laryngeal Cleft
    Otolaryngology | Pediatric Otolaryngology

    Siu Medicine Ear, Nose, And Throat Clinic

    720 N Bond St, 
    Springfield, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Stacie Gregory is a complex pediatric otolaryngology surgeon at SIU Medicine, providing comprehensive care for children with ear, nose and throat conditions. Dr. Gregory delivers collaborative, multidisciplinary care, partnering with speech therapists, audiologists, pulmonologists, gastroenterologists, endocrinologists and other specialists to ensure seamless, coordinated treatment for children with complex needs.Her expertise includes evaluating and treating congenital and pediatric head and neck masses such as branchial cleft anomalies, thyroglossal duct cysts and vascular and lymphatic malformations. She manages pediatric airway disorders including laryngomalacia, laryngeal papilloma and subglottic stenosis, with a focus on improving breathing, feeding and quality of life.Dr. Gregory also cares for children with hearing loss, offering expertise in cochlear implant candidacy and long-term management to support patients and families throughout their hearing journey.Additional areas of focus include pediatric feeding and swallowing disorders such as laryngeal cleft, sleep apnea and thyroid conditions including nodules and thyroid cancer. Dr. Gregory is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Laryngeal Cleft. Her top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss, Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome, and DFNB1.

    Experienced in Laryngeal Cleft
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Laryngeal Cleft
    General Surgery

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

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

    Saied Ghadersohi is a General Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Ghadersohi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Laryngeal Cleft. His top areas of expertise are Laryngomalacia, Velopharyngeal Insufficiency, Stridor, Adenoidectomy, and Mastoidectomy.

    Experienced in Laryngeal Cleft
    Pediatric Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Laryngeal Cleft
    Pediatric Otolaryngology

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

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

    Jennifer Lavin is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Lavin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Laryngeal Cleft. Her top areas of expertise are Enlarged Adenoids, Tracheobronchomalacia, Laryngomalacia, Adenoidectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Laryngeal Cleft
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Laryngeal Cleft
    Otolaryngology

    SBL ENT Clinic

    1 Health Center Dr, 
    Mattoon, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sandra Ettema is an Otolaryngologist in Mattoon, Illinois. Dr. Ettema is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Laryngeal Cleft. Her top areas of expertise are Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Laryngocele, Vocal Cord Dysfunction, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Laryngeal Cleft
    Pediatric Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Laryngeal Cleft
    Pediatric Otolaryngology

    University Of Chicago Medical Center

    5841 S Maryland Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Aimee Kennedy is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Kennedy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Laryngeal Cleft. Her top areas of expertise are Laryngomalacia, Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Enlarged Adenoids, Larynx Atresia, and Adenoidectomy.

    Experienced in Laryngeal Cleft
    Pediatric Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Laryngeal Cleft
    Pediatric Otolaryngology

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

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

    Inbal Bendror is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Bendror is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Laryngeal Cleft. Her top areas of expertise are Stridor, Laryngomalacia, Micrognathia, and Choanal Atresia.

    Experienced in Laryngeal Cleft
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Laryngeal Cleft
    Otolaryngology

    Clinical And Interventional Cardiology

    9669 Kenton Ave Ste 206, 
    Skokie, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amanda Silver is an Otolaryngologist in Skokie, Illinois. Dr. Silver is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Laryngeal Cleft. Her top areas of expertise are Palatopharyngeal Incompetence, Thyroid Cancer, Thyroid Nodule, Thyroidectomy, and Parathyroidectomy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Laryngeal Cleft?

    A Laryngeal cleft is a rare malformation involving the larynx (known as the voice box) and the esophagus (known as the food pipe). Normally, when the larynx develops, it is completely separate from the esophagus so that swallowed foods travel directly through the esophagus into the stomach. A Laryngeal cleft occurs when these structures do not develop normally in an embryo, and there is an opening connecting the larynx (and sometimes trachea) and the esophagus. This enables food and liquid that is swallowed to pass through the opening to the larynx, and into the lungs. Signs and symptoms may appear in the first few months of life and may include feeding problems, trouble swallowing, failure to thrive, reflux, coughing, wheezing, stridor, aspiration, respiratory distress, and recurrent lung infections. There are several different types of Laryngeal clefts (types I through IV), which are classified based on the specific location and extent (severity) of the cleft. A cleft can occur as an isolated abnormality, as part of an underlying syndrome or condition (such as Opitz-Frias, VACTERL, Pallister-Hall, CHARGE), or with other associated malformations.

    When should I see a Laryngeal Cleft 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 Laryngeal Cleft 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 Laryngeal Cleft 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 Laryngeal Cleft 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 Laryngeal Cleft 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 Laryngeal Cleft doctor search results page. 

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

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Laryngeal Cleft 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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