The 20 Best Medullary Sponge Kidney Doctors Near Me in Evanston, IL

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The 20 Best Medullary Sponge Kidney Doctors near Evanston, IL

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 22 doctor with experience in Medullary Sponge Kidney near Evanston, IL. Of these, 20 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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    Hayley Silver
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Urology | Counselor
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Urology | Counselor

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    1000 Central St., Suite 720, 
    Evanston, IL 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Hayley Silver, MD, a urologist at Endeavor Health, specializes in treating conditions that impact quality of life, including prostate enlargement, bladder health and kidney and bladder stones. She uses advanced techniques and technology to provide personalized treatment options, particularly for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Dr. Silver is dedicated to creating a supportive environment where patients feel comfortable discussing sensitive concerns and empowered to make informed decisions about their care. Dr. Silver is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Medullary Sponge Kidney. Her top areas of expertise are Obstructive Uropathy, UPJ Obstruction, Hydronephrosis, Prostatectomy, and Ureteroscopy.

    Liliana Osadchuk
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    1000 Central St., Suite 800, 
    Evanston, IL 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Ukrainian
    Offers Telehealth

    Liliana Osadchuk, MD, a nephrologist at Endeavor Health, specializes in the diagnosis and management of kidney diseases and hypertension. She provides individualized treatment plans to support renal function, manage chronic kidney conditions and guide patients through complex care needs. Dr. Osadchuk is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Medullary Sponge Kidney. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Kidney Failure, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, and Hypophosphatemia.

    Stuart Sprague
    Advanced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Nephrology | Dentistry | Transplant Surgery
    Advanced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Nephrology | Dentistry | Transplant Surgery

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    1000 Central St., Suite 800, 
    Evanston, IL 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Yiddish
    Offers Telehealth

    Stuart Sprague, DO, a nephrologist at Endeavor Health, brings decades of clinical experience and research to the care of patients with kidney disease. His work spans rare diseases, mineral metabolism and complex diagnostic challenges. Dr. Sprague is known for a patient-centered approach, especially for those who don’t fit typical treatment algorithms, and he continues to explore innovations in dialysis and artificial kidney development. Dr. Sprague is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Medullary Sponge Kidney. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, Hypercalcemia, Milk-Alkali Syndrome, Parathyroidectomy, and Kidney Transplant.

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    Louisa Ho
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Nephrology | Dentistry | Transplant Surgery
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Nephrology | Dentistry | Transplant Surgery

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    1000 Central St., Suite 800, 
    Evanston, IL 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Louisa Ho, MD, a nephrologist at Endeavor Health, brings a collaborative and analytical approach to kidney care. With a strong foundation in both science and patient communication, she works closely with individuals to identify underlying causes of kidney disease and craft personalized treatment plans. Dr. Ho integrates lab analysis, imaging and patient history into a problem-solving model, helping patients understand their options and take an active role in their health decisions. Dr. Ho is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Medullary Sponge Kidney. Her top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, and Lupus Nephritis.

    Mark T. Brandt
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney

    UroPartners, LLC

    350 S Northwest Hwy, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
     (7.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Brandt is a Urologist in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Brandt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Medullary Sponge Kidney. His top areas of expertise are Obstructive Uropathy, Retroperitoneal Fibrosis, Intussusception in Children, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy.

    Daniel Kniaz
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Nephrology
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Nephrology

    Associates In Nephrology, SC

    1550 N Northwest Hwy, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Kniaz is a Nephrologist in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Kniaz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Medullary Sponge Kidney. His top areas of expertise are Acute Kidney Failure, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), IgA Nephropathy, and Chronic Kidney Disease.

    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Nephrology
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Nephrology

    Northshore Univ HLTH Systems Div Of Rheumatology

    1000 Central St Ste 800, 
    Evanston, IL 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Menaka Sarav is a Nephrologist in Evanston, Illinois. Dr. Sarav is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Medullary Sponge Kidney. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Low Sodium Level.

    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Nephrology
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Nephrology

    Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital

    2650 Ridge Ave, 
    Evanston, IL 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kevin Nash is a Nephrologist in Evanston, Illinois. Dr. Nash is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Medullary Sponge Kidney. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, Low Sodium Level, and End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).

    Kathleen Cordeiro
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Internal Medicine

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    1435 Waukegan Rd., 
    Glenview, IL 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kathleen A. Cordeiro, MD, an internal medicine physician at Endeavor Health, provides primary care for adult patients with a focus on women’s health and healthy lifestyle management. She offers preventive care, health screenings and chronic disease management tailored to individual needs. Dr. Cordeiro partners with patients to support long-term wellbeing through evidence-based care and health education. Dr. Cordeiro is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Medullary Sponge Kidney. Her top areas of expertise are Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Hypothyroidism, and Sitosterolemia.

    Matthew C. Menezes
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney

    Associates In Nephrology, SC

    1550 N Northwest Hwy, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Matthew Menezes is a Nephrologist in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Menezes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Medullary Sponge Kidney. His top areas of expertise are Acute Kidney Failure, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Nephrosclerosis, and Renovascular Hypertension.

    Alan Sadah
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney

    Metro Chicago Surgical Oncology, LLC

    2735 N. Harlem Ave., 
    Chicago, IL 
     (10.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Assyrian, Greek, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Alan Sadah is a Urologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Sadah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Medullary Sponge Kidney. His top areas of expertise are Obstructive Uropathy, UPJ Obstruction, Bilateral Hydronephrosis, Prostatectomy, and Ureteroscopy.

    Scott I. Tiplitsky
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney

    UroPartners, LLC, Ste 200

    1660 Feehanville Dr, 
    Mount Prospect, IL 
     (11.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Scott Tiplitsky is a Urologist in Mount Prospect, Illinois. Dr. Tiplitsky is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Medullary Sponge Kidney. His top areas of expertise are Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Perirenal Abscess, Carbuncle, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy.

    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Internal Medicine

    Endeavor Health Clinical Operations-Glenview Psc

    1435 Waukegan Rd, 
    Glenview, IL 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mary Shapiro is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Glenview, Illinois. Dr. Shapiro is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Medullary Sponge Kidney. Her top areas of expertise are Primary Biliary Cholangitis, Reynolds Syndrome, Varicose Veins, and Multiple Myeloma.

    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney

    UroPartners, LLC

    676 N Saint Clair St, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (11.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    William Lin is a Urologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Lin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Medullary Sponge Kidney. His top areas of expertise are Kidney Stones, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Boils, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), and Ureteroscopy.

    Daniel Goldstein
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Internal Medicine

    Forward Focus Concierge Medicine

    799 Central Ave, Suite 100, 
    Highland Park, IL 
     (10.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Goldstein is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Highland Park, Illinois. Dr. Goldstein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Medullary Sponge Kidney. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Heart Transplant, and Lung Transplant.

    Advanced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Nephrology
    Advanced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Nephrology

    Office

    1160 Park Ave W Ste 5N, 
    Highland Park, IL 
     (10.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nancy Nora is a Nephrologist in Highland Park, Illinois. Dr. Nora is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Medullary Sponge Kidney. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Acute Kidney Failure, and Low Sodium Level.

    Laurie Bachrach
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney

    UroPartners, LLC

    501 W. North Ave., Suite 201, 
    Melrose Park, IL 
     (12.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Laurie Bachrach is a Urologist in Melrose Park, Illinois. Dr. Bachrach is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Medullary Sponge Kidney. Her top areas of expertise are UPJ Obstruction, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Obstructive Uropathy, Ureteroscopy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery.

    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Internal Medicine

    N S U H S-D F S

    49 S Waukegan Rd, 
    Deerfield, IL 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Katz is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Deerfield, Illinois. Dr. Katz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Medullary Sponge Kidney. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Cough, Iron Deficiency Anemia, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Interstitial Lung Disease.

    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Pediatric Nephrology
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Pediatric Nephrology

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

    225 E Chicago Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (11.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Debora Matossian is a Pediatric Nephrologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Matossian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Medullary Sponge Kidney. Her top areas of expertise are Feingold Syndrome, Nephrotic Syndrome, Congenital Nephrotic Syndrome, Liddle Syndrome, and Kidney Transplant.

    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    676 N Saint Clair St, Suite 1835, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (11.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kelly Maxwell is a Urologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Maxwell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Medullary Sponge Kidney. Her top areas of expertise are Perirenal Abscess, Boils, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), and Ureteroscopy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Medullary Sponge Kidney?

    Medullary sponge kidney (MSK) is a birth defect of tiny tubes (tubules) inside the kidneys. In MSK, tiny sacs called cysts form in the inner part of the kidney (the medulla), creating a sponge-like appearance. The cysts keep urine from flowing freely through the tubules. Many people with MSK have no symptoms, but others may have blood in the urine, kidney stones, and urinary tract infections. Rarely, MSK leads to more serious problems, such as chronic pain and kidney failure. The cause for MSK is unknown but some cases may run in families.

    When should I see a Medullary Sponge Kidney doctor near Evanston, 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 Medullary Sponge Kidney doctor near Evanston, 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 Medullary Sponge Kidney doctors near Evanston, 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 Medullary Sponge Kidney doctors near Evanston, 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 Medullary Sponge Kidney doctor near Evanston, 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 Medullary Sponge Kidney doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Medullary Sponge Kidney 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 Medullary Sponge Kidney doctor near Evanston, 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 Medullary Sponge Kidney 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 Medullary Sponge Kidney 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 Medullary Sponge Kidney doctors near Evanston, IL?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Medullary Sponge Kidney 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 Medullary Sponge Kidney doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Medullary Sponge Kidney 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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