The 20 Best Microcephaly Doctors Near Me in Illinois, US

Find the Top Microcephaly Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 108 doctor with experience in Microcephaly near Illinois, US. Of these, 95 are Experienced and 13 are Advanced.

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108 providers found
    Experienced in Microcephaly
    Medical Genetics
    Experienced in Microcephaly
    Medical Genetics
    Referral may be required

    Advocate Children's Medical Group Developmental

    1675 Dempster St, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Brad Angle is a Medical Genetics provider practicing medicine in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Angle is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microcephaly. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses KBG Syndrome, Ohdo Syndrome, Say-Barber-Biesecker-Young-Simpson Variant, Micrognathia, and Cortical Dysplasia. Dr. Angle is board certified in American Board Of Medical Genetics And Genomics, Clinical Genetics And Genomics. Dr. Angle is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Microcephaly
    Medical Genetics
    Advanced in Microcephaly
    Medical Genetics
    Referral may be required

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    2650 Ridge Ave., Department Of Pathology, 
    Evanston, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Karen Kaul is a Medical Genetics provider practicing medicine in Evanston, Illinois. Dr. Kaul is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microcephaly. She is also highly rated in 64 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Vitamin D Deficiency, Menopause, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), and Febrile Neutropenia. Dr. Kaul is board certified in American Board Of Pathology. Dr. Kaul is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Microcephaly
    Pediatric Neurology
    Advanced in Microcephaly
    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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microcephaly. 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.

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    Advanced in Microcephaly
    Advanced in Microcephaly
    Referral may be required

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    5140 N. California Ave., Pediatric Hospitalists, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Greek
    Accepting New Patients

    Daphne Roest is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Roest is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microcephaly. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Microcephaly, Cerebral Hypoxia, Stork Bite, and Vascular Birthmark. Dr. Roest is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Roest is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Microcephaly
    Pediatric Neurology
    Advanced in Microcephaly
    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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microcephaly. 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.

    Advanced in Microcephaly
    Advanced in Microcephaly
    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 Microcephaly. 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 Microcephaly
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Microcephaly
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    1180 W Wilson St Ste E, 
    Batavia, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Philip Branshaw is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Batavia, Illinois. Dr. Branshaw is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microcephaly. He is also highly rated in 37 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Hypertensive Heart Disease, Gastrostomy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Branshaw is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Microcephaly
    Neurology
    Advanced in Microcephaly
    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 Microcephaly. 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 Microcephaly
    Medical Genetics | Pediatrics
    Advanced in Microcephaly
    Medical Genetics | Pediatrics
    Referral may be required

    Lurie Children's Medical Group Inc.

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

    Carlos Prada is a Medical Genetics specialist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Prada is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microcephaly. He is also highly rated in 172 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses RASopathies, Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1), Neurofibromatosis, and Smith-Kingsmore Syndrome.

    Advanced in Microcephaly
    Pediatric Neurology
    Advanced in Microcephaly
    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 Microcephaly. 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 Microcephaly
    Advanced in Microcephaly
    Referral may be required

    Shriners Hospitals For Children-Chicago

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

    Shubhra Mukherjee is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Mukherjee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microcephaly. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses HNRNPH2-Related Disorder, Neurogenic Bowel, Microcephaly, Delayed Growth, and Lithotripsy. Dr. Mukherjee is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Microcephaly
    Advanced in Microcephaly
    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 Microcephaly. 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 Microcephaly
    Advanced in Microcephaly
    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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microcephaly. 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.

    Advanced in Microcephaly
    Advanced in Microcephaly
    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 Microcephaly. 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.

    Experienced in Microcephaly
    Experienced in Microcephaly
    Referral may be required

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    731 S. IL Route 21, Suite 130, 
    Gurnee, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Felissa Kreindler is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Gurnee, Illinois. Dr. Kreindler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microcephaly. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stork Bite, Vascular Birthmark, Delayed Growth, and Microcephaly. Dr. Kreindler is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Kreindler is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Microcephaly
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Microcephaly
    Family Medicine

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    796 Royal St. George Dr., Suite 108, 
    Naperville, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Anne Schneider is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Naperville, Illinois. Dr. Schneider is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microcephaly. Her clinical expertise encompasses Autosomal Recessive Primary Microcephaly, Galloway-Mowat Syndrome, Microcephaly with Spastic Quadriplegia, and Microcephaly. Dr. Schneider is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Schneider is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Microcephaly
    Pediatric Neurology | Neurology | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Microcephaly
    Pediatric Neurology | Neurology | Pediatrics
    Referral may be required

    Chicagoland Childrens Health Alliance

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

    Takijah Heard is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Neurologist practicing medicine in Wilmette, Illinois. Dr. Heard is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microcephaly. She is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Partial Familial Epilepsy, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), and Shapiro Syndrome. Dr. Heard is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Heard is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Microcephaly
    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
    Experienced in Microcephaly
    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    Advocate Heart Institute

    4440 W 95th St, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Marathi
    Accepting New Patients

    Anjali Joshi is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist practicing medicine in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Joshi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microcephaly. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy, Renovascular Hypertension, Cardiomyopathy, Heart Transplant, and Lung Transplant. Dr. Joshi is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Advanced Heart Failure And Transplant Cardiology. Dr. Joshi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Microcephaly
    Experienced in Microcephaly
    Referral may be required

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

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

    Ellen Chadwick is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Chadwick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microcephaly. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses HIV/AIDS, Infantile Neutropenia, Achalasia Microcephaly Syndrome, and Microcephaly.

    Experienced in Microcephaly
    Experienced in Microcephaly
    Referral may be required

    Comer Children's Hospital - Hyde Park

    5721 S. Maryland Ave., 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Catherine Groden is a Neonatologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Groden is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microcephaly. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sandhoff Disease, Chediak-Higashi Syndrome, Achalasia Microcephaly Syndrome, and Microcephaly. Dr. Groden is board certified in Pediatrics and Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine. Dr. Groden is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Microcephaly?

    Microcephaly is a condition in which a person's head size is much smaller than that of others of the same age and sex. Head size is measured as the distance around the top of the head. A smaller than normal size is determined using standardized charts of head circumference.

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

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

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

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