The 20 Best Microcephaly Doctors Near Me in Evanston, IL

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 69 doctor with experience in Microcephaly near Evanston, IL. Of these, 59 are Experienced and 10 are Advanced.

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69 providers found
    Experienced in Microcephaly
    Medical Genetics
    Experienced in Microcephaly
    Medical Genetics

    Advocate Children's Medical Group Genetics

    1875 Dempster St, Ste 285, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
     (8.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    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, Cortical Dysplasia, and Micrognathia. Dr. Angle is board certified in American Board Of Medical Genetics And Genomics, Clinical Genetics And Genomics.

    Advanced in Microcephaly
    Pediatric Neurology
    Advanced in Microcephaly
    Pediatric Neurology

    Chicagoland Childrens Health Alliance

    3232 Lake Ave., Suite 330, 
    Wilmette, IL 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Leslie S. Finkel, MD, a pediatric neurologist at Endeavor Health, has over a decade of experience diagnosing and treating neurological conditions in children. She provides care for a range of concerns, including seizures, developmental delays and neuromuscular disorders, working with families to support each child’s neurological health. Dr. Finkel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microcephaly. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Migraine with Brainstem Aura, and Seizures. Dr. Finkel is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Experienced in Microcephaly
    Pediatric Gastroenterology | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Microcephaly
    Pediatric Gastroenterology | Pediatrics

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

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

    Vincent F. Biank, MD, a pediatric gastroenterologist at Endeavor Health, cares for children with a range of gastrointestinal conditions. He specializes in managing pediatric GI disorders including reflux, abdominal pain and inflammatory bowel disease. Dr. Biank uses advanced diagnostic tools and techniques to support early detection and long-term management of complex digestive issues. He aims to support the health and wellbeing of children through individualized treatment plans. Dr. Biank is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microcephaly. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Celiac Disease, Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Delayed Growth, and Eosinophilic Enteropathy. Dr. Biank is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

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    Experienced in Microcephaly
    Experienced in Microcephaly

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    2650 Ridge Ave., Pediatric Hospitalists, 
    Evanston, IL 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kathleen Harold, MD, a pediatric hospitalist at Endeavor Health, provides inpatient care to children from newborns to adolescents. She values family-centered care and close collaboration with medical teams to guide patients through complex or acute medical needs. Dr. Harold is especially passionate about supporting newborns in their first moments of life and helping families feel informed and supported during hospital stays. Dr. Harold is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microcephaly. Her clinical expertise encompasses Croup, Microcephaly, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), and Herpangina. Dr. Harold is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Experienced in Microcephaly
    Pediatrics
    Experienced in Microcephaly
    Pediatrics

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    2650 Ridge Ave., Pediatric Hospitalists, 
    Evanston, IL 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Aimee S. Crow, MD, a pediatrician at Endeavor Health, provides care for infants, children and adolescents. She offers preventive services, treats acute illnesses and supports families in managing childhood development and chronic conditions. Dr. Crow partners with parents and caregivers to help children achieve their best health at every stage of growth. Dr. Crow is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microcephaly. Her clinical expertise encompasses Vascular Birthmark, Stork Bite, Cerebral Hypoxia, and Hypospadias. Dr. Crow is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Experienced in Microcephaly
    Pediatric Neurology | Neurology | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Microcephaly
    Pediatric Neurology | Neurology | Pediatrics

    Chicagoland Childrens Health Alliance

    3232 Lake Ave., Suite 330, 
    Wilmette, IL 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Takijah Heard, MD, a pediatric neurologist and epileptologist at Endeavor Health, provides specialized care for children with seizures and developmental delays. Drawing on training from the University of Chicago and Harvard hospitals, she partners with families to ensure each child receives the support and education they need to reach their fullest potential. Dr. Heard brings compassion and clinical expertise to every step of the care journey, from diagnosis through long-term treatment. Dr. Heard is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microcephaly. She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Epilepsy Juvenile Absence. Dr. Heard is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Experienced in Microcephaly
    Pediatric Gastroenterology | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Microcephaly
    Pediatric Gastroenterology | Pediatrics

    Chicagoland Childrens Health Alliance

    3232 Lake Ave., Suite 330, 
    Wilmette, IL 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Scott Bolton is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Wilmette, Illinois. Dr. Bolton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microcephaly. He is also highly rated in 6 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.

    Experienced in Microcephaly
    Experienced in Microcephaly

    Northshore Univ HLTH Systems Div Of Rheumatology

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

    Margaret Michelson is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Evanston, Illinois. Dr. Michelson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microcephaly. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Tourette Syndrome, Migraine, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, and Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+).

    Experienced in Microcephaly
    Experienced in Microcephaly

    Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital

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

    Maxie Mcdonough is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Evanston, Illinois. Dr. Mcdonough is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microcephaly. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stork Bite, Vascular Birthmark, Cerebral Hypoxia, and Microcephaly.

    Experienced in Microcephaly
    Experienced in Microcephaly

    Office

    3722 Touhy Ave Ste 101, 
    Skokie, IL 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rachel Saccaro is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Skokie, Illinois. Dr. Saccaro 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 Delayed Growth, Stork Bite, Vascular Birthmark, and Increased Head Circumference.

    Advanced in Microcephaly
    Advanced in Microcephaly

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    777 Park Ave. West, Pediatric Hospitalists, 
    Highland Park, IL 
     (10.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Greek

    Daphne Vander Roest, MD, a pediatric hospitalist at Endeavor Health, cares for children at both Swedish Hospital and Evanston Hospital. She rounds with residents on the pediatric floor, attends high-risk deliveries, supports healthy newborn care and consults in emergency rooms. Dr. Vander Roest is committed to guiding families through challenging moments, aiming to provide thoughtful, evidence-based care that supports each family's values and promotes patient comfort. 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, Vascular Birthmark, and Stork Bite. Dr. Roest is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Advanced in Microcephaly
    Neurology
    Advanced in Microcephaly
    Neurology

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

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

    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 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy in Children, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Orofaciodigital Syndrome 6, and Hydranencephaly.

    Experienced in Microcephaly
    Experienced in Microcephaly
    259 E Erie St Ste 1900, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (11.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Niccolo Mencacci is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Mencacci is rated as an Experienced 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 Chorea, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Myoclonus-Dystonia, Movement Disorders, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Experienced in Microcephaly
    Experienced in Microcephaly

    Childrens Memorial Hospital

    2300 N Childrens Plz, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charles Morrow is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Morrow is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microcephaly. His clinical expertise encompasses Cerebral Hypoxia, Traumatic Brain Injury, Croup, and Glycogen Storage Disease Type 7.

    Experienced in Microcephaly
    Experienced in Microcephaly

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

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

    David Bieber is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Bieber is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microcephaly. He is also highly rated in 53 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Memory Loss, Partial Seizure, Athetosis, and Seizures.

    Experienced in Microcephaly
    Neurology
    Experienced in Microcephaly
    Neurology

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

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

    Linda Laux is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Laux 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 Epilepsy in Children, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), VLDLR-Associated Cerebellar Hypoplasia, and Lissencephaly 2.

    Experienced in Microcephaly
    Experienced in Microcephaly

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

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

    Joshua Goldstein is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Goldstein is rated as an Experienced 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 Status Epilepticus, Seizures, Epilepsy, and Landau-Kleffner Syndrome.

    Experienced in Microcephaly
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Microcephaly
    Pediatric Neurology

    Office

    1725 W Harrison St Ste 718, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (12.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lubov Romantseva is a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Romantseva is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microcephaly. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, CLN3 Disease, CLN5 Disease, and Batten Disease.

    Advanced in Microcephaly
    Pediatric Neurology
    Advanced in Microcephaly
    Pediatric Neurology

    Shriners Hospitals For Children-Chicago

    2211 N Oak Park Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (11.0 miles away)
    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 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood, HNRNPH2-Related Disorder, Microcephaly, and Delayed Growth.

    Advanced in Microcephaly
    Advanced in Microcephaly

    Shriners Hospitals For Children-Chicago

    2211 N Oak Park Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (11.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    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 22 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cerebral Palsy, Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type, Moebius Syndrome, HNRNPH2-Related Disorder, and Lithotripsy.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    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 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 Microcephaly 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 Microcephaly 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 Microcephaly 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 Microcephaly 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 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 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 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 near Evanston, IL?

    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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