The 20 Best Papilledema Doctors Near Me in mchenry, IL

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 11 doctor with experience in Papilledema near mchenry, IL. Of these, 11 are Experienced.

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    Experienced in Papilledema
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Papilledema
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Whispering Point Ophthalmology, SC

    4314 W Crystal Lake Rd, 
    Mchenry, IL 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Joseph Kappil is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Mchenry, Illinois. Dr. Kappil is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Papilledema. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Eyelid Bump. Dr. Kappil is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Kappil is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Papilledema
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Papilledema
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Retina Institute Of Illinois PC

    820 E Terra Cotta Ave, Ste 247, 
    Crystal Lake, IL 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Armenian, French, Greek, Hebrew, Hindi, Italian, Spanish, Syriac
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Michael is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Crystal Lake, Illinois. Dr. Michael is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Papilledema. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Retinal Artery Occlusion. Dr. Michael is board certified in The American Board Of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology and American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Michael is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Papilledema
    Experienced in Papilledema
    Referral may be required

    Northwest Neurology, Ltd

    22285 N Pepper Rd, Ste 401, 
    Lake Barrington, IL 
     (10.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati 
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Akash Patel is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Lake Barrington, Illinois. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Papilledema. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome, Tension Headache, Peripheral Neuropathy, and Migraine with Brainstem Aura. Dr. Patel is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology, Neuromuscular Medicine, The American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology - Neurology, and The American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology - Neuromuscular Medicine. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Papilledema
    Sleep Medicine | Neurology
    Experienced in Papilledema
    Sleep Medicine | Neurology
    Referral may be required

    Northwest Neurology, Ltd

    22285 N Pepper Rd, Ste 401, 
    Lake Barrington, IL 
     (10.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Syema Sheikh is a Sleep Medicine specialist and a Neurologist practicing medicine in Lake Barrington, Illinois. Dr. Sheikh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Papilledema. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome, and Drowsiness. Dr. Sheikh is board certified in The American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology - Sleep Medicine, The American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology - Neurology, and American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology. Dr. Sheikh is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Papilledema
    Experienced in Papilledema
    Referral may be required

    Northwest Neurology, Ltd

    22285 N Pepper Rd, Ste 401, 
    Lake Barrington, IL 
     (10.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Elizabeth Flaherty is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Lake Barrington, Illinois. Dr. Flaherty is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Papilledema. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Tension Headache, Migraine, Memory Loss, and Migraine with Brainstem Aura. Dr. Flaherty is board certified in The American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology - Neurology, The American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology - Clinical Neurophysiology, and American Board Of Neurology, Clinical Neurophysiology. Dr. Flaherty is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Papilledema
    Experienced in Papilledema
    Referral may be required

    Northwest Neurology, Ltd.

    22285 N. Pepper Rd., Suite 401, 
    Lake Barrington, IL 
     (10.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Donald Kuhlman is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Lake Barrington, Illinois. Dr. Kuhlman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Papilledema. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, Tourette Syndrome, and Peripheral Neuropathy. Dr. Kuhlman is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology. Dr. Kuhlman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Papilledema
    Neurology
    Experienced in Papilledema
    Neurology
    Referral may be required

    Northwest Neurology, Ltd

    22285 N Pepper Rd, 
    Lake Barrington, IL 
     (10.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ahmer Ali is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Lake Barrington, Illinois. Dr. Ali is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Papilledema. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, and Memory Loss. Dr. Ali is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology. Dr. Ali is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Papilledema
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Papilledema
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Retina Health Institute, SC

    2320 Huntington Dr N, 
    Algonquin, IL 
     (11.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Punjabi, Spanish, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Rashmi Kapur, MD, is an independent ophthalmologist at Ascension Illinois in Elgin near Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Kapur diagnoses and treats adults and children with complex eye and vision conditions, such as cataracts, farsightedness, nearsightedness and astigmatism, glaucoma, and pink eye. Dr. Kapur is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Papilledema. She is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Retinal Artery Occlusion, and Diabetic Retinopathy. Dr. Kapur is board certified in The American Board Of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology and American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Kapur is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Papilledema
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Papilledema
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    7900 Rollins Rd., Suite B1300, 
    Gurnee, IL 
     (14.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jay Futterman is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Gurnee, Illinois. Dr. Futterman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Papilledema. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Uveitis, Neuroretinitis, and Glaucoma. Dr. Futterman is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Futterman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Papilledema
    Experienced in Papilledema
    Referral may be required

    Mercyhealth Whispering Point-Algonquin

    1494 Merchant Dr, 
    Algonquin, IL 
     (12.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maureen Richards is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Algonquin, Illinois. Dr. Richards is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Papilledema. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Cataract, Eyelid Bump, and Dry Eye Syndrome.

    Experienced in Papilledema
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Papilledema
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Kovach Eye

    100 W Higgins Rd Unit H35, 
    South Barrington, IL 
     (13.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Edward Yavitz is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in South Barrington, Illinois. Dr. Yavitz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Papilledema. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chalazion, Eyelid Bump, Glaucoma, and Diabetic Retinopathy. Dr. Yavitz is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Papilledema?

    Papilledema is a condition in which increased pressure in or around the brain (intracranial pressure) causes swelling of the part of the optic nerve inside the eye (optic disc). Symptoms of increased intracranial pressure include headache or nausea and vomiting. Vision problems are not common initially, but may include short flickers of gray vision, blurred or double vision, and decreased field of vision or ability to see colors. Both eyes are usually affected. Papilledema by definition is caused by increased cranial pressure. Diagnosis includes a thorough eye exam by an ophthalmologist. Brain imaging studies (for example CT scan or MRI) are used to find the cause of the increased intracranial pressure.

    When should I see a Papilledema doctor near mchenry, 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 Papilledema doctor near mchenry, 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 Papilledema doctors near mchenry, 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 Papilledema doctors near mchenry, 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 Papilledema doctor near mchenry, 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 Papilledema doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Papilledema 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 Papilledema doctor near mchenry, 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 Papilledema 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 Papilledema 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 Papilledema doctors near mchenry, IL?

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

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