The 20 Best Porencephaly Doctors Near Me in Illinois, US

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The 20 Best Porencephaly Doctors in Illinois, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 83 doctor with experience in Porencephaly near Illinois, US. Of these, 69 are Experienced, 13 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Bradley T. Bagan
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Experienced in Porencephaly

    Advocate Medical Group Neurosurgery

    716 S Milwaukee Ave, 
    Libertyville, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bradley Bagan is a Neurosurgery provider in Libertyville, Illinois. Dr. Bagan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Apoplexy, Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.

    John Ruge
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Neurosurgery

    Advocate Medical Group Pediatric Neurosurgery

    1675 Dempster St 2nd, 2nd Fl, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Ruge is a Neurosurgery provider in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Ruge is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Delirium, Radiation Induced Meningioma, Meningioma, Hydrocephalus, and Posterior Fossa Decompression.

    Juan C. Tejada
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Neurosurgery

    Advocate Medical Group Neurosurgery

    716 S Milwaukee Ave, 
    Libertyville, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Juan Tejada is a Neurosurgery provider in Libertyville, Illinois. Dr. Tejada is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Posterior Fossa Tumor, Apoplexy, Awake Craniotomy, and Microdiscectomy.

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    Neilesh K. Shah
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Family Medicine

    Advocate Medical Group Primary Care

    9550 W 167th St, Ste 100, 
    Orland Park, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Neilesh Shah is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Orland Park, Illinois. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Mesothelioma, Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (SCAD), Schizencephaly, and Porencephaly.

    Amin Kassam
    Advanced in Porencephaly
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Porencephaly
    Neurosurgery

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

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

    Amin Kassam is a Neurosurgery provider in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Dr. Kassam is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Brain Tumor, Meningioma, Pituitary Tumor, Endoscopy, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Ricky Wong
    Advanced in Porencephaly
    Neurosurgery | Physiatry | Community Health Worker
    Advanced in Porencephaly
    Neurosurgery | Physiatry | Community Health Worker

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    2180 Pfingsten Rd., Suite 2000, 
    Glenview, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin

    Ricky Wong, MD, a neurosurgeon at Endeavor Health, specializes in treating complex brain and spine tumors using both open and minimally invasive techniques. He emphasizes the importance of counseling and guiding patients through life-changing diagnoses with empathy and clarity. Dr. Wong is committed to continuous learning and integrating the latest technology—such as robotics, endoscopes and functional mapping—to deliver precise, patient-centered care. Dr. Wong is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Meningioma, Trigeminal Neuralgia, Pituitary Tumor, Awake Craniotomy, and Microvascular Decompression.

    Julian Bailes
    Advanced in Porencephaly
    Neurosurgery | Physiatry
    Advanced in Porencephaly
    Neurosurgery | Physiatry

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    1000 Central St., Suite 880, 
    Evanston, IL 
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Julian Bailes, MD, a neurosurgeon and chair of the Department of Neurosurgery at Endeavor Health, treats a wide range of brain and spine conditions. He brings decades of experience and research in brain injury, tumor surgery and advanced drug delivery to his work. Dr. Bailes is committed to delivering safe, evidence-based treatment using the latest technologies and a skilled, multidisciplinary team. Dr. Bailes is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Meningioma, Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET), Brain Stem Cancer, Awake Craniotomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Porencephaly
    Neurosurgery
    Distinguished in Porencephaly
    Neurosurgery

    Saint Francis Medical Center

    200 E Pennsylvania Ave, 
    Peoria, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Tsung is a Neurosurgery provider in Peoria, Illinois. Dr. Tsung is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, Awake Craniotomy, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

    Advanced in Porencephaly
    Pediatric Radiology
    Advanced in Porencephaly
    Pediatric Radiology

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

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

    Francis Prendergast is a Pediatric Radiologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Prendergast is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Ureterocele, Scoliosis, Congenital Giant Megaureter, and Caffey Disease.

    Advanced in Porencephaly
    Pediatric Radiology
    Advanced in Porencephaly
    Pediatric Radiology

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

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

    Daniel Schwartz is a Pediatric Radiologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Schwartz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Horseshoe Kidney, Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica, Pectus Excavatum, and Ureterocele.

    Advanced in Porencephaly
    Neuroradiology
    Advanced in Porencephaly
    Neuroradiology

    Office

    225 E Chicago Ave # 9, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Corey Bregman is a Neuroradiologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Bregman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Optic Glioma, Familial Porencephaly, Choroid Plexus Cyst, and Arachnoid Cysts.

    Advanced in Porencephaly
    Pediatric Radiology
    Advanced in Porencephaly
    Pediatric Radiology

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

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

    Cynthia Rigsby is a Pediatric Radiologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Rigsby is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. Her top areas of expertise are Vascular Ring, Double Aortic Arch, Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, and Pulmonary Vein Stenosis.

    Advanced in Porencephaly
    Advanced in Porencephaly

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

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

    Judith Gadde is a Radiologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Gadde is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. Her top areas of expertise are Choroid Plexus Cyst, Familial Porencephaly, Arachnoid Cysts, and Optic Glioma.

    Advanced in Porencephaly
    Neurology
    Advanced in Porencephaly
    Neurology

    Northwestern Medicine Neurosciences Crystal Lake

    360 Station Dr Ste 300, 
    Crystal Lake, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jesse Taber is a Neurologist in Crystal Lake, Illinois. Dr. Taber is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Autosomal Dominant Nocturnal Frontal Lobe Epilepsy (ADNFLE), Partial Seizure, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, and Seizures.

    Charles Wang
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Neurology | Community Health Worker | Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Neurology | Community Health Worker | Neuroradiology

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    9650 Gross Point Rd., Suite 3900, 
    Skokie, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charles Wang, MD, a neurologist and electrodiagnostic medicine specialist at Endeavor Health, provides diagnostic-focused care for patients with neurologic conditions. Fluent in Mandarin, he supports language accessibility for Chinese-speaking patients, helping ensure clear, compassionate communication. Dr. Wang is especially interested in how artificial intelligence can enhance diagnostic accuracy and support, not replace, human-centered care. Dr. Wang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, Peripheral Neuropathy, and Memory Loss.

    Gary Turkel
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Radiology
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Radiology

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    2650 Ridge Ave., Department Of Radiology, 
    Evanston, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gary Turkel is a Radiologist in Evanston, Illinois. Dr. Turkel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis, and Tenosynovitis.

    Christopher Kay
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Radiology | Pediatric Radiology
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Radiology | Pediatric Radiology

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    2650 Ridge Ave., Department Of Radiology, 
    Evanston, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Kay is a Radiologist and a Pediatric Radiologist in Evanston, Illinois. Dr. Kay is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Tenosynovitis, and Knock Knees.

    Franco Campanella
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Experienced in Porencephaly

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    1000 Central St., Suite 880, 
    Evanston, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Franco Michael Campanella, DO, a neurologist at Endeavor Health, evaluates and treats patients with a wide range of neurological conditions. He applies a patient-centered approach to diagnosing and managing disorders affecting the brain, spinal cord and nerves. Dr. Campanella works collaboratively with patients to develop care plans that support their long-term neurological health. Dr. Campanella is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Migraine with Brainstem Aura, Migraine, Transient Global Amnesia, and Restless Legs Syndrome.

    Rajeev Polasani
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Neuroradiology | Radiology
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Neuroradiology | Radiology

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    2650 Ridge Ave., Department Of Radiology, 
    Evanston, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rajeev Sai Polasani, MD, a neuroradiologist at Endeavor Health, specializes in interpreting advanced imaging of the brain, spine and nervous system. He provides diagnostic expertise that supports timely evaluation and treatment of neurological conditions. Dr. Polasani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Vertigo, and Herniated Disk.

    Andrea T. Dellaria
    Experienced in Porencephaly
    Experienced in Porencephaly

    Northwest Neurology, Ltd

    22285 N Pepper Rd, 
    Lake Barrington, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrea Dellaria is a Neurologist in Lake Barrington, Illinois. Dr. Dellaria is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porencephaly. Her top areas of expertise are Dementia, Cerebellar Degeneration, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, and Migraine.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Porencephaly?

    Porencephaly is a rare condition that affects the central nervous system. People with Porencephaly develop fluid-filled cysts or cavities in the brain either before or shortly after birth. The severity of the condition and the associated signs and symptoms vary significantly based on the size, location, and number of cysts. Common features include developmental delay, reduced muscle tone (hypotonia), seizures, macrocephaly (unusually large head size), spastic hemiplegia, speech problems, delayed growth, and intellectual disability. Porencephaly is usually the result of damage from infection or stroke after birth. In these cases, the condition occurs sporadically in people with no family history of the condition. There is an inherited form of the condition called familial Porencephaly, which is caused by changes in the COL4A1 or COL4A2 genes and is inherited in an autosomal dominant manner.

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

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

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

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