The 20 Best Primary Progressive Aphasia Doctors Near Me in Chicago, IL

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The 20 Best Primary Progressive Aphasia Doctors near Chicago, IL

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 20 doctor with experience in Primary Progressive Aphasia near Chicago, IL. Of these, 15 are Experienced and 5 are Advanced.

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    Experienced in Primary Progressive Aphasia
    Experienced in Primary Progressive Aphasia
    676 N St Clair St Ste 1310, Arkes Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    9+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Allison Lapins is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Lapins has been practicing medicine for over 9 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Progressive Aphasia. Her top areas of expertise are Dementia, Cerebellar Degeneration, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease).

    Advanced in Primary Progressive Aphasia
    Advanced in Primary Progressive Aphasia

    Rush MD Anderson Cancer Center Urgent Care

    1520 W Harrison St Fl 7, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    James Castle is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Castle is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Progressive Aphasia. His top areas of expertise are Dementia, Cerebellar Degeneration, Memory Loss, and Vertigo.

    Joshua G. Cahan
    Experienced in Primary Progressive Aphasia
    Experienced in Primary Progressive Aphasia
    676 N St Clair St Ste 1310, Arkes Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    11+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Joshua Cahan is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Cahan has been practicing medicine for over 11 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Progressive Aphasia. His top areas of expertise are Cerebellar Degeneration, Neuronal Intranuclear Inclusion Disease (NIID), Memory Loss, and Alzheimer's Disease.

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    Advanced in Primary Progressive Aphasia
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Primary Progressive Aphasia
    Internal Medicine

    Rush University Medical Center

    1653 W Congress Pkwy, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peter Pressman is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Pressman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Progressive Aphasia. His top areas of expertise are Frontotemporal Dementia, Dementia, Developmental Dysphasia Familial, and Primary Progressive Aphasia.

    Experienced in Primary Progressive Aphasia
    Experienced in Primary Progressive Aphasia

    Office

    1725 W Harrison St Ste 885, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Smith is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Progressive Aphasia. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Memory Loss, Partial Familial Epilepsy, Partial Seizure, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Experienced in Primary Progressive Aphasia
    Experienced in Primary Progressive Aphasia

    Rush Multiple Sclerosis Brain Health Center

    1725 W Harrison St Ste 309, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Augusto Miravalle is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Miravalle is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Progressive Aphasia. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Encephalitis, and Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis.

    Experienced in Primary Progressive Aphasia
    Experienced in Primary Progressive Aphasia

    Rush Neurology-Movement Disorders

    1725 W Harrison St Ste 755, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Pierpaolo Turcano is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Turcano is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Progressive Aphasia. His top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Familial Dysautonomia, and Drug Induced Dyskinesia.

    Experienced in Primary Progressive Aphasia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Primary Progressive Aphasia
    Internal Medicine

    Oak Street Health Madison St

    3433 W Madison St, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ashir Wahab is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Wahab is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Progressive Aphasia. His top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Osmotic Diuresis, Anemia, and Chronic Cough.

    Advanced in Primary Progressive Aphasia
    Advanced in Primary Progressive Aphasia

    Office

    5841 S Maryland Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    James Mastrianni is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Mastrianni is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Progressive Aphasia. His top areas of expertise are Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Vascular Dementia, Gerstmann-Straussler-Scheinker Syndrome, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Primary Progressive Aphasia
    Experienced in Primary Progressive Aphasia

    University Of Chicago Medical Center

    5841 S Maryland Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    James Brorson is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Brorson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Progressive Aphasia. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Brain Aneurysm, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.

    Afif Hentati
    Advanced in Primary Progressive Aphasia
    Neurology | Community Health Worker
    Advanced in Primary Progressive Aphasia
    Neurology | Community Health Worker

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    1000 Central St., Suite 880, 
    Evanston, IL 
     (12.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, French
    Offers Telehealth

    Afif Hentati, MD, a neurologist at Endeavor Health, specializes in diagnosing and managing complex neurological conditions, with a focus on multiple sclerosis. He blends deep clinical experience with ongoing research to improve patient outcomes and expand treatment options. Dr. Hentati values careful listening, clear communication and personalized care, helping patients feel confident and supported throughout their journey. Dr. Hentati is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Progressive Aphasia. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Migraine, and Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease.

    Advanced in Primary Progressive Aphasia
    Advanced in Primary Progressive Aphasia

    Loyola University Medical Center

    2160 S 1st Ave, 
    Maywood, IL 
     (10.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Antonio Iglesias is a Neurologist in Maywood, Illinois. Dr. Iglesias is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Progressive Aphasia. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Memory Loss, Primary Progressive Aphasia, and Partial Familial Epilepsy.

    Franco Campanella
    Experienced in Primary Progressive Aphasia
    Experienced in Primary Progressive Aphasia

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    1000 Central St., Suite 880, 
    Evanston, IL 
     (12.8 miles away)
    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 Primary Progressive Aphasia. His top areas of expertise are Migraine with Brainstem Aura, Migraine, Transient Global Amnesia, and Restless Legs Syndrome.

    Experienced in Primary Progressive Aphasia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Primary Progressive Aphasia
    Internal Medicine

    Loyola University Medical Center

    2160 S 1st Ave, 
    Maywood, IL 
     (10.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Timothy Vavra is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Maywood, Illinois. Dr. Vavra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Progressive Aphasia. His top areas of expertise are Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis, Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Sacroiliac Joint Disease.

    Experienced in Primary Progressive Aphasia
    Neurology
    Experienced in Primary Progressive Aphasia
    Neurology

    Loyola University Medical Center

    2160 S 1st Ave, 
    Maywood, IL 
     (10.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jose Biller is a Neurologist in Maywood, Illinois. Dr. Biller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Progressive Aphasia. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Cerebral Autosomal Dominant Arteriopathy with Subcortical Infarcts and Leukoencephalopathy, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Thrombectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Primary Progressive Aphasia
    Experienced in Primary Progressive Aphasia

    Loyola University Medical Center

    2160 S 1st Ave, 
    Maywood, IL 
     (10.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Schneck is a Neurologist in Maywood, Illinois. Dr. Schneck is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Progressive Aphasia. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Memory Loss, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Gastrostomy, and Transmyocardial Revascularization.

    Experienced in Primary Progressive Aphasia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Primary Progressive Aphasia
    Internal Medicine

    Loyola University Medical Center

    2160 S 1st Ave, 
    Maywood, IL 
     (10.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bradley Clifford is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Maywood, Illinois. Dr. Clifford is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Progressive Aphasia. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Sarcoidosis, Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), and Memory Loss.

    Experienced in Primary Progressive Aphasia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Primary Progressive Aphasia
    Family Medicine

    Daniel A Gutstein MD LTD

    8170 McCormick Blvd Ste 190, 
    Skokie, IL 
     (11.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Gutstein is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Skokie, Illinois. Dr. Gutstein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Progressive Aphasia. His top areas of expertise are Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Cellulitis, and Renal Hypomagnesemia Type 2.

    Experienced in Primary Progressive Aphasia
    Experienced in Primary Progressive Aphasia

    Northshore University Division Of Rheumatology

    9650 Gross Point Rd Ste 3900, 
    Skokie, IL 
     (11.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Megan Shanks is a Neurologist in Skokie, Illinois. Dr. Shanks is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Progressive Aphasia. Her top areas of expertise are Peripheral Neuropathy, Foot Drop, Dysgraphia, and Myasthenia Gravis.

    Experienced in Primary Progressive Aphasia
    Geriatrics
    Experienced in Primary Progressive Aphasia
    Geriatrics

    Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital

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

    Rhonda Stein is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Evanston, Illinois. Dr. Stein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Progressive Aphasia. Her top areas of expertise are Cerebellar Degeneration, Poststreptococcal Glomerulonephritis, Low Sodium Level, and Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML).

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Primary Progressive Aphasia?

    Primary progressive aphasia (PPA) affects a person's ability to use language to communicate. This includes loss of ability to understand or express speech (aphasia). PPA is a specific type of a more general disease called frontotemporal dementia. PPA can be classified into three distinct types: progressive non-fluent aphasia (PNFA), semantic dementia (SD), and logopenic progressive aphasia (LPA). PPA is caused by a loss of tissue (atrophy) in the area of the brain that is responsible for producing language. In some cases, this loss of tissue is caused by genetic changes (genetic changes or pathogenic variants) in the GRN gene. In these cases, the disease is inherited in an autosomal dominant manner. Diagnosis of PPA is suspected when a doctor observes signs and symptoms such as progressive loss of language abilities. Imaging of the brain can confirm the diagnosis.

    When should I see a Primary Progressive Aphasia doctor near Chicago, 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 Primary Progressive Aphasia doctor near Chicago, 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 Primary Progressive Aphasia doctors near Chicago, 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 Primary Progressive Aphasia doctors near Chicago, 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 Primary Progressive Aphasia doctor near Chicago, 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 Primary Progressive Aphasia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Primary Progressive Aphasia 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 Primary Progressive Aphasia doctor near Chicago, 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 Primary Progressive Aphasia 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 Primary Progressive Aphasia 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 Primary Progressive Aphasia doctors near Chicago, IL?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Primary Progressive Aphasia 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 Primary Progressive Aphasia doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Primary Progressive Aphasia 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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