The 20 Best Sitosterolemia Doctors Near Me in Melrose Park, IL

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The 20 Best Sitosterolemia Doctors near Melrose Park, IL

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 802 doctor with experience in Sitosterolemia near Melrose Park, IL. Of these, 624 are Experienced, 155 are Advanced and 23 are Distinguished.

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    Joseph C. Marek
    Advanced in Sitosterolemia
    Advanced in Sitosterolemia

    Advocate Heart Institute

    3825 Highland Ave, Ste 400, 
    Downers Grove, IL 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Marek is a Cardiologist in Downers Grove, Illinois. Dr. Marek is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sitosterolemia. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Sitosterolemia, and Atherosclerosis.

    Thomas J. Discher
    Advanced in Sitosterolemia
    Advanced in Sitosterolemia

    Advocate Heart Institute

    3825 Highland Ave, Ste 400, 
    Downers Grove, IL 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Discher is a Cardiologist in Downers Grove, Illinois. Dr. Discher is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sitosterolemia. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Angina, and Lymphatic Filariasis.

    Maryam N. Sandoval
    Experienced in Sitosterolemia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Sitosterolemia
    Internal Medicine
    133 E. Brush Hill Road, Suite 401, 
    Elmhurst, IL 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    30+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    I believe in developing a collaborative, trusting relationship with my patients which first and foremost includes listening to their concerns with compassion, followed by providing sound guidance to find the best treatment options for them as an individual. Dr. Sandoval is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sitosterolemia. Her top areas of expertise are Collagenous Colitis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Sitosterolemia, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Ureteroscopy.

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    Tracie Wilcox
    Experienced in Sitosterolemia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Sitosterolemia
    Internal Medicine
    133 E. Brush Hill Road, Suite 401, 
    Elmhurst, IL 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    29+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    To provide comprehensive medical care to patients. To work effectively with specialists to provide continuity of care. I have particular interest in women’s health and in chronic medical conditions including diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure and high cholesterol. Dr. Wilcox is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sitosterolemia. Her top areas of expertise are Osmotic Diuresis, Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP), Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia, and Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome.

    Charles Schwartz
    Experienced in Sitosterolemia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Sitosterolemia
    Internal Medicine
    133 E. Brush Hill Road, Suite 401, 
    Elmhurst, IL 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    11+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    I aim to provide patient education and motivation to prevent disease and limit the complications of chronic disease. By putting the values and goals of my patients first, we can make decisions together to provide the best care possible. Dr. Schwartz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sitosterolemia. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Pulmonary Embolism, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF).

    Joaquin B. Gonzalez
    Experienced in Sitosterolemia
    Interventional Cardiology
    Experienced in Sitosterolemia
    Interventional Cardiology

    Advocate Heart Institute

    2511 N Kedzie Blvd, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joaquin Gonzalez is an Interventional Cardiologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Gonzalez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sitosterolemia. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Angina, Atherosclerosis, Patent Foramen Ovale Repair, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

    Anthony T. Mccormack
    Experienced in Sitosterolemia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Sitosterolemia
    Family Medicine

    Advocate Memory Center

    1875 Dempster St, Ste 520, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
     (9.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anthony Mccormack is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Mccormack is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sitosterolemia. His top areas of expertise are Dementia, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

    Gaile K. Sabaliauskas
    Experienced in Sitosterolemia
    Experienced in Sitosterolemia

    Advocate Heart Institute

    3825 Highland Ave, Ste 400, 
    Downers Grove, IL 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gaile Sabaliauskas is a Cardiologist in Downers Grove, Illinois. Dr. Sabaliauskas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sitosterolemia. Her top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Vitamin D Deficiency, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, and Atherosclerosis.

    Steven P. Chough
    Experienced in Sitosterolemia
    Cardiac Electrophysiology | Cardiology
    Experienced in Sitosterolemia
    Cardiac Electrophysiology | Cardiology

    Advocate Heart Institute

    3825 Highland Ave, Ste 400, 
    Downers Grove, IL 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven Chough is a Cardiac Electrophysiologist and a Cardiologist in Downers Grove, Illinois. Dr. Chough is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sitosterolemia. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmias, Sick Sinus Syndrome, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

    Ali A. Valika
    Experienced in Sitosterolemia
    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
    Experienced in Sitosterolemia
    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology

    Advocate Heart Institute

    3825 Highland Ave, Ste 400, 
    Downers Grove, IL 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Urdu
    Offers Telehealth

    Ali Valika is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Downers Grove, Illinois. Dr. Valika is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sitosterolemia. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Pulmonary Edema, and Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM).

    Mahesh N. Raju
    Experienced in Sitosterolemia
    Interventional Cardiology
    Experienced in Sitosterolemia
    Interventional Cardiology

    Advocate Heart Institute

    3825 Highland Ave, Ste 400, 
    Downers Grove, IL 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mahesh Raju is an Interventional Cardiologist in Downers Grove, Illinois. Dr. Raju is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sitosterolemia. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Angina, Atherosclerosis, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.

    Cash Casey
    Advanced in Sitosterolemia
    Cardiology | Cardiac Electrophysiology
    Advanced in Sitosterolemia
    Cardiology | Cardiac Electrophysiology

    Midwest Cardiovascular Institute

    133 E Brush Hill Rd, Suite 202, 
    Elmhurst, IL 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Cash Casey is a Cardiologist and a Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Elmhurst, Illinois. Dr. Casey is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sitosterolemia. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Pulmonary Edema, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

    Anish Amin
    Advanced in Sitosterolemia
    Interventional Cardiology
    Advanced in Sitosterolemia
    Interventional Cardiology

    Midwest Cardiovascular Institute

    133 E Brush Hill Rd, Suite 202, 
    Elmhurst, IL 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anish Amin is an Interventional Cardiologist in Elmhurst, Illinois. Dr. Amin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sitosterolemia. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Hypertensive Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, and Angioplasty.

    Apoor Gami
    Advanced in Sitosterolemia
    Cardiology
    Advanced in Sitosterolemia
    Cardiology

    Midwest Cardiovascular Institute

    133 E Brush Hill Rd, Suite 202, 
    Elmhurst, IL 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Apoor Gami is a Cardiologist in Elmhurst, Illinois. Dr. Gami is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sitosterolemia. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmias, Coronary Heart Disease, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

    John Elsen
    Distinguished in Sitosterolemia
    Family Medicine
    Distinguished in Sitosterolemia
    Family Medicine
    4061 West 95th Street, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
     (14.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    36+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    As a family physician, I value developing long lasting and meaningful relationships with my patients and their families. I believe in working in partnership with them, emphasizing preventative health measures and controlling chronic medical conditions through education and joint decision making. Dr. Elsen is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sitosterolemia. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Advanced in Sitosterolemia
    Advanced in Sitosterolemia

    Loyola University Medical Center

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

    Thomas Mckiernan is a Cardiologist in Maywood,, Illinois. Dr. Mckiernan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sitosterolemia. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmias, Coronary Heart Disease, Angina, and Cardiac Ablation.

    Advanced in Sitosterolemia
    Cardiology
    Advanced in Sitosterolemia
    Cardiology

    Loyola University Medical Center

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

    Bruce Lewis is a Cardiologist in Maywood, Illinois. Dr. Lewis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sitosterolemia. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Angina, Atherosclerosis, Atherectomy, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

    Advanced in Sitosterolemia
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Sitosterolemia
    Internal Medicine

    Loyola University Medical Center

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

    Susan Rohde is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Maywood,, Illinois. Dr. Rohde is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sitosterolemia. Her top areas of expertise are Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Sitosterolemia, and Hypertension.

    Distinguished in Sitosterolemia
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Sitosterolemia
    Internal Medicine

    Elmhurst Clinic

    172 E Schiller St, 
    Elmhurst, IL 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ronald Cheff is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Elmhurst, Illinois. Dr. Cheff is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sitosterolemia. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Ringworm, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Enlarged Prostate (BPH).

    Nathaniel Pae
    Experienced in Sitosterolemia
    Family Medicine | Endocrinology
    Experienced in Sitosterolemia
    Family Medicine | Endocrinology

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    172 Schiller St., Primary Care, 
    Elmhurst, IL 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nathaniel Pae, MD, a family medicine physician at Endeavor Health, provides whole-person care with a focus on physical and emotional wellbeing. He treats a wide range of conditions and helps patients manage stress, chronic disease and family dynamics. Dr. Pae partners with patients on preventive care, encouraging healthy habits to improve long-term outcomes. His clinical interests include anxiety, family counseling and disease prevention. Dr. Pae is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sitosterolemia. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Sitosterolemia?

    Sitosterolemia is a condition in which fatty substances (lipids) from vegetable oils, nuts, and other plant-based foods accumulate in the blood and tissues. These lipids are called plant sterols (or phytosterols). Sitosterol is one of several plant sterols that accumulate in this disorder, with a blood level 30 to 100 times greater than normal. Cholesterol, a similar fatty substance found in animal products, is mildly to moderately elevated in many people with sitosterolemia. Cholesterol levels are particularly high in some affected children. However, some people with sitosterolemia have normal cholesterol levels.

    When should I see a Sitosterolemia doctor near Melrose Park, 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 Sitosterolemia doctor near Melrose Park, 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 Sitosterolemia doctors near Melrose Park, 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 Sitosterolemia doctors near Melrose Park, 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 Sitosterolemia doctor near Melrose Park, 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 Sitosterolemia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Sitosterolemia 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 Sitosterolemia doctor near Melrose Park, 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 Sitosterolemia 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 Sitosterolemia 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 Sitosterolemia doctors near Melrose Park, IL?

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

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