The 20 Best Transverse Myelitis Doctors Near Me in palatine, IL

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 16 doctor with experience in Transverse Myelitis near palatine, IL. Of these, 15 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Transverse Myelitis
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    Northwest Neurology, Ltd

    3701 Algonquin Rd, Ste 800, 
    Rolling Meadows, IL 
     (3.4 miles away)
    847-882-6604
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Greek
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    George Katsamakis is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Rolling Meadows, Illinois. Dr. Katsamakis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transverse Myelitis. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Central Pain Syndrome, and Spasticity. Dr. Katsamakis is board certified in The American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology - Neurology and American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology. Dr. Katsamakis is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Transverse Myelitis
    Experienced in Transverse Myelitis
    Referral may be required

    Advocate Medical Group Neurology

    1875 Dempster St, Ste 625/660, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
     (10.8 miles away)
    847-723-4088
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Polish
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    Timothy Mikesell is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Mikesell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transverse Myelitis. His clinical expertise encompasses Gumma, Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, and Memory Loss. Dr. Mikesell is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology, Vascular Neurology. Dr. Mikesell is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Transverse Myelitis
    Experienced in Transverse Myelitis
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    Advocate Medical Group Neurology

    1875 Dempster St, Ste 625/660, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
     (10.8 miles away)
    847-723-4088
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Wayne Rubinstein is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Rubinstein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transverse Myelitis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Myasthenia Gravis, Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), and Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Dr. Rubinstein is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology, Clinical Neurophysiology. Dr. Rubinstein is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Transverse Myelitis
    Experienced in Transverse Myelitis
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    Rehabilitation Associates Of The Midwest SC

    909 E Palatine Rd, 
    Palatine, IL 
     (0.7 miles away)
    847-776-1400
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Polish, Ukrainian
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    Peter Blendonohy is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Palatine, Illinois. Dr. Blendonohy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transverse Myelitis. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Traumatic Brain Injury, Rhabdomyolysis, and Subarachnoid Hemorrhage. Dr. Blendonohy is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Transverse Myelitis

    Dr. Lawrence A. Zeidman
    Neurology | Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine
    Experienced in Transverse Myelitis

    Dr. Lawrence A. Zeidman
    Neurology | Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine
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    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    2180 Pfingsten Rd., Suite 2000, 
    Glenview, IL 
     (9.3 miles away)
    847-570-2570
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Lawrence Zeidman is a Neurologist and a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Glenview, Illinois. Dr. Zeidman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transverse Myelitis. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Peripheral Neuropathy, Gerstmann-Straussler-Scheinker Syndrome, Myasthenia Gravis, and Chronic Demyelinizing Neuropathy with IgM Monoclonal. Dr. Zeidman is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology. Dr. Zeidman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Transverse Myelitis
    Experienced in Transverse Myelitis
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    Northwest Neurology, Ltd

    22285 N Pepper Rd, Ste 401, 
    Lake Barrington, IL 
     (9.3 miles away)
    847-882-6604
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Andrew Gordon is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Lake Barrington, Illinois. Dr. Gordon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transverse Myelitis. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myasthenia Gravis, Continuous Spike-Wave During Slow Sleep Syndrome, Photosensitive Epilepsy, and Peripheral Neuropathy. Dr. Gordon is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, The American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology - Neurology, and American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology. Dr. Gordon is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Transverse Myelitis
    Experienced in Transverse Myelitis
    Referral may be required

    Northwest Neurology, Ltd

    22285 N Pepper Rd, Ste 401, 
    Lake Barrington, IL 
     (9.3 miles away)
    847-882-6604
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Andrea Dellaria is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Lake Barrington, Illinois. Dr. Dellaria is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transverse Myelitis. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Cerebellar Degeneration, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, and Migraine. Dr. Dellaria is board certified in The American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology - Neurology and American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology. Dr. Dellaria is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Transverse Myelitis
    Experienced in Transverse Myelitis
    Referral may be required

    Northwest Neurology, Ltd

    22285 N Pepper Rd, Ste 401, 
    Lake Barrington, IL 
     (9.3 miles away)
    847-882-6604
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati 
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    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 Transverse Myelitis. 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.

    Experienced in Transverse Myelitis
    Experienced in Transverse Myelitis
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    Shirley Ryan Ability Lab

    955 Beisner Rd, Ste 1509, 
    Elk Grove Village, IL 
     (7.5 miles away)
    312-238-1751
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Bonita Alexander is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. Dr. Alexander is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transverse Myelitis. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hemiplegia, Dysferlinopathy, Stroke, and Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. Dr. Alexander is board certified in The American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation - Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Alexander is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Transverse Myelitis
    Experienced in Transverse Myelitis
    Referral may be required

    Northshore Glenbrook Hospital

    2100 Pfingsten Rd, 
    Glenview, IL 
     (9.6 miles away)
    224-251-2020
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
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    John Pula is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Glenview, Illinois. Dr. Pula is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transverse Myelitis. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Papilledema, Optic Neuritis, Optic Nerve Atrophy, and Optic Atrophy Type 1. Dr. Pula is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Transverse Myelitis
    Experienced in Transverse Myelitis
    Referral may be required

    Northshore Glenbrook Hospital

    2100 Pfingsten Rd, 
    Glenview, IL 
     (9.6 miles away)
    847-657-5800
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
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    Karyn Karlin is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Glenview, Illinois. Dr. Karlin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transverse Myelitis. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Tension Headache, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, and Neuralgia. Dr. Karlin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Transverse Myelitis
    Experienced in Transverse Myelitis
    Referral may be required

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    900 Skokie Blvd Ste 175, 
    Northbrook, IL 
     (9.8 miles away)
    312-238-3821
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Susan Keeshin is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Northbrook, Illinois. Dr. Keeshin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transverse Myelitis. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hemiplegia, Foot Drop, Poliomyelitis, and Post Polio Syndrome.

    Experienced in Transverse Myelitis
    Experienced in Transverse Myelitis
    Referral may be required

    Consultants In Neurology, Ltd

    1535 Lake Cook Rd, 
    Northbrook, IL 
     (11.5 miles away)
    847-509-0270
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
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    Daniel Wynn is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Northbrook, Illinois. Dr. Wynn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transverse Myelitis. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Pseudobulbar Affect, and Migraine. Dr. Wynn is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology and American Board Of Neurology. Dr. Wynn is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Transverse Myelitis
    Experienced in Transverse Myelitis
    Referral may be required

    Advocate Medical Group Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

    1775 Ballard Rd 1st Fl, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
     (11.9 miles away)
    847-318-2444
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Laura Prince is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Prince is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transverse Myelitis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hemiplegia, Transverse Myelitis, Paraplegia, and Neurogenic Bowel. Dr. Prince is board certified in American Board Of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. Dr. Prince is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Transverse Myelitis

    Dr. Amy F. Sun
    Physiatry
    Experienced in Transverse Myelitis

    Dr. Amy F. Sun
    Physiatry
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    Advocate Medical Group Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

    1775 Ballard Rd 1st Fl, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
     (11.9 miles away)
    847-318-2444
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
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    Accepting New Patients
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    Amy Sun is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Sun is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transverse Myelitis. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, and Cerebral Palsy. Dr. Sun is board certified in American Board Of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. Dr. Sun is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Transverse Myelitis
    Experienced in Transverse Myelitis
    Referral may be required

    Global Health Care

    7447 W. Talcott Ave., Suite 512, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (14.1 miles away)
    773-774-1790
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
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    Ghada Ahmed is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Ahmed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transverse Myelitis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stroke and Transverse Myelitis. Dr. Ahmed is board certified in American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehab. Dr. Ahmed is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Transverse Myelitis?

    Transverse myelitis is a neurological disorder caused by inflammation of the spinal cord, which carries nerve signals from the brain to the rest of the body. The segment of the spinal cord that has inflammation or damage determines the symptoms a person has. Generally, inflammation at one segment causes symptoms at that level and below that level. Most commonly, the upper spinal cord is affected, causing impaired leg movement, and problems controlling the bowel and bladder. The cause of Transverse myelitis may be unknown (idiopathic) or it may be associated with a wide variety of underlying health problems, including infections, immune system disorders, and other inflammatory disorders. Tests that may be used to diagnose Transverse myelitis include MRI to look for compression or inflammation of the spinal cord, and a lumbar puncture (spinal tap) to look for evidence of inflammation in the fluid surrounding the spinal cord (cerebrospinal fluid).

    When should I see a Transverse Myelitis doctor near palatine, 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 Transverse Myelitis doctor near palatine, 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 do I find the best Transverse Myelitis doctor near palatine, IL?

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    How does MediFind rank Transverse Myelitis doctors near palatine, 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 Transverse Myelitis doctors near palatine, 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 Transverse Myelitis doctor near palatine, 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 Transverse Myelitis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Transverse Myelitis 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 Transverse Myelitis doctor near palatine, 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 Transverse Myelitis 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 Transverse Myelitis 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 Transverse Myelitis doctors near palatine, IL?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Transverse Myelitis 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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