The 20 Best Trigeminal Neuralgia Doctors Near Me in Illinois, US

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The 20 Best Trigeminal Neuralgia Doctors in Illinois, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 504 doctor with experience in Trigeminal Neuralgia near Illinois, US. Of these, 436 are Experienced, 60 are Advanced, 6 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Elite in Trigeminal Neuralgia

    University Of Illinois At Chicago

    912 S Wood St, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Konstantin Slavin is a Neurosurgery provider in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Slavin is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia. His top areas of expertise are Trigeminal Neuralgia, Neuralgia, Essential Tremor, Microvascular Decompression, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Christopher D. Fahey
    Experienced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Experienced in Trigeminal Neuralgia

    Advocate Medical Group Neurology

    1875 Dempster St, Ste 625/660, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Fahey is a Sleep Medicine provider in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Fahey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia. His top areas of expertise are Headache, Seizures, Memory Loss, and Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features.

    Anibal Lugo
    Experienced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Neurology
    Experienced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Neurology

    Advocate Medical Group Neurology

    1875 Dempster St, Ste 625/660, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Anibal Lugo is a Neurologist in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Lugo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia. His top areas of expertise are Peripheral Neuropathy, Headache, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Seizures.

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    Jonathan S. Citow
    Experienced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Experienced in Trigeminal Neuralgia

    Advocate Medical Group Neurosurgery

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

    Jonathan Citow is a Neurosurgery provider in Libertyville, Illinois. Dr. Citow is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Spondylosis, Spondylolisthesis, Herniated Disc Surgery, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

    Hamad I. Farhat
    Experienced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Neurosurgery

    Advocate Medical Group Neurosurgery

    4400 W 95th St, Ste 407, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Hamad Farhat is a Neurosurgery provider in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Farhat is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia. His top areas of expertise are Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Brain Aneurysm, Transmyocardial Revascularization, and Stent Placement.

    Jeffrey Yu
    Experienced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Neurology
    Experienced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Neurology

    Advocate Medical Group Neurology

    3134 N Clark St, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Yu is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Yu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Memory Loss, and Epilepsy.

    Juan C. Tejada
    Experienced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    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 Trigeminal Neuralgia. His top areas of expertise are Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Posterior Fossa Tumor, Apoplexy, Awake Craniotomy, and Microdiscectomy.

    Abdallah M. Hamdallah
    Experienced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Experienced in Trigeminal Neuralgia

    Advocate Medical Group Neurology

    11824 Southwest Hwy, Ste 100, 
    Palos Heights, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Offers Telehealth

    Abdallah Hamdallah is a Neurologist in Palos Heights, Illinois. Dr. Hamdallah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia. His top areas of expertise are Monomelic Amyotrophy, Epilepsy, Partial Familial Epilepsy, and Seizures.

    Smriti N. Wagle
    Experienced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Experienced in Trigeminal Neuralgia

    Advocate Medical Group Neurology

    1875 Dempster St, Ste 625/660, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Smriti Wagle is a Neurologist in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Wagle is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia. Her top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Peripheral Neuropathy, Seizures, and Epilepsy.

    Ricky Wong
    Distinguished in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Neurosurgery | Physiatry | Community Health Worker
    Distinguished in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    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 a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia. His top areas of expertise are Meningioma, Trigeminal Neuralgia, Pituitary Tumor, Awake Craniotomy, and Microvascular Decompression.

    Barry Bikshorn
    Distinguished in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Distinguished in Trigeminal Neuralgia

    Northwest Neurology, Ltd.

    22285 N. Pepper Rd., Suite 401, 
    Lake Barrington, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Barry Bikshorn is a Neurologist in Lake Barrington, Illinois. Dr. Bikshorn is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia. His top areas of expertise are Trigeminal Neuralgia, Stroke, Memory Loss, and Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA).

    Alan G. Shepard
    Distinguished in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Distinguished in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    259 E Erie St Ste 2200, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Experience:
    38+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alan Shepard is a Neurologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Shepard has been practicing medicine for over 38 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia. His top areas of expertise are Trigeminal Neuralgia, Peripheral Neuropathy, Memory Loss, and Neuralgia.

    Catherine Landers
    Distinguished in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Internal Medicine

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    9650 Gross Point Rd., Suite 1900, 
    Skokie, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French

    Catherine Landers, MD, an internal medicine physician at Endeavor Health, provides primary care for adults with a focus on prevention, diagnosis and long-term support. She brings more than 35 years of clinical experience and values listening, trust and evidence-based care. Dr. Landers helps patients manage complex health concerns and maintain quality of life at every stage. Dr. Landers is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia. Her top areas of expertise are Shingles, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Trigeminal Neuralgia, and Hypothyroidism.

    Patrick J. Sweeney
    Advanced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Radiation Oncology
    Advanced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Radiation Oncology

    Radiation Oncology Consultants, Ltd

    1 Salt Creek Ln, 
    Hinsdale, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Patrick Sweeney is a Radiation Oncologist in Hinsdale, Illinois. Dr. Sweeney is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia. His top areas of expertise are Posterior Fossa Tumor, Acoustic Neuroma, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), and Metastatic Brain Tumor.

    Afif Hentati
    Advanced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Neurology | Community Health Worker
    Advanced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Neurology | Community Health Worker

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    1000 Central St., Suite 880, 
    Evanston, IL 
    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 Trigeminal Neuralgia. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Migraine, and Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease.

    George K. Bovis
    Advanced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Neurosurgery

    Advocate Medical Group Neurosurgery

    1700 Luther Ln, Ste 1170, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    George Bovis is a Neurosurgery provider in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Bovis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia. His top areas of expertise are Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Posterior Fossa Tumor, Radiation Induced Meningioma, Thrombectomy, and Laminectomy.

    Daniele Anderson
    Advanced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Advanced in Trigeminal Neuralgia

    Northwest Neurology, Ltd.

    22285 N. Pepper Rd., Suite 401, 
    Lake Barrington, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniele Anderson is a Neurologist in Lake Barrington, Illinois. Dr. Anderson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia. Her top areas of expertise are Migraine, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, Trigeminal Neuralgia, and Foot Drop.

    Ramji R. Rajendran
    Advanced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Radiation Oncology
    Advanced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Radiation Oncology

    Radiation Oncology Consultants, Ltd

    Elk Grove Village, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ramji Rajendran is a Radiation Oncologist in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. Dr. Rajendran is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia. His top areas of expertise are Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Metastatic Brain Tumor, and Lung Cancer.

    Joshua M. Rosenow
    Advanced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Advanced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    259 E Erie St Ste 1950, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Experience:
    30+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Joshua Rosenow is a Neurosurgery provider in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Rosenow has been practicing medicine for over 30 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia. His top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Neuralgia, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Rhizotomy.

    George Katsamakis
    Advanced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Advanced in Trigeminal Neuralgia

    Northwest Neurology, Ltd.

    3701 Algonquin Rd., Suite 800, 
    Rolling Meadows, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    George Katsamakis is a Neurologist in Rolling Meadows, Illinois. Dr. Katsamakis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Central Pain Syndrome, and Spasticity.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Trigeminal Neuralgia?

    Trigeminal neuralgia (TN) is a nerve disorder. It causes a stabbing or electric shock-like pain in parts of the face.

    When should I see a Trigeminal Neuralgia 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 Trigeminal Neuralgia 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 Trigeminal Neuralgia 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 Trigeminal Neuralgia 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 Trigeminal Neuralgia 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 Trigeminal Neuralgia doctor search results page. 

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

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Trigeminal Neuralgia 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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