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    MediFind found 189 doctor with experience in Richter Syndrome near Des Plaines, IL. Of these, 135 are Experienced, 47 are Advanced and 7 are Distinguished.

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    189 providers found
      Michael Gill
      Advanced in Richter Syndrome
      Internal Medicine
      Advanced in Richter Syndrome
      Internal Medicine

      Advocate Medical Group Internal Medicine

      77 Rand Rd, 
      Des Plaines, IL 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Russian
      Offers Telehealth

      Michael Gill is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Des Plaines, Illinois. Dr. Gill is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Richter Syndrome, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), and Coronary Heart Disease.

      Timothy M. Lestingi
      Experienced in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology | Oncology
      Experienced in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology | Oncology

      Advocate Lutheran General Cancer Institute

      1700 Luther Ln 1st & 2nd Fl, 
      Park Ridge, IL 
       (3.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Timothy Lestingi is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Lestingi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Prostate Cancer, Chromophobe Renal Cell Carcinoma, Clear Cell Sarcoma, Ureteroscopy, and Gastrostomy.

      Shams B. Bufalino
      Advanced in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology | Oncology
      Advanced in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology | Oncology

      Advocate Lutheran General Cancer Institute

      1700 Luther Ln 1st & 2nd Fl, 
      Park Ridge, IL 
       (3.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Shams Bufalino is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Bufalino is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL), Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, Hodgkin Lymphoma, Classical Hodgkin Lymphoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

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      Alla Gimelfarb
      Distinguished in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology | Oncology
      Distinguished in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology | Oncology

      Endeavor Health Medical Group

      2180 Pfingsten Rd., Kellogg Cancer Center, 
      Glenview, IL 
       (3.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Alla Gimelfarb, MD, a hematologist at Endeavor Health, specializes in diagnosing and treating blood cancers and other hematologic conditions. She is known for clear communication and compassionate care, helping patients understand complex conditions and feel empowered in their treatment. Dr. Gimelfarb builds long-term relationships with patients and families, offering expert guidance every step of the way. Dr. Gimelfarb is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Richter Syndrome, Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

      Joseph M. Chimino
      Experienced in Richter Syndrome
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Richter Syndrome
      Internal Medicine

      Advocate Medical Group Internal Medicine

      77 Rand Rd, 
      Des Plaines, IL 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Joseph Chimino is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Des Plaines, Illinois. Dr. Chimino is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

      Priya Rajakumar
      Experienced in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology | Oncology
      Experienced in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology | Oncology

      Advocate Lutheran General Cancer Institute

      1700 Luther Ln 1st & 2nd Fl, 
      Park Ridge, IL 
       (3.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Priya Rajakumar is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Rajakumar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL), Classical Hodgkin Lymphoma, Hodgkin Lymphoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

      Deborah Katz
      Advanced in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology | Oncology
      Advanced in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology | Oncology

      Endeavor Health Medical Group

      2180 Pfingsten Rd., Kellogg Cancer Center, 
      Glenview, IL 
       (3.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Deborah Ann Katz, MD, a hematologist at Endeavor Health, specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of blood disorders. She manages both benign and malignant conditions, including anemia, clotting disorders and blood cancers. Dr. Katz works closely with patients to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to their unique medical needs. Dr. Katz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL), Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

      David Hakimian
      Advanced in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology | Oncology
      Advanced in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology | Oncology

      Illinois Cancer Specialists

      8915 W Golf Rd 4th Fl, 
      Niles, IL 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      David Hakimian is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Niles, Illinois. Dr. Hakimian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Lung Adenocarcinoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

      Rajan Patel
      Experienced in Richter Syndrome
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Richter Syndrome
      Internal Medicine

      Endeavor Health Medical Group

      9301 Golf Rd., Suite 302, 
      Des Plaines, IL 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Rajan H. Patel, MD, an internal medicine physician at Endeavor Health, provides primary care for adults focused on prevention, wellness and chronic disease management. He develops individualized care plans to help patients maintain long-term health and manage complex conditions. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Bronchitis, Sitosterolemia, Infant Hyperglycemia, and High Cholesterol.

      Kristen B. Wendell
      Experienced in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology | Oncology
      Experienced in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology | Oncology

      Illinois Cancer Specialists

      8915 W Golf Rd 4th Fl, 
      Niles, IL 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kristen Wendell is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Niles, Illinois. Dr. Wendell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer.

      Distinguished in Richter Syndrome
      Distinguished in Richter Syndrome

      Northshore Cancer Immediate Care

      2180 Pfingsten Rd Ste 1000, 
      Glenview, IL 
       (4.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Matthew Adess is a Hematologist in Glenview, Illinois. Dr. Adess is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

      Leslie Temple
      Experienced in Richter Syndrome
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Richter Syndrome
      Family Medicine

      Endeavor Health Medical Group

      2400 Chestnut Ave., Suite A, 
      Glenview, IL 
       (4.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Leslie Mendoza Temple, MD, the medical director of integrative medicine at Endeavor Health, blends conventional medicine with evidence-based holistic therapies to treat the whole person. She sees patients of all ages and offers care that includes nutritional counseling, herbal medicine, traditional Chinese medicine and mind-body practices. Dr. Mendoza Temple focuses on prevention, root cause healing and empowering patients to take charge of their health with individualized support. Dr. Temple is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Fibromyalgia, Musculocontractural Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (mcEDS), Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS).

      Daniel Lazar
      Experienced in Richter Syndrome
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Richter Syndrome
      Internal Medicine

      Advocate Medical Group

      Morton Grove, IL 
       (5.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Daniel Lazar is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Morton Grove, Illinois. Dr. Lazar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), Cardiomyopathy, Achilles Tendon Rupture, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

      Advanced in Richter Syndrome
      Oncology | Hematology
      Advanced in Richter Syndrome
      Oncology | Hematology

      Advocate Health And Hospitals Corporation

      214 Mchenry Rd, 
      Buffalo Grove, IL 
       (8.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Michael Cochran is an Oncologist and a Hematologist in Buffalo Grove, Illinois. Dr. Cochran is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Lung Cancer.

      Mylene H. Remo
      Experienced in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology | Oncology
      Experienced in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology | Oncology

      Advocate Medical Group Oncology

      900 W Nelson St Ground Fl, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (14.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Mylene Remo is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Remo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Embolism, Thrombocytopenia, Anemia, and Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS).

      Elizabeth K. Knight
      Experienced in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology | Oncology
      Experienced in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology | Oncology

      Advocate Infusion Center

      1800 Hollister Dr, Ste 112, 
      Libertyville, IL 
       (14.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Elizabeth Knight is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Libertyville, Illinois. Dr. Knight is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

      Experienced in Richter Syndrome
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Richter Syndrome
      Internal Medicine

      Advocate Medical Group-Des Plaines Rand Road

      77 Rand Rd, 
      Des Plaines, IL 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      James Nikolakakis is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Des Plaines, Illinois. Dr. Nikolakakis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and IgA Nephropathy.

      Experienced in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology | Oncology
      Experienced in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology | Oncology

      Advocate Lutheran General Cancer Institute

      1700 Luther Ln 1st & 2nd Fl, 
      Park Ridge, IL 
       (3.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Chukwuemeka Uzoka is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Uzoka is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Myeloma, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Schnitzler Syndrome, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

      Experienced in Richter Syndrome
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Richter Syndrome
      Family Medicine

      Nsuhs PSC Mt Prospect

      1329 N Wolf Rd, 
      Mount Prospect, IL 
       (3.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Julie Gilbertson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Mount Prospect, Illinois. Dr. Gilbertson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Chronic Cough.

      John W. Eklund
      Advanced in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology | Oncology
      Advanced in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology | Oncology

      Illinois Cancer Specialists

      8915 W Golf Rd 4th Fl, 
      Niles, IL 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      John Eklund is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Niles, Illinois. Dr. Eklund is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Colonoscopy.

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      Last Updated: 02/22/2026

      What is the definition of Richter Syndrome?

      Richter syndrome is a rare condition in which chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) changes into a fast-growing type of lymphoma. Symptoms of Richter syndrome can include fever, loss of weight and muscle mass, abdominal pain, and enlargement of the lymph nodes, liver, and spleen. Laboratory results may show anemia and low platelet counts (which can lead to easy bleeding and bruising).

      When should I see a Richter Syndrome doctor near Des Plaines, 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 Richter Syndrome doctor near Des Plaines, 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 Richter Syndrome doctors near Des Plaines, 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 Richter Syndrome doctors near Des Plaines, 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 Richter Syndrome doctor near Des Plaines, 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 Richter Syndrome doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Richter Syndrome 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 Richter Syndrome doctor near Des Plaines, 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 Richter Syndrome 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 Richter Syndrome 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 Richter Syndrome doctors near Des Plaines, IL?

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

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Richter Syndrome 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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