Overview
Nicholas Yerkes, MD, a thoracic surgeon at Endeavor Health, performs surgical procedures involving the lungs, esophagus and chest. With over a decade of experience, Dr. Yerkes collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to diagnose and treat complex thoracic conditions using advanced surgical techniques.
Dr. Yerkes is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Collapsed Lung, Fibrosing Mediastinitis, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, and Gastrostomy.
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Locations
880 W. Central Rd., Suite 4250, Arlington Heights, IL 60005
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Nicholas Yerkes
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Nicholas Yerkes?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Nicholas Yerkes by calling their office at 847-618-3800. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Nicholas Yerkes a top-rated expert for Collapsed Lung?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Nicholas Yerkes is classified as an Advanced expert for Collapsed Lung, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Nicholas Yerkes specialize in?
While Dr. Nicholas Yerkes is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Collapsed Lung, Fibrosing Mediastinitis, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Nicholas Yerkes accept my insurance?
Dr. Nicholas Yerkes accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 847-618-3800 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Advanced
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
- Collapsed LungDr. Yerkes isAdvanced. Learn about Collapsed Lung.
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Yerkes isAdvanced. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- Esophageal PerforationDr. Yerkes isAdvanced. Learn about Esophageal Perforation.
- Fibrosing MediastinitisDr. Yerkes isAdvanced. Learn about Fibrosing Mediastinitis.
- Lung AdenocarcinomaDr. Yerkes isAdvanced. Learn about Lung Adenocarcinoma.
- Experienced
- AchalasiaDr. Yerkes isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Chylous AscitesDr. Yerkes isExperienced. Learn about Chylous Ascites.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Yerkes isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- EmphysemaDr. Yerkes isExperienced. Learn about Emphysema.
- GastrostomyDr. Yerkes isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- HerniaDr. Yerkes isExperienced. Learn about Hernia.