Shyam K. Prabhakaran
Expertise in
10
conditions

Dr. Shyam K. Prabhakaran

Neurology
355 E. Grand Ave., 
Chicago, IL 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
10
conditions
355 E. Grand Ave., 
Chicago, IL 

Overview

Shyam Prabhakaran is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois.

Dr. Prabhakaran is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Thrombectomy, and Gastrostomy.

Dr. Prabhakaran is board certified in Neurology Vascular Neurology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 292 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials. Dr. Prabhakaran is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Neurology

Licenses

Psychiatry & Neurology in IL

Board Certifications

Neurology Vascular Neurology

Fellowships

Columbia University Medical Center

Hospital Affiliations

Northwestern Memorial Hospital
The University Of Chicago Medical Center
UChicago Medicine Faculty Physicians

Languages Spoken

English
French

Gender

Male

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Aetna
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  • POS
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  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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  • STATE MEDICAID
Meridian Choice
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Oscar
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Premera Blue Cross
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UnitedHealthcare
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Wellcare
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Locations

UChicago Medicine River East
355 E. Grand Ave., Chicago, IL 60611
Other Locations
UChicago Medicine Duchossois Center for Advanced Medicine - Hyde Park
5758 S. Maryland Ave., Chicago, IL 60637

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

2 Clinical Trials

Sleep for Stroke Management and Recovery Trial
Sleep for Stroke Management and Recovery Trial
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: February 02, 2026
Intervention Type: Device
Study Phase: Not Applicable
Stroke Hyperglycemia Insulin Network Effort (SHINE) Trial
Stroke Hyperglycemia Insulin Network Effort (SHINE) Trial
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: December 23, 2019
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 3
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292 Total Publications

Response to Request for Modification of the 2026 AHA/ASA Acute Ischemic Stroke Guidelines: Endovascular Thrombectomy Imaging Selection in the 6- to 24-Hour Window.
Response to Request for Modification of the 2026 AHA/ASA Acute Ischemic Stroke Guidelines: Endovascular Thrombectomy Imaging Selection in the 6- to 24-Hour Window.
Journal: Stroke
Published: July 31, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Shyam K. Prabhakaran

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Is Dr. Shyam K. Prabhakaran a top-rated expert for Stroke?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Shyam K. Prabhakaran is classified as an Elite expert for Stroke, 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. Shyam K. Prabhakaran specialize in?

While Dr. Shyam K. Prabhakaran is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), and Subarachnoid Hemorrhage. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.

Does Dr. Shyam K. Prabhakaran participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Shyam K. Prabhakaran has published 292 articles and abstracts on conditions like Stroke. You can view a list of Dr. Shyam K. Prabhakaran's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Shyam K. Prabhakaran accept my insurance?

Dr. Shyam K. Prabhakaran accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 888-824-0200 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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