Overview
Thomas Shoemaker is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois.
Dr. Shoemaker is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stiff Person Syndrome, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), and Neuromyelitis Optica.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 13 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Shoemaker is currently accepting new patients in some locations.
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Locations
1620 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60612
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Thomas J. Shoemaker
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Thomas J. Shoemaker?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Thomas J. Shoemaker by calling their office at 312-942-5000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Thomas J. Shoemaker a top-rated expert for Stiff Person Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Thomas J. Shoemaker is classified as an Distinguished expert for Stiff Person Syndrome, 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. Thomas J. Shoemaker specialize in?
While Dr. Thomas J. Shoemaker is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Stiff Person Syndrome, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), and Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Thomas J. Shoemaker participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Thomas J. Shoemaker has published 13 articles and abstracts on conditions like Stiff Person Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Thomas J. Shoemaker's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Thomas J. Shoemaker accept my insurance?
Dr. Thomas J. Shoemaker accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 312-942-5000 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.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- Multiple Sclerosis (MS)Dr. Shoemaker isDistinguished. Learn about Multiple Sclerosis (MS).
- Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS)Dr. Shoemaker isDistinguished. Learn about Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS).
- Stiff Person SyndromeDr. Shoemaker isDistinguished. Learn about Stiff Person Syndrome.
- Advanced
- Anti-NMDA Receptor EncephalitisDr. Shoemaker isAdvanced. Learn about Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis.
- EncephalitisDr. Shoemaker isAdvanced. Learn about Encephalitis.
- Neuromyelitis OpticaDr. Shoemaker isAdvanced. Learn about Neuromyelitis Optica.
- Rasmussen EncephalitisDr. Shoemaker isAdvanced. Learn about Rasmussen Encephalitis.
- Experienced
- Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)Dr. Shoemaker isExperienced. Learn about Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM).
- Alexander DiseaseDr. Shoemaker isExperienced. Learn about Alexander Disease.
- CACH SyndromeDr. Shoemaker isExperienced. Learn about CACH Syndrome.
- Canavan DiseaseDr. Shoemaker isExperienced. Learn about Canavan Disease.
- Drug Induced DyskinesiaDr. Shoemaker isExperienced. Learn about Drug Induced Dyskinesia.
- DysarthriaDr. Shoemaker isExperienced. Learn about Dysarthria.
- Farber LipogranulomatosisDr. Shoemaker isExperienced. Learn about Farber Lipogranulomatosis.
- Foot DropDr. Shoemaker isExperienced. Learn about Foot Drop.
- Hereditary HyperekplexiaDr. Shoemaker isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Hyperekplexia.
- LeukodystrophyDr. Shoemaker isExperienced. Learn about Leukodystrophy.
- Metachromatic LeukodystrophyDr. Shoemaker isExperienced. Learn about Metachromatic Leukodystrophy.
- Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease
- Optic NeuritisDr. Shoemaker isExperienced. Learn about Optic Neuritis.
- Pelizaeus-Merzbacher DiseaseDr. Shoemaker isExperienced. Learn about Pelizaeus-Merzbacher Disease.
- Transverse MyelitisDr. Shoemaker isExperienced. Learn about Transverse Myelitis.
- Trigeminal NeuralgiaDr. Shoemaker isExperienced. Learn about Trigeminal Neuralgia.