Yirong Zhu
Expertise in
1
conditions

Dr. Yirong Zhu

Hematology | Oncology
27750 W. Hwy 22, Suite G70, Enter Medical Office Center 2, Turn Left Down Hallway. Office Is On The Right-hand Side., 
Barrington, IL 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Referral may be required
Expertise in
1
conditions
27750 W. Hwy 22, Suite G70, Enter Medical Office Center 2, Turn Left Down Hallway. Office Is On The Right-hand Side., 
Barrington, IL 

Overview

“The cancer journey is not a sprint, but a marathon. I am drawn to the field of hematology and oncology because I get to know my patients, to know their loved ones, and to share the hopes and strengths to face the ups and downs throughout the cancer journey. With my team, I am dedicated to bringing the latest science and technology to my patients and developing personalized plans to care for their unique needs.”.

Dr. Zhu is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Malabsorption, Thrombocytopenia, Pulmonary Embolism, and Agranulocytosis.

Dr. Zhu is board certified in   and Medical Oncology & Hematology, Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Zhu is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Hematology
Oncology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in IL

Board Certifications

 
Medical Oncology & Hematology, Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine

Hospital Affiliations

St Alexius Medical Center
Northwest Community Hospital 1
Northwestern Medicine Mchenry
Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center
Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital

Languages Spoken

English
Mandarin

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Celtic
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Devoted Health
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Meridian Choice
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Northwest Oncology and Hematology SC
27750 W. Hwy 22, Suite G70, Enter Medical Office Center 2, Turn Left Down Hallway. Office Is On The Right-hand Side., Barrington, IL 60010

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.

6 Total Publications

A real-world 10-year follow-up analysis of survival and safety of CD20-targeted therapy in patients with Waldenstrom macroglobulinemia.
A real-world 10-year follow-up analysis of survival and safety of CD20-targeted therapy in patients with Waldenstrom macroglobulinemia.
Journal: Frontiers in oncology
Published: October 27, 2025
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Is Dr. Yirong Zhu a top-rated expert for Malabsorption?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Yirong Zhu is classified as an Advanced expert for Malabsorption, 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. Yirong Zhu specialize in?

While Dr. Yirong Zhu is a Hematology, they have specific expertise in Malabsorption, Thrombocytopenia, and Pulmonary Embolism. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hematology.

Does Dr. Yirong Zhu participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Yirong Zhu has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Malabsorption. You can view a list of Dr. Yirong Zhu's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Yirong Zhu accept my insurance?

Dr. Yirong Zhu accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 847-842-0180 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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