The 20 Best Patent Foramen Ovale Repair Doctors near Oak Lawn, IL

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 43 doctor with experience in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair near Oak Lawn, IL. Of these, 31 are Experienced, 11 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery

    Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgical Associates, SC

    4400 W 95th St, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Greek
    Offers Telehealth

    Patroklos Pappas is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Pappas is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatic Fever, Necrosis, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Pappas is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery

    Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgical Associates, SC

    4400 W 95th St, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Antone Tatooles is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Tatooles is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Dissection, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Heart Transplant, and Heart Valve Repair. Dr. Tatooles is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery

    Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgical Associates, SC

    4400 W 95th St, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Frank is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Frank is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arterial Embolism, Cardiogenic Shock, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Heart Valve Repair. Dr. Frank is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery, Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery.

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    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery

    Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgical Associates, SC

    4400 W 95th St, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Philip Alexander is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Alexander is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Aortic Dissection, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Heart Valve Repair, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Alexander is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery

    Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgical Associates, SC

    4400 W 95th St, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    William Stansfield is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Stansfield is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Aortic Dissection, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Stansfield is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Cardiology

    Consultants In Cardiology & Electrophysiology, LLC

    3545 W 95th St, 
    Evergreen Park, IL 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic

    Hussam Watti is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Evergreen Park, Illinois. Dr. Watti is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, Atrial Fibrillation, Apoplexy, Patent Foramen Ovale Repair, and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI). Dr. Watti is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    12251 S 80th Ave Ste 1520, 
    Palos Heights, IL 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    22+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Hussam Suradi is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Palos Heights, Illinois. He has been practicing medicine for over 22 years. Dr. Suradi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Patent Foramen Ovale, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Suradi is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Adult Congenital Heart Disease (Certified).

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Interventional Cardiology
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Interventional Cardiology

    Advocate Heart Institute

    2511 N Kedzie Blvd, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (14.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joaquin Gonzalez is an Interventional Cardiologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Gonzalez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Angina, Atherosclerosis, Patent Foramen Ovale Repair, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Gonzalez is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery

    Advocate Health And Hospitals Corporation

    4440 W 95th St, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Narutoshi Hibino is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Hibino is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coarctation of the Aorta, Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), Ventricular Septal Defects, Heart Transplant, and Patent Foramen Ovale Repair.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery

    Advocate Health And Hospitals Corporation

    4440 W 95th St, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Luca Vricella is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Vricella is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), Mediastinitis, Aortic Dissection, Heart Transplant, and Patent Foramen Ovale Repair.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    General Surgery

    Heart Care Center Of Il-Blue Island

    11560 S Kedzie Ave Ste 100, 
    Merrionette Park, IL 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Gasior is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Merrionette Park, Illinois. Dr. Gasior is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. His clinical expertise encompasses Peripheral Artery Disease, Arterial Insufficiency, Collapsed Lung, and Patent Foramen Ovale Repair.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair

    University Of Chicago Medical Center

    5841 S Maryland Ave, 
    Chicago,, IL 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sandeep Nathan is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Chicago,, Illinois. Dr. Nathan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiogenic Shock, Coronary Heart Disease, Heart Attack, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Heart Bypass Surgery.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair

    University Of Chicago Medical Center

    5841 S Maryland Ave, 
    Chicago,, IL 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jonathan Paul is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Chicago,, Illinois. Dr. Paul is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Embolism, Heart Attack, Arrhythmias, Thrombectomy, and Angioplasty.

    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery
    675 N St Clair St Ste 19-100, Galter Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (14.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    29+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Duc Pham is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. He has been practicing medicine for over 29 years. Dr. Pham is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Aortic Regurgitation, Heart Valve Repair, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Pham is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery - Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery (Certified).

    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery
    675 N St Clair St Ste 19-100, Galter Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (14.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    46+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Patrick Mccarthy is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. He has been practicing medicine for over 46 years. Dr. Mccarthy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Tricuspid Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Mccarthy is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery - Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery (Certified).

    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery
    675 N St Clair St Ste 19-100, Galter Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (14.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    25+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Franjo Siric is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. He has been practicing medicine for over 25 years. Dr. Siric is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Dissection, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery

    University Of Chicago Medical Center

    5841 S Maryland Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Valluvan Jeevanandam is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Jeevanandam is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Cardiogenic Shock, Tricuspid Regurgitation, Heart Transplant, and Patent Foramen Ovale Repair.

    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery

    University Of Chicago Medical Center

    5841 S Maryland Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Takeyoshi Ota is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Ota is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Dissection, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Heart Transplant, and Patent Foramen Ovale Repair.

    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery

    University Of Chicago Medical Center

    5841 S Maryland Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Husam Balkhy is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Balkhy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Tumor, Total Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Return, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).

    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery

    Cardiac Surgery Associates, SC

    2160 S 1st Ave, 
    Maywood, IL 
     (10.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Schwartz is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Maywood, Illinois. Dr. Schwartz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Aortic Dissection, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. Dr. Schwartz is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery, Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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    • 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 Patent Foramen Ovale Repair doctor near Oak Lawn, 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 Patent Foramen Ovale Repair doctors near Oak Lawn, 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 Patent Foramen Ovale Repair doctors near Oak Lawn, 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 Patent Foramen Ovale Repair doctor near Oak Lawn, 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 Patent Foramen Ovale Repair doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Patent Foramen Ovale Repair 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 Patent Foramen Ovale Repair doctor near Oak Lawn, 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 Patent Foramen Ovale Repair 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 Patent Foramen Ovale Repair 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 Patent Foramen Ovale Repair doctors near Oak Lawn, IL?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Patent Foramen Ovale Repair 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 Patent Foramen Ovale Repair doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Patent Foramen Ovale Repair 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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