25 of the Best Thoracic Surgeons Near Me in Elgin, IL

Looking for the best thoracic surgeon near Elgin, IL? Find a top thoracic surgeon near you in Elgin, IL who is an expert in your specific condition. A thoracic surgeon is a specialist who performs surgery on the lungs and other organs of the chest.

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MediFind found 229 specialists near Elgin, IL

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    Expertise in
    15
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    15
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required
    675 N St Clair St Ste 19-100, Galter Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sukit Malaisrie is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Malaisrie is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Malaisrie is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Surgery (Certified). Dr. Malaisrie is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    15
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    15
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required
    675 N St Clair St Ste 19-100, Galter Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Duc Pham is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Pham is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Cardiogenic Shock, Heart Transplant, and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Pham is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery - Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery (Certified). Dr. Pham is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Loyola University Medical Center

    2160 S First Ave, Bldg 110, 
    Maywood, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    James Lubawski is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Maywood, Illinois. Dr. Lubawski is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Nodules, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Thymectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Lubawski is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Lubawski is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    10
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    10
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required
    12255 S 80th Ave Ste 204, 
    Palos Heights, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew Arndt is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Palos Heights, Illinois. Dr. Arndt is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Adenocarcinoma, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Arndt is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery - Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery (Certified). Dr. Arndt is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required
    25 N Winfield Rd Ste 2202, 
    Winfield, IL 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    James Wade is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Winfield, Illinois. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Wade is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Fibrosing Mediastinitis, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Thymectomy. Dr. Wade is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Surgery (Certified). Dr. Wade is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Lutheran General Hospital Cardiovascular Clinics

    1775 Dempster Street, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Shoeb Hussain is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Hussain is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Aortic Valve Stenosis, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, and Aortic Regurgitation. Dr. Hussain is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Advanced Heart Failure And Transplant Cardiology. Dr. Hussain is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    13
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    13
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Loyola University Medical Center

    2160 S 1st Ave, 
    Maywood, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Wickii Vigneswaran is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Maywood, Illinois. Dr. Vigneswaran is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mesothelioma, Lung Cancer, Lung Nodules, Thymectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Vigneswaran is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required
    675 N St Clair St Ste 19-100, Galter Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrei Churyla is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Churyla is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Aortic Dissection, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Churyla is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Churyla is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    17
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    17
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required
    675 N St Clair St Ste 19-100, Galter Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Douglas Johnston is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Johnston is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Constrictive Pericarditis, Aortic Regurgitation, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Johnston is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery - Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery (Certified). Dr. Johnston is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    16
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    16
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required
    675 N St Clair St Ste 19-100, Galter Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Patrick Mccarthy is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Mccarthy is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Valve Stenosis, 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). Dr. Mccarthy is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    UChicago Medicine Duchossois Center For Advanced Medicine - Hyde Park

    5758 S. Maryland Ave., 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jessica Donington is a Thoracic Surgeon and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Donington is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Lung Cancer, Lung Nodules, Endoscopy, and Thymectomy. Dr. Donington is board certified in Practicing Since1994 and Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery. Dr. Donington is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery | Cardiology
    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery | Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    OSF Cardiovascular Institute

    515 Northeast Glen Oak Avenue, 
    Peoria, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Salah Altarabsheh is a Thoracic Surgeon and a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Peoria, Illinois. Dr. Altarabsheh is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Unstable Angina, Coronary Heart Disease, Aortic Regurgitation, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG). Dr. Altarabsheh is board certified in Residency, Cardiovascular Surgery , Fellowship, Cardiovascular Surgery , Medical Education , Residency, General Surgery, and Internship . Dr. Altarabsheh is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Advocate Medical Group Pediatric Cardiovascular Surgery

    840 S Wood St, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients

    Michel Ilbawi is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Ilbawi is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), Congenital Coronary Artery Malformation, Transposition of the Great Arteries, Aortic Regurgitation, and Heart Valve Repair. Dr. Ilbawi is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery, Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery. Dr. Ilbawi is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    19
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    19
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Cardiac Surgery Associates, SC

    2650 Warrenville Rd, 
    Downers Grove, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Marc Gerdisch is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Downers Grove, Illinois. Dr. Gerdisch is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Regurgitation, Heart Valve Repair, and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Gerdisch is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery, Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery. Dr. Gerdisch is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    13
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    13
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    University Of Chicago Medical Center

    5841 S Maryland Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mark Ferguson is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Ferguson is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Lung Nodules, Metastatic Pleural Tumor, Endoscopy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy. Dr. Ferguson is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    18
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    18
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Cardiac Surgery Associates, SC

    880 W. Central Rd., Suite 7100, 
    Arlington Heights, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Bryan Foy is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Dr. Foy is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Heart Valve Repair. Dr. Foy is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery and American Board Of Thoracic Surgery, Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery. Dr. Foy is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    18
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery
    Expertise in
    18
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    2151 Waukegan Rd., Suite 100, 
    Bannockburn, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jonathan Somers, MD, a cardiovascular-thoracic surgeon at Endeavor Health, specializes in the surgical treatment of complex heart and vascular conditions. He provides care for patients with aortic aneurysms, coronary artery disease, atrial fibrillation and valvular heart disease. Dr. Somers performs advanced procedures including coronary artery bypass grafting, valve repair and replacement, and transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR). Dr. Somers is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Peripheral Artery Disease, Arterial Insufficiency, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Heart Valve Repair. Dr. Somers is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Somers is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    17
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery
    Expertise in
    17
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    2650 Ridge Ave., Kellogg Cancer Center, 
    Evanston, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Seth Krantz, MD, a thoracic surgeon at Endeavor Health, specializes in minimally invasive surgery for lung and esophageal cancers, including robotic-assisted techniques. As chief of thoracic surgery, he is committed to personalized care, from diagnosis through recovery, and is actively involved in research exploring genetic risk factors for cancer. Dr. Krantz is particularly focused on improving early detection and expanding lung cancer screening using genetic insights to better identify patients at risk. Dr. Krantz is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Lung Nodules, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Krantz is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Krantz is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    16
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery | Intensive Care Medicine
    Expertise in
    16
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery | Intensive Care Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Cardiac Surgery Associates, SC

    10 Martin Ave., Suite 100, 
    Naperville, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Hinkamp is a Thoracic Surgeon and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Naperville, Illinois. Dr. Hinkamp is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Necrosis, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Carotid Artery Surgery. Dr. Hinkamp is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, American Board Of Surgery , and American Board Of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Hinkamp is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    14
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    14
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required
    676 N St Clair St Ste 2140, Arkes Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ankit Bharat is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Bharat is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Lung Nodules, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Thymectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Bharat is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Surgery (Certified). Dr. Bharat is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    14
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    14
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgical Associates, SC

    4400 W 95th St, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Greek, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Antone J. Tatooles, MD, is an independent heart surgeon at Ascension Illinois in Elk Grove Village near Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Tatooles delivers minimally invasive heart care and open heart surgery to open narrow arteries, restore blood flow to the heart, repair leaky heart valves and surgically correct chronic AFib. He starts by listening to understand you and your health concerns. Dr. Tatooles works with you to create a personalized care plan. Dr. Tatooles is highly rated in 14 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 The American Board Of Thoracic Surgery - Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery, The American Board Of Surgery - Surgery, and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Tatooles is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    13
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    13
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required
    676 N St Clair St Ste 2140, Arkes Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Samuel Kim is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Kim is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Nodules, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Kim is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Surgery (Certified). Dr. Kim is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgical Associates, S.C.

    800 Biesterfield Rd, Ste 545, 
    Elk Grove Village, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert G. Kummerer, MD, is an independent heart surgeon at Ascension Illinois in Elk Grove Village near Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Kummerer delivers minimally invasive heart care and open heart surgery to open narrow arteries, restore blood flow to the heart, repair leaky heart valves and surgically correct chronic AFib. He starts by listening to understand you and your health concerns. Dr. Kummerer works with you to create a personalized care plan. Dr. Kummerer is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Carotid Artery Disease, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Carotid Artery Surgery. Dr. Kummerer is board certified in The American Board Of Surgery - General Surgery, The American Board Of Thoracic Surgery - Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery, American Board Of Surgery, Vascular Surgery, and The American Board Of Surgery - Vascular Surgery. Dr. Kummerer is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgical Associates, SC

    27750 W Highway 22, 
    Barrington, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Timothy V. Votapka, MD, is an independent heart surgeon at Ascension Illinois in Oak Lawn near Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Votapka delivers minimally invasive heart care and open heart surgery to open narrow arteries, restore blood flow to the heart, repair leaky heart valves and surgically correct chronic AFib. He starts by listening to understand you and your health concerns. Dr. Votapka works with you to create a personalized care plan. Dr. Votapka is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Carotid Artery Disease, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Votapka is board certified in The American Board Of Thoracic Surgery - Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery and American Board Of Thoracic Surgery, Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery. Dr. Votapka is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgical Associates, SC

    4400 W 95th St, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Greek
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Patroklos S. Pappas, MD, is an independent heart surgeon at Ascension Illinois in Oak Lawn near Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Pappas delivers minimally invasive heart care and open heart surgery to open narrow arteries, restore blood flow to the heart, repair leaky heart valves and surgically correct chronic AFib. He starts by listening to understand you and your health concerns. Dr. Pappas works with you to create a personalized care plan. Dr. Pappas is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatic Fever, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Aortic Dissection, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Pappas is board certified in The American Board Of Surgery - General Surgery, The American Board Of Thoracic Surgery - Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery, and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Pappas is currently accepting new patients.

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    When should I see a Thoracic Surgeon near Elgin, IL?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • 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 Thoracic Surgeon near Elgin, 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 Thoracic Surgeons near Elgin, 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 Thoracic Surgeons near Elgin, 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 Thoracic Surgeon in Elgin?

    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 Thoracic Surgeon search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Thoracic Surgeon?

    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 Thoracic Surgeon near Elgin, 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 Thoracic Surgeon?

    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 Thoracic Surgeon 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 Thoracic Surgeons near Elgin, IL?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Thoracic Surgeon 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 Thoracic Surgeon that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Thoracic Surgeon search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/07/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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