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About Rush Neurosurgery in Chicago
Rush Neurosurgery in Chicago provides advanced surgical care for a range of brain, spine and cerebrovascular conditions.
- Unmatched experience: Rush University Medical Center consistently performs the highest number of neurosurgeries in the Chicago area. Our experts have performed thousands of procedures and are skilled at handling the most complex cases.
- Leading experts: Rush's neurologists and neurosurgeons are among the best doctors in Chicago. Many Rush neurology experts are named "Top Doctors" by Castle Connolly, a recognition voted on by fellow doctors for exceptional patient care.
- Advanced surgical options: Our surgeons are trained in the latest surgical options for brain tumors, movement disorders, epilepsy and more. At Rush, you’ll have access to groundbreaking research, including clinical trials.
- Specialized care: If your condition is complex, you’ll receive post-surgical care in the neuroscience intensive care unit. Our specialized teams will guide you through recovery. Our neurosurgeons collaborate with neurologists, neuroradiologists, critical care nurses and other specialists to address the full scope of your condition.
- Among the best in the U.S.: U.S. News & World Report ranks Rush University Medical Center among the top hospitals in the country for neurology.
Our Doctors and Specialists
Katherine Heidt, NP, DNP
Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse PractitionerLocations
- Chicago, IL
Stephan Munich, MD
Neurological SurgeryLocations
- Chicago, IL
- Munster, IN
- Oak Brook, IL
Lorenzo F. Muñoz, MD
Neurological SurgeryLocations
- Chicago, IL
- Oak Brook, IL
- Lisle, IL
- Glenview, IL
John E. O'Toole, MD, MS
Neurological SurgeryLocations
- Chicago, IL
- Lisle, IL
- Glenview, IL
Shama Patel, NP, DNP
Family Nurse PractitionerLocations
- Chicago, IL
- Oak Brook, IL
Carrie Picchietti, NP
Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse PractitionerLocations
- Chicago, IL
- Oak Brook, IL
Sepehr Sani, MD
Neurological SurgeryLocations
- Chicago, IL
- Oak Brook, IL
- Glenview, IL
Elizabeth Schmelzle, NP, DNP
Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse PractitionerLocations
- Chicago, IL
- Oak Brook, IL
Andrea Whedon, NP, RN
Family Nurse PractitionerLocations
- Chicago, IL
- Oak Brook, IL
Margaret Yesko, NP
Adult Nurse PractitionerLocations
- Chicago, IL
- Oak Brook, IL
- Lisle, IL
Our Doctors and Specialists
Katherine Heidt, NP, DNP
Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse PractitionerLocations
- Chicago, IL
Stephan Munich, MD
Neurological SurgeryLocations
- Chicago, IL
- Munster, IN
- Oak Brook, IL
Lorenzo F. Muñoz, MD
Neurological SurgeryLocations
- Chicago, IL
- Oak Brook, IL
- Lisle, IL
- Glenview, IL
John E. O'Toole, MD, MS
Neurological SurgeryLocations
- Chicago, IL
- Lisle, IL
- Glenview, IL
Shama Patel, NP, DNP
Family Nurse PractitionerLocations
- Chicago, IL
- Oak Brook, IL
Carrie Picchietti, NP
Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse PractitionerLocations
- Chicago, IL
- Oak Brook, IL
Sepehr Sani, MD
Neurological SurgeryLocations
- Chicago, IL
- Oak Brook, IL
- Glenview, IL
Elizabeth Schmelzle, NP, DNP
Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse PractitionerLocations
- Chicago, IL
- Oak Brook, IL
Andrea Whedon, NP, RN
Family Nurse PractitionerLocations
- Chicago, IL
- Oak Brook, IL
Margaret Yesko, NP
Adult Nurse PractitionerLocations
- Chicago, IL
- Oak Brook, IL
- Lisle, IL
Rush University Medical Center Ranked Among the Best in the U.S.
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Services Offered at Rush Neurosurgery in Chicago
Parking at Rush Neurosurgery in Chicago
Rush Neurosurgery is in the Joan and Paul Rubschlager Building. A parking garage is attached to the building. To access the parking garage, please enter off the Congress Parkway entrance to the east of Ashland.
If you are being dropped off, please enter the Rubschlager Building at 1520 W. Harrison St. Valet parking is also available at the main entrance.
You can find more information, including parking rates, on our parking page.
Public Transportation to Rush Neurosurgery in Chicago
There are several public transportation options near Rush University Medical Center.
Two Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) train stations are adjacent to the Rush campus:
The following CTA bus routes stop at or near Rush:
- #7 Harrison (weekdays)
- #9 Ashland (weekdays and weekends)
- #126 Jackson (weekdays and weekends)
- #157 Streeterville/Taylor (weekdays)
You can also take PACE Route 755, which provides weekday, rush-hour service between Plainfield and Chicago. Inbound buses stop at Harrison and Paulina Streets in the morning, and outbound buses stop in the afternoon.
You can find more information on our public transportation page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Call (888) 352-7874 to make an appointment with Rush Neurosurgery. You can also request an appointment online.
You can call (888) 352-7874 to make an appointment with Rush Neurosurgery. If you need to contact the office, call (312) 942-6644.
Rush providers accept many insurance plans. Please check with your insurer to make sure the location or provider you plan to visit is in-network before your appointment, as accepted insurance plans can change without notice. You can find more general information on our insurance page.
Rush neurosurgeons treat a wide range of brain and spine conditions, including brain tumors, Parkinson’s disease, epilepsy, spinal stenosis, Chiari malformation, skull base tumors and more.
Your first visit will depend on your symptoms and condition. Generally, your provider will ask you about your symptoms and medical history. They will order necessary tests and imaging and help develop a treatment plan for you.
Rush Neurology - Chicago Rubschlager Building
1520 W Harrison St
Joan and Paul Rubschlager Building - 7th Floor
Chicago, IL 60607
Office
(312) 942-4500
Rush Neurosurgery - Aurora
2040 Ogden Ave
Suite 300
Aurora, IL 60504
Office
(630) 978-6770
Rush Neurology Movement Disorder - Aurora
2040 Ogden Ave
Suite 303
Aurora, IL 60504
Office
(312) 942-4500
Rush Neurology - Chicago Rubschlager Building
1520 W Harrison St
Joan and Paul Rubschlager Building - 7th Floor
Chicago, IL 60607
Office
(312) 942-4500
Rush Neurosurgery - Aurora
2040 Ogden Ave
Suite 300
Aurora, IL 60504
Office
(630) 978-6770
Rush Neurology Movement Disorder - Aurora
2040 Ogden Ave
Suite 303
Aurora, IL 60504
Office
(312) 942-4500
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