Summary

Dr. Allen Carlins is an otolaryngology-head and neck surgery specialist who has been practicing medicine for 39 years. He earned his medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his residency training at both the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago in 1989 and McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University in 1992. Dr. Carlins is fluent in English and Spanish.

Dr. Carlins is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital and practices at multiple locations throughout Illinois, including Grayslake, Evanston, Glenview, and Lake Forest. He specializes in treating ear conditions such as ruptured eardrums, hearing loss, and earwax buildup. His expertise includes performing earwax removal procedures and sleep studies. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.2 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.2
  • 39 years of experience
  • 10 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Allen H. Carlins has 4 locations

Northwestern Medicine ENT Grayslake

1475 E Belvidere Rd Pavilion A, Ste 201Grayslake, IL 60030

Northwestern Medical Group

800 N Westmoreland Rd Ste 102Lake Forest, IL 60045

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Otolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryPlastic SurgeryNurse PractitionerNurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.2 
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39 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Russian, Spanish
Grayslake , ILArlington Heights , ILKenosha , WIVERNON HILLS , IL
Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine Med School: Southern Illinois University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Allen H. Carlins

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Allen H. Carlins has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Allen H. Carlins has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Allergies
  • Chronic Sinusitis
  • Deviated Septum
  • Facial Trauma
  • Hearing Loss
  • Otolaryngology-Head And Neck Surgery
  • Polyps
  • Smell Disorders
  • Swallowing Disorders
  • Tumors

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

Allen H. Carlins holds an expired medical license in the state of Illinois.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Illinois that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University in 1992 and University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago in 1989.

Medical School

Graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in 1987.

NPI Number

Allen H. Carlins' NPI number is 1073547469.

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Which hospitals is Allen Carlins affiliated with?
Allen Carlins is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital.
Does Allen Carlins accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Does Allen Carlins accept my insurance?
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Where is Allen Carlins's office located?
Allen Carlins's office is located at 1475 E Belvidere Rd Pavilion A, Ste 201, Grayslake, IL, 60030.

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