Summary

Dr. Brian Shortal is a cardiovascular disease specialist who earned his medical degree from Emory University School of Medicine. With three decades of experience in cardiology, he brings extensive expertise to the diagnosis and treatment of heart and vascular conditions. Dr. Shortal is fluent in both English and Spanish, helping him connect with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Shortal practices at multiple locations throughout the Chicago area, including Highland Park Hospital and facilities in Bannockburn, Glenview, Evanston, Arlington Heights, and Skokie. He specializes in treating high cholesterol conditions, including inherited lipid disorders and elevated cholesterol levels in children and teenagers. His diagnostic capabilities include performing heart rhythm tests, advanced heart imaging with contrast, and detailed ultrasound examinations of the heart. Patients consistently rate his care highly, giving him an average score of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 30 years of experience
  • 49 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Emory University School Of Medicine
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 17 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Brian Patrick Shortal has 6 locations

North Shore Cardiovascular Institute

2151 Waukegan Rd Ste 100Bannockburn, IL 60015
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Glenbrook Hospital

2100 Pfingsten RdGlenview, IL 60026

Evanston Hospital

2650 Ridge AveEvanston, IL 60201

Highland Park Hospital

777 Park Ave WHighland Park, IL 60035

Northwest Community Healthcare

800 W Central RdArlington Heights, IL 60005

Skokie Hospital

9600 Gross Point RdSkokie, IL 60076

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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.6 
4.3 
4.6 
30 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Polish, Spanish Speaks English, Polish, Spanish
Bannockburn , ILMaywood , ILMaywood , ILMaywood , IL
Med School: Emory University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Brian Patrick Shortal

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Advocate Health Care
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • CBA Blue
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Dean Health Plan
  • Devoted Health
  • ESSENCE Healthcare
  • Golden Rule
  • Healthlink
  • Healthlink - PPO
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Longevity Health Plan
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • North Shore LIJ CareConnect
  • North Shore LIJ CareConnect - IPA
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Pan-American Life Insurance Group
  • Provider Partners Health Plan
  • Simply Healthcare
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • WPS Health Plan
  • Zing Health
  • Zing Health - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Brian Patrick Shortal has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Brian Patrick Shortal has the following 17 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
  • Echocardiography
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Catheterization
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol
  • Holter monitoring
  • Hypertension
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

Dr. Brian Patrick Shortal 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

Medical School

Graduated from Emory University School Of Medicine in 1996.

NPI Number

Dr. Shortal's NPI number is 1356331961.

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Dr. Brian Shortal's office is located at 2151 Waukegan Rd Ste 100, Bannockburn, IL, 60015.
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Dr. Brian Shortal speaks English and Spanish.
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