Summary

Sandi Lam, MD, is a fellowship-trained pediatric neurosurgeon specializing in the care of patients of all ages with pediatric or congenital problems. Her clinical expertise includes the full spectrum of pediatric neurosurgical disorders. Her specific interests include epilepsy surgery, brain and spinal tumors, neurovascular anomalies, endoscopic neurosurgery, and congenital anomalies of the central nervous system, including spina bifida and tethered cord syndrome. Dr. Lam also has a specific clinical and research interest in syringomyelia and Chiari malformation, having received research funding in this area.

Quick Facts

  • 4.9
  • 24 years of experience
  • 19 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Sandi Karen Lam has 2 locations

Ann And Robert H Lurie Childrens Hospital

225 E Chicago AveChicago, IL 60611

The University Of Chicago Medicine

5841 S Maryland AveChicago, IL 60637

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Dr. Sandi Karen Lam, MDDr. Vikram Clifford Prabhu, MDDr. Anil K Gulati, MDDr. Carol Marie Bier-Laning, MD
NeurosurgeryNeurosurgeryNeurologyOtolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
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24 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Chicago , ILMaywood , ILChicago , ILZion , IL
Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine Med School: Jawaharlal Inst Of Post-Graduate Medical Education And Research (Jipmer) Med School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Sandi Karen Lam

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Cigna
  • HealthPartners
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford

Medical Specialties

Dr. Sandi Karen Lam has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Sandi Karen Lam has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Brain Surgery
  • Brain Tumor
  • Craniotomy
  • Glioblastoma
  • Laminectomy
  • Stroke

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

Dr. Sandi Karen Lam 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 Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine in 2002.

NPI Number

Dr. Lam's NPI number is 1699913343.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Sandi Lam accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Sandi Lam accept my insurance?
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What languages does Dr. Sandi Lam speak?
Dr. Sandi Lam speaks English and Spanish.
Where is Dr. Sandi Lam's office located?
Dr. Sandi Lam's office is located at 225 E Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL, 60611.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sandi Lam affiliated with?
Dr. Sandi Lam is affiliated with Texas Childrens Hospital.

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