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Dr. T K. Venkatesan, MD

(Dr. T. K. Venkatesan, M.D.)

(2 Ratings)

Specializes in: Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose, and Throat)

Rush Medical College

Professional interests include: sinus problems, neck surgery, head and neck cancer, and more.

3000 North Halsted Street Suite 400
Chicago, IL 60657

(773) 296-5500

Dr. T K. Venkatesan, MD is an otolaryngologist in Chicago, IL specializing in otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat). He graduated from Rush Medical College. Dr. T K. Venkatesan, MD is affiliated with Advocate Health Care, Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Thorek Memorial Hospital, Ascension, Ascension Saint Joseph - Chicago, Ascension Saint Francis, HEAD AND NECK COSMETIC SURGERY ASSOCIATES LLC and Ascension Saint Mary - Chicago.

Office Locations

Address:

2222 W. Division Street Suite 330
Chicago, IL 60622

Address:

2522 West Peterson Avenue
Chicago, IL 60659

Address:

30 N Michigan Avenue #1107
Chicago, IL 60602

Address:

3000 North Halsted Street Suite 400
Chicago, IL 60657

Address:

3340 South Oak Park Avenue Suite 204
Berwyn, IL 60402

Address:

5140 North California Suite 600
Chicago, IL 60625

Address:

840 W. Irving Park Road
Chicago, IL 60613

Some issues Dr. T K. Venkatesan, MD can help you with:

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
Goiter
Thyroid nodule
Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

airway management	32
CT scan	159
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	100
diagnostic procedures	149
dissection	14
doctor visit	1134
ear procedures	23
endocrine surgery	26
excision	114
eye procedures	12
gynecologic procedures	100
hospital care	38
inpatient care	38
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	202
lymph node procedures	14
minimally invasive procedures	385
neck imaging	53
neck surgery	14
nose surgery	183
nosebleed treatment	40
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	100
sleep study	63
thoracic (chest) imaging	20
thoracic (chest) surgery procedures	25

**Gender**
Male	360
Female	465

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	337
Black	142
Hispanic	306
Asian	29
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	339
From 75 to 84	219
85 and over	76
Less than 65	191

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	40
Dementia	12
Cancer	10

ablation	57
CT scan	101
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	72
diagnostic procedures	80
doctor visit	977
ear procedures	100
excision	71
gynecologic procedures	72
hospital care	13
inpatient care	13
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	181
minimally invasive procedures	317
minor procedures	57
neck imaging	27
nose surgery	194
nosebleed treatment	89
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	72
thoracic (chest) imaging	10
thoracic (chest) surgery procedures	10

**Gender**
Male	311
Female	423

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	312
Black	104
Hispanic	272
Asian	31
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	307
From 75 to 84	209
85 and over	64
Less than 65	154

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	41
Dementia	12
Cancer	7

CT scan	79
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	37
diagnostic procedures	48
doctor visit	995
ear procedures	101
excision	36
gynecologic procedures	37
hospital care	22
inpatient care	22
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	201
minimally invasive procedures	278
neck imaging	17
nose surgery	77
nosebleed treatment	41
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	37
thoracic (chest) surgery procedures	13

**Gender**
Male	628
Female	866

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	558
Black	230
Hispanic	590
Asian	74
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	624
From 75 to 84	366
85 and over	176
Less than 65	328

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	21
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	41
Dementia	14
Cancer	8

CT scan	48
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	35
diagnostic procedures	102
doctor visit	866
ear procedures	195
excision	34
gynecologic procedures	35
hospital care	18
inpatient care	18
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	217
minimally invasive procedures	295
nose surgery	78
nosebleed treatment	28
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	35
thoracic (chest) surgery procedures	13

**Gender**
Male	285
Female	395

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	241
Black	96
Hispanic	295
Asian	32
Other	16
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	294
From 75 to 84	183
85 and over	80
Less than 65	123

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	25
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	43
Dementia	13
Cancer	8

CT scan	32
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	29
diagnostic procedures	114
doctor visit	823
ear procedures	257
excision	28
gastrointestinal procedures	31
gynecologic procedures	29
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	235
minimally invasive procedures	307
nose surgery	58
nosebleed treatment	30
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	29

**Gender**
Male	268
Female	372

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	241
Black	88
Hispanic	271
Asian	20
Other	20
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	283
From 75 to 84	171
85 and over	66
Less than 65	120

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	40
Dementia	10
Cancer	7

CT scan	41
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	59
diagnostic procedures	96
doctor visit	977
ear procedures	266
excision	58
gastrointestinal procedures	23
gynecologic procedures	59
hospital care	19
inpatient care	19
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	252
minimally invasive procedures	375
nose surgery	112
nosebleed treatment	37
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	59

**Gender**
Male	332
Female	422

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	292
Black	70
Hispanic	335
Asian	29
Other	28
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	324
From 75 to 84	217
85 and over	80
Less than 65	133

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	37
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	42
Dementia	12
Cancer	8

CT scan	40
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	39
diagnostic procedures	68
doctor visit	868
ear procedures	242
excision	38
gastrointestinal procedures	8
gynecologic procedures	39
hospital care	11
inpatient care	11
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	204
minimally invasive procedures	260
nose surgery	56
nosebleed treatment	18
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	39

**Gender**
Male	283
Female	406

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	245
Black	79
Hispanic	312
Asian	31
Other	22
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	287
From 75 to 84	210
85 and over	76
Less than 65	116

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	41
Dementia	10
Cancer	10

CT scan	29
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	42
diagnostic procedures	52
doctor visit	721
ear procedures	49
excision	41
gynecologic procedures	42
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	116
minimally invasive procedures	200
nose surgery	84
nosebleed treatment	27
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	42

**Gender**
Male	242
Female	323

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	226
Black	61
Hispanic	227
Asian	25
Other	26
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	240
From 75 to 84	178
85 and over	62
Less than 65	85

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	42
Dementia	11
Cancer	12

ablation	36
CT scan	93
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	103
diagnostic procedures	100
doctor visit	1710
excision	102
gastrointestinal procedures	127
gynecologic procedures	103
hospital care	34
inpatient care	34
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	267
minimally invasive procedures	509
minor procedures	36
nose surgery	215
nosebleed treatment	89
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	103

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. T K. Venkatesan, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. T K. Venkatesan, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Chicago, IL were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, ear procedures and nose surgery.

ablation	46
airway management	32
CT scan	72
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	57
diagnostic procedures	91
dissection	14
doctor visit	1008
ear procedures	154
endocrine surgery	26
excision	58
eye procedures	12
gastrointestinal procedures	48
gynecologic procedures	57
hospital care	22
inpatient care	22
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	208
lymph node procedures	14
minimally invasive procedures	326
minor procedures	46
neck imaging	33
neck surgery	14
nose surgery	118
nosebleed treatment	45
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	57
sleep study	63
thoracic (chest) imaging	15
thoracic (chest) surgery procedures	15

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. T K. Venkatesan, MD.

**Gender**
Female	367
Male	270

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	87
Asian / Pacific Islander	27
Non-Hispanic White	245
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	260
Other	11

**Age**
85 and over	68
75 to 84	175
Less than 65	125
65 to 74	269

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. T K. Venkatesan, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. T K. Venkatesan, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	56
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	13
Osteoporosis	8
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	33
Atrial Fibrillation	6
Cancer	7
Dementia	9

Education & Training

Dr. T K. Venkatesan, MD graduated from Rush Medical College. He completed residency at Beth Israel Medical Center, New York. He is certified by the The American Board of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery - Otolaryngology and has a state license in Illinois.

Medical School: Rush Medical College

Residency: Beth Israel Medical Center, New York

Board Certification: The American Board of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery - Otolaryngology

Licensed In: Illinois

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. T K. Venkatesan, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Advocate Health Care

Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center

Thorek Memorial Hospital

Ascension

Ascension Saint Joseph - Chicago

Ascension Saint Francis

HEAD AND NECK COSMETIC SURGERY ASSOCIATES LLC

Ascension Saint Mary - Chicago

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. T K. Venkatesan, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: HFN, Blue Advantage PPO, Humana PPO, Aetna Medicare PPO, PHCS PPO, United Healthcare Choice Plus PPO, Aetna Choice POS II, Medicare Advantage, MultiPlan PPO, Blue Cross PPO, AARP, CIGNA Choice Fund PPO, Blue Advantage HMO, Blue Cross Medicare Advantage PPO, United Healthcare Select Plus POS, Coventry PPO, United Healthcare Options PPO, United Healthcare Indemnity, Humana National POS - Open Access, United Healthcare Choice Plus POS, Humana HMO, Aetna, Humana HMO Premier, Unicare PPO, Golden Rule, Humana Platinum HMO, TRICARE Prime, Aetna POS, Aetna QPOS, United Healthcare, Aetna Open Choice PPO, Aetna Open Access HMO, Humana, Cigna, Community Care Network (CCN), TRICARE, Coventry, Aetna Open Access Aetna Select, Aetna Select, Humana National HMO, Humana National EPO, HealthLink PPO, Aetna Choice POS, United Healthcare Navigate HMO, Aetna EPO, First Health, Humana ChoiceCare PPO, Aetna PPO, HFN EPO, Aetna HMO, HFN PPO, HFN Platinum EPO, Union Health Services, Inc., HST Care Connect PPO, Blue Cross Medicare Supplement PPO, United Surest (previously Bind), Blue Cross Community MMAI, Health Alliance Employee EPO, AAH UMR Select - Team Member Plan, HST Care Connect EPO, SEIU - Local 4 HMO, Meridian, SEIU - Local 4 PPO, Union Medical Care PPO, Blue Precision HMO, Union Medical (Local 1546) HMO, BlueCare Direct HMO, Blue Cross HMO Illinois and AAH UMR Preferred - Team Member Plan.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. T K. Venkatesan, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

HFN

Blue Advantage PPO

Humana PPO

Aetna Medicare PPO

PHCS PPO

United Healthcare Choice Plus PPO

Aetna Choice POS II

Medicare Advantage

MultiPlan PPO

Blue Cross PPO

AARP

CIGNA Choice Fund PPO

Blue Advantage HMO

Blue Cross Medicare Advantage PPO

United Healthcare Select Plus POS

Coventry PPO

United Healthcare Options PPO

United Healthcare Indemnity

Humana National POS - Open Access

United Healthcare Choice Plus POS

Humana HMO

Aetna

Humana HMO Premier

Unicare PPO

Golden Rule

Humana Platinum HMO

TRICARE Prime

Aetna POS

Aetna QPOS

United Healthcare

Aetna Open Choice PPO

Aetna Open Access HMO

Humana

Cigna

Community Care Network (CCN)

TRICARE

Coventry

Aetna Open Access Aetna Select

Aetna Select

Humana National HMO

Humana National EPO

HealthLink PPO

Aetna Choice POS

United Healthcare Navigate HMO

Aetna EPO

First Health

Humana ChoiceCare PPO

Aetna PPO

HFN EPO

Aetna HMO

HFN PPO

HFN Platinum EPO

Union Health Services, Inc.

HST Care Connect PPO

Blue Cross Medicare Supplement PPO

United Surest (previously Bind)

Blue Cross Community MMAI

Health Alliance Employee EPO

AAH UMR Select - Team Member Plan

HST Care Connect EPO

SEIU - Local 4 HMO

Meridian

SEIU - Local 4 PPO

Union Medical Care PPO

Blue Precision HMO

Union Medical (Local 1546) HMO

BlueCare Direct HMO

Blue Cross HMO Illinois

AAH UMR Preferred - Team Member Plan

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Ratings & Reviews

Dr. T K. Venkatesan, MD has an average of 1.5 out of 5 stars based on 2 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. T K. Venkatesan, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Chicago, IL.

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Overall Rating: 2.0 2020-08-26

I went to see this doctor sometime in june.
I came to the doctor with a problem that i have been dealing with for already 4 years. What he did - simply prescribed "A SPREY" !!! For something he did not even check or tried to run a test why i have that problem for so long. I feel disappointing about paying for his service and not getting proper attention and health check.

General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. T K. Venkatesan, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Acclarent, Inc	$366 TruDi Nav Cable $223	RELIEVA CIRCA Ethmoid Punch $78	Rhinology $52	ACCLARENT AERA Eustachian Tube Balloon Dilation System $14
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.	$103 NUCALA $103
Stryker Corporation	$80 ENTELLUS - XPRESS ENT DILATION SYSTEM $64	ENTELLUS - MINIFESS SURGICAL INSTRUMENT SETS $16
Alcon Laboratories Inc	$79 Patanase $50	Pazeo $15	Pataday $14
CryoLife, Inc.	$77 PerClot $77
Other	$531 DUPIXENT $59	TULA $51	Propel $33	Inspire $29	ENT Sinus $25	Other $334

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$1,237

Research Payments

Dr. T K. Venkatesan, MD has received 19 research payments totaling $179,893.

Biography

Dr. Tk Venkatesan's area of specialization is otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat). Areas of particular interest for Dr. Venkatesan include sinus problems and neck surgery. He is affiliated with Ascension, Thorek Memorial Hospital, and Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center. He is an in-network provider for several insurance carriers, including Aetna EPO, Blue California, and Coventry. Before performing his residency at Beth Israel Medical Center and Rush University Medical Center, Dr. Venkatesan attended Madras Medical College for medical school. Dr. Venkatesan (or staff) speaks Spanish and Tamil.