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Dr. Michael Shao, MD

Vascular Surgery*
5.0 (28)
Map Pin Small Chicago, IL
Accepting new patients
21 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Michael Shao, MD

Dr. Michael Shao, MD is a Vascular Surgery Specialist in Chicago, IL. They specialize in Vascular Surgery, has 21 years of experience, and is board certified in Vascular Surgery. They graduated from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and is affiliated with Evanston Hospital and Swedish Hospital. Dr. Shao, completed a residency at University of Chicago Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Shao an average 5.0 star rating.

Dr. Shao works at NorthShore Medical Group in Chicago, IL. They frequently treat conditions like Varicose Veins and Lymphedema along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Shao's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Galter Medical Pavilion
    5140 N California Ave Ste 700, Chicago, IL 60625 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (773) 989-3957
  2. 2
    Swedish Covenant Wound Care Center
    2751 W Winona St, Chicago, IL 60625 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (773) 989-6202

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Evanston Hospital
  • Swedish Hospital

Experience & Treatment Frequency

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Varicose Veins
Lymphedema
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)

Treatment frequency



Many providers have expertise treating multiple conditions or procedures. FindCare uses a variety of data sources to determine which conditions or procedures a provider treats and their level of experience.
Varicose Veins
Lymphedema
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)
Aortic Aneurysm
Atherosclerosis
Carotid Artery Disease
Cerebrovascular Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Peripheral Arterial Disease of Extremities
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Peripheral Edema
Venous Insufficiency
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Arteriovenostomy for Renal Dialysis
Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) or Excision of Infected Graft
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Embolectomy Arterial
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Varicose Vein Procedure
Vascular Duplex Ultrasonography and Plethysmography
Venous Sclerotherapy
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Aneurysm
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Aortic Dissection
Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM)
Atherosclerosis of Aorta
Carotid Artery Stenosis
Cerebral Embolism
Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Chronic Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Congenital Heart Defects
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Embolism
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End-Stage Renal Disease
Iliac Aneurysm
Leg Venous Ulcer
Marfan Syndrome
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Artery Disease
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pulmonary Embolism
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Spider Veins
Thoracoabdominal Aortic Aneurysm
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Varicose Eczema
Vein Diseases
Venous Compression
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Venous Hypertension
Venous Reflux
Venous Ulcer
Ambulatory Phlebectomy
Angioplasty
Angioplasty Vertebral Vessels
Angioplasty With Stent Placement
Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
Arteriovenous Shunt Creation
Carotid Artery Stent Placement
Carotid Ultrasound
Dialysis Access Procedures
Embolectomy, Thrombectomy, or Vessel Exploration
Endovascular Aneurysm Repair
Endovascular Repair of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
Endovascular Repair of Aorta
Endovenous Ablation of Varicose Veins
Endovenous Laser Treatment
Endovenous Mechanochemical Ablation of Varicose Veins
In-Office Varicose Vein Procedure
Inferior Vena Cava Filter
Laser Treatment of Varicose Veins
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Peripheral Artery Bypass
Phlebectomy
Port Placements or Replacements
Radiofrequency Ablation
Radiofrequency Catheter Ablation
Removal of Arteriovenous Shunt for Renal Dialysis
Revision of Arteriovenous Shunt for Renal Dialysis
Stripping of Varicose Veins
Thromboendarterectomy or Excision of Infected Graft
Varicose Vein Ligation
Varicose Vein Surgery
Vascular Surgical Procedure
Vascular Transcatheter Embolization
Vein Ablation
Vena Cava Filter
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    About Dr. Michael Shao, MD

    Specialties*
    • Vascular Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 21 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Chinese and Mandarin
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    NPI Number
    • 1508196122
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • University of Chicago Medical Center
    Residency
    Internship
    • University Of Chicago Medical Center-General Surgery
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • MIT
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Vascular Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Michael Shao, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Shao is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Shao has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Shao works at NorthShore Medical Group in Chicago, IL. View the full address on Dr. Shao’s profile.

    Dr. Shao has seen patients for Varicose Veins and Lymphedema, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Shao on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    28 patients have reviewed Dr. Shao. The overall rating for this provider is 5.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Shao.

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