Brian Patrick Shortal, MD

Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine

Internal Medicine

Brian Patrick Shortal is a Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Bannockburn, IL with over 30 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(847) 444-5328Bannockburn, IL
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Patients across IL can see Brian Patrick Shortal, MD in person in Bannockburn or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at Emory University School of Medicine (class of 1996), he has been practicing for over 30 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 38% of reporting doctors in Illinois
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 145 Internal Medicine providers in ILSee all Internal Medicine in Bannockburn30+ years experienceNPI since 2005

Older · 1930dNPPES updated 2021-02-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation — Medical

Contact & Location

Practice Location

2151 Waukegan Rd Suite 100, Bannockburn, IL 60015-1885

Fax: (847) 267-0694
Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+3%)52%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+15%)47%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor

Atrial Fibrillation
Higher than avg (+16%)38%

An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke

US avg: 22%

↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-1%)33%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+3%)33%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor

Heart Failure
Higher than avg (+9%)31%

The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs

US avg: 22.5%

↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1996

    Emory University School of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Feb 7, 2021

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 30 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Cardiologists specialize in diagnosing and treating heart and blood vessel conditions including coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, valve disorders, and hypertension. They perform diagnostic procedures such as echocardiograms, stress tests, and cardiac catheterization.

Taxonomy: 207RC0000X

Education & Training

Emory University School of Medicine (Class of 1996)

Virtual Cardiovascular Disease Care With Brian Patrick Shortal

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Brian Patrick Shortal for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Bannockburn required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brian Patrick Shortal

Dr. Shortal is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Bannockburn, IL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (847) 444-5328.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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