Best Aviation Medical Examiners in Illinois (2026)

The 10 highest ranked AME offices in Illinois, picked from 16 offices we reviewed across 4 metro areas.

Updated How we rankFree for pilots

This page lists the top Aviation Medical Examiners in Illinois for 2026. The list is based on pilot reviews and whether the practice focuses on aviation. It covers Chicago, Naperville, Rockford, and Peoria.

Pilots can use this statewide list to compare AMEs across Illinois. Then visit the city page for your metro area to see local details. You can check the FAA Designee Locator to confirm an AME is current. Call the office to ask about price and what to bring. Prices and schedules can change.

AMEs by city in Illinois

Top 10 AMEs in Illinois

  1. 1

    Robert L Noven M.D.

    Aviation-focused practiceMedical examinerChicago area

    Robert L Noven M.D. is in Chicago and is aviation focused. This practice has a 5.0 Google rating from 161 reviews.

    5.0 Google rating (161 reviews)
    111 N Wabash Ave Ste 1116, Chicago, IL 60602
    0.4 mi from downtown
  2. 2

    Pilot Physician (Dr Gilberto Munoz & Dr Teresa Cvengros)

    Aviation-focused practiceMedical clinicChicago area

    Pilot Physician, with Dr Gilberto Munoz and Dr Teresa Cvengros, is in Chicago and is aviation focused. It has a 4.4 Google rating from 21 reviews.

    4.4 Google rating (21 reviews)
    2845 N Sheridan Rd #907, Chicago, IL 60657
    3.9 mi from downtownOpen 5 weekdays plus Saturday
  3. 3

    Reinhart Aviation Medical

    Aviation-focused practiceMedical clinicPeoria area

    Reinhart Aviation Medical is in Peoria and is aviation focused. This practice has a 5.0 Google rating from 3 reviews.

    5.0 Google rating (3 reviews)
    1320 W Bird Blvd, Peoria, IL 61615
    7.2 mi from downtown
  4. 4

    Dr Bruce Chien

    Aviation-focused practiceMedical examinerNaperville area

    Dr Bruce Chien is in Bolingbrook and is aviation focused. This practice has a 5.0 Google rating from 14 reviews.

    5.0 Google rating (14 reviews)
    Bolingbrook, IL 60490
    3.9 mi from downtown
  5. 5

    Danielle Deboer, APN

    Call to confirm AME statusNurse practitionerNaperville area

    Danielle Deboer, APN is in Naperville and is not aviation focused. This practice has a 5.0 Google rating from 77 reviews.

    5.0 Google rating (77 reviews)
    100 Spalding Dr, Naperville, IL 60540
    0.7 mi from downtown
  6. 6

    The Center for Primary Care and Sports Medicine

    Call to confirm AME statusMedical clinicNaperville area

    The Center for Primary Care and Sports Medicine is in Aurora and is not aviation focused. It has a 4.9 Google rating from 795 reviews.

    4.9 Google rating (795 reviews)
    3965 75th St, Aurora, IL 60504
    3.3 mi from downtownOpen 5 weekdays
  7. 7

    Dr. Niko Keys

    Call to confirm AME statusPhysical examination centerChicago area

    Dr. Niko Keys is in Chicago and is not aviation focused. This practice has a 5.0 Google rating from 13 reviews.

    5.0 Google rating (13 reviews)
    8501 W Higgins Rd Ste 260, Chicago, IL 60631
    13.1 mi from downtownOpen 5 weekdays
  8. 8

    Aerospace Medicine

    Aviation-focused practiceMedical clinicChicago area

    Aerospace Medicine is in Des Plaines and is aviation focused. This listing has no Google rating or review count in the data.

    No Google rating yet
    2300 Devon Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018
    15 mi from downtown
  9. 9

    Aeomedical Doctor

    Aviation-focused practiceMedical clinicNaperville area

    Aeomedical Doctor is in Bolingbrook and is aviation focused. This listing has no Google rating or review count in the data.

    No Google rating yet
    106 Clow International Pkwy, Bolingbrook, IL 60490
    3.9 mi from downtown
  10. 10

    Preventive Medical Associates: Hardeep Arora, MD

    Call to confirm AME statusInternistNaperville area

    Preventive Medical Associates with Hardeep Arora, MD is in Naperville and is not aviation focused. It has a 4.7 Google rating from 9 reviews.

    4.7 Google rating (9 reviews)
    1309 Macom Dr #103, Naperville, IL 60564
    3.1 mi from downtownOpen 5 weekdays plus Saturday

Getting an FAA medical in Illinois

How do I find a current AME in Illinois?

Use the FAA Designee Locator to find current Aviation Medical Examiners. The list on this page can help you compare options in Chicago, Naperville, Rockford, and Peoria. Always confirm the AME is active with the FAA before you book. Call the office to ask about price, hours, and what to bring.

What should I do before my FAA medical exam in Illinois?

Fill out FAA Form 8500-8 online in MedXPress and bring the confirmation number. The MedXPress application stays valid for 60 days. Answer questions truthfully because answering falsely is a federal offense. Also bring glasses or contacts if you use them and a list of your medicines. Call the clinic if you are unsure what to bring.

What if the AME cannot issue my certificate in Illinois?

The AME can deny or defer your case. A deferral sends the file to the FAA Aerospace Medical Certification Division in Oklahoma City or a Regional Flight Surgeon. Reviews can take weeks or months. Ask the AME what to expect. For some conditions, Special Issuance or an AME Assisted Special Issuance may apply. Confirm details with the FAA.

Do all Illinois AMEs charge the same fee?

No. AMEs set their own fees. Prices vary by city and class. This page does not list prices. Call the office for the current price and payment options before you book. Ask if there are extra fees for paperwork or follow up visits. Confirm the total cost before your exam.

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