Top Pediatricians in Illinois
Nothing I have ever encountered strikes fear into my heart like an injured or sick child. I am reasonably sure that all other parents out there feel the same way. I am sure you don’t want to just trust any doctor in Illinois with your children. You also likely are not willing to go through any trial and error with one of your own children as you would be willing to go through to find your own doctor.
A pediatrician is going to have to click with you and gain your trust before they see your child and I feel exactly the same way. Unlike many of our service listings, you do not want to wait to find a pediatrician until an emergency strikes. You want to have them on speed dial long before that. So now is the perfect time to use our Illinois are list of top recommended pediatricians and start interviewing them. Find the one who you would trust with your children. Don’t forget that people change over time and that can apply to not only your doctors but also your pediatricians. If any of our Illinois doctors have declined in their performance, please let us know! It is vital that we keep the below list updated with only the doctors that will care for your children as if they were their own. It is also a great idea to establish a pediatrician for short term work conditions even if they last less than a year. So if you will be stationed somewhere else, start researching area pediatricians now so you are as prepared as possible.
Aaron King, M.D., F.A.A.P.
Chicago, IL
Dr. King graduated from the University of Illinois and Rush Medical College. He is a Board Certified physician and completed his pediatric training at Rush Children’s Hospital. He is an Instructor of Clinical Pediatrics at the Northwestern University School of Medicine.
Claudine T. Gillison, MD, FAAP
Springfield, IL
Dr. Claudine Gillison completed her MD degree from the Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield, IL. She is also a proud member of the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Medical Association, and the Illinois State Medical Society.
Christine Janowiak, MD
Chicago, IL
Dr. Janowiak joined Lakeview Pediatrics in July 2010. She completed her residency in Pediatrics at Children’s Memorial Hospital in Chicago. In addition to being Board Certified in Pediatrics, Dr. J has a passion for working together with families on child behavior and development.
Mark Mcgranahan, MD
Caseyville, IL
Dr. Mark Mcgranahan completed his MD degree from Saint Louis University School of Medicine in 1997. He is currently in practice at A to Z pediatrics and is a Clinical Instructor at Washington University Department of Pediatrics as well.
Lori Eberhart, MD, FAAP
Caseyville, IL
Dr. Lori Eberhart of A to Z pediatrics graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine. She is also currently a Clinical Instructor at the Washington University Department of Pediatrics.
Gretchen S. Gibbs, MD, FAAP
Springfield, IL
Dr. Gibbs began at Springfield Clinic in December 2015 and has been practicing pediatric medicine since 2007. She provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment in all aspects of pediatric and adolescent medicine.
Virginia M. Dolan, M.D.
Springfield, IL
Dr. Virginia Dolan specializes in behavior problems, childhood and adolescent depression, as well as asthma and ear infections. She received her medical degree from the Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, where she also completed her residency in pediatrics.
Purvi P. Bhandari, MD, FAAP
Springfield , IL
Over the years, Dr. Bhandari has practiced pediatrics in Brooklyn, N.Y., and has been an urgent care pediatrician with the Children’s Hospital Colorado in Denver. Dr. Bhandari believes every child has the right to strive for and reach their greatest potential. She aims to provide a medical home and work with parents and families to overcome illness and any other issues as a team. Dr. Bhandari will work with you to monitor your child’s growth and development.
Dr. Donald K. Brown
Chicago, IL
Dr. Donald K. Brown practices general pediatrics on a full time basis in his Chicago office. He attended medical school at the University of Illinois College of Medicine and is currently in practice at Streeterville Pediatrics.
Leanne Bensko, M.D.
Chicago, IL
Dr. Leanne Bensko is a pediatric resident whose focus is on preventive care and obesity. She attended medical school at the University of Illinois at Chicago and is currently part of the Northwestern Children’s Practice team.
