Name: Dr. Cherie R. Gilleon,

Specialty: Family Medicine (General Family Medicine)

Qualification/Board Certification: DO – College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific; IL State Medical License (Active through 2026)

Affiliation(s): Gilleon Health S.C.

Locations (City/State): Chicago, Illinois

Languages Spoken: English

Accepting New Patients: Yes

NPI Number: 1962638148

About the Doctor

Dr. Cherie R. Gilleon is a highly regarded family medicine physician based in Chicago, Illinois, with 11 to 20 years of experience providing comprehensive primary care to patients of all ages. She earned her medical degree from the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific and completed her Family Medicine Residency at AMITA Health (2007–2010). Dr. Gilleon owns and operates her own practice, Gilleon Health S.C., located on Milwaukee Avenue in Chicago, where she delivers personalized, patient-centered care in a welcoming and attentive environment.

Dr. Gilleon is exceptionally well-regarded by her patients, holding an outstanding overall rating of 4.8 out of 5 based on 312 verified reviews. She has earned numerous patient experience awards, including Patients’ Top Choice, Patients Recommend, Makes Time for Patients, Listens Attentively, Clearly Explains, Performs Thorough Exams, and Great Bedside Manner — reflecting her deep commitment to compassionate, thorough, and communicative care. She has particular expertise in managing hypertension, spinal stenosis, spondylosis, and diabetes, among other conditions. Dr. Gilleon holds an active Illinois State Medical License through 2026 and is currently accepting new patients.

Highlights at a glance:

• 11–20 years of experience in general family medicine
• Osteopathic-trained physician with a whole-body, patient-first approach
• Owner and sole practitioner at Gilleon Health S.C.
• 4.8/5 overall patient rating based on 312 reviews
• Seven patient experience awards including Patients’ Top Choice and Great Bedside Manner
• Expertise in hypertension, diabetes, spinal conditions, and chronic disease management
• Active Illinois State Medical License through 2026
• Currently accepting new patients

Education & Training

• Medical School: College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific
• Residency: Family Medicine – AMITA Health (2007–2010)
• Fellowship/Additional Training: General Family Medicine subspecialty focus

Medical Conditions Treated

• Hypertension (high blood pressure)
• Type 2 diabetes and blood sugar management
• High cholesterol and lipid disorders
• Spinal stenosis and spondylosis
• Asthma and allergic conditions
• Obesity and weight management
• Thyroid disorders
• Anxiety and depression
• Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
• Upper respiratory infections and sinusitis
• Arthritis and joint pain
• Skin conditions (rashes, eczema, dermatitis)
• Gastrointestinal disorders (GERD, IBS, constipation)
• Anemia and nutritional deficiencies
• Preventive care and chronic disease monitoring

Medical Procedures Performed

• Comprehensive adult and pediatric physical examinations
• Routine immunizations and vaccinations
• Preventive health screenings (blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, cancer)
• In-office laboratory testing and diagnostic workups
• Chronic disease monitoring and medication management
• EKG and basic cardiac assessments
• Pap smears and women’s health screenings
• Sports and school physicals
• Minor wound care and suturing
• Referral coordination to specialists
• Weight management consultations
• Mental health screenings and referrals

Services Offered

Dr. Gilleon provides a full range of family medicine services designed to meet the health needs of patients across all stages of life — from children and adolescents to adults and seniors. Her practice is built on the principles of attentive listening, clear communication, and thorough evaluation, ensuring every patient feels heard, informed, and well cared for.

Preventive Care & Wellness:

Dr. Gilleon places a strong emphasis on preventive medicine, conducting routine wellness exams, age-appropriate screenings, and immunizations in alignment with national health guidelines. She works proactively with patients to identify risk factors early and implement lifestyle and medical strategies to prevent chronic disease.

Chronic Disease Management:

For patients living with ongoing conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, or spinal disorders, Dr. Gilleon develops individualized long-term management plans. She monitors disease progression, adjusts medications as needed, and provides continuous education to help patients take an active role in their own health.

Acute & Sick Care:

Dr. Gilleon evaluates and treats a wide variety of acute illnesses including infections, respiratory conditions, skin disorders, and gastrointestinal complaints, providing prompt and effective care to get patients feeling better quickly.

Women’s Health:

Dr. Gilleon provides essential women’s health services including pap smears, breast health counseling, and reproductive health guidance as part of her comprehensive primary care offering.

Mental Health Support:

Recognizing the connection between mental and physical health, Dr. Gilleon screens for anxiety, depression, and other behavioral health concerns, providing initial treatment and coordinating referrals to mental health specialists when appropriate.

Services at a glance:

• Annual wellness exams and routine physicals
• Immunizations and preventive screenings
• Chronic disease management (hypertension, diabetes, cholesterol, spinal conditions)
• Acute illness and sick visits
• Women’s health services (Pap smears, reproductive health)
• Mental health screenings and referrals
• Weight management and nutritional counseling
• Sports and school physicals
• In-office laboratory testing
• Pediatric and adult primary care
• Medication management and prescription services
• Specialist referral coordination

Accepted Insurances

• Aetna – EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO
• Cigna – PPO
• Elevance (formerly Anthem) – EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO
• Molina – HMO, Medicare
• Regence Health Plans – PPO
• United Healthcare – HMO, POS, PPO

Please contact the practice directly to confirm your specific plan is accepted before scheduling an appointment.

Practice Locations

Location 1 Address: 2831 N. Milwaukee Ave., First Floor, Chicago, IL 60618 Phone: (773) 832-8700

Hospital Affiliations

No hospital affiliations are currently listed in the available records. Please contact Gilleon Health S.C. directly for the most up-to-date affiliation information.