About
Dr. Christopher Donohoe brings over 20 years of pediatric experience to his role as Co-Founder and Chief Medical Officer at Donohoe Pediatrics. His academic path began with a BS in Mathematics from the University of Notre Dame and an MS in Environmental Engineering from the University of Illinois, where he worked as an engineer before pursuing medicine. He earned his MD from Northwestern University School of Medicine in 2001, earning induction into Alpha Omega Alpha, and completed his pediatric residency at Children's Memorial Hospital, now Lurie Children's Hospital, in 2004. He holds a faculty appointment at Lurie Children's Hospital and serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine.
Early in his career, Dr. Donohoe spent four years as the sole pediatrician serving an underserved clinic in Milwaukee through the National Health Service Corps. There, he rebuilt a struggling vaccination program and launched a book donation initiative for families. He spent eight subsequent years in private practice in Chicago before founding Donohoe Pediatrics in 2016. He firmly believes that a thorough history and a comprehensive physical exam remain the foundation of excellent care. Outside medicine, he enjoys reading, building furniture, and spending time with his wife Joy and their three children in North Center.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Notre Dame, BS Mathematics (1993)
Medical School
Northwestern University School of Medicine, MD (2001)
Residency
Pediatric residency, Children's Memorial Hospital (now Lurie Children's Hospital), completed 2004
Additional Training
University of Illinois, MS Environmental Engineering (1995); Alpha Omega Alpha honor society inductee; Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine; Faculty appointment, Lurie Children's Hospital
Certifications
Who is Dr. Donohoe right for?
Dr. Donohoe is a strong fit for families seeking an experienced, relationship-driven pediatrician. Newborns and young children benefit from his thorough, exam-centered approach. Parents who value direct physician access and continuity of care will find his model well-suited to their needs. Families in Chicago's North Center neighborhood or the North Shore have easy access to both practice locations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Donohoe brings over 20 years of pediatric experience. He trained at Children's Memorial Hospital, now Lurie Children's Hospital, and holds a faculty appointment there. He also serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine.
Yes. Dr. Donohoe holds board certification in Pediatrics. He earned his MD from Northwestern University School of Medicine in 2001 and completed his pediatric residency in 2004.
Dr. Donohoe believes that a thorough history and a comprehensive physical exam form the foundation of excellent care. He built Donohoe Pediatrics around that conviction, structuring visits to allow unhurried time with each patient and family.
Yes. Early in his career, Dr. Donohoe spent four years as the sole pediatrician at an underserved clinic in Milwaukee through the National Health Service Corps. He rebuilt a struggling vaccination program there and launched a book donation initiative for families.
Dr. Donohoe earned a BS in Mathematics from the University of Notre Dame and an MS in Environmental Engineering from the University of Illinois. He worked as an engineer before pursuing medicine.
Yes. Dr. Donohoe holds privileges at Lurie Children's Hospital and Prentice Women's Hospital. He also holds a faculty appointment at Lurie Children's Hospital.
Dr. Donohoe co-founded the practice in 2016 and serves as Chief Medical Officer. He founded Donohoe Pediatrics as Chicago's first concierge pediatric practice after eight years in private practice in Chicago.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026