About
Dr. Danuta Hoyer co-founded Comprehensive Center for Women's Medicine alongside Dr. Skul in 2001. She studied at Northwestern University and earned her medical degree from Rush Medical College. She holds board certification in Internal Medicine and completed fellowship training and board certification in Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine. Chicago-area colleagues and patients know her as the Doctor's Doctor, a reflection of her depth of clinical knowledge and her reputation among fellow physicians.
Dr. Hoyer specializes in managing patients with multiple complex medical conditions. Her clinical expertise spans hormonal challenges including menopause and adrenal fatigue, neurological problems, chronic fatigue syndrome, depression, and autoimmune illness. She is passionate about the impact of environmental toxins on chronic disease and champions drug-free pain management as an alternative to opioids. As an Associate Professor of Medicine at Rush Medical College, she has long received recognition for her teaching of students and residents. Chicago Magazine has named her among the best doctors for women in Chicago for nearly a decade and recognized her as a top internal medicine doctor. US News ranked her among the nation's top doctors in 2011. Outside the office, Dr. Hoyer supports local non-profit organizations and enjoys music, travel, and time with family and friends.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Northwestern University
Medical School
Rush Medical College
Fellowship
Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Hoyer right for?
Dr. Hoyer is a strong fit for patients navigating multiple complex or overlapping medical conditions. Adults dealing with hormonal imbalances, autoimmune illness, chronic fatigue, or depression benefit from her integrative approach. Patients seeking drug-free pain management or exploring the effects of environmental toxins on their health will find her perspective valuable. She works well with patients who want a physician with deep diagnostic experience and a functional medicine lens.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Hoyer specializes in patients with multiple complex medical conditions. Her clinical focus includes menopause, adrenal fatigue, chronic fatigue syndrome, autoimmune illness, neurological problems, and depression. She also brings deep expertise in evaluating the impact of environmental toxins on chronic disease.
Yes. Dr. Hoyer holds board certification in Internal Medicine. She also completed fellowship training and earned board certification in Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine.
Dr. Hoyer studied at Northwestern University and earned her medical degree from Rush Medical College. She also completed fellowship training in Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine.
Dr. Hoyer champions drug-free alternatives to opioid pain management. She uses non-invasive methods and integrative strategies to address pain at its root causes rather than masking symptoms with medication.
Yes. Dr. Hoyer serves as an Associate Professor of Medicine at Rush Medical College. She has received consistent recognition from students and residents for her teaching throughout her academic career.
Chicago Magazine has named Dr. Hoyer among the best doctors for women in Chicago for nearly a decade. The magazine has also recognized her as a top internal medicine doctor. US News ranked her among the nation's top doctors in 2011.
Dr. Hoyer sees patients managing complex or multi-layered health challenges. She works with adults experiencing hormonal imbalances, autoimmune conditions, chronic fatigue, and neurological issues. The practice welcomes patients across a wide age range, from adolescence through older adulthood.
Yes. Functional medicine is a core part of Dr. Hoyer's clinical practice. She uses advanced diagnostics including nutrigenomic testing and intracellular micronutrient assessment to understand root causes behind chronic conditions.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026