Dr. Julia GoldMD
Family Medicine
at Encore Concierge Medicine — Chicago, IL
About
S. in Neurobiology from the University of Texas at Austin in 2006. She went on to complete her medical degree at St. Matthew's University School of Medicine in 2012. Her residency training in family medicine took place at Ascension Saint Mary Chicago, where she graduated in 2016 with a focus on compassionate, detail-oriented care. She also holds an MBA in Healthcare Management, which informs how she runs a practice built on both clinical rigor and operational clarity.
Dr. Gold holds board certification in family medicine and brings more than a decade of patient care experience to Encore. She is passionate about women's midlife health, including perimenopause, menopause, and hormone therapy. Longevity, preventive care, heart health, and patient empowerment also sit at the center of her clinical work. Castle Connolly named her a Top Doctor for 2025 and 2026, a peer-nominated distinction. Modern Luxury Chicago selected her as one of the Best 10 Concierge Doctors in Chicago in 2025. She has also appeared on WGN News as a resource on seasonal allergy care. Dr. Gold believes healthcare works best as a genuine partnership between physician and patient.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Texas at Austin, B.S. Neurobiology, 2006
Medical School
St. Matthew's University School of Medicine, 2012
Residency
Family Medicine, Ascension Saint Mary Chicago, completed 2016
Additional Training
MBA in Healthcare Management
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Gold right for?
Dr. Gold serves adults and children seeking a physician who takes time to understand the full picture of their health. Adults managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, or hormonal imbalances benefit from her proactive, preventive approach. Women navigating perimenopause or menopause find focused, evidence-based support in her care. Parents looking for attentive pediatric wellness care, including developmental and behavioral assessments, will find her practice well-equipped. Patients who value direct access to their physician and unhurried appointments tend to thrive as her members.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Gold treats a wide range of acute and chronic conditions. Her clinical focus includes diabetes, hypertension, asthma, and anxiety and depression screenings. She also manages perimenopause, menopause, and ADHD in both children and adults. Her preventive care work covers cardiovascular health, weight management, and longevity planning.
Yes, Dr. Gold holds board certification in family medicine. She completed her residency at Ascension Saint Mary Chicago in 2016 and has practiced family medicine for more than a decade.
Dr. Gold is passionate about women's midlife health. She manages perimenopause and menopause, prescribes hormone replacement therapy, and performs Pap smears and breast exams. She treats each patient as a partner in managing her own health.
Yes, Dr. Gold sees patients of all ages, including children. She offers pediatric well-child visits, developmental and behavioral assessments, ADHD evaluation and management, and autism screening.
Dr. Gold partners with OpenDNA, Galleri, Cleerly, and OneOme to offer genomic testing and advanced diagnostic options. These tools support her preventive care and longevity work for members who want deeper insight into their health risks.
Yes, Castle Connolly named Dr. Gold a Top Doctor for both 2025 and 2026, a peer-nominated distinction. Modern Luxury Chicago also selected her as one of the Best 10 Concierge Doctors in Chicago in 2025. She has appeared on WGN News as a resource on seasonal allergy care.
S. in Neurobiology from the University of Texas at Austin in 2006. She completed her medical degree at St. Matthew's University School of Medicine in 2012. Her family medicine residency at Ascension Saint Mary Chicago concluded in 2016. She also holds an MBA in Healthcare Management.
Yes, Dr. Gold prescribes GLP-1 medications as part of her weight management services. She integrates this within a broader approach to metabolic health and preventive care.
Dr. Gold conducts mental health screenings for anxiety and depression as part of her primary care services. She coordinates care with specialists when patients need additional support beyond screening and initial management.
Doctor profile last updated April 3, 2026