About
Lorrie Elliott, MD, FACP, brings an exceptional academic and clinical record to Andersonville Internal Medicine. She graduated from the University of Michigan with High Honors and Distinction before attending Rush University Medical School, where she earned election to Alpha Omega Alpha and received the Glasgow Award of the American Medical Women's Association as the top graduating female student. She completed her Internal Medicine residency at the University of Chicago, where she won the American College of Physicians National Clinical Vignette competition as a resident.
Dr. Elliott completed one year of a cardiology fellowship at Loyola University Medical Center before choosing to focus on the diagnostic breadth of general internal medicine. She joined the faculty of the University of Chicago and later moved to Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine as Associate Professor of Medicine. She helped develop the Northwestern Executive Health program and served as its Medical Director. She holds board certification in Internal Medicine and is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians. Her clinical interests include cardiovascular disease, preventive health, and evidence-based medicine. She also served as visiting faculty in Eldoret, Kenya. She lives in Wicker Park with her husband Marcus and enjoys cooking, gardening, biking, traveling, and exchanging book recommendations with patients.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Michigan (High Honors and Distinction)
Medical School
Rush University Medical School
Residency
Internal Medicine, University of Chicago
Fellowship
Cardiology, Loyola University Medical Center (one year)
Additional Training
Associate Professor of Medicine, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine; Medical Director, Northwestern Executive Health program; visiting faculty, Eldoret, Kenya
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Elliott right for?
Dr. Elliott is an excellent fit for adults who want a physician with deep diagnostic expertise and a commitment to evidence-based care. Patients with cardiovascular concerns or complex chronic conditions benefit from her cardiology training and broad internal medicine background. Those who appreciate a thorough, research-informed approach to their health will feel at home with her style. Patients interested in long-term preventive planning find her proactive mindset well-aligned with their goals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Elliott trained at Rush University Medical School, completed her residency at the University of Chicago, and pursued a cardiology fellowship at Loyola University Medical Center. She later served as Associate Professor of Medicine at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and as Medical Director of the Northwestern Executive Health program. Her clinical focus centers on cardiovascular disease, preventive health, and chronic disease management.
Yes. Dr. Elliott holds board certification in Internal Medicine and is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians (FACP). These credentials reflect her sustained commitment to clinical excellence and ongoing professional development.
Yes. Dr. Elliott completed one year of a cardiology fellowship at Loyola University Medical Center. She chose to return to general internal medicine for its diagnostic breadth, and she applies her cardiology knowledge to the cardiovascular care she provides for her patients.
Dr. Elliott's academic distinctions include election to Alpha Omega Alpha at Rush University Medical School, the Glasgow Award of the American Medical Women's Association, and a win at the American College of Physicians National Clinical Vignette competition during her residency. She graduated from the University of Michigan with High Honors and Distinction.
Dr. Elliott actively reviews current research and enjoys discussing the science behind her clinical recommendations with patients. She believes informed patients make better health decisions, and she builds that education into every visit.
Yes. Dr. Elliott has extensive academic experience. She joined the faculty at the University of Chicago, then moved to Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine as Associate Professor of Medicine. She also served as visiting faculty in Eldoret, Kenya. She helped develop and lead the Northwestern Executive Health program as its Medical Director.
Dr. Elliott sees adults across a wide range of health needs, with particular strength in cardiovascular risk management, preventive care, and complex chronic disease. Patients who value a physician who engages deeply with the evidence behind their care tend to find her approach especially rewarding.
Dr. Elliott believes both physicians and patients benefit from a long-term medical relationship where patients have ready access to their doctor and the time to discuss their concerns fully. She treats that continuity as fundamental to delivering good care.
Doctor profile last updated June 6, 2026