About
Dr. Monica Medrano serves as Medical Director of Innovative Primary Care in Wicker Park and Co-Medical Director at the Ashland Avenue location. She holds board certification in family medicine, earned her MD and MS at Loyola Stritch School of Medicine, and completed her residency at St. Mary and Elizabeth Medical Center in Chicago. Her clinical scope includes women's health, chronic care management, LGBTQ+ health, and aesthetic medicine.
Patients consistently describe Dr. Medrano as warm and relationship-focused. She builds long-term connections with patients across all stages of life. Away from the clinic, she enjoys crafting, baking, and watching horror films. She has also made background appearances on the television shows Chicago Fire and Chicago Med. She currently accepts new patients.
Education & Training
Medical School
Loyola Stritch School of Medicine (MD, MS)
Residency
Family Medicine Residency, St. Mary and Elizabeth Medical Center, Chicago
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Medrano right for?
Dr. Medrano is a strong fit for adults seeking a long-term, relationship-driven primary care physician. Patients navigating women's health, LGBTQ+ care, or chronic conditions benefit from her broad clinical scope. She also serves patients interested in aesthetic medicine alongside their preventive care. Her warm, consistent approach suits those who value continuity with their provider.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Medrano treats a broad range of conditions within family and preventive medicine. Her clinical focus includes women's health, chronic care management, and LGBTQ+ health. She also offers aesthetic medicine services alongside routine primary care.
Yes, Dr. Medrano holds board certification in family medicine. She earned her MD and MS at Loyola Stritch School of Medicine and completed her residency at St. Mary and Elizabeth Medical Center in Chicago.
Dr. Medrano serves as Medical Director at the Wicker Park location and Co-Medical Director at the Ashland Avenue location. Patients can book in-person visits at either site or schedule a virtual appointment.
Yes, Dr. Medrano currently accepts new patients. Patients can book online and choose between an in-person or telehealth visit.
Dr. Medrano focuses on building long-term relationships with her patients. She takes a warm, consistent approach across all stages of life. Her scope spans preventive care, chronic disease management, and individualized wellness.
Yes, LGBTQ+ health is a core part of Dr. Medrano's clinical practice. She provides affirming, comprehensive care for LGBTQ+ patients alongside her broader family medicine services.
Dr. Medrano earned her MD and MS degrees at Loyola Stritch School of Medicine. She completed her residency training at St. Mary and Elizabeth Medical Center in Chicago. She then went on to achieve board certification in family medicine.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026