Patrick J. Gallagher, MD, SC

The practice requires an annual membership fee and maintains limited enrollment. To learn about current pricing and availability, you can request a membership informational packet directly from the practice. Call (312) 995-8961 or use the contact form to get started.

The practice sees acute care patients the same day or within 24 hours of a call. For non-urgent needs, standard appointments run approximately 30 minutes. The Annual Comprehensive Wellness Evaluation runs approximately 60 minutes.

Yes. Members receive Dr. Gallagher's direct cell phone number for urgent issues outside of regular office hours. The practice also provides a dedicated patient cell phone and email for enhanced communication. Staff personally answers calls during office hours.

The Annual Comprehensive Wellness Evaluation is a dedicated 60-minute appointment focused on a thorough review of your health. It supports the practice's proactive approach to disease prevention and health maintenance. This is separate from standard 30-minute appointments for routine or acute visits.

Yes. Patients have the freedom to see any specialist they choose. Dr. Gallagher assists with specialist selection and actively coordinates care across providers. This is especially helpful for patients managing complex, multi-specialist health issues.

The membership fee falls outside of insurance billing. Patients should contact the practice directly to discuss how insurance interacts with specific services. Requesting a membership informational packet is the best first step for understanding the full fee structure.

The practice maintains a trusted covering physician for occasions when Dr. Gallagher is away. Members always have access to a qualified physician. Extended office hours are also available on occasion when patient needs require it.

Members use both a Secure Patient Portal through eClinicalWorks and a Concierge Membership Portal through Hint for ongoing communication. The practice also provides a dedicated patient email and cell phone number. Staff personally answers calls during office hours so members reach a real person.

Yes. The practice distributes timely newsletters called Health News for the Well-Read Patient. These cover a range of clinical topics relevant to preventive care and healthy living. Members receive them as part of staying informed between visits.