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Dr. Sean Cahill Concierge Internal Medicine Practice
Hinsdale Magazine Group (HMG): Why did you choose to open your own Concierge Internal Medicine practice in Chicago? Dr. Sean Cahill: Quite simply, I wanted to have more time for better relationships with my patients, to be able to practice medicine the way it should be. I had 3500 patients at my prior practice; the…
Read MorePatricia S. Mikes, MD MBA Northwestern Medicine Physician Network Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine
Hinsdale Magazine Group (HMG): What inspired you to pursue a career in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine? Dr. Patricia Mikes: When beginning my pulmonary career at Yale, I intended to become a teacher and researcher. Although successful, I wanted more excitement than the lab could provide. I’ve always been drawn to complex cases that require…
Read MoreDr. Shakilabanu Meerapatel Family Medicine UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Primary Care
Hinsdale Magazine Group (HMG): What inspired you to pursue a career in medicine? Dr. Shakilabanu Meerapatel, MD, FAAFP: My inspiration to pursue medicine stems from the story of my own birth. In a rural village in India, my mother faced complications during her first pregnancy—mine—because of a breech presentation that went undetected due to a…
Read MoreDr. Christina Steil CSC Steil Dermatology
Hinsdale Magazine Group (HMG): What inspired you to pursue dermatology and establish CSC Dermatology? Dr. Christina Steil: During my medical internship, I was caring for a complicated patient with unusual skin lesions. The dermatology team was called in, and witnessing the attending dermatologist diagnose the patient at the bedside was a pivotal moment that inspired…
Read MoreDr. Paula S. Malhotra SKN Institute
Hinsdale Magazine Group (HMG): How did you decide on your area of specialization? Dr. Malhotra: I was initially drawn to dermatology because of my own experiences with severe acne and precancerous moles—challenges that allowed me to deeply relate to my patients’ concerns. What ultimately solidified my passion for the field was its unique blend of…
Read MoreElmhurst St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Photos by Victor Hilitski The annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade was held on March 8, celebrating Irish culture with colorful floats, marching bands, and festive participants. It drew thousands of spectators to downtown Elmhurst for a fun-filled family event and showcased local community spirit, Irish heritage, and lively entertainment. This year, Elmhurst-Yorkfield Food Pantry was…
Read MoreDan Gibbons Twilight Trot
Supporting Elmhurst nonprofit organizations with every step BY HINSDALE MAGAZINE GROUP STAFF The inaugural Dan Gibbons Twilight Trot, a 5K fun run benefiting four local Elmhurst organizations, will take place on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. This exciting event is a new addition to the long-standing tradition of the Dan Gibbons Turkey Trot,…
Read MoreCOMEDY FOR CANCER
PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE H FOUNDATION In February, the H Foundation hosted Comedy for Cancer at The Tivoli Theatre in downtown Downers Grove. The star-studded event featured a comedic conversation with Chelsea Handler, which was led by ABC 7 Meteorologist Cheryl Scott and Ji Suk Yi, co-host of WGN’s Spotlight Chicago. Stand-up comedians Brian Hicks…
Read MoreModern Medicine
From data to diagnosis, AI is augmenting medical professionals’ training and practice by VALERIE HARDY Medical training programs and practices in Illinois are on the cutting edge when it comes to considering how artificial intelligence (AI) can enhance patient care and physician functionality. For example, the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign’s Department of Bioengineering was…
Read MoreOak Brook is Chicagoland’s Best Corporate Address
The Village of Oak Brook offers the best economic and business-friendly conditions in the Chicagoland area, and companies are taking note. Companies cite a supportive and responsive local government, no municipal property taxes, no food and beverage taxes, low hotel taxes, and a sales tax almost 3% lower than competitors. Oak Brook has also made…
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