Today's Medicine with Yesterday's Values


The Forward Focus Difference: Our secret sauce is built on relationships. As a pioneer in concierge medicine on the NorthShore, we have been providing state of the art quality healthcare, personalized service, and responsive, accessible care in a boutique setting for over 15 years.

Welcome Dr. Phillips

We are very excited to inform you that Lane Phillips (Gillenwater), MD will be joining Forward Focus Concierge Medicine beginning July 8, 2024. Her practice will be located at our new Northfield office. Dr. Phillips shares the Forward Focus philosophy emphasizing the whole person in managing wellness and preventive health. Mental health and woman’s health are both areas of interest, while her experience with medically complex patients is extensive. She joins us looking to build strong and lasting continuity relationships with her patients.

Dr. Phillips is accepting new patients at our Northfield office and looks forward to hearing from your family and friends. Please call Lisa at 224-255-5600 for more information.

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Dr. Ari Katz, MD

Forward Focus Features

Personalized Doctor Attention

Personalized Attention

Personalized Attention

  • Undivided attention from your physician during lengthy appointments
  • 24/7 access to your physician via phone, email or text
  • Same-day scheduling
  • Unparalleled support staff who treat you like family
Coordination of Care

Coordination of Care

Coordination of Care

  • Referrals to trusted specialists and advocacy on your behalf
  • Help in navigating medical decisions and interpreting results
  • Daily visits when hospitalized at Lake Forest and Highland Park Hospital
State of the Art Medical Care

State of the Art Medical Care

State of the Art Medical Care

  • Outstanding symptom management and acute care
  • Medical sophistication and the time to provide comprehensive evaluation and diagnosis
  • Clinical expertise in all aspects of internal medicine
Wellness Partners for Comprehensive Care

Emphasis on Prevention & Wellness

Emphasis on Prevention & Wellness

  • Focus on lifestyle issues and behavioral changes
  • Proactive health plans and strategies to prevent disease
  • On-site access to wellness providers in nutrition and Ear Nose & Throast (ENT)
  • Regularly scheduled educational seminars on a variety of personal health topics

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OUR NEW NORTHFIELD LOCATION!

Photos from our Northfield location, 1622 Willow Rd., Ribbon Cutting/ Grand Opening held on May 15th.

Dr. Dan Goldstein, Dr. Steve Wolfman and Dr. Lane Phillips (Gillenwater) are currently accepting new patients.

For more information and/or to schedule a complimentary Meet & Greet, contact Lisa at (224) 255-5600.

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