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Dr. Megan Defrates, MD

Dr. Megan Defrates, MD

Pediatrics*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Megan Defrates, MD is a pediatrician in Chicago, IL and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine in 2005. She is affiliated with medical facilities The University of Chicago Medical Center and Ingalls Memorial Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 5 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (5 reviews)

Practice

5841 S Maryland Ave Chicago, IL 60637
Telehealth available
(773) 799-7600

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Defrates specializes in the area of Pediatrics. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Defrates' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Defrates

4.2

5 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 Star
80%
80%
4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
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Jun 12, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Jun 30, 2020
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About Me

biography

Dr. Megan Defrates, MD is a pediatrician in Chicago, IL and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine in 2005. She is affiliated with medical facilities The University...read more

  • Pediatrics

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  • Loyola University Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2005

  • University Of Chicago Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 2005

  • University Of Illinois Urbana Champaign

    Undergraduate School, 2001
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pediatrics®
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Pediatrics
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Locations

Practice

University of Chicago Medical Center5841 S Maryland Ave Chicago, IL 60637
1

Practice

Uchicago Medicine At Ingalls-Flossmoor-Pediatrics (Child Life Center)19550 Governors Hwy Ste 2500 Flossmoor, IL 60422
2

Practice

Office150 Harvester Dr Ste 300 Burr Ridge, IL 60527
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • The University of Chicago Medical Center

    5841 S Maryland Ave
    Chicago, IL 60637
    Recipient of 30
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Ingalls Memorial Hospital

    1 Ingalls Dr
    Harvey, IL 60426

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    76%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    8% lower than the national average

    70%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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