Dr. Lane Phillips (Gillenwater), M.D.
Dr. Phillips is thrilled to be joining Forward Focus Concierge Medicine and to begin creating long-lasting, close relationships with patients. Primary care is where her heart is, and she values the opportunity to provide excellent diagnostic and clinical medical care alongside emotional support and compassion. Warm and extroverted, Dr. Phillips enjoys talking to patients and taking the time to understand what matters most to them, exploring the full spectrum of issues that can impact physical health and wellness.
Board certified in Family Medicine, Dr. Phillips works with all adult patients and has extensive training in women’s health, including peri- and post-menopausal care, hormonal issues, birth control, and women’s wellness. When complex medical issues occur, she views herself as an interpreter and guide, making sure that patients clearly understand their options and serving as a conduit to expert medical specialists when the need arises. Her passion for medicine comes from a love of science and love of people, and she is thankful for a career that is intellectually and emotionally stimulating.
As someone who has struggled personally with anxiety, Dr. Phillips has a special interest in mental health and the interplay between emotions and physical health. She encourages patients to develop healthy coping skills to manage their own stress, working with patients to identify activities and lifestyle changes that might be beneficial. When appropriate, she offers resources and referrals for therapy and psychiatric care. Wellness and preventive health are an important part of her care strategy. Her philosophy of ‘body positivity’ empowers patients to feel good about their bodies and to feel comfortable in raising any concerns without embarrassment.
Raised in New York City, Dr. Phillips has grown to appreciate the friendliness of the Midwest, which matches her down-to-earth personality. In her spare time, she finds pleasure in gardening, working out, and listening to music. She encourages her patients to also find healthy routines that fit within their lifestyle and that they enjoy. Her two cats keep her entertained, and you can often find her in the kitchen preparing meals for friends and family. She finds a healthy sense of humor integral to a happy life, and enjoys sharing a laugh with her patients.
Dr. Phillips (previously known as Lane Phillips Gillenwater) received her medical degree from Albany Medical College, and completed her residency at Northwestern McGaw Family Medicine at Lake Forest Hospital, where she served as chief resident. At Lake Forest Hospital, she recently served as the medical director of Transitional Care Management, where she facilitated post-hospital follow up for medically complex patients. She also spent several years as a hospitalist and primary care physician, managing the care of both inpatients and outpatients with various acuity, conditions and backgrounds. Prior to becoming a physician, she managed the cancer genetics lab at Columbia University Medical Center. Dr. Phillips has admitting privileges at Highland Park and Northwestern Lake Forest Hospitals.