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Loren Schechter, MD

4.9
RUSH University Medical Group
Clinical Area:
Plastic Surgery Services; LGBTQ+ Care
Specialty: Plastic Surgery
Languages:
English

About Me

Loren Schechter, MD, started his medical career with a desire to care for a wide range of people, from children to adults of all genders. He has always been motivated to help patients find solutions to complex surgical challenges. 

That motivation has driven him to become an internationally recognized expert in genitourinary reconstruction and surgery. After attending medical school at the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine, he pursued his residency and fellowship at the University of Chicago Medical Center in the fields of plastic and reconstructive surgery, as well as reconstructive microsurgery. 

He has practiced plastic surgery and LGBTQ+ care for over 20 years with a focus on chest surgery, breast surgery and genitourinary surgery. He provides treatment to patients with a variety of needs, both reconstructive and cosmetic. 

At RUSH, he performs procedures using cutting-edge technology with a comprehensive approach, consulting with colleagues in medicine, primary care, endocrine, behavioral health, mental health, social services, rehab services and occupational therapy. 

Schechter’s patients praise his care as individualized, with keen attention to detail. He wants each patient to walk away from their first appointment knowing that they’ve had a thorough evaluation and that their goals and needs have been addressed thoroughly. 

Understanding the bidirectional relationship between physician and patient, he treats each case as a unique challenge that requires an open discussion and personalized approach. With this patient-centered care, he hopes to instill a sense of comfort and confidence throughout the treatment and recovery process. 

Schechter most looks forward to patients expressing their satisfaction with their results and that their goals have been met. For him, that is the mark of truly successful care. 

In his spare time, he enjoys tennis, jogging, golf and spending time with family. 

 

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Locations & Appointments

Primary location
RUSH Gender Affirmation Surgery
RUSH Gender Affirmation Surgery
1725 W Harrison St
Chicago, IL, 60612

(312) 942-3640
Directions

Credentials

Certifications

Plastic Surgery

Education and Training

The University of Chicago Medical Center - Plastic & Reconstructive Surg
The University of Chicago Medical Center - General Surgery
The University of Chicago Medical Center - Reconstructive Surgery
University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine

Clinical Expertise

Breast Reconstruction Revision
Chemical Peel
Ear Reshaping (Otoplasty)
Gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (LGBTQ) health
Gender affirmation surgery
Labiaplasty (Vaginal Rejuvenation Surgery)
Neck Lift

Academics & Publications

In addition to providing patient care, many of our clinicians have faculty appointments at RUSH University and perform clinical, basic science and community-based research. Our education and research endeavors are dedicated to enhancing excellence in patient care — now and in the future.

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Insurance

Aetna
Aetna Medicare Advantage HMO & PPO
Aetna PPO Exchange
Affiliated Physician Group
Ambetter of Illinois
Beech Street
Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare Advantage HMO
Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare Advantage PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois PPO
Blue Cross Community Medicaid (FHP & ICP)
Chicago Health System(MacNeal Health Provider) Com
Chicago Health System(MacNeal Health Provider) Gov
Cigna
Cigna HMO One Health
Cigna Medicare Advantage
Community Healthcare Partners, LLC
CorVel
CountyCare
Coventry
Devoted Health
Dolton Medical Clinic
Dreyer Medical Clinic
Dupage Medical Group
ElmCare, LLC
Essential Health Partners
Fox Valley Medicine, Ltd.
Great-West Healthcare
Health Care's Finest Network (HFN)
Hinsdale Physician Group
Humana
Humana Medicare Advantage
Humana Medicare-Medicaid Alignment Initiative
IlliniCare YouthCare
Ingalls Provider Group
Little Company of Mary Health Providers
Meridian Complete (MMAI)
Meridian Health Plan
Molina Dual Options
Molina Healthcare of Illinois
Molina Healthcare of Illinois, Inc Marketplace
MultiPlan
NorthShore Physician Associates, Inc
Northwest Community Health Partners
Northwest Suburban IPA
Physician Care Network
Preferred Plan (Healthsmart)
Progress Health
Pronger-Smith Medical Care
Silver Cross Managed Care Organization
Specialty Physicians of Illinois
Swedish Covenant Physician Partners
USA Managed Care Organization
Union Health Services
United Healthcare
United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
University of Illinois at Chicago
WellCare Medicare Advantage
Zing Health

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Ratings and Reviews

Overall
4.9
Care provider's efforts to include you in decisions about your care
4.9
Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition
4.9
Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others
4.8
Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries
4.8
Care provider's discussion of any proposed treatment (risks, benefits, etc.)
5
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Mar 2024
Everyone made sure I had many, many opportunities to get clarification and ask questions.
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Mar 2024
Dr. Schechter exudes compassion.
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Feb 2024
Great experience very satisfied
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Jan 2024
My care provider(s) provided communicated clearly and answered all questions that I had.
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Nov 2023
I was so impressed by the whole care team! I can't wait to come back for my actual surgery!
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Nov 2023
Everyone was very informative and cared about my treatment
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Oct 2023
He is amazing.
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Oct 2023
Dr. Schechter said his crew are amazing!
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Sep 2023
Great results, great care, multiple follow ups and check-ins.
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Sep 2023
I have referred several people to Rush for treatment