Summary

Dr. Darrel J. Waggoner specializes in the treatment of metabolic and genetic disorders in children and adults. He sees patients in the Medical Genetics, Craniofacial, and Neurogenetics Clinics, and provides genetics consultation services for patients within the Medical Center.Dr. Waggoner's research includes genotype/phenotype studies in patients diagnosed with 9p deletion (9p-) syndrome, exploring greater understanding of the genetic basis of medical problems associated with this condition. He is involved in the family support group for 9p-. His interests also include studying the referral patterns for clinical genetic testing in specific diseases, and determining factors that can help primary care doctors learn to improve the use of these tests.As director of the clinical and laboratory genetics training program at the University of Chicago, and the medical genetics course in the Pritzker School of Medicine, Dr. Waggoner is involved in curriculum development and teaching for medical students and residents.
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Quick Facts

  • 1
  • 34 years of experience
  • 4 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Chicago Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

The University Of Chicago Medicine

5841 S Maryland AveChicago, IL 60637

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Medical GeneticsPediatricsPediatricsNurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.5 
34 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, English
Chicago , ILCrown Point , INChicago , ILSchererville , IN
Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine Med School: Kempegowda Institute Of Medical Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Darrel Jerome Waggoner

  • Aetna Better Health
  • Amita Health
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Meritain Health

Medical Specialties

Dr. Darrel Jerome Waggoner has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Darrel Jerome Waggoner has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Chromosome Deletion
  • Pediatrics
  • Syndrome

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Chicago Medicine

Medical School

Washington University In St Louis School Of MedicineGraduated in 1992

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Dr. Darrel Waggoner's office is located at 5841 S Maryland Ave, Chicago, IL, 60637.
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Dr. Darrel Waggoner speaks English.
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