Summary

Dr. Denise Monahan treats benign breast disease, breast cancer, and breast cancer in families. She practices surgery and is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital.

Dr. Monahan earned her medical degree from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, completed a residency at Jackson Memorial Hospital/Jackson Health System in 2012, and a fellowship at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University in 2013. She sees patients in Lake Forest and Grayslake, Illinois. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Monahan 4 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 19 years of experience
  • 10 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University
  • 2 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Denise A. Monahan has 2 locations

Northwestern Medical Group

1000 N Westmoreland Rd Pavilion A, Level 1Lake Forest, IL 60045

Northwestern Medical Group

1475 E Belvidere Rd Pavilion A: Cancer CenterGrayslake, IL 60030

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Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Lake Forest , ILNorthfield , ILArlington Heights , ILMaywood , IL
Med School: University of Miami Miller School of Medicine Med School: Rush Medical College at Rush University Med School: Midwestern University, Chicago College of OsteopathicMedicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Denise A. Monahan

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • WPS Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Denise A. Monahan has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Denise A. Monahan has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Breast Cancer
  • Cancer
  • General Surgeon

Certifications, License, & Education

19 Years Experience

Denise A. Monahan holds an expired medical license in the state of Illinois.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Illinois that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University in 2013.

Residency

Completed their residency at Jackson Memorial Hospital/Jackson Health System in 2012 and University of Miami/Jackson Health System in 2012.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Miami Miller School of Medicine in 2007.

NPI Number

Denise A. Monahan's NPI number is 1114170289.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What languages does Denise Monahan speak?
Denise Monahan speaks English.
Does Denise Monahan accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Denise Monahan accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Denise Monahan accepting new patients?
Denise Monahan is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Denise Monahan's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Which hospitals is Denise Monahan affiliated with?
Denise Monahan is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital.

Data Sources

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  • State medical licensing boards
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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