Streeterville Pediatrics of Chicago

Streeterville Pediatrics of Chicago is a pediatric medical practice located in the heart of the Streeterville neighborhood on East Erie Street. Serving families across Chicago, the practice provides comprehensive care for infants, children, and adolescents, specializing in well-child visits, immunizations, developmental monitoring, and management of common childhood illnesses. With a longstanding commitment to consistent and reliable care since 1901, the practice has built a reputation for compassionate, patient-centered medicine. Rated 4.70 by patients, Streeterville Pediatrics is known for its accessible team, thorough appointments, and extensive online resources, including symptom checkers, vaccine information, and a secure patient portal for managing records and billing. The practice serves families throughout the city, with a strong focus on continuity of care and preventive health.

The practice was founded on a foundation of trusted medical excellence, with Dr. Donald K. Brown and Dr. Kathleen K. Starr bringing decades of combined experience in general pediatrics. Both physicians are board-certified and actively involved in teaching medical students and residents. Dr. Brown, a native of Chicago, trained at the University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed his pediatric residency at the University of Chicago’s Wyler Children’s Hospital. Dr. Starr, raised in the western suburbs, earned her undergraduate degrees in psychology and anthropology before pursuing medicine. The practice emphasized a holistic approach to child health, offering guidance on nutrition, growth, development, and common illness management. It maintained strong affiliations with major Chicago hospitals, including Northwestern Memorial and Children’s Memorial, ensuring seamless care coordination.

Located at 233 East Erie Street, Suite 304, the practice sits just a short walk from several key city landmarks. It is about a tenth of a mile from East Ontario Street and North Fairbanks Court, and within close proximity to the Chicago Lakeside VA Clinic and Northwestern Memorial Hospital. The UPS Store, serving as a local post office, is also located approximately 0.1 miles away. The office is situated in the heart of the Streeterville neighborhood, adjacent to major city infrastructure and medical facilities.

Streeterville Pediatrics is recognized for its well-documented presence across digital platforms, with a website optimized for clarity and searchability. This strong online foundation reflects the practice’s commitment to transparency and accessibility. The practice’s detailed information, including provider bios, appointment scheduling, insurance details, and patient forms, is readily available to families. The team’s long-standing service and consistent record of care have earned them a trusted reputation in Chicago’s healthcare community.

As the practice prepares to close its doors in March 2026, both Dr. Brown and Dr. Starr continue their medical careers in new, affiliated practices, ensuring that their patients can maintain continuity of care. Their legacy in Chicago pediatrics endures through their dedication to families, clinical excellence, and enduring commitment to child health.