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Dr. Loren Schechter, MD

Dr. Loren Schechter, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Loren Schechter, MD is a plastic surgeon in Chicago, IL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine in 1994. He is affiliated with Rush University Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 37 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (37 reviews)

Practice

1725 W Harrison St Ste 425 Chicago, IL 60612

Make an Appointment

(312) 563-3000

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Schechter is affiliated with Rush University Medical Center Chicago, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Schechter specializes in the area of Plastic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Schechter's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Schechter

3.5

37 ratings, 22 with a written review
5 Star
59%
59%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
8%
8%
1 Star
32%
32%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Breebee – Feb 21, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Star – Jun 14, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Paige Autumn Steidinger – Nov 15, 2020
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
John – Jul 17, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar Thomas – Jun 02, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Ashley – May 26, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Taylor Shanholtzer – May 05, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Aug 03, 2019
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 15, 2018
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 28, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Chicago, IL – Nov 01, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Adam Crum in New Albany, MS – Nov 01, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Peoria, IL – Oct 18, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Deborah Smith in Sturtevant, WI – Oct 12, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Matt in Elmwood Park, IL – Oct 05, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Gail Smith in st louis, mo – Sep 29, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Carol in Iowa – Jul 14, 2017
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Glasford, IL – Jan 28, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Erin M J in Mount Pleasant, MI – Sep 19, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
15 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jul 08, 2016
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Cosmetic Surgery Spotlight

About Me

biography

Dr. Loren Schechter, MD is a plastic surgeon in Chicago, IL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine in 1994. He is affiliated with Rush University Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • The University Of Chicago Hospitals

    Fellowship Hospital, 2000

  • The University Of Chicago Hospitals

    Residency Hospital, 1999

  • University Of Chicago Pritzker School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1994
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
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Plastic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Rush Presbyterian-St Lukes Med Ctr1725 W Harrison St Ste 425 Chicago, IL 60612
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Practice

Office4700 N Marine Dr Ste 515 Chicago, IL 60640
2
Chirstopher L. Coogan M.D. Urology LTD.1725 W Harrison St Ste 758 Chicago, IL 60612
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Rush University Medical Center

    1653 W Congress Pkwy
    Chicago, IL 60612
    Recipient of 43
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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