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Dr. Christopher Whelan, MD

Urology* Age 49
Dr. Christopher Whelan, MD
4.3 (19 Ratings)

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Dr. Christopher Whelan, MD is an Urologist in Rockford, IL.
Dr. Christopher Whelan, MD
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Dr. Christopher Whelan, MD

Urology* Age 49
Rockford, IL
Accepting new patients
22 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Christopher Whelan, MD is an Urologist in Rockford, IL.

About

Dr. Whelan graduated from Southern Illinois University At Edwardsville in 2003 and completed a residency at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine.Dr. Christopher Whelan, MD is an Urologist in Rockford, IL and has 22 years experience. Dr. Whelan currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with FHN Memorial Hospital, OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center and Swedish American Hospital. Dr. Whelan has experience treating conditions like Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Ureteral Stricture or Kinking and Hydronephrosis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Whelan received an average rating of 4.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 19 times. Dr. Whelan's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Whelan is board certified in Urology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Ureteral Stricture or Kinking
Hydronephrosis
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Ureteral Stricture or Kinking
Hydronephrosis
Kidney Stones
Acute Cystitis
Balanoposthitis
Bladder Atony
Bladder Cancer
Bladder Infection
Bladder Stones
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Chronic Cystitis
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage III
Chronic Kidney Diseases
Elevated PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen)
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Erectile Dysfunction
Hydrocele
Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
Hypogonadism
Kidney Cancer
Kidney Infection
Male Sexual Arousal Disorders
Neurogenic Bladder
Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
Overactive Bladder
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Polyuria
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Prostate Cancer
Pyonephrosis
Sexual Arousal Disorder
Sexual Disorders
Spermatocele
Testicular Dysfunction
Testicular Hypofunction
Ureteral Stones
Urethral Stricture
Urge Incontinence
Urinary Hesitancy
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Retention
Urinary Stones
Urinary Tract Cancer
Varicose Veins Genital
Vesicoureteral Reflux
Augmentation Cystoplasty
Bladder Surgery
Lithotripsy
Prostate Biopsy
Prostate Cancer Screening Exam (DRE)
Prostate Removal
Prostatectomy with Robotic Assist
Resection of Bladder Neck
TURP (Transurethral Resection of Prostate) or Laser Destruction of Prostate
Uroflowmetry
Vasectomy
Acute Bacterial Prostatitis
Acute Kidney Infection
Atrophic Vaginitis
Balanitis
Bladder Carcinoma
Bladder Diverticulum
Blood in Semen (Hematospermia)
Bowenoid Papulosis
Chronic Bacterial Prostatitis
Chronic Interstitial Cystitis
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage I
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage II
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage IV
Chronic Kidney Infection
Chronic Obstructive Pyelonephritis
Chronic Prostatitis
Chronic Tubulo Interstitial Nephritis
Congenital Obstruction of Ureteropelvic Junction
End-Stage Renal Disease
Epididymitis
Epididymo - Orchitis
Genital Warts
Genitourinary Tract Hemorrhage
Gonococcal Seminal Vesiculitis
Gonorrhea Infections
Horseshoe Kidney
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Incontinence
Interstitial Cystitis
Irradiation Cystitis
Orchitis
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Paraphimosis
Pelvic Abscess
Penile Cancer
Peyronie's Disease
Phimosis
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Priapism
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Prostate Stones
Prostatitis
Renal Abscess
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Sperm Abnormalities
Testicular Atrophy
Testicular Cancer
Testicular Torsion
Traumatic Acute Kidney Injury
Urethra Cancer
Urethral Stones
Urinary-Genital Tract Fistula, Female
Urogenital Candidiasis
Vaginal and Pelvic Prolapse
Vaginitis or Vaginosis
Yeast Infections
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Adrenal Surgery
Adrenalectomy
Adrenalectomy with Robotic Assist
Bacteriuria Screening
Bladder Function Test
Bladder Scan
Chlamydia Infection Screening
Circumcision
Complete Nephrectomy With Robotic Assistance
Complex Penile Surgery
Cystectomy
Cystectomy with Robotic Assist
Cystometry
Cystotomy
da Vinci® Robotic Surgery
Destruction of Penile Lesion
Dipstick Urinalysis
Gonorrhea Screening
Herpes Simplex Screening
HIV Screening
Kidney and Ureter Removal
Kidney Removal
Kidney Stone Removal
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Nephrectomy
Nephrectomy with Robotic Assist
Orchiectomy
Partial Nephrectomy with Robotic Assist
Percutaneous Procedures
Prostate Cancer Screening
Renal Transplant
Sexually Transmitted Infections Screening
STD Screening
Syphilis Screening
Trichomoniasis Screening
Ureteroneocystostomy
Ureteroneocystostomy with Robotic Assist
Urethral Dilation
Urinary Bladder Reconstruction Robotic Assist
Urinary Stone Removal (Litholapaxy)
Urostomy
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Varicocelectomy or Hydrocelectomy

Insurance Accepted

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  • Medicare
  • Priority Health
  • Molina
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Medical Mutual of Ohio
  • LocalPlus
  • Blue Card PPO
  • Health Alliance PPO
  • Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus
    Curative PPO
  • Humana
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • United Healthcare
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
  • Medicaid
  • Aetna

Locations

  1. 1 Rockford Urological Associates LTD.
    351 Executive Pkwy, Rockford, IL 61107
  2. 2 Rosecrance Swedish American Collaboration
    1401 E State St, Rockford, IL 61104
  3. 3 Freeport Regional Health Care Foundation
    1036 W Stephenson St, Freeport, IL 61032

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Whelan
4.3
Based on 19 Reviews
5 Stars (14)
4 Stars (2)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (2)

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Jun 23, 2021
Had kidney stone he removed it, and also removed the stent after. He explains everything to you that you need to know. He answers all your questions no matter how many you have. He is a wonderful Doctor.
Sherry — Jun 23, 2021
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Specialties*
Urology
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Southern Illinois University At Edwardsville
    2003
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Urology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Southern Illinois University School of Medicine and Affiliated Hospitals
    2005
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Southern Illinois University School of Medicine
    2009
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • City of Hope Natl MC
    2011
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Christopher Whelan, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Whelan's profile.

Dr. Whelan frequently treats the following conditions: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Ureteral Stricture or Kinking and Hydronephrosis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Christopher Whelan, MD is affiliated with FHN Memorial Hospital, OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center and Swedish American Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Christopher Whelan, MD holds board certification in Urology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • FHN Memorial Hospital

    1045 W Stephenson St, Freeport, IL

  • OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center

    5666 E State St, Rockford, IL

  • Swedish American Hospital

    1401 E State St, Rockford, IL