Encore Concierge Medicine

Encore Concierge Medicine A boutique, membership-based concierge care clinic, led by 2025 & 2026 Top Doc, Dr. Julia Gold.
📍River North, Chicago

We’re still excited to have seen Dr. Gold awarded the Top Doc award for the second year in a row! Recognition like this ...
01/29/2026

We’re still excited to have seen Dr. Gold awarded the Top Doc award for the second year in a row!
Recognition like this is meaningful, not because of the title, but because it reflects the care behind it.

We’re proud of Dr. Gold, and grateful every day for the trust our patients place in her.

When it’s this cold outside, this isn’t just “winter weather.” It’s a stressor on the body.In temperatures this low, a f...
01/23/2026

When it’s this cold outside, this isn’t just “winter weather.” It’s a stressor on the body.

In temperatures this low, a few things matter more than usual:
• Limit prolonged outdoor exposure. Extreme cold constricts blood vessels and stresses the cardiovascular and respiratory systems. Short trips outside, layered clothing, and protecting hands, feet, ears, and face make a real difference.
• Protect your lungs. Breathing in very cold, dry air can trigger coughing, chest tightness, or asthma symptoms. Covering your mouth and nose with a scarf or mask helps warm the air before it reaches your lungs.
• Hydrate and nourish intentionally. Cold suppresses thirst, but dehydration increases fatigue, headaches, and susceptibility to illness. Warm fluids and regular meals help maintain energy and immune function.
• Pay attention to early warning signs. Persistent cough, shortness of breath, dizziness, or unusual fatigue shouldn’t be ignored, especially in extreme temperatures.

Stay warm, Chicago.

We’re honored to share that Dr. Gold has once again been recognized as a 2026 Castle Connolly Top Doctor!This distinctio...
01/21/2026

We’re honored to share that Dr. Gold has once again been recognized as a 2026 Castle Connolly Top Doctor!

This distinction reflects more than clinical excellence, it speaks to the care, presence, and advocacy she brings to every patient relationship.

We’re proud to see her work recognized again, and even more grateful for the care she provides our community every day.

In our last post, we shared a few sick day staples Dr. Gold keeps on hand.This time, we’re looking at the other side of ...
01/20/2026

In our last post, we shared a few sick day staples Dr. Gold keeps on hand.

This time, we’re looking at the other side of the medicine cabinet.

Not everything that’s commonly used is necessary, and not every symptom needs to be suppressed. Some products stick around out of habit or really great marketing, not because they meaningfully support healing.

Swipe through to see a few items Dr. Gold intentionally skips and why.

We’re curious, after seeing both posts, what’s one thing you might rethink keeping in your medicine cabinet?

Patients often ask us what we recommend having on hand at home when illness strikes. Dr. Gold’s answer is simple: fewer ...
01/16/2026

Patients often ask us what we recommend having on hand at home when illness strikes. Dr. Gold’s answer is simple: fewer products, chosen intentionally, and used to support the body, not fight against it.

Swipe through to see a few sick day essentials we keep stocked because they are evidence based and genuinely helpful.

These are tools that support hydration, comfort, breathing, and recovery when you are sick without overmedicating or adding unnecessary side effects.

Our approach is about being prepared without overmedicating. Using tools that help when they’re needed and avoiding those that add risk without real benefit.

In our next post, we’ll also share a few common medicine cabinet staples we don’t routinely recommend and why.

We’re curious. What are your sick day essentials at home?

Finding the right doctor shouldn’t feel impossible.We’re honored to be the place where patients finally feel seen, heard...
01/08/2026

Finding the right doctor shouldn’t feel impossible.

We’re honored to be the place where patients finally feel seen, heard, and supported.

There’s a certain type of patient we see all the time.They’re busy. High-functioning. Successful. They show up to work, ...
01/06/2026

There’s a certain type of patient we see all the time.

They’re busy. High-functioning. Successful. They show up to work, take care of everyone else, and push through discomfort because “that’s just life.”

But underneath that momentum, there are patterns that keep coming up.

-The reflux that’s been written off as stress eating or late nights.
-The exhaustion that doesn’t go away no matter how much coffee you drink.
-The anxiety that feels like restlessness, irritability, or trouble sleeping, but never quite gets called anxiety.
-The nutrient deficiencies hiding behind hair thinning, muscle aches, or brain fog.
-The sleep apnea that looks like snoring, morning headaches, or never feeling fully rested.

These aren’t dramatic symptoms which is why they’re easy to normalize even though they shouldn't be.

Feeling “mostly fine” isn’t the same as being well.
When symptoms become background noise, they quietly chip away at energy, focus, mood, and long-term health.

If this sounds a lot like you, having a doctor who asks better questions, looks for patterns, and doesn’t rush past the things you’ve learned to live with is exactly what you need. So, before you sweep your next "off" day under the rug, make sure you're asking for help where you need it.

High-performing doesn’t have to mean running on empty.

We love seeing our patients taking care of themselves in real life, at the gym, on a walk, between meetings, or wherever...
01/01/2026

We love seeing our patients taking care of themselves in real life, at the gym, on a walk, between meetings, or wherever the day takes them. Staying hydrated, moving your body, and showing up consistently all count, no matter the pace.

This time of year, there’s a lot of pressure to start the new year at 100%. New routines, big goals, dramatic changes, all at once. But that pace is exactly why so many resolutions don’t stick.

Studies show nearly 80% of New Year’s resolutions fade by February, not because people don’t care, but because they try to do too much, too fast.

What actually works is slower, steadier progress:
Small habits.
Daily check-ins.
Routines that fit your life instead of fight it.

Health doesn’t need to come with guilt, shame, or all-or-nothing thinking. The most sustainable changes are the ones you can repeat on your busiest, messiest days, not just your motivated ones.

As we head into the new year, think less about a full reset and more about a routine you can live with. One sip of water, one workout, one choice at a time.

That’s how real momentum is built.

12/31/2025

When you choose Encore, you’re choosing an easier way to navigate your health. If you don’t believe us, we got Angela to answer some of our most frequently asked questions.

The holidays are usually when sugar sneaks in the most. Not just in desserts, but in drinks, snacks, and “little treats”...
12/30/2025

The holidays are usually when sugar sneaks in the most. Not just in desserts, but in drinks, snacks, and “little treats” that add up quickly. And while sugar isn’t something to fear, it does influence how our brain and body function over time.

When we eat large amounts of added sugar, especially without protein or fiber, blood glucose rises quickly and then drops just as fast. Research shows that repeated glucose spikes can increase inflammation, impair insulin signaling, and affect areas of the brain involved in mood, focus, and impulse control. Over time, consistently high added sugar intake has been associated with a higher risk of metabolic disease, cardiovascular disease, and cognitive decline.

The good news? Supporting longevity doesn’t require cutting everything out. Small steps truly make a difference.

Supportive strategies include:
• Pairing sweets with protein or fiber to reduce glucose spikes
• Choosing whole foods more often than ultra-processed ones
• Eating at regular intervals to prevent energy crashes and cravings
• Staying hydrated, which helps with appetite regulation, energy, and cognitive function

Simple adjustments like these help stabilize blood sugar, reduce inflammation, and support brain health without making food feel restrictive.

Post-holiday health isn’t about “fixing” anything — it’s about sustainable support for your body long term.

If you’re curious how nutrition may be impacting your energy, focus, metabolism, or long-term health, we’re here to help you look at the full picture.

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