Stephanie C. Whyte, MD

02/19/2026

Back in November, I attended the fabulous Empower Conference, put on by the Grundy County Chamber of Commerce & Industry. All attendees were encouraged to write a note of positivity to be sent to another attendee, and this week I received mine in the mail. Much appreciation to the local businesswoman who sent this lovely message.

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02/18/2026

Indoor air quality is frequently much worse than outdoor air quality, especially during cold and flu season, when we rarely open up our windows because of the cold. You've probably seen posts lately about "house burping," which is essentially making a habit of airing out your house. Today is a great day to get some fresh air in our homes, before it turns cold again. (Those with respiratory conditions should check the air quality index in their area first, of course).

02/15/2026

We had a nice Valentine's Day walk today, complete with some (relatively) healthy snacks as a special holiday treat. If you are free March 14th, we'll be talking about the importance of fiber for your health!

02/11/2026

Some companies have truly atrocious hold music. I've come to feel that way even more as I approach hour three of being on hold.

02/09/2026

When it comes to the February Walk with a Doc, you never know what you are going to get, but I'm very excited for such a promising forecast! Come join us on Saturday, February 14th, at 10 AM at Lake Chaminwood. We'll be talking about Social Connection and its effects on health. We will also have free keychain whistles to give to those in attendance.

Link to the event is in the comments.

02/07/2026

What do you do when it is National Wear Red Day and date night? You wear red to the Hellwood Putting League!

01/20/2026

I love this video about searching for a better way to provide healthcare and how it highlights the role Direct Primary Care can play in that future!

01/10/2026

Today is an excellent day to put the old adage "There is no such thing as bad weather, just bad clothing" to the test! Join us for our monthly Walk with a Doc at Lake Chaminwood at 10 AM. We will be discussing Seasonal Affective Disorder, and I'll be wearing some of my best waterproof winter gear, while enjoying a walk in what is supposed to by snow by that point.

12/30/2025

So glad to see DPC in the news! And a pretty accurate representation, too--thanks, NBC!

What was a niche aspect of medical care just a few years ago has exploded to thousands of practices across the country. In direct primary care, medical providers don’t take insurance. Instead, their patients pay a monthly subscription fee. In exchange they get easier access, longer appointments, a...

12/11/2025

Because Saturday's weather could make for some dangerous driving, I am canceling our December walk. I had been excited to give away this year's Santa hats for the walk, so if you would still like to get one, they will be available in the foyer for my office at 837B S. Ridge Rd in Minooka, while supplies last. You can stop by Friday from 9 AM to 3 PM or Monday from 9 AM to 5 PM.

I encourage everyone who would normally participate in the walk to find a way to get some exercise at home, even if we can't get together on Saturday.

12/06/2025

This year, I heard about the Festival of Trees fundraiser in Coal City, and I thought it would be fun to create a pink flamingo tree! I even located a pink Squatty Potty to put under the tree as a gift. Pictured here are my tree-decorating helpers, my parents.

If you are in the Coal City area today, December 6th from 10-6 PM, or tomorrow, December 7th from 10-5 PM, stop by the Assumption Church Berst Center for some Christmas entertainment and a chance to enter to win one of 50 awesome trees/presents.

11/08/2025

It is a beautiful, brisk fall morning for our walk today! I prefer the cloudless fall days, but at least it isn’t supposed to rain until after our walk.