Rick D. Gillis, MD

Internal Medicine, Primary Care
Assistant Professor
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I feel strongly that the management of chronic illness is a partnership between the physician and the patient. I will be there to guide, interpret, and make recommendations to patients as they manage their illnesses and transverse our complicated healthcare system. I encourage the use of MyChart, electronic messaging, social media, the internet and other information tools to improve communication with patients and to improve health outcomes.

I feel strongly that the management of chronic illness is a partnership between the physician and the patient. I will be there to guide, interpret, and make recommendations to patients as they manage…
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About

Dr. Rick Gillis is a graduate of the Medical College of Wisconsin. He is board certified in Internal Medicine, has been in practice at Froedtert and the Medical College of Wisconsin for over 25 years, and has been on the list of Best Doctors for many years.

Dr. Gillis returned to full-time practice after leading the implementation of the electronic medical record system, patient care portal (MyChart) and other technologies to improve the processes of care over the past 10 years within the Froedtert and Medical College health systems. Dr. Gillis has also participated in the education of medical students, interns, residents, and colleagues as well as held administrative roles in various levels of the Medical College practice.

As an internist, Dr. Gillis is most often seen in the role of a primary care physician, helping to diagnose, manage and coordinate the care of patients with multiple illnesses. Dr. Gillis feels strongly that the management of chronic illness is a partnership between the physician and the patient. He will be there to guide, interpret, and make recommendations to patients as they manage their illnesses and transverse our complicated healthcare system.

Dr. Gillis encourages the use of MyChart, electronic messaging, social media, the internet as well as other information tools to improve communication, educate, and report on your health, all in an effort to improve care processes and outcomes.

MyChart is a convenient connection to your healthcare team that is used extensively in Dr. Gillis’s practice. It allows private and secure communication back and forth with the clinic as well as a view of your health problems, current medications, test results, and upcoming appointments. Additionally MyChart facilitates prescription renewals and appointment scheduling.

Dr. Gillis’ other interests include his family, running, cycling, golf, cooking, photography, classic cars and playing with technology. Many of these interests have grown from a need to help patients gain a better understanding of the management of health and chronic illnesses. This allows Dr. Gillis to do much more than prescribing a medication or making a referral it allows him to practice a philosophy of caring which encompasses the whole person.

Overview

Treatment & Services

Health Maintenance and Prevention
Medical Informatics
Virtual Visit

Diseases & Conditions

Diabetes
High Blood Pressure
Kidney Disease

Ages Seen

Adult
Senior

Languages Spoken

English

Hospital Affiliations

Froedtert Hospital

Locations

840 North 87th Street
Milwaukee, WI 53226
Sargeant Health Center

Education & Training

Medical College of Wisconsin - Milwaukee - WI - Doctor of Medicine - (1988)

Medical College of Wisconsin - Milwaukee - WI - Residency in Internal Medicine - (1988-1991)

Board Certifications

Internal Medicine

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Keep up the good work!
Dr. Gillis listens and communicates very well. Glad he is my primary care physician.
This is my initial visit with Dr Gillis, as I am moving to him as my primary care provider. I liked the way he listened and ask questions. I feel like he understands my current situation and recommended the appropriate additional blood tests, in order to better acquaint himself with my medical situation. I feel I am in very competent and caring hands with Dr Gillis.
Scheduling visit by phoning Sargeant was easy, I had less than 1 minute of waiting time, saw my physician within 1 minute as well. Really smooth. Felt good about the visit.
All is good
Dr Rick gillis has always been very concerned for my health and shows respect for me. I would definitely recommend him to others. He's very patient with my issues, and I have issues. He's a great man and doctor. Thank You for having such an awesome staff.
Great professionalism and I appreciate their expertise.
I was feeling terrible but Dr. Gillis and the nurse were very kind in helping me get the treatment I needed very promptly.
Excellent.
Dr Gillis was awesome. Very knowledgeable and informative
Dr. Gilles is a great example, of a caring physician
Personal contact
Dr. Rick Gillis, his staff & the front desk ladies are friendly & concerned. I wouldn't go anywhere else!
I've been seen by Rick Gillis for several years! He's thorough & personabledifficult to find
Dr. Gillis & his staff are the best providers. I used to live in South Florida & the care there was subpar at best
Please recognize Dr. Gillis. He's always been a very good doctor to me and I appreciate his care he takes with my health
Dr. Gillis and his staff were just wonderful from the check in lady to the Nurse who gave me my shots and of course Dr. Gillis is a great Doctor. Highly regarded.
I am very happy with my Dr. And the entire Froedtret staff at the Sargeant Health Center. I hope things don't change.
Dr. Gillis and his team always do an outstanding job of taking care of my medical needs. Very knowledgeable and kind!
Dr Gillis is always 100% professional and up to date on everything!
DR. GILLIS IS A VERY ATTENATIVE DR. HE LISTEN AND RESPOND TO QUESTIONS IN A VERY CARING PROFESSIONAL MANNER. I THANK GOD FOR DR. GILLIS.
Very professional and detailed care by all
I've always been satisfied with the service at the hospital.
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Always well taken care of. Staff is excellent
Dr Gillis is an outstanding provider, always makes good sense, I really trust his plan, I always feel he is invested in making the right decisions for my care, he is also very calming and kind, couldn't ask for more in a provider.
Dr. Gillis was highly communicative and thorough, extensively discussing with me my various health issues and the appropriate medications for each. It's very reassuring having him as my primary care physician.
Dr Gillis always explains everything and is thoughtful about any situation. Just an outstanding physician!
My Doctor and his staff Rocked...
1st visit, intake, with dr. Gillis. I liked the experience
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