meet our team
Colin Petranu, MD, FAAP
Board-Certified Pediatrician
Languages spoken:
Spanish
Q&A with Dr. Petranu
What is your favorite animated movie or cartoon?
My favorite animated movies are Frozen and Frozen II. I enjoy spending time with my kiddos watching movies.
What is your favorite children's book?
My favorite children’s book is Madeline because it reminds me of all the wonderful times I got to read it with my kids.
What was your favorite childhood toy?
My favorite childhood toy was LEGOs.
Who is your greatest inspiration?
My parents. They immigrated to this country with very little and built a truly wonderful life for themselves and their children.
What are your hobbies and interests outside of work?
Spending time with my wife and 3 kids, traveling, hiking, restaurants, watching my kids play sports, going to the beach, and Chicago sports. Go Bears and Illini!
What inspired you to work in pediatrics?
I enjoy working with children and taking care of them. I love building great relationships with the families I take care of and watching the kiddos grow up.
What unique qualities, skills, or services set you apart, and how do you build a positive rapport with patients and their families?
I am good at communicating with kids and try to make the potentially stressful experience of going to the doctor one that is comfortable and even enjoyable. I love getting to know families and building trust with them.
How do you accommodate patients with special needs?
We welcome all patients and our goal is to provide the best possible care for all kids.