About Allison DePersia, MD

Allison DePersia, MD, a medical oncologist at Endeavor Health, specializes in inherited cancer syndromes with a focus on cancer risk assessment, screening and prevention. She supports individuals with increased cancer risk by reviewing family history, genetic testing and other key factors to build personalized screening plans. Dr. DePersia integrates evolving research and innovative screening methods, including emerging blood-based technologies, to help identify cancer earlier when it is more treatable. Her clinical approach emphasizes proactive care grounded in evidence-based practice.

My endeavor

My endeavor is to provide excellent care for my patients.

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Care philosophy

I treat patients the way I would want to be treated. I strive to be detail-oriented, up to date on their needs and reachable whenever they need support.

Overview

  • Languages English
  • Gender Female

Clinical focus

  • Genetics
  • Oncology

Procedures performed

  • Clinical Breast Exam
  • Skin Biopsy for Genetic Testing
  • Pharmacogenomics Testing
  • Multi Cancer Early Detection (MCED) Testing
  • Genomic screening

Conditions treated

  • Hereditary Cancer Syndromes such as BRCA 1/2
  • Ovarian
  • Lynch syndrome
  • Pancreatic
  • Etc
  • High Risk screening

Board specialties

  • Oncology
  • Internal Medicine
Endeavor Health Medical Group
1000 Central St., Suite 610
Evanston, IL 60201-1780
(847) 570-1029 Get directions
Medical School
  • 2012
    New York University School of Medicine
Residencies
  • 2015
    Internal Medicine
    University of Chicago Hospitals
Fellowships
  • 2018
    Hematology/Oncology
    University of Chicago Hospitals
Board certifications
  • 2015
    Internal Medicine
    American Board of Internal Medicine
  • 2018
    Medical Oncology
    American Board of Internal Medicine
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November 29, 2025
Care providers were excellent.
November 11, 2025
Professional, trustworthy, caring
October 4, 2025
Took time with us
October 2, 2025
Very attentive and helpful.
September 23, 2025
Dr DePersia is knowledgeable, attentive, thoughtful and explains medical treatments and options very carefully. She remembers details from my personal life which is always a nice touch.
September 14, 2025
Both the intake nurse and the Dr were very knowledgeable, professional, kind and understanding
September 11, 2025
The doctor and staff were all very kind and compassionate, professional and knowledgeable!
August 9, 2025
Provided wonderful patient care and a wealth of relevant information. Superb!
August 7, 2025
Dr. DePersia is the nicest doctor I've ever met. She spent so much time with me and answered all of my questions. I really felt like I mattered in her office. So glad I found her!
August 6, 2025
Dr. Allison DePersia is a caring physician and very thorough. She takes time to get to know you as well as your family members.
July 20, 2025
Professional, knowledgeable, good communicator
July 10, 2025
Dr. Depersia is an excellent physician. She is extremely knowledgeable, thorough, caring, thoughtful, and personable. I highly recommend her and feel fortunate to have her as my physician.
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Is Genetic Testing Right for You?
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Is genetic testing right for you?

Did you know that between 5% and 10% of breast cancer cases are linked to inherited genetic mutations? While your genetic makeup isn’t visible, understanding your genetic profile can help personalize your screening and improve your chances of preventing breast cancer.

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