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5 Best Dermatologists in Chicago (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

Elara Kestrel
By Elara Kestrel, Health and Medical Expert · ✓ Data verified July 2026 · 8 min read

Whether you need a mole checked or you're weighing cosmetic treatment, dermatologists in Chicago cover a wide range of what skin care actually means. These practices have logged 4,747 reviews between them, and the top three alone account for over 3,600 of those, so review depth is unusually strong across this list.

Short answer: Chicago Cosmetic Surgery & Dermatology leads with 4.8 from 1,429 reviews, the deepest track record on this page. Medical Dermatology Associates of Chicago is close behind at 4.8 from 1,182, and Illinois Dermatology Institute's Loop office holds 4.7 from 1,023. Ratings across the page run from 4.6 to 4.9.
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Chicago's Dermatologists, Ranked

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 Chicago Cosmetic Surgery & Dermatology 4.8 ★ 1,429 Combined medical and cosmetic dermatology View ›
2 Medical Dermatology Associates of Chicago 4.8 ★ 1,182 Medical dermatology and skin cancer care View ›
3 Illinois Dermatology Institute - Chicago Loop Office 4.7 ★ 1,023 Same-day appointments in the Loop View ›
4 Illinois Dermatology Institute - Chicago Lakeview, IL 4.6 ★ 854 Family and pediatric dermatology in Lakeview View ›
5 Erickson Cosmetic Dermatology & Lifestyle Medicine 4.9 ★ 259 Cosmetic dermatology and lifestyle medicine View ›
5 Best Dermatologists in Chicago (2026)

Our top picks, reviewed

Chicago Cosmetic Surgery & Dermatology logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Chicago Cosmetic Surgery & Dermatology

4.81,429 Google reviews

Chicago Cosmetic Surgery & Dermatology is a River North practice offering laser treatment, injectables, skin cancer care, and general medical dermatology, with Dr. Joy Tao among the board-certified dermatologists on staff.

What people praise

  • Reviewers describe thorough diagnosis and clear treatment plans from specific named dermatologists
  • Same-day appointment availability is mentioned as a real factor in choosing this practice
  • Support staff are repeatedly singled out as warm even when reviewers had concerns about other parts of a visit

Worth knowing

  • More than one reviewer described a long wait past their scheduled appointment time on a specific visit
  • A consultation-only visit for a minor concern was described as costing more than expected for the amount of guidance given
Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume1,429 · 97th
Confidencevery high
Recency8 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown94% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The deepest review base on this page at 1,429, with a 4.8 average. The volume is real reassurance, though a few detailed reviews suggest asking upfront exactly what a consultation covers and costs.

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515 N State St Ste 900, Chicago, IL 60654

Medical Dermatology Associates of Chicago logo
#2🕑 Open 5 days/wk

Medical Dermatology Associates of Chicago

4.81,182 Google reviews

Medical Dermatology Associates of Chicago is a River North practice treating acne, eczema, psoriasis, and skin cancer, alongside cosmetic services like Botox and laser treatment, with Dr. Ross Pearlman performing Mohs surgery among other named physicians on staff.

What people praise

  • Reviewers describe Mohs surgery and cyst removal procedures with detailed, positive accounts of the surgeon walking them through each step
  • Follow-up calls after procedures are mentioned specifically by more than one reviewer
  • Integrative dermatology expertise is noted as a distinguishing factor by at least one reviewer
Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume1,182 · 91th
Confidencevery high
Recency5 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown93% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: 4.8 from 1,182 reviews. The reviews lean heavily toward medical and surgical dermatology rather than purely cosmetic visits, worth knowing if you're searching for a mole check or skin cancer screening specifically.

Website+1312-995-1955 Directions

363 W Erie St #350, Chicago, IL 60654

Illinois Dermatology Institute - Chicago Loop Office logo
#3🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Illinois Dermatology Institute - Chicago Loop Office

4.71,023 Google reviews

Illinois Dermatology Institute's Chicago Loop office is a general dermatology practice on Washington Street, with Dr. Andrew Mastro and Dr. Logas among the named physicians reviewers mention most often.

What people praise

  • Same-day appointment availability is mentioned specifically by more than one reviewer
  • Reviewers describe a streamlined, efficient visit compared to larger hospital-affiliated dermatology departments
  • Specific physicians are praised for keeping patients informed during first-time full-body checks

Worth knowing

  • One detailed review described overhearing unprofessional conversation among staff during a visit, worth being aware of though it appears to be an isolated account
Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago
Rating4.7 / 5
Review volume1,023 · 85th
Confidencevery high
Recency4 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown91% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: 4.7 from 1,023 reviews, the third-largest sample on this page. Most reviews are positive and specific to individual physicians rather than the practice as a whole.

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25 E Washington St Ste 1221, Chicago, IL 60602

Illinois Dermatology Institute - Chicago Lakeview, IL logo
#4🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Illinois Dermatology Institute - Chicago Lakeview, IL

4.6854 Google reviews

Illinois Dermatology Institute's Lakeview office is a sister location to the Loop office, on Halsted Street, offering general dermatology with Dr. Patel and Dr. Rachel Thakore named frequently by reviewers for both adult and pediatric visits.

What people praise

  • A parent described a child's difficult procedure being handled with patience and clear explanation throughout
  • Reviewers describe skin conditions being correctly diagnosed after being misdiagnosed elsewhere
  • Staff are noted for working with patients who arrive late due to unavoidable circumstances

Worth knowing

  • A reviewer specifically flagged the waiting room furniture as needing replacement, unrelated to the clinical care described
Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago
Rating4.6 / 5
Review volume854 · 79th
Confidencehigh
Recency2 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown85% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: 4.6 from 854 reviews, the lowest rating on this page but still solid, and the specific complaints in the reviews are largely about the waiting room rather than the clinical care itself.

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3000 N Halsted St Suite 409, Chicago, IL 60657

Erickson Cosmetic Dermatology & Lifestyle Medicine logo
#5🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Erickson Cosmetic Dermatology & Lifestyle Medicine

4.9259 Google reviews

Erickson Cosmetic Dermatology & Lifestyle Medicine is a Michigan Avenue practice led by Dr. Quenby Erickson, offering a wide range of cosmetic treatments including Botox, laser resurfacing, and body contouring, alongside lifestyle medicine services like hormone therapy and nutraceuticals.

What people praise

  • Reviewers specifically praise a conservative, non-aggressive treatment approach rather than being pushed toward more procedures
  • Same-visit treatment is mentioned as a time-saver compared to a separate consultation and treatment day
  • Multiple reviews note reasonable pricing as a specific factor in the visit

Worth knowing

  • The smallest review base on this page, so the sample is thinner than the others
Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume259 · 56th
Confidencehigh
Recency12 days ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown96% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: 4.9 from 259 reviews, the highest rating on this page but on the smallest sample. The reviewer sentiment is unusually consistent around Dr. Erickson's conservative, unhurried approach specifically.

Website+1312-300-6858 Directions

737 N Michigan Ave Suite 900, Chicago, IL 60611

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Health information disclaimer: This directory is informational only and not medical advice. Rankings reflect publicly available Google ratings and review volume, not clinical outcomes. Verify any practitioner’s credentials and registration with the relevant medical board before booking.

How we score

Rating is the live Google average at the time we checked. Review volume measures how many customers actually left a rating, ranked against the others on this page. Confidence blends the two, since a high rating on a small sample carries less weight than the same rating across over a thousand reviews. Recency tracks how recently people are still reviewing the practice. No business can pay to change any of these numbers.

How much does a dermatologist visit cost in Chicago? (2026)

Cost depends heavily on whether the visit is medical (often covered by insurance) or cosmetic (typically out of pocket), and none of the practices on this page publish specific consultation or treatment pricing. Ask directly what a consultation costs and whether it’s applied toward treatment if you proceed.

Serving all of Chicago

These practices cluster around River North, the Loop, Lakeview, and the Magnificent Mile, covering most of the city’s central and near-north neighborhoods. If you’re searching for a dermatologist near me in Chicago, the River North and Loop options are easiest to reach from downtown, while Lakeview serves the north side well.

What to ask before you book a dermatologist in Chicago

  • Is this visit medical (insurance-covered) or cosmetic (out of pocket), and how does that change the cost?
  • Will I see a board-certified dermatologist or a physician assistant, and does that matter for what I need?
  • What’s the full cost of a consultation, and is it applied toward treatment if I proceed?
  • How soon can you get me in if this turns out to be urgent?
  • What’s the expected follow-up schedule after a procedure or biopsy?
  • If I’m not satisfied with a cosmetic result, what’s the practice’s policy on touch-ups or corrections?

Frequently asked questions

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner (badge and top placement), but that never changes another business’s score or position.

How did you choose these dermatologists?

We pulled real Google Business Profile data for dermatologists in Chicago, including rating, review count, and recency, then ranked the strongest options by a weighted mix of those factors.

How often is this updated?

This page reflects Google data verified in July 2026. We refresh listings periodically as ratings and review counts change.

Which of these practices focuses on medical dermatology specifically?

Medical Dermatology Associates of Chicago and the two Illinois Dermatology Institute locations lean more toward medical and surgical dermatology, including skin cancer screening, based on their own sites and reviewer feedback.

Which is best for cosmetic treatment specifically?

Erickson Cosmetic Dermatology & Lifestyle Medicine and Chicago Cosmetic Surgery & Dermatology both focus heavily on cosmetic and injectable treatment, based on their own site content.

The bottom line

Chicago Cosmetic Surgery & Dermatology and Medical Dermatology Associates of Chicago are the safest defaults given their review depth and consistent 4.8 ratings. For medical concerns like skin cancer screening, ask specifically about the dermatologist’s board certification and experience with your particular concern before booking.

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