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Dr. Altchek’s office is located on the Upper East Side in the heart of Manhattan, NY. Dr. Altchek is dedicated to the complete care of the skin, the early detection and cure of skin cancer, the care of aging skin, and the relief of suffering from skin disease. Dr. Altchek is a renowned dermatologic surgeon with expertise in skin resurfacing, laser, microdermabrasion, fillers and wrinkle treatments. He is also an expert in difficult to diagnose and treat dermatologic conditions and tropical diseases of the skin. Dr. Altchek believes “the skin is the mirror of life” in that it reflects all of health. The philosophy of the office is to help all in need of skin care, and in doing so, promote better health.
Dr. Altchek attended Quaker schools, Friends Seminary, Friends Academy, and the University of Pennsylvania, where he majored in English literature further diversified his education by studying medicine at the at the Complutense University of Madrid. He then trained in surgery and dermatology at Mount Sinai.
He is currently Clinical Professor of Dermatology and the archivist of the Department of Dermatology at Mount Sinai. Dr. Altchek has taught dermatologic surgery at Mount Sinai for over 30 years. He practices out of the oldest, continuous dermatology office in Manhattan (in operation since 1929) and is a member of the United Nations Medical Corps. He is frequently consulted in tropical dermatology. At one time, he had the largest Hansen’s disease practice in the city. Fluent in Spanish, French, Portuguese, Italian, and Catalan, Dr. Altchek also reads Hebrew and Old English.
He has published a variety of papers and book chapters dealing with hair transplantation, skin tumors, eczema, and the history of dermatology. Several of his publications were in Spanish and Portuguese and have appeared in international publications and texts. He has lectured both in this country and abroad on subjects ranging from forensic dermatology to tropical dermatology.
Dr. Leon E. Brown is a private practice dermatologist in Takoma Park, Maryland. His practice covers the full range of medical dermatology treatment for his patients with skin conditions ranging from acne to skin cancer and everything in between. Dr. Brown also has a passion for helping his patients achieve their ideal body image. His patients can now benefit from the CynoSure® SculpSure® body contouring laser. This tool permits non-surgical, non-invasive body shaping for patients at or near their target body weight, but are unable to achieve desired body shape through diet and exercise. Dr. Brown feels this is a new and exciting option for those who see no reasonable non-surgical solution.
Dr. Brown graduated from Norfolk State University before attending medical school at Howard University’s College of Medicine. After completing a residency with District of Columbia General Hospital, Dr. Brown returned to Howard University Hospital for his dermatology residency. He opened his dermatology practice in 1982 and has been serving the residents in Maryland’s Takoma Park area since 1990. Dr. Brown is a member of the American Board of Dermatology, American Academy of Dermatology, National Medical Association, Howard University Medical Alumni Association and he is a medical staff member at Washington Adventist Hospital.
Joseph Sedrak, MD, FAAD, FACMS, FASDS, is a board-certified dermatologist and board-certified micrographic dermatology surgeon, providing expert skin care services at California Dermatology Physicians in Huntington Beach, California.
After graduating at the top of his class at the University of South Alabama College of Medicine in Mobile, Alabama, Dr. Sedrak completed his general surgery training at the University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA). He then went on to finish his intensive dermatology residency at Loma Linda University in Loma Linda, California.
Dedicated to advancing his training and skill set, Dr. Sedrak pursued a fellowship in Mohs micrographic surgery and procedural dermatology with world-renowned Mohs surgeon Abel Torres, MD, JD, MBA, FAAD, FACMS. Dr. Sedrak also trained with plastic surgeons, advancing his skills in skin surgery so he can treat complex cases.
A native of Southern California, Dr. Sedrak relocated to Houston, Texas, and built a dermatology practice while raising his family. At his practice in Houston, Dr. Sedrak treated more than 10,000 skin cancer patients and is heralded as a leader in the field.
Dr. Sedrak is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology (FAAD) and has authored chapters in textbooks for dermatologists and dermatology students.
At California Dermatology Physicians, Dr. Sedrak combines his education and experience to provide patients with high-quality dermatology care using the most advanced tools and techniques available.
When not at the office, Dr. Sedrak spends time with his wife, Dr. Silvia Sedrak, DO, and their four daughters.
Miami Dermatology & Skin Care is a leading dermatology practice in Miami, Florida, dedicated to providing personalized and comprehensive care for adults and children with dermatological conditions.
Practicing for more than 15 years, Dr. Ricotti is board-certified by the American Boards of Dermatology and Dermatopathology. He has a special interest in combining all clinical and pathological information about each patient’s skin health to provide the best care possible.
Dr. Ricotti completed his dermatology residency at the University of Miami in Florida, followed by a dermatopathology fellowship at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas, where he later served as a faculty member in the Department of Dermatology. He was also a staff physician for the University of Miami Hospitals Inpatient Dermatology Unit.
In 2010, Dr. Ricotti launched Vitro Dermatopathology, a dermatopathology referral service in South Florida, which he currently directs and manages. Dr. Ricotti is also an active investigator in several clinical trials and has extensively published in peer-reviewed scientific journals and authored book chapters for dermatology texts.
He is often invited to speak on dermatological conditions, like psoriasis, eczema, and acne, at local, national, and international medical conferences.
At Miami Dermatology & Skin Care, Dr. Ricotti specializes in comprehensive general dermatologic care, including skin cancer screenings, mole removal, and biopsies. The practice offers state-of-the-art treatments for rashes, hair loss, and other dermatological conditions. Dr. Ricotti works closely with each patient to develop personalized treatment plans tailored to their unique needs and concerns.
Miami Dermatology & Skin Care is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a welcoming and comfortable environment. Dr. Ricotti and the team strive to create a positive experience for every patient with services and support that helps them achieve healthy, beautiful skin.
Dr. Allen N. Sapadin graduated summa cum laude from Yeshiva Univeristy and received his medical degree from the Mount Sinai School of Medicine. Prior to accepting a research fellowship at Mount Sinai Medical Center, Dr. Sapadin attended Rutgers Law School and graduated with honors.
He returned to Mount Sinai to complete a dermatology residency and served as Chief Resident in his third year. While a resident he earned many awards, including election to the Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) medical honor society. Each year this honor is bestowed upon three of six hundred residents at Mount Sinai Medical Center. In his third year of residency Dr. Sapadin was chosen by the American Academy of Dermatology to represent the United States at the annual British Association of Dermatologists meeting.
Following his residency, Dr. Sapadin joined the full-time faculty at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine. There he earned the prestigious Solomon Silver award for excellence in clinical medicine.
Dr. Sapadin is an internationally-known researcher whose curriculum vitae includes over 100 publications. He lectures widely at national and international meetings and is frequently invited by hospitals to give “Grand Rounds” presentations. Most recently, Dr. Sapadin edited a theme issue for the Mount Sinai Journal of Medicine that is entirely devoted to Dermatology.
Dr. Sapadin is a Diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology and is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology. He is Associate Clinical Professor of Dermatology at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine, Attending at Hackensack University Medical Center, and resides in Englewood, N.J. with his family.
Dr. Vitaly Terushkin is a fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon and a board-certified dermatologist and dermatopathologist. He practices Mohs surgery for melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancer. He also teaches dermatology residents at Weill Cornell Medical College. Dr. Terushkin is one of a few Mohs surgeons in the tri-state area formally trained to treat melanoma with Mohs surgery and the MART-1 immunostain. In addition, he is one of a handful of Mohs surgeons in the country to have completed a fellowship in dermatopathology. Since entering practice, he has performed over 6,500 Mohs surgeries.
Dr. Terushkin graduated summa cum laude from Brandeis University and then attended NYU School of Medicine. While in medical school, he spent an extra year conducting research at the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. He completed his internship in internal medicine at the Mount Sinai Medical Center and his dermatology residency at NYU, where he also served as chief resident. Dr. Terushkin then completed a fellowship in Micrographic surgery and dermatologic oncology under the guidance of Drs. Zitelli and Brodland, recognized leaders in the field. He subsequently returned to NYU to complete a fellowship in dermatopathology.
Dr. Terushkin has published over 30 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters. He is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology, American College of Mohs Surgery, American Society of Dermatologic Surgery, and American Society of Dermatopathology. He is a peer reviewer for several professional medical journals. He is fluent in Russian and conversational in Spanish.
At the Dermatology and Laser Center, Dr. Cole B. Willoughby provides dermatology services to residents throughout San Diego, Hillcrest, and Chula Vista, California. His services include care for acne and skin cancer in addition to Botox®, fillers, tattoo removal, Mohs surgery, electronic brachytherapy, and photofacials.
Dr. Willoughby is board certified in Dermatology and Dermatopathology. He completed both undergraduate and medical school degrees at the Ohio State University.
Following graduation from the OSU College of Medicine in 1968, he completed his internship in San Francisco and his dermatology residency at the Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio, TX.
Dr. Willoughby completed his dermatopathology training at the Armed Forces Institute of Pathology in Washington, D.C. He finished military service as chief at the Tripler Army Hospital in Hawaii where he served as assistant chief of the dermatology training program.
Since 1975, he has been in practice dermatology practice in Chula Vista and serves the surrounding areas. in Chula Vista.
At the Dermatology and Laser Center, Dr. Cole B. Willoughby provides dermatology services to residents throughout San Diego, Hillcrest, and Chula Vista, California. His services include care for acne and skin cancer in addition to Botox®, fillers, tattoo removal, Mohs surgery, electronic brachytherapy, and photofacials.
Dr. Willoughby is board certified in Dermatology and Dermatopathology. He completed both undergraduate and medical school degrees at the Ohio State University.
Following graduation from the OSU College of Medicine in 1968, he completed his internship in San Francisco and his dermatology residency at the Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio, TX.
Dr. Willoughby completed his dermatopathology training at the Armed Forces Institute of Pathology in Washington, D.C. He finished military service as chief at the Tripler Army Hospital in Hawaii where he served as assistant chief of the dermatology training program.
Since 1975, he has been in practice dermatology practice in Chula Vista and serves the surrounding areas. in Chula Vista.
At the Dermatology and Laser Center, Dr. Cole B. Willoughby provides dermatology services to residents throughout San Diego, Hillcrest, and Chula Vista, California. His services include care for acne and skin cancer in addition to Botox®, fillers, tattoo removal, Mohs surgery, electronic brachytherapy, and photofacials.
Dr. Willoughby is board certified in Dermatology and Dermatopathology. He completed both undergraduate and medical school degrees at the Ohio State University.
Following graduation from the OSU College of Medicine in 1968, he completed his internship in San Francisco and his dermatology residency at the Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio, TX.
Dr. Willoughby completed his dermatopathology training at the Armed Forces Institute of Pathology in Washington, D.C. He finished military service as chief at the Tripler Army Hospital in Hawaii where he served as assistant chief of the dermatology training program.
Since 1975, he has been in practice dermatology practice in Chula Vista and serves the surrounding areas. in Chula Vista.
When it comes to dermatology, the physicians who get the best results are the ones that address medical needs with an artistic touch. David A. Bushore, MD, at Balcones Dermatology and Aesthetics, has a keen eye for detail and vast experience in cosmetic, medical, and surgical dermatology. Located in Austin, Texas, Dr. Bushore addresses a full range of skin issues in patients of all ages.
At his premier practice, Dr. Bushore treats conditions from skin cancer to spider veins and provides a variety of innovative cosmetic procedures, including platelet rich plasma (PRP) therapy and microdermabrasion.
He also created the Austin Natural Look™, which takes each patient's balance, symmetry, and aesthetic into consideration. That leads to a healthy appearance that enhances the patient’s natural beauty.
A board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Bushore was born and raised in Knoxville, Tennessee, where he attended the University of Tennessee for medical school and his dermatology residency. In 2003, he relocated to Austin, Texas, and joined Balcones Dermatology and Aesthetics.
Dr. Bushore belongs to a multitude of professional organizations, including the:
American Board of Dermatology
American Society for Dermatologic Surgery
Travis County Medical Society
Texas Dermatological Society
Texas Medical Association
He’s also a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, and he served as president of the Austin Dermatological Society from 2007-2008.
When he’s not at the office, he is spending time with his wife and two children.
Santiago Centurion, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist, dermatopathologist, and Mohs surgeon practicing at Dermatology Associates of Central NJ in Old Bridge, Freehold, Tom's River, and Union, New Jersey. Dr. Centurion specializes in the treatment and evaluation of skin cancer. Before joining Dermatology Associates, Dr. Centurion was chief of dermatologic surgery at the East Orange Veterans Hospital.
Dr. Centurion’s career is firmly rooted in New Jersey, starting with his residency in dermatology, fellowship in dermatopathology, and training in Mohs surgery at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, where he later rose to director of dermatologic surgery. One of the largest schools of health sciences of its kind, the University of Medicine and Dentistry is considered the leading research university in New Jersey.
Over the course of his distinguished career, Dr. Centurion has instructed countless medical fellows, residents, and students on skin cancer surgery. He has performed several thousand Mohs, dermatologic, and laser surgeries. His expertise is documented in numerous published scientific papers, as well as in his contributions to scores of dermatology textbooks.
Dr. Centurion’s professional links include membership in the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Academy of Dermatopathology, the American Society for Mohs Surgery, the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery, the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society, Sigma Xi – The Scientific Research Society, and the Resident Editorial Advisory Board.
Stephen Suah, MD, MS, is a skilled dermatologist serving the community of Washington, DC, at Foxhall Dermatology.
Dr. Suah received his undergraduate degree and medical degree from the University of Florida. He also received his Master’s in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from Georgetown University, graduating summa cum laude.
During residency, Dr. Suah focused on patient-centered care, medical dermatology, cosmetic dermatology, and skin of color while training at Howard University in Washington, DC, VA Medical Center, Walter Reed Army Medical Center and Children’s National Hospitals. Dr. Suah continues to serve in a mentorship role at the Howard University Dermatology Residency Program.
Dr. Suah is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology, the National Medical Association, and the American Medical Association. He has published chapters in medical dermatology, peer review articles and featured in the Washington Times, Washington Post, Womans World Magazine and NBC News.
A proud native of the DC area, Dr. Suah was born and raised in Silver Spring, Maryland, prior to moving to Florida with his family. Dr. Suah has been recognized by his peers as one of the Washingtonian Top Doctors in 2022-2023.
“Appointments are easy to schedule, my wait time At appointments is always minimal, the staff are courteous and professional, and Dr. Suah is thorough and friendly.”
Dr. Stephen Suah, MD
Dermatologist
4910 Massachusetts Ave, NW
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Latanya Benjamin, MD is a renowned Pediatric Dermatologist and former Professor at Stanford University. Nationally recognized as an expert in pediatric laser and surgery, acne and sun safety with media coverage in the Wall Street Journal, NY Times, LA Times, Parents, Elle, Huffington post, and USA Today.
Dr. Benjamin holds many honorary positions and was awarded the inaugural Women’s Dermatologic Society (WDS) Volunteer of the Year and currently sits on the WDS Board of Directors. She is a published author of two medical textbooks.
Dr. Benjamin is a mother and passionate advocate for women and children. She serves on medical advisory boards and is a consultant for select industry, including an ambassador role with Dove. Dr. Benjamin is a sought after speaker and a respected leader in her field.
“I just want to say Doctor Benjamin is truly heaven sent. My first appointment was amazing, she was very kind and informative. I am looking forward to my daughters hair growth journey with Dr. Benjamin.”
Board-certified dermatologist and dermatopathologist Adaobi Nwaneshiudu Obasi, MD, PhD, offers her expertise and skills at Cutis Wellness Dermatology & Dermatopathology, PLLC in Laredo, Texas.
Dr. Obasi graduated from Temple University School of Medicine in Philadelphia with specialization in the Department of Dermatology. There she also received her Doctorate in Microbiology and Immunology and was part of the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honors Society.
After finishing her internship at Crozer Chester Medical Center in Upland, Pennsylvania, Dr. Obasi completed her residency in dermatology and a fellowship in dermatopathology at the University of Chicago Medical Center.
While Dr. Obasi is qualified to treat all dermatological conditions, including skin cancer, disorders of the external genitalia, and inflammatory skin conditions, she is particularly interested in the field of cosmetic dermatology as well as ethnic skin dermatology as it relates to pigmentary disorders.
“It was a pleasure meeting Dr. Adaobi. The only concern was the waiting time. I filled out the paperwork promptly, including online information. I was scheduled at 1:30 and was seen until approximately 3:00 pm. Overall the visit with the doctor was great!
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A Los Angeles native, Dr. Soleymani completed his undergraduate studies in Evolutionary Biology at UCLA. He went on to graduate from the University of California, Irvine School of Medicine, during which time he was awarded numerous accolades for academic excellence and was inducted into the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha honor society, considered widely to be the highest award bestowed in medical school.
Dr. Soleymani completed his internship at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, where he was awarded the UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine Excellence in Teaching with Humanism Award. He then went on to complete his residency at Stanford University in Palo Alto, California, one of the world’s most premier dermatology training programs. While at Stanford, Dr. Soleymani worked with world-renowned experts in cutaneous oncology and complex skin diseases and was the recipient of various academic awards and distinctions.
Following residency, Dr. Soleymani completed a rigorous fellowship in Mohs Micrographic Surgery, Cutaneous Oncology, and Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the Zitelli and Brodland Skin Cancer Center under the tutelage of John Zitelli, M.D., considered by many to be the world’s most prestigious and competitive fellowship program. His fellowship was directed by both John Zitelli, M.D. and David Brodland, M.D, widely considered to be two of the pre-eminent leading authorities in Mohs surgery. Notably, Dr. Soleymani’s fellowship director, Dr. John A. Zitelli, MD, was trained directly by Dr. Frederic E. Mohs himself, the founder and pioneer of Mohs surgery. This direct lineage from Dr. Mohs enables Dr. Soleymani provides his patients with the highest-quality Mohs surgery possible. Additionally and in much acclaim, Dr. Soleymani’s unique fellowship training was the only program in the world that included fellowship training in both Mohs Micrographic Surgery and Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery as well. As a result he is one of only a handful of Mohs Surgeons in the world with dedicated specialized training in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery as well, allowing him to provide the best possible functional and aesthetic reconstructive results.
Dr. Soleymani also completed a fellowship in dermatopharmacology, clinical trials and drug development at the famed Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology at NYU in New York City. During this time, he was a co-investigator for over 14 different investigator-initiated and industry-sponsored, multi-center, phase I-III clinical trials developing new drugs for various diseases in dermatology. His work during his fellowship earned him the coveted Maurice Husik, M.D. Award for Best Research.
Prior to establishing California Dermatology and Mohs Surgery Specialists, Dr. Soleymani practiced as a full-time Clinical Professor of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery at UCLA, where he was also the Director of the Pigmented Lesions and Melanoma Clinic, as well as Co-Director of Mohs Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology Fellowship Education and Resident Surgery Education programs.
During his tenure at UCLA, Dr. Soleymani received both local and national acclaim for introducing landmark and pioneering surgical treatments for complex, high-risk and challenging skin cancers. He introduced advanced Mohs micrographic surgery with intra-operative immunostaining to UCLA, pioneered groundbreaking work for the treatment of early-stage melanomas on the head and neck developed UCLA’s first Mohs Surgery for Melanoma program. He also pioneered the creation and utilization of advanced intra-operative immunostaining during surgery for high-risk, complex and rare-skin cancers, which allowed for much higher tumor cure rates and greater successful clearance of the most challenging tumors. As a result of his pioneering work, Dr. Soleymani was able to make tremendous improvements in patient outcomes and quality of care.
In addition to clinical patient care, Dr. Soleymani remains robustly active in academic research, continuing to publish numerous scientific papers in peer-reviewed journals and book chapters in textbooks. He has lectured and continues to present at local, regional, and national academic conferences and remains active in clinical and translational research regarding dermatologic oncology and surgical reconstruction. He is considered by many to be a key thought leader and national expert in skin cancer treatment.
In his spare time, Dr. Soleymani enjoys spending quality time with his wife and sons, staying active, and traveling.
Awards
2021 Victor Newcomer Outstanding Clinical Teaching Award, David Geffen School of Medicine, UCLA 2021
Tenth Annual Rising Derm Stars Competition Award Recipient; Maui, HI 2018
ASDS Annual Conference Resident Scholarship Award; Phoenix, AZ 2018
Cosmetic Surgery Forum Resident Scholarship Recipient; Las Vegas, NV 2017
Anita Gilliam, MD Best Resident Case Award, Pacific Dermatologic Association, San Francisco, CA 2017
ASDS Annual Conference Resident Scholarship Award; Chicago Il 2016 Maurice Husik, MD
Award for Best Research, The Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, NYU School of Medicine 2015
UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine Excellence in Teaching with Humanism Residents and Fellows Award (first resident in the history of the department of medicine at Cedars-Sinai to given this award) 2013
Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA), UC Irvine School of Medicine 2012
Dean’s Award for Excellence in Basic Sciences, Two Years Cumulative 2012
Dean’s Award for Excellence in Pathology, National Pathology Honor Society 2011
Dean’s Award for Excellence in Basic Sciences, First Year 2011
Dean’s Letter of Commendation for Excellence in Anatomy 2011
Dean’s Letter of Commendation for Excellence in Neuroscience 2011
Dean’s Letter of Commendation for Excellence in Physiology 2011
Dean’s Letter of Commendation for Excellence in Histology 2010
UCLA College of Letters and Science – Cum Laude Latin Honors 2010
UCLA Department of Biology - Departmental Honors
Practice
California Dermatology and Mohs Surgery Specialists
Emmanuel R. Loucas, M.D., P.C., is a board-certified dermatologist with more than 20 years of experience in private practice. At Loucas Dermatology on the Upper East Side of Manhattan in New York City, Dr. Loucas offers state-of-the-art medical and cosmetic products and procedures to help patients enjoy healthy, beautiful skin at every stage of life.
After graduating summa cum laude from the University of South Carolina School of Medicine, Dr. Loucas completed his residency in dermatology at Tulane University in New Orleans, where he served as Chief Resident his senior year. As a New York native, Dr. Loucas was eager to return to his hometown, which he did, opening his personal dermatology practice in 1995.
Dr. Loucas helps patients look and feel their best with innovative skin rejuvenation therapies, including Vampire Facials®, chemical peels, Botox, and laser treatments. He offers facial volume restoration with various fillers and performs Vampire Facelifts® to soften fine lines, and improve facial contour and wrinkles.
In addition to providing restorative services, Dr. Loucas also treats all common dermatologic conditions, including acne, psoriasis, and rosacea, helping patients find relief from pain and discomfort. He has a special interest in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of all types of skin cancer. Patients see Dr. Loucas for routine mole screenings to detect skin cancer early when it’s easier to treat.
As a physician, teacher, and mentor, Dr. Loucas doesn’t believe in jumping on the latest fad in skin care. He offers only dermatologic treatments and technologies that have demonstrated clinical results.
Dr. Loucas and his team at Loucas Dermatology offer personalized, result-driven dermatological care in a warm, compassionate setting. Outside of work, Dr. Loucas enjoys spending time with his wife and children and cruising around Central Park on his StreetStrider® elliptical workout bike.
Dr. Loucas is accepting new patients, so call or click to schedule your appointment today.
Dr. Suleman Bangash is Board Certified in Dermatology and is a Fellowship trained Mohs Micrographic Skin Cancer Surgeon. Dr. Bangash is originally from the Elgin area and is a graduate of Elgin Academy. He attended Northwestern University for his undergraduate studies and attended medical school at the Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine. He did his internship training at Summa Health System, in Ohio, and then completed his Dermatology residency in New York City at the Lutheran General Hospital.
After completing his dermatology training, Dr. Bangash was one of only 40 physicians chosen nationwide to do an additional year of Mohs Surgery fellowship training. He completed his Moh’s Surgery Fellowship in Tallahassee, Florida at a program accredited by the American College of Mohs Surgery. As a fellowship trained Mohs Surgeon, Dr. Bangash is trained in the surgical removal, pathologic interpretation, and reconstructive surgery of skin cancer. As an expert in Cutaneous Oncology, he is involved in the treatment, management, and regular follow-up of high-risk skin cancer patients.Dr. Bangash continued his work for two years at Dermatology Associates of Tallahassee as an Attending Mohs Surgeon. He then returned to his hometown in the northwest suburbs of Chicago, where he now practices at Mohs Surgery and Dermatology Center, with offices located in Elgin and Crystal Lake, IL. Dr. Bangash is a staff physician affiliated with Sherman and Provena St. Joseph Hospitals in Elgin, Centegra Woodstock Memorial Hospital, and St. Alexius hospital in Hoffman Estates.
Dr. Bangash has lectured and presented at national meetings of the American Academy of Dermatology and the American College of Mohs Surgery. In addition, Dr. Bangash has been published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery. As an educator, Dr. Bangash has taught Mohs Micrographic Surgery to Dermatology residents in New York City. Dr. Bangash has been featured in the local media and since 2004 has volunteered to conduct free skin cancer screenings for the American Cancer Society and the American Academy of Dermatology.
Dr. Bangash is a member of the prestigious American College of Mohs Surgery, the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, and the American Medical Association.
Dr. Bangash is an avid outdoorsman and sports fan. He resides with his wife in the Chicago area.
Bharati Chittineni, MD, known as "Dr. C", is a board-certified Dermatologist practicing in the Chicago Suburbs since 2002. Dr. C was born in California and raised in Oklahoma before coming to Illinois. She completed a Bachelor of Science in Cell and Structural Biology at the University of Illinois Champaign/Urbana and received her medical degree from the University of Illinois at Rockford. Dr. C completed an internship at Ravenswood Medical Center and then completed her residency in Dermatology at the University of Illinois at Chicago in 2002 and joined Midwest Dermatology Center the same year
Dr. C is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology, Chicago Dermatological Society, Illinois State Medical Society, Dermatology Foundation, and American Medical Association. She is also on staff at Good Samaritan Hospital and also at Central Du Page Hospital. Dr. C has been published in leading dermatology journals including the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology and Journal of Investigative Dermatology.
In 2008, Dr. C was selected into the Who's Who Global Directory for her achievements in dermatology.
With a dedication toward providing comprehensive treatment customized to each individual - from infants to the elderly - Dr. C believes in establishing relationships with her patients that are based on listening, open communication, patient education and empowerment. She is attracted to all aspects of dermatology including general, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology with a special interest in skin cancer prevention and treatment. Dermatology has allowed her to fuse her passions of science, art, technology, and creativity with the human spirit.
Dr. C is married to a physician and has two sons. She loves spending time with her family, traveling, watching movies, and playing tennis.