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Rany Jazayerli, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist and a fellow of both the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Society of Dermatologic Surgeons. He leads Clear Skin Dermatology with locations in St. Charles, Oak Park, and Sycamore, Illinois.

Dr. Jazayerli graduated Phi Beta Kappa from Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland. He then received his medical degree from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. Dr. Jazayerli went on to complete his internship at Oakwood Hospital in Dearborn, Michigan, and his dermatology residency at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Michigan.

At his practice, Dr. Jazayerli enjoys treating skin diseases of all types in patients of all ages. He has a particular interest in skin cancer treatment and wart removal. He also uses phototherapy and advanced biologic therapies to treat psoriasis, vitiligo, eczema, and other conditions. Dr. Jazayerli has an expanding interest in various cosmetic treatments, including Botox®, Xeomin®, Juvederm®, Radiesse®, and microneedling. Clear Skin Dermatology also offers the Varilite laser to treat unwanted blood vessels and the LightSheer Duet laser to treat unwanted hair.

Dr. Jazayerli is also a nationally-recognized sportswriter, who co-founded Baseball Prospectus as a first-year medical student in 1996, and has been a contributing author on 14 different books. He has published articles for The New York Times, The Washington Post, and ESPN.com, and he has been featured in publications including Sports Illustrated, The Chicago Tribune and Sun-Times, The Daily Herald, the Kansas City Star, the Baltimore Sun, the Orlando Sun-Sentinel, and other newspapers. He was a staff writer for Grantland, a subsidiary of ESPN, and has made several TV appearances on MLB Network. He is currently a contributor for The Ringer and The Athletic.

When Dr. Jazayerli is not busy treating patients at Clear Skin Dermatology or working as a sportswriter, he enjoys spending time with his wife, Dr. Belsam Kashlan, a dentist who has a private practice in Detroit, Michigan, and their four daughters.

Christina Steil, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist who offers quality and personalized dermatologic care for both men and women. Dr. Steil is an integral member of the compassionate team at CSC Steil Dermatology, serving the western and southwestern suburbs of Chicago with offices located in Hinsdale and Downers Grove, Illinois.

Dr. Steil received her undergraduate degree in biochemistry from Washington University in St. Louis. In 1995, she earned her medical degree from The University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine and then went on to complete her internship at Loyola University Medical Center in Hines, Illinois. Following her internship, Dr. Steil spent a year in research under the tutelage of Dr. Brian Nickoloff. In 2000, at the Cook County Hospital in Chicago, Dr. Steil completed a clinical and surgical dermatology residency program where she also served as chief resident.

As part of her on-going professional development, Dr. Steil is an active member of the American Academy of Dermatology, the Chicago Dermatology Society, and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery.

Paula S. Malhotra, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist specializing in comprehensive medical and cosmetic skin care. Dr. Malhotra is a kind and compassionate team member at CSC Steil Dermatology, serving the western and southwestern suburbs of Chicago with offices conveniently located in Hinsdale and Downers Grove, Illinois.

Dr. Malhotra obtained her medical degree from the University of Louisville School of Medicine in Kentucky. She then completed a rigorous internship and residency at the University of Louisville, where she served as chief resident of dermatology in 2008. Dr. Malhotra then practiced and was on faculty at Northwestern Medicine from 2012-2022.

Because she is passionate about personalized care for patients of all ages, Dr. Malhotra encourages an honest dialogue with every one of her patients. It is her goal that they have the information they need on the latest treatments and access to the most state-of-the-art technologies. Dr. Malhotra works one-on-one with patients to develop a comprehensive treatment plan that helps them achieve or restore glowing and natural skin. She strongly emphasizes patient education and mapping a comprehensive treatment plan suitable for each patient. Dr. Malhotra specializes in injectables such as Botox, Dysport, Juvederm, Restylane, Sculptra, Kybella, PRP, and laser procedures for red blood vessels, brown spots, and laser resurfacing.

Dr. Malhotra is a native of Hopkinsville, KY but has lived in the Chicagoland area for over ten years and is proud to call it her home. She and her husband enjoy traveling, staying fit, and spending time with their two sons.

Rachel Bognet, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist who specializes in performing Mohs surgery for skin cancer. Dr. Bognet is a kind and compassionate member of the team at CSC Steil Dermatology, serving the western and southwestern suburbs of Chicago with offices conveniently located in Hinsdale and Downers Grove, Illinois.

Dr. Bognet obtained her medical degree from Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia. She then completed her internship at Lehigh Valley Hospital in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Bognet went on to complete a rigorous residency program at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia.

Because she is passionate about individualized care for patients of all ages, Dr. Bognet offers convenient appointment days and times. She encourages an honest dialogue with patients so that they can have the information needed on the latest treatments, access to the most state-of-the-art technology, and an open dialogue to develop a personalized long-term skin care plan to restore glowing and natural health.

Christina Steil, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist who offers quality and personalized dermatologic care for both men and women. Dr. Steil is an integral member of the compassionate team at CSC Steil Dermatology, serving the western and southwestern suburbs of Chicago with offices located in Hinsdale and Downers Grove, Illinois.

Dr. Steil received her undergraduate degree in biochemistry from Washington University in St. Louis. In 1995, she earned her medical degree from The University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine and then went on to complete her internship at Loyola University Medical Center in Hines, Illinois. Following her internship, Dr. Steil spent a year in research under the tutelage of Dr. Brian Nickoloff. In 2000, at the Cook County Hospital in Chicago, Dr. Steil completed a clinical and surgical dermatology residency program where she also served as chief resident.

As part of her on-going professional development, Dr. Steil is an active member of the American Academy of Dermatology, the Chicago Dermatology Society, and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery.

Paula S. Malhotra, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist specializing in comprehensive medical and cosmetic skin care. Dr. Malhotra is a kind and compassionate team member at CSC Steil Dermatology, serving the western and southwestern suburbs of Chicago with offices conveniently located in Hinsdale and Downers Grove, Illinois.

Dr. Malhotra obtained her medical degree from the University of Louisville School of Medicine in Kentucky. She then completed a rigorous internship and residency at the University of Louisville, where she served as chief resident of dermatology in 2008. Dr. Malhotra then practiced and was on faculty at Northwestern Medicine from 2012-2022.

Because she is passionate about personalized care for patients of all ages, Dr. Malhotra encourages an honest dialogue with every one of her patients. It is her goal that they have the information they need on the latest treatments and access to the most state-of-the-art technologies. Dr. Malhotra works one-on-one with patients to develop a comprehensive treatment plan that helps them achieve or restore glowing and natural skin. She strongly emphasizes patient education and mapping a comprehensive treatment plan suitable for each patient. Dr. Malhotra specializes in injectables such as Botox, Dysport, Juvederm, Restylane, Sculptra, Kybella, PRP, and laser procedures for red blood vessels, brown spots, and laser resurfacing.

Dr. Malhotra is a native of Hopkinsville, KY but has lived in the Chicagoland area for over ten years and is proud to call it her home. She and her husband enjoy traveling, staying fit, and spending time with their two sons.

Rachel Bognet, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist who specializes in performing Mohs surgery for skin cancer. Dr. Bognet is a kind and compassionate member of the team at CSC Steil Dermatology, serving the western and southwestern suburbs of Chicago with offices conveniently located in Hinsdale and Downers Grove, Illinois.

Dr. Bognet obtained her medical degree from Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia. She then completed her internship at Lehigh Valley Hospital in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Bognet went on to complete a rigorous residency program at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia.

Because she is passionate about individualized care for patients of all ages, Dr. Bognet offers convenient appointment days and times. She encourages an honest dialogue with patients so that they can have the information needed on the latest treatments, access to the most state-of-the-art technology, and an open dialogue to develop a personalized long-term skin care plan to restore glowing and natural health.

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.