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Pooja Chitgopeker, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained Mohs micrographic skin cancer surgeon at Medical Dermatology Associates of Chicago in the River North neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois.

Dr. Chitgopeker is passionate about providing high-quality, individualized care for her patients. She takes a special interest in assisting patients with Mohs surgery and reconstruction, skin cancer prevention and management, scar revision, and cosmetics using neurotoxins and laser surgery.

Dr. Chitgopeker earned her medical degree at the University of Auckland in her native New Zealand. She then traveled to the United States and completed her dermatology residency and an intensive fellowship training in Mohs surgery, advanced facial reconstruction, and cosmetic and laser surgery at the University of Iowa in Iowa City, Iowa.

During her training, she received a prestigious cutting-edge research grant from the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS) and conducted a clinical study to compare fracture lasers in improving the appearance of surgical and traumatic scars.

A lifelong learner, Dr. Chitgopeker shares her knowledge and presents at national meetings and has authored numerous publications on dermatologic surgery, cutaneous oncology, and cosmetic and laser surgery.

She is a member of the ASDS, the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, the Women’s Dermatologic Society, and the American College of Mohs Surgery. Dr. Chitgopeker is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology.

Molly Stout, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist at Medical Dermatology Associates of Chicago in the River North neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Stout treats patients of all ages and takes special interest in hair disorders, cosmetic dermatology, and medical dermatology.

Dr. Stout completed her undergraduate education at Occidental College in Los Angeles, California, and a master’s degree at Tufts University School of Medicine in her native Massachusetts.

She earned her medical degree with honors at the University of Massachusetts in Boston. While there, she spent a year dedicated to dermatology research at Massachusetts General Hospital.

Dr. Stout fulfilled an internship at Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital in Boston before completing her dermatology residency at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois, where she served as chief resident. During her residency, Dr. Stout also served in ABC News’ medical unit, writing articles for the ABC News website and television’s “Good Morning America” and “World News Tonight.”

Passionate about patient advocacy, Dr. Stout meets with members of Congress to support legislation to improve patient access to care and the affordability of medications. Her work led to her selection for the American Medical Association’s Campaign School, which prepares physicians to advocate for improved health policy on state and national levels.

Dr. Stout is a member of the Chicago Dermatologic Society and the Women’s Dermatologic Society; she is also a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology.

Her research appears in numerous publications on dermatology topics, including contact dermatitis, multiethnic skin, and hidradenitits suppurativa, and she has written textbook chapters on hair disorders and clinical research.

When she’s not at work, Dr. Stout enjoys traveling, spending time with her husband and son, and staying active. She can often be found cheering for Boston and Chicago sports teams.

Molly Stout, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist at Medical Dermatology Associates of Chicago in the River North neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Stout treats patients of all ages and takes special interest in hair disorders, cosmetic dermatology, and medical dermatology.

Dr. Stout completed her undergraduate education at Occidental College in Los Angeles, California, and a master’s degree at Tufts University School of Medicine in her native Massachusetts.

She earned her medical degree with honors at the University of Massachusetts in Boston. While there, she spent a year dedicated to dermatology research at Massachusetts General Hospital.

Dr. Stout fulfilled an internship at Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital in Boston before completing her dermatology residency at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois, where she served as chief resident. During her residency, Dr. Stout also served in ABC News’ medical unit, writing articles for the ABC News website and television’s “Good Morning America” and “World News Tonight.”

Passionate about patient advocacy, Dr. Stout meets with members of Congress to support legislation to improve patient access to care and the affordability of medications. Her work led to her selection for the American Medical Association’s Campaign School, which prepares physicians to advocate for improved health policy on state and national levels.

Dr. Stout is a member of the Chicago Dermatologic Society and the Women’s Dermatologic Society; she is also a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology.

Her research appears in numerous publications on dermatology topics, including contact dermatitis, multiethnic skin, and hidradenitits suppurativa, and she has written textbook chapters on hair disorders and clinical research.

When she’s not at work, Dr. Stout enjoys traveling, spending time with her husband and son, and staying active. She can often be found cheering for Boston and Chicago sports teams.

Sarah Kasprowicz, MD has been practicing Dermatology since 2008. Prior to MDA, she was on staff at NorthShore University Health System, where she was an Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of Chicago. Dr. Kasprowicz is originally from Santa Barbara, California; she holds an undergraduate degree from Bates College and a medical degree from Rush Medical College. She completed her internship in Internal Medicine at Georgetown University Hospital and her dermatology residency at Rush University Health System, where she served as Chief Resident. She is Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, and a Diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology (board-certified in Dermatology). She is a member of the Chicago Dermatological Society, and the Women’s Dermatologic Society.

Dr. Kasprowicz has been an investigator on numerous clinical research trials, authored book chapters in a leading dermatology textbook and co-authored a textbook on integrative dermatology.

Dr. Kasprowicz practices general medical dermatology with clinical interests in oncodermatology, allergic skin disease, women’s dermatology, complementary and alternative medicine in dermatology, and skin cancer screening, prevention and management. She has developed an oncodermatology clinic dedicated to the care of cancer patients, addressing the side effects of radiation and chemotherapy, and the changes seen in the skin during cancer treatment. She has lectured locally and nationally on the topic.

Smita Aggarwal, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist and pediatric dermatologist at Medical Dermatology Associates of Chicago in the River North neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois. Her mission is to provide compassionate and personalized care to patients of all ages, and she is passionate about assisting pediatric patients with dermatology needs.

Dr. Aggarwal specializes in autoimmune and inflammatory diseases, vascular birthmarks, psoriasis, and the prevention and management of skin cancer.

Dr. Aggarwal earned her undergraduate degree at Duke University in Durham, North Carolina. Then she traveled to Lawrence, Kansas, to complete her medical degree at the University of Kansas.

In Chicago, Dr. Aggarwal completed her dermatology residency at Loyola University Medical Center, where she earned the MAGIS Star Award. Also in Chicago, she also completed a fellowship at Lurie Children’s Hospital, which is anchored by Northwestern Memorial Hospital, the flagship campus of Northwestern University’s School of Medicine.

An avid researcher, Dr. Aggarwal has published and presented on many topics, including infantile hemangiomas, acne, and toxic epidermal necrolysis. She also conducted vaccine development research at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland.

Dr. Aggarwal is a member of the Chicago Dermatological Society and the Society for Pediatric Dermatology; she is also a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology.

Dr. Kaminska is a board certified dermatologist by the American Board of Dermatology.  She completed her undergraduate degree at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Masters degree from the University of South Carolina at Columbia before completing medical school at Wake Forest University.  Afterwards she finished her dermatology training at the prestigious University of Chicago. She has worked in Beverly Hills at Cedars Sinai Medical Center.  She has also worked at NorthShore HealthSystem and at Northwestern University in Chicagoland.  She has published numerous scholastic articles and book chapters in dermatology.  Currently, she is a reviewer for the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.  She is committed to dermatology and passionate about serving her community.  Her interests include medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology with a special focus on acne and pigmentary disorders.   She is also a media expert and is passionate about educating the public on skin disorders.

Dr. Kaminska is a board certified dermatologist by the American Board of Dermatology.  She completed her undergraduate degree at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Masters degree from the University of South Carolina at Columbia before completing medical school at Wake Forest University.  Afterwards she finished her dermatology training at the prestigious University of Chicago. She has worked in Beverly Hills at Cedars Sinai Medical Center.  She has also worked at NorthShore HealthSystem and at Northwestern University in Chicagoland.  She has published numerous scholastic articles and book chapters in dermatology.  Currently, she is a reviewer for the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.  She is committed to dermatology and passionate about serving her community.  Her interests include medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology with a special focus on acne and pigmentary disorders.   She is also a media expert and is passionate about educating the public on skin disorders.

Beth Adams, MD, is an experienced and trusted dermatologist practicing at Kaminska Dermatology in the Lakeview neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois. Her mission is to provide comprehensive skin care solutions to all individuals living in the Greater Chicago area so that they can experience flawless, healthy skin. 

Dr. Adams completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Chicago, where she majored in biological sciences and graduated with honors in 2000. She then went on to earn her Doctor of Medicine from the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in 2005. Dr. Adams then completed her internship at Evanston Northwestern Healthcare, where she was awarded "Intern of the Year" in 2006. In 2009, she completed her dermatology residency at the Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Michigan. 

To stay up to date with the latest developments in her field, Dr. Adams maintains her certification with the American Board of Dermatology. 

Dr. Adams is currently accepting new patients and looks forward to partnering with them at Kaminska Dermatology.

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.