Dr. Carolyn Jacob MD
Dermatologist | Procedural Dermatology
20 W Kinzie St 1130 Chicago IL, 60610About
Dr. Carolyn Jacob is a dermatologist practicing in Chicago, IL. Dr. Jacob specializes in skin care. Dermatologists evaluate and manage both common and uncommon skin conditions. These conditions include acne, psoriasis, warts, skin infections, atopic dermatitis, herpes simplex and more. Dermatologists are also experts in more complex skin diseases like impetigo, hidradenitis and milaria. Dr. Jacob diagnoses skin problems and develops unique treatments plans for each individual patient.
Education and Training
Univ of Il Coll of Med, Chicago Il 1995
The University of Toledo College of Medicine 1995
Board Certification
DermatologyAmerican Board of DermatologyABD
Provider Details
Treatments
- Acne
- Moles
- Birthmark
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