Medical Expertise of Dr. Carla Sanchez-Palacios, MD
About Dr. Carla Sanchez-Palacios, MD
Carla Sanchez-Palacios, M.D., Assoicate Physician of the Skin Care Center, is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, the American Board of Dermatology and Illinois Licensure, Physician and Surgeon.
Dr. Sanchez-Palacios received her Medical Degree and internship in Internal Medicine at Stanford University in California where she graduated with honors. Dr. Sanchez-Palacios then completed a Dermatology Residency at Northwestern University during which time she was appointed Chief Resident.
Dr. Sanchez-Palacios is on staff at Lake Forest Hospital and Advocate Illinois Masonic Hospital. She is an active and respected member of the American Academy of Dermatology.
Dr. Sanchez-Palacios resides in the downtown Chicago area with husband, Dr. J. C. Lapiere, also a Dermatologist and MOHS Surgeon. The couple has 2 young daughters, a Shih-tzu and Cavalier King Charles which keep them active. When time permits, Dr. Sanchez-Palacios enjoys culinary cooking and travel.
Patient Education Resources
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