Medical Expertise of Dr. David Shanker, MD
Dr. Shanker specializes in adult medical dermatology, diagnosing and treating a wide range of skin conditions, including acne, warts, rashes, eczema, moles, skin tags, psoriasis, skin cancer and more.
About Dr. David Shanker, MD
Dr. David B. Shanker, MD is a board-certified Chicago dermatologist providing care to patients at Dermatology Chicago S.C.
As a dermatologist, Dr. Shanker's focus is to provide effective medical solutions for skin, hair, and nail issues.
Dr. Shanker is also a member of the Advocate Physician Partners and Northwestern Medicine Physicians Network.
As a dermatologist, Dr. Shanker's focus is to provide effective medical solutions for skin, hair, and nail issues.
Dr. Shanker is also a member of the Advocate Physician Partners and Northwestern Medicine Physicians Network.
Patient Education Resources
How can Botox® improve my appearance?
Botox® (botulinum toxin type A) is a medication that is primarily used to temporarily paralyze specific muscles in the face and body.It is most often used to improve the appearance of wrinkles and...
Botox® (botulinum toxin type A) is a medication that is primarily used to temporarily paralyze specific muscles in the face and body.It is most often used to improve the appearance of wrinkles and...
How can I reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea?
There are several ways to reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea:Avoiding triggers: Triggers such as sun exposure, wind, high temperatures, stress, spicy foods, and alcohol, can worsen the symptoms...
There are several ways to reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea:Avoiding triggers: Triggers such as sun exposure, wind, high temperatures, stress, spicy foods, and alcohol, can worsen the symptoms...
How do I find out if I have skin cancer?
The best way to find out if you have skin cancer is to have a skin examination performed by a healthcare professional such as a dermatologist. They will visually inspect your skin for any suspicious m...
The best way to find out if you have skin cancer is to have a skin examination performed by a healthcare professional such as a dermatologist. They will visually inspect your skin for any suspicious m...
Rosacea Medication Savings
Click on the image to access medication savings In most cases, this form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the medication from the pharmacy. Offers may be time-limit...
Click on the image to access medication savings In most cases, this form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the medication from the pharmacy. Offers may be time-limit...
What is the treatment for psoriasis on the scalp?
Treatment for psoriasis on the scalp typically involves a combination of topical and systemic therapies.Topical treatments include:Shampoos containing salicylic acid, coal tar, or sulfur, which can he...
Treatment for psoriasis on the scalp typically involves a combination of topical and systemic therapies.Topical treatments include:Shampoos containing salicylic acid, coal tar, or sulfur, which can he...
Education & Training
Dr. David Shanker earned his medical and undergraduate degree at the University of Illinois.
Dr. Shanker completed his internal medicine internship at Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge and his dermatology residency at the University of Illinois in Chicago.
Dr. Shanker completed his internal medicine internship at Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge and his dermatology residency at the University of Illinois in Chicago.
Professional Affiliations
Dermatology Chicago S.C.
Dermatology Chicago S.C. offers the most comprehensive care in adult medical dermatology, diagnosing and treating a wide range of skin conditions, including acne, warts, rashes, eczema, moles, skin tags, psoriasis, skin cancer and more.