About Dr. James Lahti, MD
James G. Lahti, MD, MPH, is a board-certified dermatologist.
Dr. Lahti is a diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology and is a fellow of the American College of Mohs Surgery.
Patient Education Resources
CoolSculpting® is a non-surgical, non-invasive procedure that uses a device to cool targeted areas of fat, causing the fat cells to freeze and die. Over time, the body naturally eliminates these d...
The cost of getting a tattoo and the cost of having it removed can vary depending on several factors such as the size, location, and complexity of the tattoo, as well as the experience and reputation ...
The length of time it takes to remove a tattoo depends on several factors, including the size, location, and color of the tattoo, as well as the individual's skin type and overall health.The most ...
The cost of laser tattoo removal can vary depending on several factors such as the size, location, and color of the tattoo, as well as the number of treatments required to remove it. The cost can also...
Acne scars can be treated with a variety of methods, including:Topical treatments: Topical creams and gels containing ingredients such as retinoids, hydroquinone, and vitamin C can help to reduce the ...
Education & Training
A native of the Chicagoland area, he received his medical degree from Northwestern Medical School and completed residencies in internal medicine at Harvard University and dermatology at the University of Maryland, where he served as chief resident. He completed a fellowship in Mohs micrographic surgery at the Dermatologic SurgiCenter in Philadelphia and a Master's Degree in Public Health from the University of California, Berkeley. He is a clinical instructor at Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine.
Professional Affiliations
Dermatology Partners of the North Shore
Dermatology Partners of the North Shore (DPNS) is the largest private dermatology clinic in the Chicago North Shore area. For more than 20 years and with over 200 years of combined experience, each provider at DPNS is dedicated to providing the highest quality dermatologic care in a friendly, compassionate environment.
Our three divisions, including the General Dermatology Center, our Surgical Center as well as our Center for Aesthetics, all provide the latest technology to meet the individual needs of our patients within the same convenient location.