Dr. Jean-Christophe Lapiere, MD


Physician
Dermatology

Specialty

Dermatologic Surgery,
Mohs Surgery


Northwestern Skin Cancer Institute
737 North Michigan Ave
Suite 2310
Chicago, Illinois 60611
For an appointment, call (312) 266-6647
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About Dr. Jean-Christophe Lapiere, MD

Dr. Jean-Christopher Lapiere, MD and Dr. Neda Ashourian areĀ  board-certified dermatologists providing care to patients in Chicago, Illinois at Northwestern Skin Cancer Institute.

Patient Education Resources

Does the food I eat affect my acne?
There is some evidence to suggest that diet can play a role in the development of acne. Studies have found that a diet high in sugar and processed foods can increase the risk of developing acne. Diets...
How do biologics work to treat my psoriasis?
Biologics are a class of medications that are used to treat moderate to severe psoriasis. They are typically used when other treatments, such as topical creams and light therapy, have not been effecti...
What are the possible treatments for my actinic keratoses?
Actinic keratoses (AKs) are precancerous skin lesions that can develop into squamous cell carcinoma, a type of skin cancer. Treatment options for AKs include:Cryotherapy: This procedure involves freez...
What is atopic dermatitis?
Atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema, is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition that causes dry, itchy, and scaly skin. The condition is characterized by symptoms such as:Dry, itchy skin: The skin ...
What medications are used to treat acne?
There are several medications that can be used to treat acne, including:Topical retinoids (e.g. tretinoin, adapalene)Topical antibiotics (e.g. clindamycin, erythromycin)Topical benzoyl peroxideOral an...

Education & Training

  • Medical Degree: University of Liege 
  • Internship: Presence St Francis Hospital 
  • Residency: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University