Dr. Jeffrey Hsu, MD
Cosmetic Dermatology,
Mohs Surgery
Medical Expertise of Dr. Jeffrey Hsu, MD
About Dr. Jeffrey Hsu, MD
Dr. Jeffrey T.S. Hsu , MD is a board-certified dermatologist and Mohs surgeon providing care to patients in the greater Chicago area at Oak Dermatology.
He is an internationally recognized expert in dermatologic and cosmetic surgery, frequently invited to teach other physicians in Asia, Australia, and Europe while continuing to care for his patients at home.
Dr. Hsu has already co-authored several widely used textbooks; the latest publication is the Manual of Dermatologic Therapeutics 8th Edition. He is the author of numerous scientific articles in leading dermatology journals and is regularly invited to present his newest techniques and his latest scientific discoveries at national and international conferences.
Dr. Hsu also serves as Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois-Chicago.
Tips & Wisdom
Schaumburg dermatologist Dr. Jeffrey Hsu of Oak Dermatology provides a summary of the factors to consider when selecting a sunscreen for protection from the damaging effects of UV radiation. Dr. Hsu and his colleague Dr. Ashish Bhatia describe the differences between chemical sunscreen and physical (zinc oxide, titanium dioxide) sunscreen and speak to the benefits of a physical sunscreen. They also introduce an interesting brand of sunscreen (ISDIN), previously available only in Europe, th...
Patient Education Resources
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...
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...
Isotretinoin, previously marketed as Accutane, is a medication that is used to treat severe cystic acne that has not responded to other treatments. Isotretinoin is a form of vitamin A and works by ...
Dry skin can be caused by a variety of factors, such as cold weather, low humidity, harsh soaps, and certain medical conditions. Here are some tips for treating dry skin:Moisturize: Moisturizing is th...
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...
Education & Training
Professional Affiliations
Oak Dermatology