Medical Expertise of Dr. Nilam Amin, MD
Diagnosis and treatment of skin conditions, including acne, eczema, rosacea, psoriasis and skin cancer.
About Dr. Nilam Amin, MD
Dr. Nilam Amin, M.D., is a board-certified Illinois dermatologist providing care to patients in the Chicago area at Nima Skin Institute.
Dr. Amin enjoys teaching and is actively involved in the education and training of medical students, interns, residents, and medical assistants.
Professional Affiliations
Dr. Amin enjoys teaching and is actively involved in the education and training of medical students, interns, residents, and medical assistants.
Professional Affiliations
- American Academy of Dermatology (AAD)
- American Osteopathic College of Dermatology
- The Chicago Dermatological Society
- American Osteopathic Association
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 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...
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...
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...
How is atopic dermatitis different from eczema?
Atopic dermatitis and eczema are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema.Eczema is a general term that refers to a group of condition...
Atopic dermatitis and eczema are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema.Eczema is a general term that refers to a group of condition...
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...
Education & Training
She completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Illinois in Champaign, and her graduate studies at the Boston University School of Medicine, Division of Graduate Medical Sciences. She received her medical degree from Midwestern University and completed her internship at Illinois Masonic Medical Center in Chicago and dermatology residency at Lutheran Medical Center in New York.
- Medical School: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine
