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
Does the acne on my back and chest require different treatment from the acne on my face?
Truncal acne, which refers to acne that occurs on the trunk of the body (such as the chest and back), may require a slightly different treatment approach than facial acne. This is because the skin on ...
Truncal acne, which refers to acne that occurs on the trunk of the body (such as the chest and back), may require a slightly different treatment approach than facial acne. This is because the skin on ...
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...
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 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...
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 ...
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 is the treatment for nail fungus?
Treatment for nail fungus (onychomycosis) can be challenging, as the fungus can be difficult to eliminate and may recur. Treatment options include:Topical antifungal medication: Over-the-counter antif...
Treatment for nail fungus (onychomycosis) can be challenging, as the fungus can be difficult to eliminate and may recur. Treatment options include:Topical antifungal medication: Over-the-counter antif...
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
