Medical Expertise of Dr. Rachel Pritzker, MD
Dr. Pritzker specializes in general and cosmetic dermatology and has expertise in the use of injectables (Botox, Dysport, Juvederm, Restylane, Sculptra, Radiesse) and laser procedures for red blood vessels, brown spots, and laser resurfacing. She works with each patient to develop a comprehensive treatment.
About Dr. Rachel Pritzker, MD
Dr. Rachel Pritzker, MD is a board-certified dermatologist providing care to patients at Chicago Dermatology. Dr. Pritzker has presented at both local and national professional meetings, published several articles for peer-reviewed journals and dermatologic textbooks, and has participated in research trials for innovative laser devices. She is a consulting physician at Cook County Hospital and is actively involved in teaching dermatology residents.
Patient Education Resources
A dermatologist can make you appear more youthful by using a variety of treatments, such as:Topical creams and serums that contain ingredients like retinoids and hyaluronic acid to improve skin textur...
Biologics are a class of medications that can be used to treat eczema, a chronic skin condition characterized by inflammation and itching. Biologics work by targeting specific parts of the immune syst...
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 ...
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...
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
Undergraduate Degree: Emory University BA in Psychology
Medical Degree: Rush University Dermatology
Residency: Resurrection Hospital, Chicago. John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County. Laser, Cosmetic and Dermatologic Surgery
Fellowship: SkinCare Physicians (Massachusetts)
Professional Affiliations
Chicago Dermatology
Conveniently located in Downtown Chicago’s River North Neighborhood, Chicago Cosmetic Surgery and Dermatology is a comprehensive dermatologic medical facility and valuable dermatology resource, dedicated to all facets of the largest vital part of your body – your skin.
Under the direction of Harvard-Trained Cosmetic and Laser Surgeon and Board Certified Dermatologist Dr. Carolyn Jacob, CCSD offers an array of medical procedures and services, from general dermatology to cosmetic procedures, anti-aging, and skin-rejuvenating treatments.