Medical Expertise of Dr. Ron Berne, MD
About Dr. Ron Berne, MD
Dr. Ron Berne is a dermatologist providing medical care to patients in the Chicago, Illinois area. Dr. Berne is a native Chicagoan. His training includes published research in zoological sciences and a masters degree in adipose (fatty) tissue metabolism prior to attending medical school in Philadelphia. He completed his medical internship at Rush University and his dermatology training at Cook County Hospital; and is board-certified in dermatology. While his area of special interest lies predominantly in geriatric skin conditions, he enjoys caring for patients of all ages and backgrounds. He has advanced training in such areas as skin cancer education, photodynamic therapy [PDT] and skin manifestations of internal diseases. In addition, Dr. Berne has gained membership in numerous dermatologic professional societies {including the prestigious Great Lakes Dermatological Society} through which he continues to advance his specialty training.
Make an appointment with Dr. Ron Berne by contacting A&G Dermatology in Chicago.
Patient Education Resources
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