About Steven Prus, PA-C
Steven Prus, PA-C joined Advanced Dermatology in February of 2010. Previously, Steve practiced general dermatology at a busy general and cosmetic dermatology practice with offices located in downtown Chicago and Kankakee. He has extensive experience in all aspects of medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology.
With almost two decades worth of dermatology experience in both urban and rural settings, Steve is comfortable treating all types of dermatologic patients. However, he especially enjoys surgical and procedural dermatology. He enhances the quality of care at Advanced Dermatology by incorporating his strong surgical skills into a robust procedurally oriented practice.
Patient Education Resources
Click on the medication image to access medication savings from the manufacturer. In most cases, this form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the medication from the pharmacy. ...
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...
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...
Ocular rosacea is a subtype of rosacea that affects the eyes, and it can cause symptoms such as redness, itching, burning, and a gritty sensation in the eyes. Treatment for ocular rosacea typically in...
There are several medications that can be used to treat acne, including:Topical retinoids (e.g. tretinoin, adapalene)Topical antibiotics (e.g. clindamycin, erythromycin)Topical benzoyl peroxideOral an...
Education & Training
After receiving his Bachelor of Science degree in pre-medicine and clinical psychology from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Steve completed his physician assistant studies at Albany Medical College in Albany, New York in 2000. There he received the Julia L. Freitag award, which is awarded annually to the graduate attaining the highest level of academic and clinical achievement.
