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. ...
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 ...
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...
Treatment for skin cancer will depend on the type and stage of the cancer, as well as the location and size of the tumor, and the patient's overall health. The main treatment options for skin canc...
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.