Chicago Cosmetic Surgery & Dermatology
Dermatology • Chicago, IL • Since 2005
About
Chicago Cosmetic Surgery & Dermatology is a private medical practice based in Chicago, Illinois, offering medical dermatology and aesthetic services. Founded in 2005, it operates three offices in Chicago (HQ at 515 N State St, Suite 900; 20 W Kinzie Suite 1130; another Chicago location) and provides a team of board-certified dermatologists, board-certified plastic surgeons, aesthetic-trained physicians, and supportive clinicians. Key details: - Services: medical dermatology (pigment disorders, skin conditions) plus cosmetic/aesthetic treatments - Size: about 31 employees; annual revenue around $2.5M - Contact: info@chicagodermatology.com; 312-245-9965 - Website: chicagodermatology.co - LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/chicago-cosmetic-surgery-and-dermatology If you’re seeking dermatology or cosmetic treatments in Chicago, this practice emphasizes a blend of medical rigor and aesthetic artistry with a patient-centered experience.
Clinic Type
Dermatology
Address
River North, Chicago, IL
Phone
312-245-9965
jbalfantz@chicagodermatology.com
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
Team
Insurance & Payment
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Credit cards, Debit cards, Cash, CareCredit (financing option), Online payments (if available)
Languages Spoken
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- Google: 4.8 out of 5 stars (~1,429 reviews)
- Yelp: 3.7 out of 5 stars (255 reviews)
Patients praise
- High level of professionalism and knowledge among medical providers
- Clean, organized, and calming office environment
- Effective treatment results for medical and aesthetic concerns
- Helpful and friendly interactions with specific staff members
- Comprehensive range of services offered under one roof
Common complaints
- Concerns regarding administrative efficiency and practice management
- Reports of feeling rushed during appointments
- Occasional dissatisfaction with treatment results or planning
- Perception of pushy retail/product sales tactics
- Staff turnover and inconsistent administrative experience
"Dr. Sheppard SAVED MY HAIR! I've always had long thick hair all my life until I started experiencing hair loss and extreme shedding... I saw results after the first month."
— 4doctors.net user review"This place is the most poorly run medical practice I have ever encountered. The doctors that I've seen are all nice and seem intelligent, but they are always in a rush. The staff turns over so frequently."
— Yelp/MapQuest/Apple Maps user reviewSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Nevada Mendoza — Jun 26, 2026
- Health Care Data Breaches: Chicago Cosmetic Surgery and Dermatology - Dec. 22, 2025 | news-press.com — Dec 22, 2025
- Impressions Face and Body finds move to Old Town brings new energy to aesthetics practice - Chicago Sun-Times — Feb 21, 2026
- Med Spa River North, IL | Beautifully New — Nov 4, 2025
- Chicago's Premier Medspa Group SpaDerma Expands Technology Portfolio with OMNI™ Laser Hair Removal by Sciton — Nov 12, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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