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Bharati Chittineni, MD, known as "Dr. C", is a board-certified Dermatologist practicing in the Chicago Suburbs since 2002. Dr. C was born in California and raised in Oklahoma before coming to Illinois. She completed a Bachelor of Science in Cell and Structural Biology at the University of Illinois Champaign/Urbana and received her medical degree from the University of Illinois at Rockford. Dr. C completed an internship at Ravenswood Medical Center and then completed her residency in Dermatology at the University of Illinois at Chicago in 2002 and joined Midwest Dermatology Center the same year 

Dr. C is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology, Chicago Dermatological Society, Illinois State Medical Society, Dermatology Foundation, and American Medical Association. She is also on staff at Good Samaritan Hospital and also at Central Du Page Hospital. Dr. C has been published in leading dermatology journals including the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology and Journal of Investigative Dermatology.

In 2008, Dr. C was selected into the Who's Who Global Directory for her achievements in dermatology.

With a dedication toward providing comprehensive treatment customized to each individual - from infants to the elderly - Dr. C believes in establishing relationships with her patients that are based on listening, open communication, patient education and empowerment. She is attracted to all aspects of dermatology including general, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology with a special interest in skin cancer prevention and treatment. Dermatology has allowed her to fuse her passions of science, art, technology, and creativity with the human spirit.

Dr. C is married to a physician and has two sons. She loves spending time with her family, traveling, watching movies, and playing tennis.

Dr. Suleman Bangash is Board Certified in Dermatology and is a Fellowship trained Mohs Micrographic Skin Cancer Surgeon.  Dr. Bangash is originally from the Elgin area and is a graduate of Elgin Academy.  He attended Northwestern University for his undergraduate studies and attended medical school at the Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine.  He did his internship training at Summa Health System, in Ohio, and then completed his Dermatology residency in New York City at the Lutheran General Hospital.

After completing his dermatology training, Dr. Bangash was one of only 40 physicians chosen nationwide to do an additional year of Mohs Surgery fellowship training.  He completed his Moh’s Surgery Fellowship in Tallahassee, Florida at a program accredited by the American College of Mohs Surgery.   As a fellowship trained Mohs Surgeon, Dr. Bangash is trained in the surgical removal, pathologic interpretation, and reconstructive surgery of skin cancer.  As an expert in Cutaneous Oncology, he is involved in the treatment, management, and regular follow-up of high-risk skin cancer patients.Dr. Bangash continued his work for two years at Dermatology Associates of Tallahassee as an Attending Mohs Surgeon.  He then returned to his hometown in the northwest suburbs of Chicago, where he now practices at Mohs Surgery and Dermatology Center, with offices located in Elgin and Crystal Lake, IL.   Dr. Bangash is a staff physician affiliated with Sherman and Provena St. Joseph Hospitals in Elgin, Centegra Woodstock Memorial Hospital, and St. Alexius hospital in Hoffman Estates.

Dr. Bangash has lectured and presented at national meetings of the American Academy of Dermatology and the American College of Mohs Surgery.  In addition, Dr. Bangash has been published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery.  As an educator, Dr. Bangash has taught Mohs Micrographic Surgery to Dermatology residents in New York City.  Dr. Bangash has been featured in the local media and since 2004 has volunteered to conduct free skin cancer screenings for the American Cancer Society and the American Academy of Dermatology.

Dr. Bangash is a member of the prestigious American College of Mohs Surgery, the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, and the American Medical Association. 

Dr. Bangash is an avid outdoorsman and sports fan.  He resides with his wife in the Chicago area.

Rachel Bognet, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist who specializes in performing Mohs surgery for skin cancer. Dr. Bognet is a kind and compassionate member of the team at CSC Steil Dermatology, serving the western and southwestern suburbs of Chicago with offices conveniently located in Hinsdale and Downers Grove, Illinois.

Dr. Bognet obtained her medical degree from Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia. She then completed her internship at Lehigh Valley Hospital in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Bognet went on to complete a rigorous residency program at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia.

Because she is passionate about individualized care for patients of all ages, Dr. Bognet offers convenient appointment days and times. She encourages an honest dialogue with patients so that they can have the information needed on the latest treatments, access to the most state-of-the-art technology, and an open dialogue to develop a personalized long-term skin care plan to restore glowing and natural health.

Christina Steil, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist who offers quality and personalized dermatologic care for both men and women. Dr. Steil is an integral member of the compassionate team at CSC Steil Dermatology, serving the western and southwestern suburbs of Chicago with offices located in Hinsdale and Downers Grove, Illinois.

Dr. Steil received her undergraduate degree in biochemistry from Washington University in St. Louis. In 1995, she earned her medical degree from The University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine and then went on to complete her internship at Loyola University Medical Center in Hines, Illinois. Following her internship, Dr. Steil spent a year in research under the tutelage of Dr. Brian Nickoloff. In 2000, at the Cook County Hospital in Chicago, Dr. Steil completed a clinical and surgical dermatology residency program where she also served as chief resident.

As part of her on-going professional development, Dr. Steil is an active member of the American Academy of Dermatology, the Chicago Dermatology Society, and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery.

Rachel Bognet, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist who specializes in performing Mohs surgery for skin cancer. Dr. Bognet is a kind and compassionate member of the team at CSC Steil Dermatology, serving the western and southwestern suburbs of Chicago with offices conveniently located in Hinsdale and Downers Grove, Illinois.

Dr. Bognet obtained her medical degree from Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia. She then completed her internship at Lehigh Valley Hospital in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Bognet went on to complete a rigorous residency program at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia.

Because she is passionate about individualized care for patients of all ages, Dr. Bognet offers convenient appointment days and times. She encourages an honest dialogue with patients so that they can have the information needed on the latest treatments, access to the most state-of-the-art technology, and an open dialogue to develop a personalized long-term skin care plan to restore glowing and natural health.

Christina Steil, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist who offers quality and personalized dermatologic care for both men and women. Dr. Steil is an integral member of the compassionate team at CSC Steil Dermatology, serving the western and southwestern suburbs of Chicago with offices located in Hinsdale and Downers Grove, Illinois.

Dr. Steil received her undergraduate degree in biochemistry from Washington University in St. Louis. In 1995, she earned her medical degree from The University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine and then went on to complete her internship at Loyola University Medical Center in Hines, Illinois. Following her internship, Dr. Steil spent a year in research under the tutelage of Dr. Brian Nickoloff. In 2000, at the Cook County Hospital in Chicago, Dr. Steil completed a clinical and surgical dermatology residency program where she also served as chief resident.

As part of her on-going professional development, Dr. Steil is an active member of the American Academy of Dermatology, the Chicago Dermatology Society, and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery.

Jonith Breadon, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist and a lifelong resident of Chicago, serving patients at Aesthetic Dermatology and Laser Surgery, located in the West Loop neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois. 

Dr. Breadon completed her undergraduate degree from Stritch School of Medicine - Loyola University Chicago. She completed her internship in medicine at Cook County Hospital. She then completed her first residency in Emergency Medicine with the University of Illinois Hospital, where she also served as Chief Resident. She then went on to complete a second residency in dermatology at Howard University in Washington, DC. She is also a lecturer and injection instructor for several companies – including Valeant, Medicis’ Perlane, and Dysport – where she teaches other physicians proper cosmetic injection techniques. 

Dr. Breadon shares her expertise as a media consultant for local and national television news broadcasts, as well as appearing on the Oprah Winfrey Show as a guest expert consultant. She is also a speaker at national and international dermatology conferences. 

Dr. Breadon is dual board certified. She holds certification from the American Board of Dermatology in addition to the American College of Emergency Medicine. She is the former president of the Chicago Dermatological Society, and past vice president of the Chicago Dermatologic Society. Her professional affiliations include membership to several prestigious medical organizations, including The American Society for the Dermatologic Surgery American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, American Academy of Dermatology, The Association of Academic Dermatologic Surgeons, The Dermatology Foundation, National Medical Association, The Skin of Color Society, and Women's Dermatologic Society. 

Dr. Breadon has also done volunteer work at the Baraka Medical Clinic in Kenya, as well as volunteering her dermatological services at a free clinic in Chicago’s North-West Side, and numerous skin cancer screenings.

Neill T. Peters, MD is a board-certified dermatologist and Clinical Instructor of Dermatology at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. Dr. Peters completed both his undergraduate and medical school training at the University of Michigan. He received the William B. Taylor Senior Medical Student Award for Excellence in Dermatology. After completing a preliminary year of training in Internal Medicine at the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, he returned to the University of Michigan for his Dermatology training. He was selected as the Chief Resident and served as the Melanoma Fellow in the Multidisciplinary Melanoma clinic in the final year of his residency. He received the Duncan O. Poth Award for Excellence in Dermatologic Research.

Originally from Michigan, Dr. Peters is a Diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology. He has received multiple teaching awards and received the Founders Award from the Chicago Dermatological Society recognizing Excellence in Clinical Dermatology and Teaching in 2009. He was ranked by US News and World Report as a Top Dermatologist in Chicago in 2012. He has been cited in Consumer Checkpoint magazine as one of Chicago’s Top Dermatologists. Top Tier MD has also recognized Dr. Peters as one of the highest rated Dermatologists in Chicago.

Dr. Peters’ clinical interests include non-invasive skin rejuvenation and the management of acne, eczema, psoriasis, pregnancy-related dermatoses, and autoimmune diseases. Dr. Peters has a special interest in skin cancer screening, prevention, and management.

Dr. Jerome Garden is a Board Certified cosmetic and laser dermatology specialist at Medical Dermatology Associates of Chicago. Since receiving his medical degree and dermatology training at Northwestern University Medical School, he has been involved in laser and related technology therapy and research, cosmetic dermatology, and patient care. He is currently a Professor of Clinical Dermatology at Northwestern University Medical School, and on staff both at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and The Children’s Memorial Hospital. Dr. Garden is the author of numerous articles and chapters in the field of lasers, and has contributed to the development of various laser and related technology systems, and to their application. In addition, Dr. Garden has been an ongoing reviewer of scientific articles for various medical journals. Dr. Garden is actively involved in the training of physicians in laser therapy and a frequent lecturer on these topics at national and international medical meetings.

Dr. Garden has been privileged to be placed multiple times on such lists as The Best Doctors in America, Top Doctors in America, and The Best Doctors in Chicago. He has also been featured in national magazines such as US News & World Report, Town and Country, and Self, in addition to serving as President of the American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery.

Ross Lane Pearlman, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist with dual fellowship training in cosmetic dermatology and Mohs micrographic and reconstructive surgery. He provides dermatology services to residents throughout the River North neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois, at Medical Dermatology Associates of Chicago.

Originally from Birmingham, Alabama, Dr. Pearlman received his medical degree at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) Heersink School of Medicine, where he was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha honor society. He completed his medicine internship at the University of Colorado Anschutz in Denver, followed by a dermatology residency at the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson on their Rural Dermatology Track. 

While in residency, he spent three months of each year caring for patients in rural Mississippi with a focus on skin cancer. After residency, Dr. Pearlman completed a combined fellowship at Northwestern Feinberg Department of Dermatology in Chicago in cosmetic dermatology (ASDS-certified) and Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology (MDSO).  

Throughout his career, Dr. Pearlman has been dedicated to the scientific advancement of dermatology, quality improvement, and innovation in the field. He is the author of more than 40 peer-reviewed journal articles and five textbook chapters with a focus on photodermatology, skin cancer, and cosmetics.

Outside of the clinic, he is dedicated to innovation and problem-solving. In 2021, Dr. Pearlman was awarded the American Dermatological Association Resident Research Award, the highest honor bestowed on housestaff by the organization, for his work integrating dermatology's clinical data registry into Epic EHR. 

Dr. Pearlman was recognized by the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) with an Excellence in Patient Care Award for Quality Improvement in Spring 2022; he was named one of five national Residents of Distinction by  DermMentors. Outside of dermatology, Ross enjoys all outdoor activities, especially wilderness backpacking, flyfishing, and skiing.