The 20 Best Alopecia Totalis Doctors Near Me in Illinois, US

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The 20 Best Alopecia Totalis Doctors in Illinois, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 37 doctor with experience in Alopecia Totalis near Illinois, US. Of these, 35 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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    James Herrmann
    Advanced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology
    Advanced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology
    199 Town Square, Suites A, C, D & E, 
    Wheaton, IL 
    Experience:
    35+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    I like to listen to my patients concerns and treat then with compassion and respect. Good medical care involves teamwork between the patient and the doctor. Our staff and doctors strive to offer the absolute best medical care and attention each patient deserves. Dr. Herrmann is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Totalis. His top areas of expertise are Syringocystadenoma Papilliferum, Syringoma, Sebaceous Adenoma, and Alopecia Totalis.

    Advanced in Alopecia Totalis
    Advanced in Alopecia Totalis

    Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital Of Chicago

    225 E Chicago Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sarah Chamlin is a Pediatrics provider in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Chamlin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Totalis. Her top areas of expertise are Hemangioma, Vascular Birthmark, Aplasia Cutis Congenita, and Stork Bite.

    Nisha Desai
    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology | Pediatrics

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    9933 Woods Dr., Suite 200, 
    Skokie, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati 

    Nisha Desai, MD, a dermatologist at Endeavor Health, provides comprehensive care in both adult and pediatric medical dermatology. Fellowship-trained in pediatric dermatology, she treats conditions including acne, eczema, dermatitis and skin cancer. Dr. Desai values a family-centered approach, often seeing multiple generations during back-to-back appointments. She is committed to efficient, compassionate care that builds trust and fosters long-term relationships. Dr. Desai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Totalis. Her top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Warts, Actinic Keratosis, and Seborrheic Keratosis.

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    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Pediatrics
    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Pediatrics

    Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital Of Chicago

    225 E Chicago Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Duri Yun is a Pediatrics provider in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Yun is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Totalis. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Multiple Nevi Flammei, Stork Bite, Linear Hamartoma Syndrome, and Vascular Birthmark.

    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology

    Pinnacle Dermatology, SC

    2148 N Damen Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Erin Ibler is a Dermatologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Ibler has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Totalis. Her top areas of expertise are Lamellar Ichthyosis, Nonbullous Congenital Ichthyosiform Erythroderma, Epidermolytic Hyperkeratosis, and Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE).

    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology

    North Shore Center For Medical Aesthetics LTD.

    1535 Lake Cook Rd Ste 401, 
    Northbrook, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sheryl Hoyer is a Dermatologist in Northbrook, Illinois. Dr. Hoyer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Totalis. Her top areas of expertise are Actinic Keratosis, Keratosis Pilaris, Hidradenitis Suppurativa, and Psoriasis.

    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis

    Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital Of Chicago

    225 E Chicago Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anthony Mancini is a Pediatrics provider in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Mancini is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Totalis. His top areas of expertise are Vascular Birthmark, Hemangioma, Aplasia Cutis Congenita, and PHACE Syndrome.

    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology

    Office

    135 N Greenleaf St Ste 209, 
    Gurnee, IL 
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shani Francis is a Dermatologist in Gurnee, Illinois. Dr. Francis has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Totalis. Her top areas of expertise are Malignant Hypertension, Female Pattern Baldness, Sunburn, and Lichen Planus.

    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology

    Liberty Physical Therapy Center

    4550 Southwest Hwy, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Welsch is a Dermatologist in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Welsch is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Totalis. His top areas of expertise are Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Extramammary Paget Disease, Actinic Keratosis, and Epidermoid Cyst.

    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology

    North Suburban Medical Associates LLC

    71 Waukegan Rd Ste 700, 
    Lake Bluff, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Luzheng Liu is a Dermatologist in Lake Bluff, Illinois. Dr. Liu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Totalis. Her top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome, Giant Congenital Nevus, and Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus.

    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Pediatrics
    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Pediatrics

    Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital Of Chicago

    225 E Chicago Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Karina Vivar is a Pediatrics provider in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Vivar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Totalis. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Multiple Nevi Flammei, Stork Bite, Vascular Birthmark, and Linear Hamartoma Syndrome.

    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology

    Office

    15300 West Ave Ste 120S, 
    Orland Park, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Shirley Jean is a Dermatologist in Orland Park, Illinois. Dr. Jean is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Totalis. Her top areas of expertise are Liver Spots, Universal Acquired Melanosis, Actinic Keratosis, and Intertrigo.

    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis

    Northshore Otolaryngology-Head And Neck Surgery-Swedish Hospital

    5140 N California Ave Ste 775, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Emily Rubenstein is a Dermatologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Rubenstein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Totalis. Her top areas of expertise are Ecthyma, Psoriasis, Melanoma, and Kaposiform Hemangioendothelioma.

    Joel Joyce
    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology | Pediatrics | Medical Genetics
    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology | Pediatrics | Medical Genetics

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    9933 Woods Dr., Suite 200, 
    Skokie, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joel Joyce, MD, a pediatric dermatologist at Endeavor Health, cares for children from newborns to adolescents with a wide range of skin, hair and nail conditions. He combines a family-centered approach with evidence-based care, encouraging collaboration with parents and children. Dr. Joyce is also active in clinical research to improve dermatologic treatment options for young patients. Dr. Joyce is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Totalis. His top areas of expertise are Molluscum Contagiosum, Comedones, Familial Multiple Nevi Flammei, and Linear Hamartoma Syndrome.

    Kelly Abate
    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology

    Moore Dermatology Associates

    1200 S. York St., Suite 3240, 
    Elmhurst, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Kelly Abate is a Dermatologist in Elmhurst, Illinois. Dr. Abate is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Totalis. Her top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Universal Acquired Melanosis, Liver Spots, and Alopecia Totalis.

    Thomas R. Hazel
    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Family Medicine
    2425 Fargo Blvd, 
    Geneva, IL 
    Experience:
    39+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Hazel is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Geneva, Illinois. Dr. Hazel has been practicing medicine for over 39 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Totalis. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Lung Cancer, High Cholesterol, and Familial Hypertension.

    Jonathan Cottrell
    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Family Medicine

    John M. Cottrell, DO Chartered

    2 W. Talcott Rd., Suite 16, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jonathan Cottrell is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Cottrell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Totalis. His top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Aleksandr Podolskiy
    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Family Medicine

    A. Podolskiy, MD, SC

    755 S. Milwaukee Ave., Suite 164, 
    Libertyville, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian, Ukrainian

    Aleksandr Podolskiy is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Libertyville, Illinois. Dr. Podolskiy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Totalis. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

    Sandhya Nagubadi
    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Internal Medicine

    Asad Zaman, MD, SC

    15614 S Harlem Ave, 
    Orland Park, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Telugu

    Sandhya Nagubadi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Orland Park, Illinois. Dr. Nagubadi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Totalis. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Tehming Liang
    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology

    Pinnacle Dermatology, SC

    580 E Boughton Rd, 
    Bolingbrook, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Tehming Liang is a Dermatologist in Bolingbrook, Illinois. Dr. Liang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Totalis. His top areas of expertise are Warts, Actinic Keratosis, Pustules, and Intertrigo.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Alopecia Totalis?

    Alopecia totalis (AT) is a condition characterized by the complete loss of hair on the scalp. It is an advanced form of alopecia areata a condition that causes round patches of hair loss. Although the exact cause of AT is unknown, it is thought to be an autoimmune condition in which the immune system mistakenly attacks the hair follicles. Roughly 20% of affected people have a family member with alopecia, suggesting that genetic factors may contribute to the development of AT.

    When should I see an Alopecia Totalis doctor in Illinois, US?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing an Alopecia Totalis doctor in Illinois, US?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Alopecia Totalis doctors in Illinois, US?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Alopecia Totalis doctors in Illinois, US?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with an Alopecia Totalis doctor in Illinois, US?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Alopecia Totalis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Alopecia Totalis doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with an Alopecia Totalis doctor in Illinois, US?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Alopecia Totalis doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Alopecia Totalis doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Alopecia Totalis doctors in Illinois, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Alopecia Totalis doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find an Alopecia Totalis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Alopecia Totalis doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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