The 20 Best Melanoma Doctors Near Me in gurnee, IL

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 46 doctor with experience in Melanoma near gurnee, IL. Of these, 35 are Experienced, 7 are Advanced and 4 are Distinguished.

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46 providers found
    Distinguished in Melanoma
    Dermatology
    Distinguished in Melanoma
    Dermatology
    Referral required

    North Suburban Medical Associates LLC

    71 Waukegan Rd Ste 700, 
    Lake Bluff, IL 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Eden Pappo is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Lake Bluff, Illinois. Dr. Pappo is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 37 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Actinic Keratosis, Seborrheic Keratosis, and Warts. Dr. Pappo is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Referral may be required

    Lake Shore Dermatology

    351 S Greenleaf St, 
    Park City, IL 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish, Tamil
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kavitha Gandhi is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Park City, Illinois. Dr. Gandhi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seborrheic Keratosis, Warts, Actinic Keratosis, and Congenital Hypotrichosis Milia. Dr. Gandhi is board certified in American Board Of Dermatology. Dr. Gandhi is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Melanoma
    Dermatology
    Distinguished in Melanoma
    Dermatology
    Referral may be required

    North Suburban Medical Associates LLC

    71 Waukegan Rd Ste 700, 
    Lake Bluff, IL 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients

    Luzheng Liu is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Lake Bluff, Illinois. Dr. Liu is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 44 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome, Giant Congenital Nevus, and Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus. Dr. Liu is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Melanoma
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required
    1000 N Westmoreland Rd Level 1, Pavilion A, 
    Lake Forest, IL 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dean Tsarwhas is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Lake Forest, Illinois. Dr. Tsarwhas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 58 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sezary Syndrome, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, and Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma. Dr. Tsarwhas is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology (Certified). Dr. Tsarwhas is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required
    1000 N Westmoreland Rd Level 1, Pavilion A, 
    Lake Forest, IL 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Dammrich is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Lake Forest, Illinois. Dr. Dammrich is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Paget Disease of the Breast. Dr. Dammrich is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Hematology (Certified). Dr. Dammrich is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Dermatology
    Referral may be required

    Dermatologists Of Illinois

    P 225 E Deerpath Rd, Ste 50, 
    Lake Forest, IL 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Polish, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Berk is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Lake Forest, Illinois. Dr. Berk is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sunburn, Neurocutaneous Melanosis, Giant Congenital Nevus, and Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome. Dr. Berk is board certified in American Board Of Dermatology. Dr. Berk is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Dermatology
    Referral may be required

    North Suburban Dermatology Associates

    103 S Greenleaf St Ste J, 
    Gurnee, IL 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joy Watson is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Gurnee, Illinois. Dr. Watson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Actinic Keratosis, Porphyria Cutanea Tarda, Contact Dermatitis, and Rosacea. Dr. Watson is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Melanoma
    Hematology | Oncology
    Advanced in Melanoma
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    7900 Rollins Rd., Suite B1300, 
    Gurnee, IL 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Britt Hanson is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Gurnee, Illinois. Dr. Hanson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 53 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL), Anemia, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Richter Syndrome, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Hanson is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Hanson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Referral may be required

    Tulio Rodriguez,MD

    2520 Elisha Ave, 
    Zion, IL 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Barbara Buttin is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Zion, Illinois. Dr. Buttin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Endometrial Cancer, Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor, Ovarian Cancer, Lymphadenectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Buttin is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Melanoma
    Dermatology | General Surgery
    Advanced in Melanoma
    Dermatology | General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    71 Waukegan Rd., Suite 700, 
    Lake Bluff, IL 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Polish
    Accepting New Patients

    Monica Janeczek is a Dermatologist and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Lake Bluff, Illinois. Dr. Janeczek is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Epidermoid Cyst, Actinic Keratosis, and Seborrheic Keratosis. Dr. Janeczek is board certified in American Board Of Dermatology. Dr. Janeczek is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Melanoma
    Advanced in Melanoma
    Referral required

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    71 Waukegan Rd., Suite 700, 
    Lake Bluff, IL 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Jason Waldinger is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Lake Bluff, Illinois. Dr. Waldinger is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 59 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Actinic Keratosis, Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Warts, and Extramammary Paget Disease. Dr. Waldinger is board certified in American Board Of Dermatology. Dr. Waldinger is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Melanoma
    Advanced in Melanoma
    Referral may be required

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    71 Waukegan Rd., Suite 700, 
    Lake Bluff, IL 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Brigitte Utter is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Lake Bluff, Illinois. She has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Utter is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Comedones, Melanoma, Alopecia Areata, and Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis. Dr. Utter is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine and American Board Of Dermatology. Dr. Utter is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Referral may be required
    1000 N Westmoreland Rd Level 1, Pavilion A, 
    Lake Forest, IL 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joy Coleman is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Lake Forest, Illinois. Dr. Coleman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Posterior Fossa Tumor, and Prostate Cancer. Dr. Coleman is board certified in American Board Of Radiology - Radiation Oncology (Certified). Dr. Coleman is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Melanoma
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Melanoma
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    City Of Hope Cancer Center Chicago

    2520 Elisha Ave, 
    Zion, IL 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Winchester is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Zion, Illinois. Dr. Winchester is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 44 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Hyperparathyroidism, Mastectomy, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Winchester is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Plastic Surgery
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Plastic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Anthony Terrasse, MD, SC

    700 N Westmoreland Rd, 
    Lake Forest, IL 
     (8.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Anthony Terrasse is a Plastic Surgeon practicing medicine in Lake Forest, Illinois. Dr. Terrasse is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, Melanoma, and Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC). Dr. Terrasse is board certified in American Board Of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Terrasse is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Referral may be required
    1000 N Westmoreland Rd Level 1, Pavilion A, 
    Lake Forest, IL 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Alok Pant is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Lake Forest, Illinois. Dr. Pant is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Endometrial Cancer, Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor, Testicular Yolk Sac Tumor, and Ovarian Cancer. Dr. Pant is board certified in American Board Of Obstetrics And Gynecology - Gynecologic Oncology (Certified). Dr. Pant is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Referral may be required
    1000 N Westmoreland Rd Level 1, Pavilion A, 
    Lake Forest, IL 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Terrence Bugno is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Lake Forest, Illinois. Dr. Bugno is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Breast Cancer, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. Dr. Bugno is board certified in American Board Of Radiology - Therapeutic Radiology (Certified). Dr. Bugno is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Referral may be required

    Aurora Dermatology

    12500 Aurora Dr, 
    Pleasant Prairie, WI 
     (11.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dana Griffin is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin. Dr. Griffin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. Her clinical expertise encompasses Actinic Keratosis, Melanoma, Warts, and Lymphocytic Infiltrate of Jessner. Dr. Griffin is board certified in American Board Of Dermatology. Dr. Griffin is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Melanoma
    Hematology | Oncology
    Distinguished in Melanoma
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Froedtert Pleasant Prairie Hospiital

    9555 76th St, 
    Pleasant Prairie, WI 
     (13.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Knight is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin. Dr. Knight is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 47 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Adenocarcinoma, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome, and Familial Colorectal Cancer. Dr. Knight is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Melanoma
    Dermatology
    Advanced in Melanoma
    Dermatology
    Referral may be required

    Northwestern Medicine Dermatology-Deerfield

    350 S Waukegan Rd Ste 100, 
    Deerfield, IL 
     (13.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Pedram Yazdan is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Deerfield, Illinois. Dr. Yazdan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome, Neurocutaneous Melanosis, Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus, and Giant Congenital Nevus. Dr. Yazdan is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Melanoma?

    Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer and develops in cells (melanocytes) that make the pigment (melanin) for skin color.  Melanoma is characterized by an irregularly-shaped skin growth that can be a variety of colors, such as white, pink, red, brown, black, or blue, can develop from an existing mole that becomes cancerous, or can appear as a separate skin growth.  There are three subtypes of melanoma: 1) acral lentiginous melanoma, 2) juvenile melanoma, and 3) malignant lentigo melanoma. While melanoma more frequently appears on skin (cutaneous melanoma) that is occasionally exposed to the sun, this cancer can also appear in other areas of the body that have little or no exposure to the sun (acral lentiginious melanoma), such as the scalp, palms, genitals, toes, and soles of the feet (hidden melanoma). More rarely, melanoma can also form in the eyes (ocular melanoma) or inside the nose or throat. While melanoma can appear at any age, it occurs more frequently in older people between the ages of 50 and 70 (malignant lentigo melanoma); however, the rates of melanoma have been increasing over the last thirty years, as well as appearing more frequently in young adults. Juvenile melanoma can be either a cancerous or non-cancerous form of melanoma and usually occurs before puberty. Melanoma tumors are more commonly found on the back in men and on the legs in women. While melanoma more commonly affects the outer layer of skin (epidermis), as the cancer grows, involving more layers of skin, it can also spread to other parts of the body (metastasize). Melanoma is classified by the following stages: Stage 0 (Melanoma in situ) – In this stage of melanoma, abnormal cells that produce melanin (melanocytes) are present in the outer layer of the skin (epidermis) and may become cancerous and spread (metastasize). Stage I (IA & IB) – In this stage of melanoma, the tumor is no larger than 1 millimeter thick, with or without a break in the skin (IA), or the tumor is more than 1, but not more than 2, millimeters thick, without a break in the skin (IB). Stage II (IIA, IIB, & IIC) – In this stage of melanoma, the tumor is no larger than 1, but not more than 2, millimeters thick, with a break in the skin, or the tumor is more than 2, but not more than 4, millimeters thick, without a break in the skin (IIA), or the tumor is more than 2, but not more than 4, millimeters thick, without a break in the skin (IIB), or the tumor is more than 4 millimeters thick, with a break in the skin (IIC). Stage III (IIIA, IIIB, IIIC, & IIID) - In this stage of melanoma, the tumor is not larger than 1 millimeter thick, with a break in the skin, or not larger than 2 millimeters, without a break in the skin, and the cancer has spread to multiple lymph nodes, or it is unknown where the primary cancer began, or the cancer is found in 1 lymph node, and there is tumor spread (metastases) on or under the skin, or the tumor is no larger than 1 millimeter thick, with a break in the skin, or not larger than 2 millimeters thick, without a break in the skin, and one of the following has also been found: 1) the cancer has spread to 1-to-3 lymph nodes, or there are microscopic tumors or tumor spread (metastasis) on or under the skin, or the tumor is larger than 1, but not more than 2, millimeters thick, with a break in the skin, or larger than 2, but not more than 4, millimeters thick, without a break in the skin. Stage IV – In this stage melanoma, the cancer has spread (metastasized) to other parts of the body, such as distant lymph nodes, soft tissue, muscle, the brain, spinal cord, lung, liver, gastrointestinal tract, and bone, and the cancer may have spread far from the primary tumor.

    When should I see a Melanoma doctor near gurnee, IL?

    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 a Melanoma doctor near gurnee, IL?

    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 Melanoma doctors near gurnee, IL?

    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 Melanoma doctors near gurnee, IL?

    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 a Melanoma doctor near gurnee, IL?

    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 Melanoma doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Melanoma 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 a Melanoma doctor near gurnee, IL?

    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 Melanoma 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 Melanoma 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 Melanoma doctors near gurnee, IL?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Melanoma 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 a Melanoma doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Melanoma 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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