The 20 Best Melanoma Doctors Near Me in east chicago, IN

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 57 doctor with experience in Melanoma near east chicago, IN. Of these, 45 are Experienced, 8 are Advanced, 3 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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

    UChicago Medicine Duchossois Center For Advanced Medicine - Hyde Park

    5758 S. Maryland Ave., 
    Chicago, IL 
     (13.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Gajewski is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Gajewski is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Melanoma of the Eye, Neuroendocrine Tumor, and Bladder Cancer. Dr. Gajewski is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Franciscan Health Cancer Center Munster

    701 Superior Ave, 
    Munster, IN 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Malayalam, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sueyi Lai is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Munster, Indiana. Dr. Lai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Angiosarcoma. Dr. Lai is currently accepting new patients.

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

    OSF Little Company Of Mary - Comprehensive Cancer Center - Medical Oncology

    2800 West 95th Street, 
    Evergreen Park, IL 
     (13.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Shamila Garg is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Evergreen Park, Illinois. Dr. Garg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, and Prostate Cancer. Dr. Garg is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Garg is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Centro Medico Ruiz-Montero PC

    4320 Fir St Unit 410, 
    East Chicago, IN 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Terrence Dempsey is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in East Chicago, Indiana. Dr. Dempsey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Gallbladder Removal.

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

    Alverno Clinical Laboratories LLC

    2434 Interstate Plaza Dr, 
    Hammond, IN 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jie Song is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Hammond, Indiana. Dr. Song is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Epidural Lipomatosis, Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Warts, Actinic Keratosis, and Bone Graft. Dr. Song is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Referral required

    Lorin M. Brown M.D. P.C.

    1950 45th St Ste 200, 
    Munster, IN 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Tarun Kukreja is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Munster, Indiana. Dr. Kukreja is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), and Extramammary Paget Disease. Dr. Kukreja is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Referral required

    Franciscan Physician Networkk-Fms Dyer Im/Peds

    919 Main St, 
    Dyer, IN 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Laura Hoffman is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Dyer, Indiana. Dr. Hoffman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sunburn, Actinic Keratosis, Warts, and Melanoma. Dr. Hoffman is currently accepting new patients.

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

    The University Of Chicago Medical Center Oncology

    5841 S Maryland Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (12.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Olson is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Olson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Melanoma of the Eye, Lung Cancer, Liver Embolization, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Olson is board certified in Internal Medicine Medical Oncology. Dr. Olson is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Melanoma
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
    Distinguished in Melanoma
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
    Referral may be required

    UChicago Medicine Duchossois Center For Advanced Medicine - Hyde Park

    5758 S. Maryland Ave., 
    Chicago, IL 
     (13.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Cristina O'donoghue is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. O'donoghue is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Melanoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. O'donoghue is board certified in Surgery. Dr. O'donoghue is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Melanoma
    Advanced in Melanoma
    Referral required

    UChicago Medicine Duchossois Center For Advanced Medicine - Hyde Park

    5758 S. Maryland Ave., 
    Chicago, IL 
     (13.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Russian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Christopher Shea is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Shea is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome, Mycosis Fungoides, Melanoma, and Basal Cell Skin Cancer. Dr. Shea is board certified in Dermatology Dermatopathology and Practicing Since1983. Dr. Shea is currently accepting new patients.

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

    University Of Chicago Hospitals

    5758 S Maryland Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (13.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Vietnamese
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kiran Turaga is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Turaga is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pseudomyxoma Peritonei, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Retroperitoneal Liposarcoma, Hernia Surgery, and Splenectomy. Dr. Turaga is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Geriatrics | Oncology
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Geriatrics | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    UChicago Medicine At Ingalls - Calumet City

    1600 Torrence Ave., 
    Calumet City, IL 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    James Wallace is a Geriatrics specialist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Calumet City, Illinois. Dr. Wallace is rated as an Experienced 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 Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET), Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatoblastoma, and Familial Colorectal Cancer. Dr. Wallace is board certified in Geriatric Medicine Medical Oncology and Practicing Since2008. Dr. Wallace is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Northwest Cancer Center

    1001 Calumet Ave, 
    Dyer, IN 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mohamad Kassar is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Dyer, Indiana. Dr. Kassar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 80 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Colorectal Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Kassar is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Melanoma
    Distinguished in Melanoma
    Referral may be required

    Monroe Medical Associates SC

    71 W 156th St Ste 401, 
    Harvey, IL 
     (10.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Mark Kozloff is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Harvey, Illinois. Dr. Kozloff is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 54 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Angiosarcoma. Dr. Kozloff is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Referral may be required

    UChicago Medicine Duchossois Center For Advanced Medicine - Hyde Park

    5758 S. Maryland Ave., 
    Chicago, IL 
     (13.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German
    Accepting New Patients

    Bernhard Ortel is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Ortel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, Bullous Pemphigoid, Actinic Keratosis, and Intertrigo. Dr. Ortel is board certified in Dermatology. Dr. Ortel is currently accepting new patients.

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

    UChicago Medicine Duchossois Center For Advanced Medicine - Hyde Park

    5758 S. Maryland Ave., 
    Chicago, IL 
     (13.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian
    Accepting New Patients

    Diana Bolotin is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Bolotin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), and Extramammary Paget Disease. Dr. Bolotin is board certified in Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery Dermatology and Practicing Since2010. Dr. Bolotin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Referral required

    UChicago Medicine Duchossois Center For Advanced Medicine - Hyde Park

    5758 S. Maryland Ave., 
    Chicago, IL 
     (13.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Arlene De Luzuriaga is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. De Luzuriaga is rated as an Experienced 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 Actinic Keratosis, Warts, Seborrheic Keratosis, and Lichen Simplex Chronicus. Dr. De Luzuriaga is board certified in Dermatology and Dermatopathology. Dr. De Luzuriaga is currently accepting new patients.

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

    UChicago Medicine Duchossois Center For Advanced Medicine - Hyde Park

    5758 S. Maryland Ave., 
    Chicago, IL 
     (13.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Lawrence Gottlieb is a Plastic Surgeon and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Gottlieb is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Frostbite, Varicose Veins, Vaginectomy, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Gottlieb is board certified in Practicing Since1984 and Plastic Surgery. Dr. Gottlieb is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Referral may be required

    UChicago Medicine Duchossois Center For Advanced Medicine - Hyde Park

    5758 S. Maryland Ave., 
    Chicago, IL 
     (13.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Oluwakemi Onajin is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Onajin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE), Pustular Psoriasis, Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), and Lichen Planus. Dr. Onajin is board certified in Dermatopathology Dermatology. Dr. Onajin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Referral may be required

    UChicago Medicine Duchossois Center For Advanced Medicine - Hyde Park

    5758 S. Maryland Ave., 
    Chicago, IL 
     (13.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Scott Blaszak is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Blaszak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. His clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Actinic Keratosis, Warts, and Fetal Cystic Hygroma. Dr. Blaszak is board certified in Dermatology. Dr. Blaszak 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 east chicago, IN?

    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 east chicago, IN?

    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 east chicago, IN?

    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 east chicago, IN?

    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 east chicago, IN?

    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 east chicago, IN?

    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 east chicago, IN?

    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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