Overview
Umar Sheikh is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois.
Dr. Sheikh is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Grover's Disease and Leprosy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 14 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
5841 S Maryland Ave Ste MC5067, Chicago, IL 60637
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Umar Sheikh
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Umar Sheikh?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Umar Sheikh by calling their office at 773-702-9660. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Umar Sheikh a top-rated expert for Grover's Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Umar Sheikh is classified as an Advanced expert for Grover's Disease, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Umar Sheikh specialize in?
While Dr. Umar Sheikh is a Dermatology, they have specific expertise in Grover's Disease, Leprosy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Dermatology.
Does Dr. Umar Sheikh participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Umar Sheikh has published 14 articles and abstracts on conditions like Grover's Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Umar Sheikh's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Umar Sheikh accept my insurance?
Dr. Umar Sheikh accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 773-702-9660 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- Grover's DiseaseDr. Sheikh isAdvanced. Learn about Grover's Disease.
- Experienced
- LeprosyDr. Sheikh isExperienced. Learn about Leprosy.

