Summary

Dr. Gerta Janss is a board-certified dermatologist with nearly four decades of experience caring for patients with skin conditions. She earned her medical degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed her dermatology residency at the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago in 1991. Her extensive experience spanning 39 years has given her deep expertise in diagnosing and treating a wide range of skin disorders. Dr. Janss is fluent in Spanish, allowing her to serve Spanish-speaking patients in their preferred language.

Dr. Janss practices at Northwestern Medicine Glenview Outpatient Center and maintains hospital privileges at Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital in Glenview, Illinois. She specializes in treating moles and unusual skin growths, including atypical moles and age spots. Her surgical expertise includes performing skin biopsies and Mohs surgery, a precise technique for removing skin cancers while preserving healthy tissue. Patients have given Dr. Janss an average rating of 3.9 on Vitals, reflecting their experiences with her care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.9
  • 39 years of experience
  • 8 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish
  • University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago
  • 16 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 18 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

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DermatologyDermatologyDermatologyDermatology
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3.9 
4.8 
39 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience 5 Years of Experience
Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Glenview , ILJoliet , ILChicago , ILChicago , IL
Med School: University of Illinois College of Medicine Med School: Northeast Ohio Medical University Med School: Yale University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Gerta S. Janss

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • North Shore LIJ CareConnect
  • North Shore LIJ CareConnect - IPA
  • Physicians Mutual

Medical Specialties

Dr. Gerta S. Janss has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Gerta S. Janss has the following 18 areas of expertise

  • Acne (Acne Vulgaris)
  • Acne Rosacea
  • Actinic Keratosis
  • Atopic Dermatitis
  • Basal Cell
  • Cryosurgery
  • Eczema
  • Excision
  • Laser Hair Removal
  • Melanoma
  • Mole
  • Psoriasis
  • Psoriatic Arthritis
  • Rash
  • Rosacea
  • Sclerotherapy
  • Skin Biopsy
  • Skin Cancer

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago1991

Medical School

University of Illinois College of MedicineGraduated in 1987
University of Illinois at Chicago College of MedicineGraduated in 1987

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Which hospitals is Dr. Gerta Janss affiliated with?
Dr. Gerta Janss is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital.
Where is Dr. Gerta Janss's office located?
Dr. Gerta Janss's office is located at 2701 Patriot Blvd, Glenview, IL, 60026.

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