4.6
9 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Cara Garretson sees patients at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, where she practices dermatology with 21 years of experience. She speaks English and Spanish. Dr. Garretson completed her medical training at the University of Louisville School of Medicine and her residency at the University of Kansas School of Medicine in 2009. She sees patients in Chicago, Illinois. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Garretson 4.56 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 21 years of experience
- 5 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- University of Kansas School of Medicine
- 2 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 12 areas of expertise
- 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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Office Location
Northwestern Dermatology - SoNo and Lincoln Park
1460 N Halsted St Ste 203Chicago, IL 60642 Tel: (312) 695-8106
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| Cara B. Garretson, MD | Rachel Sulfridge, APN | Julie Gruszczynski, PA-C | Dr. Karen Ann Smith, PA-C |
| Dermatology | Dermatology | Dermatology | Dermatology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 21 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience | 5 Years of Experience | 19 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| Chicago , IL | Naperville , IL | Chicago , IL | Skokie , IL |
| Med School: University of Louisville School of Medicine | |||
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Cara B. Garretson
Medical Specialties
Cara B. Garretson has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Cara B. Garretson has the following 12 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
21 Years Experience
Cara B. Garretson holds an expired medical license in the state of Illinois.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Illinois that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at University of Kansas School of Medicine in 2009.
Medical School
Graduated from University of Louisville School of Medicine in 2005.
NPI Number
Cara B. Garretson's NPI number is 1033249677.
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- What languages does Cara Garretson speak?
- Cara Garretson speaks English and Spanish.
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