Summary

Dr. Debra Bakal is a dermatologist and dermatopathologist with 37 years of experience treating skin conditions and analyzing skin tissue samples. She earned her medical degree from the prestigious Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and completed her residency training at Cook County Hospital. Her dual specialty allows her to both diagnose and treat skin diseases while also examining tissue samples under a microscope to provide precise diagnoses. Dr. Bakal speaks Spanish, Polish, and English.

Dr. Bakal practices at Ascension Saint Alexius and her own practice, Bakal Dermatology Associates, both located in Hoffman Estates, Illinois. She treats patients with venous skin ulcers and varicose veins, helping to heal chronic wounds and improve circulation-related skin problems. Her expertise includes removing seborrheic keratoses, which are common benign skin growths. Dr. Bakal performs specialized procedures including pathology tests and surgical pathology examinations to accurately diagnose skin conditions. Patients give her an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 37 years of experience
  • 13 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Polish, English
  • Cook County Hospital
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Debra Aaronson Bakal has 2 locations

Bakal Dermatology Associates

1786 Moon Lake Blvd Ste 100Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 11:30 am
SunClosed

Ascension Saint Alexius

1555 N Barrington RdHoffman Estates, IL 60169

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DermatologyDermatologyDermatologyDermatology
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4.3 
37 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Polish, English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Hoffman Estates , ILNaperville , ILITASCA , ILGlenview , IL
Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania Med School: Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine Med School: Physician Assistant degree from Nova Southeastern University in Ft. Lauderdale, FL Med School: Loyola University Medical Center
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Debra Aaronson Bakal

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Priority Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Debra Aaronson Bakal has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Debra Aaronson Bakal has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Acne (Acne Vulgaris)
  • Actinic Keratosis
  • Basal Cell
  • Dermatopathology
  • Excision
  • Melanoma
  • Mole
  • Psoriasis
  • Rash
  • Rosacea
  • Skin Biopsy
  • Skin Cancer
  • Warts

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Cook County Hospital

Medical School

Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of PennsylvaniaGraduated in 1989

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Dr. Debra Bakal speaks Spanish, Polish, and English.
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Dr. Debra Bakal is affiliated with Ascension Saint Alexius.

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