Summary

Dr. Karina Vivar is a dermatologist who also specializes in pediatrics, bringing 15 years of experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from New York University School of Medicine and completed her residency at UCSF Medical Center. This dual expertise allows her to provide comprehensive skin care for patients of all ages, from infants to adults.

Dr. Vivar practices at multiple locations throughout the Chicago area, including Chicago, Lake Forest, and Northbrook. She treats common skin conditions such as atypical moles, unusual birthmarks, and eczema. Her procedural expertise includes removing skin lesions, laser therapy for various skin problems, and specialized laser treatments. This combination of medical and surgical dermatology skills enables her to offer both non-invasive and advanced treatment options for her patients.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 15 years of experience
  • 34 insurance plans accepted
  • Ucsf Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 4 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Karina Lao Vivar has 4 locations

Dr. Karina Lao Vivar

225 E Chicago AveChicago, IL 60611

Ann And Robert H Lurie Childrens Hospital Of Chicago

900 N Westmoreland Rd Ste 110Lake Forest, IL 60045
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Ann And Robert H Lurie Childrens Hospital Of Chicago

1131 Techny RdNorthbrook, IL 60062
Mon7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sat7:30 am - 3:00 pm
Sun7:30 am - 12:00 pm

Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital

1000 N Westmoreland RdLake Forest, IL 60045

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DermatologyDermatologyDermatologyDermatology
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4.1 
15 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Chicago , ILGlenview , ILLa Grange , ILChicago , IL
Med School: New York University School Of Medicine Med School: University of Chicago Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: Yale University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karina Lao Vivar

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Advocate Health Care
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Amita Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan - HMO
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Dean Health Plan
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Health Alliance
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - IPA
  • Humana
  • MagnaCare
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mercy Care
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • North Shore LIJ CareConnect
  • North Shore LIJ CareConnect - IPA
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • WPS Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Karina Lao Vivar has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Karina Lao Vivar has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Immunization
  • Pediatric Diabetes
  • Pediatrics
  • Physical
  • Vaccination

Certifications, License, & Education

15 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Ucsf Medical Center

Medical School

New York University School Of MedicineGraduated in 2011

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Where is Dr. Karina Vivar's office located?
Dr. Karina Vivar's office is located at 225 E Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL, 60611.
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