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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.
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 locationsAnn And Robert H Lurie Childrens Hospital Of Chicago
900 N Westmoreland Rd Ste 110Lake Forest, IL 60045 Tel: (312) 227-1010
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 Tel: (312) 227-7600
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 Tel: (847) 234-5600
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| Dr. Karina Lao Vivar, MD | Dr. Mark A. Berk, MD | Dr. Vinaya Soundararajan, MD | Dr. Raj Chovatiya, MD, PhD |
| Dermatology | Dermatology | Dermatology | Dermatology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 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 , IL | Glenview , IL | La Grange , IL | Chicago , 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 |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karina Lao Vivar
Medical Specialties
Dr. Karina Lao Vivar has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Karina Lao Vivar has the following 6 areas of expertise
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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