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Summary
Dr. Lu Chen is a dermatologist and dermatopathologist who earned his medical degree from Washington University School of Medicine. He completed his residency at the Washington University/B-JH/SLCH Consortium in 2018, followed by a fellowship at NYU Grossman School of Medicine in 2019. With 12 years of experience in dermatology and skin pathology, Dr. Chen brings specialized expertise in diagnosing skin conditions through microscopic examination.
Dr. Chen practices at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago, Illinois, where he focuses on dermatopathology, melanoma diagnosis, and mole screening and removal. His clinical work includes performing pathology tests and surgical pathology to help identify various skin conditions. He also performs kidney transplant biopsies, demonstrating his expertise in complex diagnostic procedures that help guide patient treatment decisions.
Dr. Chen practices at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago, Illinois, where he focuses on dermatopathology, melanoma diagnosis, and mole screening and removal. His clinical work includes performing pathology tests and surgical pathology to help identify various skin conditions. He also performs kidney transplant biopsies, demonstrating his expertise in complex diagnostic procedures that help guide patient treatment decisions.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 12 years of experience
- 12 insurance plans accepted
- NYU Grossman School of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 11 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
Northwestern Medicine Department of Dermatology
676 N St Clair St Arkes Pavilion, Ste 1600Chicago, IL 60611 Tel: (312) 695-8106
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| Dermatology | Dermatology | Dermatology | Dermatology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 12 Years of Experience | 28 Years of Experience | 16 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 | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
| Chicago , IL | ITASCA , IL | Naperville , IL | Skokie , IL |
| Med School: Washington University School of Medicine | Med School: Physician Assistant degree from Nova Southeastern University in Ft. Lauderdale, FL | ||
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Lu Chen
Medical Specialties
Lu Chen has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Lu Chen has the following 11 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
12 Years Experience
Lu Chen holds an active medical license in the state of Illinois.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Illinois that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at NYU Grossman School of Medicine in 2019.
Residency
Completed their residency at Washington University/B-JH/SLCH Consortium in 2018.
Medical School
Graduated from Washington University School of Medicine in 2014.
NPI Number
Lu Chen's NPI number is 1124445077.
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- Where is Lu Chen's office located?
- Lu Chen's office is located at 676 N St Clair St Arkes Pavilion, Ste 1600, Chicago, IL, 60611.
- Which hospitals is Lu Chen affiliated with?
- Lu Chen is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital.
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- You can see the insurance plans that Lu Chen accepts on their Vitals profile.
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- Lu Chen is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Lu Chen's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
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