Cristina R. Camara, MD, FAAD

Board-Certified Dermatologist

Cristina R. Camara, MD, FAAD

Dr. Camara is a Board-Certified Dermatologist. She thinks dermatology is a wonderful field because it enables her to make people feel better about their skin. She works hard to find the best solutions for her patients, ensuring them that they’ll always receive the best possible care. She is proud to have received her board certification in dermatology and she continually strives to grow and improve as a clinician.

Crest Hill

2051 Plainfield Road

Crest Hill, Illinois 60403

Tel:(815) 741-4343

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Morris

1600 US-6

Morris, Illinois 60450

Tel:(815) 941-9500

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New Lenox

1890 Silver Cross Boulevard
Suite 505

New Lenox, Illinois 60451

Tel:(815) 741-4343

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Very good experience

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Dr Camera is always gentle and caring with patients. I couldn’t ask for a better dermatologist.

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I thought that Dr. Camara was very friendly and very professional. I was a little nervous at first I'm 54 and never had a full body exam. She was pleasant and easy to talk to also didn't feel rushed at all.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Was a good visit, Dr. C always in a great mood.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Very friendly. Extremely knowledgeable. Very through, makes sure all your inquiries are addressed fully. My highest recommendation!!

Google • Forefront Dermatology

My wife Janice saw Dr Camara today. Our family loves her. She has been our Doctor for many years. She is the best.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Dr. Camera was thorough, precise & informative at my visit today. She reassured me that a worrisome mole was a “good guy” & examined every inch of my skin. I was pleased with the time & attention she paid me.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Dr. Camara is so wonderful. She is knowledgeable, kind, and attentive. I never have to wait and she has taken my health and that of my kids very seriously.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

The staff is very professional & courteous & Dr Camara is the best !

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Love Dr Camara!

Education

Undergraduate Degree:
University of the Philippines, College of Arts and Sciences

Medical Degree:
University of the Philippines, College of Medicine

Dermatology Residency:
University of the Philippines, College of Medicine
University of Illinois at Chicago, IL

Pediatric Residency:
University of the Philippines, College of Medicine
University of Illinois at Chicago, IL

Dermatology Clinical Research Fellowship:
University of Illinois at Chicago, IL

Certificates

Board-Certified Dermatologist (American Board of Dermatology)

Achievements

Cum Laude
International Honors Society of Phi Kappa Phi
Resident of the Year Award for Outstanding Performance
Outstanding Intern in Ophthalmology
Outstanding Intern in Rehabilitation Medicine
Outstanding Intern in Community Medicine
Class Rand #17 out of 156 graduates

Publications

Fiedler VC, Camara CR, Topical Hair Growth Promoters in Androgenetic Alopecia. Dermatologic Therapy. Volume 8, 1998, 34-41.

Hill C, Camara CR. Hansen’s Disease, Book Chapter in Conn’s Medical Therapeutics. 2002 in press.

Pipitone M, Robinson JK, Camara CR, Chittineni B. Skin Cancer Awareness in Suburban Employees: A Hispanic Perspective. J Amer Acad Derm 2002:47 (1):118-23.

*Age Restriction

For patients scheduling who are under 18 years of age (19 in Alabama) please make sure you have permission from your parent or legal guardian to schedule this appointment. Your parent or legal guardian must accompany you on your initial visit and on certain subsequent visits to provide appropriate informed consent.