Cristina R. Camara, MD, FAAD

Board-Certified Dermatologist

4.9 /5

771 reviews

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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Google • Forefront Dermatology

Dr Camara was really emphatic and kind. She explained what she was doing and made me feel at ease.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Dr. Camara was professional and personable. She was thorough and treated me like a person not just a patient.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

She is personable and such a good doctor.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Dr Camara is the best there is..hands down. Her nurse Kaydie was just as amazing.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

I seen Dr.Camara today she’s such a great doctor professional knowledgeable & she made me feel at ease. Her clinical staff was so nice fast & efficient. All the receptionist from check in to check out was so professional. Great job PDSKIN!

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Removed my skin tags quick and easy

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Had my first examination with Dr. Camara; she was extremely thorough. I left feeling confident I was in good hands.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Dr Camara is very professional and personable. I feel very confident having her for my doctor. The whole staff is professional and efficient.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Dr Camera is very knowledgeable in the work that she does, helping protect issues related to your skin.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Excellent care provided by the doctor and her associates.

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.