Cristina R. Camara, MD, FAAD
Board-Certified Dermatologist
4.9 /5
761 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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• 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.
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• Forefront Dermatology
Dr Camera is very knowledgeable in the work that she does, helping protect issues related to your skin.
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• Forefront Dermatology
Excellent care provided by the doctor and her associates.
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• Forefront Dermatology
Dr Camara always take the time to explain and recommend solutions. Very impressed with office totally.
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• Forefront Dermatology
Dr Camara is very friendly and does her job well. Very thorough. She’s a wonderful doctor!!
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• Forefront Dermatology
Ive been seeing Dr Camara for years. She's extremely knowledgeable, patient with your questions, explains treatment and medicine usage with ease. Her nurses and staff are top notch. Very sweet, and very smart.
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• Forefront Dermatology
Very personable. She explained everything she was doing and why. I recommend her.
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Wonderful Doctor and a caring person who is a great listener dedicated to your situation. I have been a patient for over 5 years.
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• Forefront Dermatology
Dr Camara is, as always, a superb physician. She is informative, knowledgeable, helpful, compassionate, and understanding.
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• Forefront Dermatology
Dr. Camara and her team are the best! They are so caring and so good at their job!
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.
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