Gayle L. McCloskey, MD, FAAD
Board-Certified Dermatologist
4.9 /5
626 reviews
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5.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
Excellent doctor; highly recommend. Very educated and yet very compassionate.
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5.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
Doctor McCloskey is very good and friendly
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5.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
Dr McClosky is very professional in all respects, makes me feel very comfortable, and takes the time to listen and explain all my concerns. She is a great doctor.
google
5.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
Check in at front desk and in the examination room very professional and efficient. Dr McCloskey as always very informative and compassionate (By the way, the patient on this visit was Dave Sweas, as opposed to Judy Sweas)
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5.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
Everyone is very nice and helpful
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5.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
Dr. McCloskey is a good doctor and takes time with her patients. She always answers questions and provides helpful information. I highly recommend her!
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5.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
Dr. McCloskey very thorough. Took time to discuss concerns.
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5.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
Dr McCloskey is excellent! She explains what she is doing and what she sees on my skin.
google
5.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
I so much concur with all the people that said “it’s like visiting a friend”. I instantly clicked with Dr. McCloskey. She is truly knowledgeable, receptive and kind. Answered all my questions!
google
5.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
Love Dr. McCloskey! She is so knowledgeable, kind and helpful. She is more than willing to spend time answering any questions or concerns.
Education

Medical Degree:
Loyola University-Stritch School of Medicine, IL

Internal Medicine Internship:
Loyola University Medical Center/Hines VA Hospital, IL

Dermatology Residency:
Mayo Clinic Foundation, MN

Certificates
Board-Certified Dermatologist (American Board of Dermatology)
Professional Memberships
American Academy of Dermatology
American Medical Association
Chicago Dermatological Society
Women's Dermatologic Society
O'Leary Society
Achievements
Paul A. O'Leary Award for Clinical Excellence in Dermatology
Roy S. Rogers III Travel Award for Excellence in Patient Care
Alpha Omega Alpha, Vice President Epsilon Chapter of Illinois
Janet M. Glasgow Memorial Achievement Citation
CRC Press Chemistry Award
Summa cum laude
Highest Scholastic Achievement Award, Alpha Tau Delta
Kappa Gamma Pi Honor Society
Delta Epsilon Sigma Honor Society
Dean's List
Publications

van der Kooi, K, Davis, MPD, McCloskey, G. Chronic edema of the lips-a rare but real problem: A report of 3 cases and their response to therapy. JAAD 2005; 53(5): 875-877.

Randle, HW, McCloskey, GL. Diseases of the Mouth, in Conn’s Current Therapy 52nd Edition, Edited by RE Rakel, WB Saunders, Philadephia, 2000.

McCloskey, GL, Massa MC. Cephalexin rash in infectious mononucleosis: Case report and review of related literature. Cutis 1997; 59(5): 251-4.

Young, MRI, McCloskey, G Wright, MA, Pak, AS. Increasing infiltration and activation of DC8(+) tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes after eliminating immune suppressive granulocyte/macrophage progenitor cells with low doses of interferon and tumor necrosis factor. Cancer Immunology Immunotherapy. jan 1994. 38(1); 9-15.

*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.