Karen Chen, PA

Karen Chen, PA

Physician Assistant (Dermatology)
374.5 mi · 707 Lake Cook Rd, #280, Deerfield, IL 60015

At a glance

Accepts 41 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Works at Deerfield Dermatology
2 office locations · View practice profile
Speaks English

Office locations

1
1.
Deerfield Dermatology
374.5 mi · 707 Lake Cook Rd, #280, Deerfield, IL, 60015
2
2.
Deerfield Dermatology
389.4 mi · 36100 Brookside Dr, Ste 100, Gurnee, IL, 60031

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In-network insurances

Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
UnitedHealthcare Oxford
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare

Popular visit reasons

Acne
Allergy Consultation
Annual Skin Screening
Autoimmune Skin Disease
Dermatology Consultation
Pediatric Itching
Rash
Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)
Acne
Allergy Consultation
Annual Skin Screening
Autoimmune Skin Disease

More about Karen Chen, PA

Karen Chen is a Physician Assistant currently working under a licensed practitioner's supervision. Their license number is 085009083, and their current employer is Deerfield Dermatology. Karen Chen, PA-C, is a board-certified Physician Assistant at Deerfield Dermatology with a special interest in medical and surgical dermatology for patients of all ages. Karen graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Cognitive Neuroscience from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. After graduating, Karen's fulfilling experience as a patient care technician at Rush University Medical Center served as the impetus to focus her career on directly impacting patient care by both preventing and treating illnesses. Karen then attended Arcadia University, graduating with a Master's in Physician Assistant Studies. Karen is currently certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) and is an active member of the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants (SDPA). She is committed to continued learning and staying current on the latest treatments in dermatology. Karen handles a broad subset of dermatological issues, from diagnosing and removing skin cancers to treating complex rashes and acne. She is well-versed in prescribing and monitoring patients on high-risk medications and highly skilled in performing simple and complex surgical removal of benign and cancerous lesions. She believes that treatment goes beyond the diagnosis: “I want patients to feel heard… this is a safe space for patients to ask any type of questions to better understand their skin… ultimately curating the most effective treatment plan is a team effort requiring close coordination between patient and provider.”

Education & experience

Education

Arcadia University, Master's in Physician Assistant Studies
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (Bachelor's)

Practice

Certifications

National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

Background

Languages spoken

English

Gender

Female

NPI number

#1558098152

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Frequently asked questions

What practice does Karen Chen work with?

Karen Chen works with Deerfield Dermatology.

Where is Karen Chen's office located?

Karen Chen has 2 office locations, including in Deerfield and Gurnee, view full addresses on Karen Chen's profile.

Which board certifications does Karen Chen have?

Karen Chen is certified by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.

What are common reasons for patients to see Karen Chen?

Karen Chen frequently sees patients for Acne, Allergy Consultation, Annual Skin Screening, Dermatology Consultation, and Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI). You can see other visit reasons for Karen Chen on their profile.

What languages does Karen Chen speak?

Karen Chen speaks English.

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