Dr. Ronald (Ron) Berne, MD

Dr. Ronald (Ron) Berne, MD

Dermatologist
1733 N Harlem Ave, Chicago, IL
4.85
“Excellent physician extremely knowledgeable and very professional.The office staff was very helpful and respectful. Joe P.”
JOSEPH P.January 27, 2026
Highly recommended
96% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.85

Average wait time

4.82

Bedside manner

5.00
“Excellent physician extremely knowledgeable and very professional.The office staff was very helpful and respectful. Joe P.”
JOSEPH P.January 27, 2026
“Dr Berne is wonderful he talks about your last visit. He explains what he is going to do and then he sits with you afterwards to make sure that you tolerated the treatment. Have already made an appointment again.”
Mary Jean Z.January 25, 2026

About Dr. Ronald (Ron) Berne

With over 25 years of experience, Dr. Berne began his dermatology career by earning his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia, and both his Masters and Bachelors degrees from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Drawn to dermatology due to its expansive variety, and link to overall health and challenging nature, he received his formal dermatology training at Cook County Hospital in Chicago and completed his internal medicine internship at Rush University Hospital. Backed by the American Board of Dermatology, he began private practice in 1994. In addition to the American Academy of Dermatology, Berne is also a member of the Geriatric Dermatology Expert Resource Group, the American Geriatric Society and the Skin of Color Society. Dr. Berne specializes in geriatric dermatology, but sees patients from the age of eighteen and older. While away from the office, Dr. Berne enjoys a variety of hobbies including hiking, great BBQ, crossword puzzles, and cheering on the Chicago Cubs. He enjoys spending time with his wife, and their two grown daughters.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Acute skin infection
Psoriasis
Benign or precancerous skin growths
Acute skin infection
Psoriasis
Benign or precancerous skin growths

Office location

Dermatology + Aesthetics - Oak Park
1733 N Harlem Ave, Chicago, IL 60707

Education and background

Practice names

Board certifications

  • American Board of Dermatology

Education and training

  • Medical School - Jefferson Medical College, Doctor of Medicine
  • University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (Master's)
  • University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (Bachelor's)
  • Rush University Hospital, Residency in Internal Medicine

Professional memberships

  • American Academy of Dermatology

Race and ethnicity organizations

  • Skin of Color Society

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1104920842

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.85
Wait time
4.82
Bedside manner
5.00
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Excellent physician extremely knowledgeable and very professional.The office staff was very helpful and respectful. Joe P.
Verified patient
Front desk staff are always so nice and accommodating! Dr. Berne was efficient and kind, as always.
Verified patient
We love Dr Berne. Going to him for years. He’s the best
Verified patient
Excellent experience. Very professional, caring, and transparent.
Verified patient
Very professional!
Verified patient
Dr Berne is wonderful he talks about your last visit. He explains what he is going to do and then he sits with you afterwards to make sure that you tolerated the treatment. Have already made an appointment again.
Verified patient
I loved the service I received. It was my first time visiting the doctor's office, but everyone was super friendly, from the girl at the front desk to the doctor's assistant, and the doctor himself was very kind. I felt very comfortable. I truly recommend them one hundred percent.??
Verified patient
Igual an amazing Doctor . Highly recommend
Verified patient
Excellent, knowledgeable, very nice atmosphere
Verified patient
Dr Berne was recommended to me and I’m so glad he was. He is a wonderful doctor, an intelligent, compassionate man who describes everything in understandable language. I thoroughly enjoyed my appointment and will definitely return.
Verified patient
Dr Berne was caring and went above and beyond in discovering more about my medical history. I will definitely see him again for any dermatology needs.
Verified patient
Very informative and great bedside manner!
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Dr. Ronald (Ron) Berne's office is located at 1733 N Harlem Ave, Chicago, IL 60707.

Which board certifications does Dr. Ronald (Ron) Berne have?

Dr. Ronald (Ron) Berne is certified by American Board of Dermatology.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Ronald (Ron) Berne?

Dr. Ronald (Ron) Berne frequently sees patients for Acne, Annual Skin Screening, Mole Screening/Treatment, Rash, and Skin Problem . You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Ronald (Ron) Berne on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Ronald (Ron) Berne speak?

Dr. Ronald (Ron) Berne speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Ronald (Ron) Berne in reviews?

48 patients have reviewed Dr. Ronald (Ron) Berne. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.85/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.82/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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