Edward B. Li, MD, PhD

Edward B. Li, MD, PhD

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Primary Specialty

Dermatology

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Practice Focus Areas

This medical professional has a particular interest or expertise in:

Reasons to Schedule a Visit

This medical professional may be a good choice for you if you are looking for care for any of the following:

  • Acne (adult or teenager)
  • Bacterial skin infection (cellulitis)
  • Blisters (pemphigus)
  • Bug bites
  • Cyst or abscess
  • Dark skin patches (melasma)
  • Eczema (dry, itchy or bumpy skin)
  • Genital concerns, male
  • Genital conditions, female
  • Hair follicle that is inflamed or infected (folliculitis)
  • Hair loss (alopecia)
  • Hidradenitis suppurativa
  • History of melanoma
  • Inflamed cyst (swollen, red or painful cyst)
  • Itchy, peeling or red skin
  • Mole or lesion evaluation
  • Mole that is bleeding
  • Nail evaluation
  • Noncancerous skin tumor (seborrheic keratosis)
  • Psoriasis
  • Rash
  • Redness or flushing of face (rosacea)
  • Scar tissue (keloid)
  • Skin allergies or hives
  • Skin cancer concern
  • Skin color loss (vitiligo)
  • Skin complications from radiation or chemo (cancer treatments)
  • Skin dark spots (hyperpigmentation)
  • Skin exam for full body
  • Skin fungus
  • Skin immune systems conditions (sarcoidosis, granuloma, morphea, scleroderma)
  • Skin inflammation (atopic/contact dermatitis)
  • Skin tag removal
  • Sun spots (actinic keratosis)
  • Sweating excessively (hyperhidrosis)
  • Viral skin infection (molluscum)
  • Warts
  • White bumps on skin (milia)

Education

Medical Education:
MD, PhD, Harvard Medical School - 2020
Internship:
Mass General Brigham - 2021
Residency:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2024

Languages Spoken

  • Chinese

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Dermatology - Dermatology (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Instructor, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:
Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.6
4.6 

267 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

42 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

42 Reviews

February 26, 2026

5.0

Dr. Li was very friendly and patient

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February 11, 2026

5.0

Dr. Edward B.Li is very kind and understanding. He puts you at ease, you know he cares. And even though he wears his mask, I can tell that he's smiling! That's so important for me, because I'm usually so anxious at the doctor's office when I am the patient. It's a childhood trauma thing that apparently I haven't figured out how to fix yet. Haha! But yes, I'd definitely recommend Dr. Li to anyone...

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February 07, 2026

5.0

Very thorough, understanding, listens, and he doesn't rush, I don't feel like I am just a number

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January 29, 2026

5.0

I trust his knowledge

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January 02, 2026

5.0

Smart, kind, thorough.

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December 15, 2025

5.0

Great manner and friendly

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November 25, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable Dr. Willing to listen & answer patients questions.

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November 25, 2025

5.0

This was my first encounter with Dr. Li, but he made me feel at ease and clearly/concisely answered all of my questions and concerns.

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November 10, 2025

5.0

He is smart, personable, and a good way about him. He is a ten in my book.

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November 07, 2025

5.0

Super nice. Listens. Asks questions. Great doctor.

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November 05, 2025

5.0

He took time to understand my concerns and make suggestions.

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November 03, 2025

5.0

1st impression was everything

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November 03, 2025

5.0

Dr. Li is to notch. He listens, explains his thoughts in detail and answers questions in a straightforward manner. He has a great way of caring for patients and it's obvious he is respectful of his medical team (techs, nurses, students) which is very nice to see. Dr Li is top notch!

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October 31, 2025

5.0

Kindness and professionalism

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October 25, 2025

5.0

Dr. Edward B. Li, this is the first time I've seen him. He is a very good doctor. He explained things well and let me ask questions. I liked that he was very kind.

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October 20, 2025

5.0

Dr Li is a wonderful doctor! Extremely professional and competent. He is a thoughtful and caring doctor!

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October 13, 2025

5.0

Extremely efficient. Excellent bedside manner. Very reassuring.

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September 21, 2025

5.0

Only had 1 visit so . But still would whole office so professional acting

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September 08, 2025

5.0

Dr. Li has a good attitude and approach to patient care.

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September 04, 2025

5.0

Dr Li has taken excellent care of me several times. Dr. Li always explains well.

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September 03, 2025

5.0

I would highly recommend Dr.Li

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August 18, 2025

5.0

Friendly and knowledgeable

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August 05, 2025

5.0

Confident of his knowledge

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August 04, 2025

5.0

Professional, friendly & knowledgable

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August 04, 2025

5.0

He was patient and made me feel good about him being my dermatologist.

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July 30, 2025

4.0

Dr. Li seems to know what he's doing, but I won't know for sure or a few months.

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July 28, 2025

5.0

He is very professional and takes care of the problem.

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July 26, 2025

5.0

Dr. Li was attentive, patient in answering questions, eager to help, explain and reassure. He was also quite prompt, no long wait in the waiting room.

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July 21, 2025

5.0

He was great and very efficient

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July 07, 2025

5.0

Dr. Li is an excellent physician.

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July 05, 2025

5.0

Highly qualified (PhD) pleasant personality and concerned for his patients

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July 03, 2025

5.0

Did a great job explaining the reasoning as to why I was prescribed the medicine I was prescribed. Friendly and a good explainer.

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June 30, 2025

5.0

He was courteous, professional and efficient.

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June 23, 2025

5.0

Dr. Li took his time to answer all of my questions. He is an excellent dermatologist!

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June 20, 2025

5.0

Dr. Li is so knowledgeable about my condition and how to treat it. He explains everything in ways that are easy to understand. And he involves me in the choices connected with my treatment program.

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June 04, 2025

5.0

Very hospitable and answered all my questions.

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May 20, 2025

4.0

He seems to know what he's talking about as far as your medical care.

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May 12, 2025

5.0

Dr. Li is phenomenal! Not only did he order numerous blood test to try and figure out my problem, he also prescribed meds for me to take while I waited for my rheumatology appointment. He listens to you. He does not make you feel stupid or not worthy of the best care he can provide.

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May 12, 2025

5.0

Treatment he prescribed is working very well. Very satisfied with my care.

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May 12, 2025

5.0

Dr Li is very professional explains everything in detail and makes me feel very comfortable.

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May 09, 2025

5.0

Dr. Li made me feel comfortable when I messaged him in my MyChart he responded in good timing thank you so much Dr. Li for all your help

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May 06, 2025

5.0

Great sense of humor that does not reduce his excellent professionalism

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Disclosures

External Professional Relationships

Pharmaceutical, device, and biotechnology companies frequently collaborate with basic scientists and physicians within an academic medical center to help advance science and improve patient care. These relationships are important in achieving scientific breakthroughs and in establishing the effectiveness and safety of promising new therapies. In order to assure objectivity in clinical research and patient care, the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine (Feinberg), Northwestern Memorial HealthCare, Children's Hospital of Chicago Medical Center, and the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab have adopted integrity policies that require research and clinical faculty (in full-time, part-time, and unpaid/voluntary categories) to report compensated and uncompensated external industry relationships. Patients are encouraged to discuss these disclosures with their physician as well as to inquire as to how these relationships are overseen by Feinberg. To learn more about our Disclosure and Professional Integrity Policy, and the conflict of interest policies of our joint affiliate survey partners, please go to our Office for Regulatory Affairs Policies page.