Betty Y. Kong, MD, PhD

Betty Y. Kong, MD, PhD

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Dermatology

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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
  • Cosmetic consult
  • 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, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine - 2015
Internship:
Quinnipiac University Frank H Netter MD School of Medicine/St Vincent's Medical Center - 2016

Languages Spoken

  • Mandarin Chinese

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Dermatology - Dermatology (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Clinical Assistant Professor, 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:
Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9
4.9 

3712 Ratings

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100 Most Recent Reviews

February 27, 2026

5.0

She was professional, knowledgeable, thorough, personable and gentle during procedures.

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February 26, 2026

5.0

Great doctor

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February 25, 2026

5.0

Smart, professional, gentle. Explained my concerns thoroughly and kindly. Thank you.

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February 25, 2026

5.0

You can talk to doctor so easily and she will explain everything to you!!

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February 24, 2026

5.0

Thorough and friendly

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February 24, 2026

5.0

She's so sweet and does a through job! And caught a melanoma early on!

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February 20, 2026

5.0

Knowledgeable, friendly, took the time to answer all my questions

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February 20, 2026

5.0

She is very nice, and cares about her patients. Excellent care

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February 19, 2026

5.0

Dr. Kong truly listens to my concerns

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February 16, 2026

5.0

Efficient and confidence in doctor.

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February 12, 2026

5.0

Thorough, patient and gave good explanation.

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February 12, 2026

5.0

Listens

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February 12, 2026

5.0

Very professional

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February 11, 2026

5.0

I Like Dr. Kong, she seems very competent and they are efficient/on time.

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February 11, 2026

5.0

Really nice and very thorough with body check

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February 11, 2026

5.0

Dr. Kong is incredibly knowledgeable and reassuring and goes above and beyond for her patients.

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February 10, 2026

5.0

Thorough, kind and thoughtful.

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February 09, 2026

5.0

I trust her completely----her judgment, her character, her expertise. Thank you, Dr. Kong!

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February 08, 2026

5.0

Kind and direct, answered all my questions, extremely knowledgable

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February 08, 2026

5.0

Friendly, efficient, and thorough.

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February 05, 2026

5.0

Thorough timely

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February 04, 2026

5.0

Attentive

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February 04, 2026

5.0

Very friendly and cares about how you are doing

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February 03, 2026

5.0

She's thorough and helpful

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February 02, 2026

5.0

Professional, upbeat, thorough

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January 30, 2026

5.0

The doctor is very courteous and very concerned about her patients

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January 29, 2026

5.0

Professional, knowledgeable, listens & is caring.

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January 27, 2026

5.0

She is through and takes the time to answer your questions.

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January 27, 2026

5.0

Great doctor. Personable.

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January 27, 2026

5.0

Thorough and professional

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January 25, 2026

5.0

Dr. Kong is so thorough, listens, answers questions clearly and is kind.

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January 23, 2026

5.0

She is super fantastic.

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January 23, 2026

5.0

Good questions

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January 23, 2026

5.0

Very through

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January 21, 2026

5.0

I have seeing Dr. Kong before and she is very kind and also will be direct with information.

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January 19, 2026

5.0

Dr. Kong is an excellent doctor.

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January 18, 2026

5.0

A very professional, efficient and patient-needs oriented doctor. Glad to be her first time patient. She also is my wife's doctor and my wife gives her an A+ grade..

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January 16, 2026

5.0

Knowledge and treatment suggestions.

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January 15, 2026

5.0

Professional, knowledgeable, and personable demeanor.

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January 15, 2026

5.0

She has a very easy and relaxed personality. She diagnoses quickly and gives information about the treatment she is recommending. Very smart Doctor.

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January 14, 2026

5.0

Dr. Kong is wonderful. She listens and cares about what you care about! No question seems too ridiculous for Dr Kong.

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January 13, 2026

5.0

Competent and pleasant. Listens and asks careful questions.

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January 12, 2026

5.0

Dr Kong is so good. She's usually in time, she doesn't mess around, but doesn't make you feel like she's rushing. More like she values the patient's time. She is wonderful!

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January 12, 2026

5.0

She is very pleasant and smart woman. Dr. Kong answered all my questions and concerns.

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January 12, 2026

5.0

Excellent, professional doctor.

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January 09, 2026

5.0

Professional

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January 09, 2026

5.0

Kind and helpful

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January 09, 2026

5.0

Like my dr. Very nice and thorough. On time.

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January 09, 2026

5.0

She's great!!

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January 03, 2026

5.0

Wonderful care

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January 02, 2026

5.0

Friendly, supportive beside manor and prompt response to my biopsy results. I enjoy and trust Dr. Kong

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January 02, 2026

5.0

Very professional. Explained everything carefully & in great detail. Great people skills.

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December 31, 2025

5.0

She zeroed into the chief complaint as well as assessing other issues. She outlined the treatment plan and her recommendations.

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December 31, 2025

5.0

Dr. Is very knowledgeable and always patient to explain my situation

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December 30, 2025

5.0

She was wonderful and took the time needed to provide the care my daughter needed.

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December 30, 2025

4.0

She was a nice, helpful dr.

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December 29, 2025

5.0

I really like Betty & her nurses. They all made me feel welcomed. When I had any anxieties they made me feel comfortable. I will absolutely be returning.

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December 23, 2025

5.0

Dr Kong is great!

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December 20, 2025

5.0

She is very knowledgeable and experienced. She is also practical. She is also great with patient interactions.

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December 20, 2025

5.0

Dr. Kong is very thorough and has a great deal of expertise in her field. I trust her with my care.

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December 18, 2025

5.0

Very thorough and informative.

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December 16, 2025

5.0

Nice way of communicating

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December 15, 2025

5.0

She's extremely thorough and very competent

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December 15, 2025

5.0

Dr. Betty You-You Kong is kind, very thorough, and professional.

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December 13, 2025

5.0

The reception room is very spacious, clean, furnitures are comfortable, staff are nice and the waiting time was short.

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December 13, 2025

5.0

Listening and try's to help you

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December 12, 2025

5.0

very knowledgeable and works quickly.

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December 12, 2025

5.0

She's an excellent doctor. She cares.

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December 12, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable and kind

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December 11, 2025

5.0

Same as above. Quick, efficient, friendly.

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December 11, 2025

5.0

Dr. Kong is excellent! Friendly, competent and on time or early. She always has her patients best health in mind and goes the extra mile to insure everyone gets the best care. I am so thankful that I found her!

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December 10, 2025

5.0

Dr Kong takes the time to answer all questions and concerns

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December 09, 2025

5.0

Very thorough and knowledgeable

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December 09, 2025

5.0

She is great

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December 08, 2025

5.0

Pleasure to meet

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December 07, 2025

5.0

Caring, knowledgeable. Extremely professional

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December 07, 2025

5.0

She I efficient, caring and answered all of my questions and concerns.

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December 07, 2025

5.0

She seems very caring and concerned for her patients

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December 05, 2025

5.0

She's a great Dr.

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December 05, 2025

5.0

Great explanation about plan of care.

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December 05, 2025

5.0

Very warm and also very professional

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December 05, 2025

5.0

She is a warm and conscientious doctor. Clearly explains everything and listens well. I feel that she really cares about my wellbeing.

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December 04, 2025

5.0

Dr Kong is patient and caring. She answered my questions and offered suggestions.

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December 04, 2025

5.0

The Dr. was professional, warm and appeared to take my illness seriously. She examined me and came up with a plan of treatment.

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December 03, 2025

5.0

She was really nice, She explained everything about my skin.Im very happy to see her again in the future.

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December 02, 2025

5.0

Dr. Kong helped me understand the issues with protecting myself from excessive exposure to sun. She also explained the procedure to deal with some of my skin issues

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December 01, 2025

5.0

She was friendly and efficient

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November 25, 2025

5.0

Dr. Kong is n excellent doctor. She answered all my questions and did a thorough exam and didn't give me a lecture like most dermatologists.

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November 25, 2025

5.0

She is very caring

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November 24, 2025

5.0

Again, the doctor was very professional and friendly made me feel comfortable. Treated me same day.

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November 24, 2025

5.0

She is very patient and handles my questions without batting an eye. She is very kind, caring and professional.

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November 21, 2025

5.0

Dr. Kong was willing to squeeze me in on short notice to assuage my concern and take a biopsy.

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November 21, 2025

5.0

Great conversation. Very helpful.

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November 21, 2025

5.0

Communicates easily Quick service

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November 20, 2025

5.0

Very thorough.

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November 20, 2025

5.0

Patient, smart and fast

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November 19, 2025

5.0

Always professional, on time, listens to my concerns.

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November 19, 2025

5.0

Dr. Kong is trustworthy. She clearly explains problems, remains focused and maintains a very high standard of care in her office. Last, but not least, Dr. Kong is calm and gentle. Truly, she's tops!

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November 19, 2025

5.0

Dr Kong is very attentive and caring. If I notice something which concerns me between appointments she makes time to see me.

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November 18, 2025

5.0

Dr Kong is caring and explains everything very well.

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Disclosures

Betty Y. Kong, MD, PhD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

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