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Pedram Gerami, MD

4.9

393 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Dermatology

Secondary Specialty

Dermatopathology

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Education

Medical Education:: MD, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science Chicago Medical School - 2001
Internship:: University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago - 2002
Residency:: University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics - 2005
Fellowships:: University of Chicago - 2006

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Meet The Doctor

Meet The Doctor

November 04, 2016

Languages Spoken

Farsi

Board Certifications

American Board of Dermatology - Dermatology (Certified)
American Board of Dermatology - Dermatopathology (Certified)

Faculty Profile

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:: Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

393 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

August 26, 2022

5.0

Excellent doc - however may need to close his practice since it is very difficult to get in to see him.

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August 25, 2022

4.0

Thorough

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August 22, 2022

5.0

Excellent physician and thorough, praised by my local dermatologists and interns.

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August 21, 2022

5.0

Dr Gerami genuinely cares for all of his patients as people.

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August 18, 2022

5.0

Great very knowledgeable and nice doctor

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August 15, 2022

5.0

The best. But extremely difficult to schedule

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August 11, 2022

5.0

He’s the best in his field very knowledgeable on point with his experience in the clinic and behind the microscope reading the pathology.

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August 05, 2022

5.0

He’s a very knowledgeable and kind doctor. All doctors should be like him

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August 04, 2022

5.0

Exceptional doctor!! Extremely bright, thorough, and caring!

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July 29, 2022

5.0

he has gone way above and beyond what it required of a clinician doctor for me and for my family, also patients

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July 28, 2022

5.0

Thorough, kind, responsive

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July 13, 2022

5.0

Very easy to work with, excellent communicator he keeps you informed along the whole clinic visit.

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July 05, 2022

5.0

He's kind...

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July 01, 2022

5.0

Expert care

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June 30, 2022

5.0

Expertise and professionalism, personable and friendly. Listens to conerns as well as explains procedures.

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June 26, 2022

5.0

The best doctor

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June 17, 2022

5.0

Dr is very good. Just hard to get into.

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June 12, 2022

5.0

Reputation, manner, personal kindness.

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June 09, 2022

5.0

He’s the best!

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June 08, 2022

5.0

Expert in his field

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May 19, 2022

5.0

Dr Gerami is very professional and caring in his treatment of my dermatological needs, I trust him and his staff completely.

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April 22, 2022

5.0

Dr Gerami is extremely knowledgeable and has a great memory. He is also very friendly.

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April 21, 2022

5.0

Highly regarded and recommended.

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April 12, 2022

5.0

His expertise and knowledge is so valuable.

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March 24, 2022

5.0

Best dermatologist I have ever encountered in my many years.

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March 14, 2022

5.0

He listens, he is thorough, and he is knowledgeable.

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March 10, 2022

5.0

Excellent and thorough

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March 02, 2022

5.0

Dr. Gerami involves me in my care plan. I believe that he actually cares about me.

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February 14, 2022

5.0

Best Dr in NW Medicine-would fly across the country to see him

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February 10, 2022

5.0

Personable, thorough with exam, professional, knowledgeable and efficient.

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February 07, 2022

5.0

Very through and very nice. Explains everything on a level a patient can comprehend.

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January 27, 2022

5.0

Dr. Gerami is friendly, professional and discreet. He puts you at ease in a somewhat stressful circumstance. So far he is the best dermatologist I have had at NW.

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January 27, 2022

5.0

Careful, thorough skin checks.

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January 27, 2022

5.0

The best melanoma specialist!

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January 27, 2022

5.0

Dr Gerami is thorough and takes his time caring for me. He answers all questions I have

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January 17, 2022

5.0

He is the best in the industry and I know he will protect me and educate me about this terrible disease.

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January 17, 2022

5.0

He listens, explains things well, is always welcoming and best of all, he is an outstanding expert in his field.

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January 10, 2022

5.0

Really enjoy Dr Gerami and his staff

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January 10, 2022

5.0

Dr. Gerami is personable while also being direct and efficient with his practice.

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December 20, 2021

5.0

Doc pays attention.

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December 17, 2021

5.0

He’s an expert on melanoma and so nice and professional

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December 16, 2021

5.0

Dr Gerami took his time to explain everything and make me feel at ease

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December 16, 2021

5.0

Great service!

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December 16, 2021

5.0

He’s exceptionally talented at his job

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December 16, 2021

5.0

I feel confident in how thoroughly he manages my care

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December 16, 2021

5.0

He’s the best.

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December 09, 2021

5.0

Excellent service and explaining any possible that occur. Makes my wife and I feel very comfortable and being under excellent care.

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December 08, 2021

5.0

He’s one of my very favorite doctors. Caring, warm, personable.

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December 06, 2021

5.0

Knows his stuff.

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December 05, 2021

5.0

Dr. Gerami is sincerely dedicated to improving the health of all his patients.

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December 02, 2021

5.0

His dermatology exams are the most deliberate, exhaustive, and thorough I’ve ever experienced. It’s obvious how much he loves his profession.

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November 19, 2021

5.0

Very personable thorough and Very nice man!

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November 19, 2021

4.0

Skilled in his field. Pleasant & seemed to do his best to minimize discomfort.

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November 15, 2021

5.0

He is caring and his expertise is evident.

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November 11, 2021

5.0

Dr gerami takes the time to really check everything out and I know he is one of the top doctors in his field

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November 11, 2021

5.0

Dr. Gerami is an excellent physician who knows his profession very very well I wouldn't go to anyone else he's the best. He is an excellent communicator and explains things to you so you the patient can understand what he is telling you, he keeps you informed with your care always. An excellent Doctor who I would refer my family and friends to the department which I did just yesterday with a friend who needed a dermatologist.

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November 08, 2021

5.0

Dr. Gerami is the best dermatologist I’ve ever had. I have hundreds of moles and every other dermatologist I’ve been to gets overwhelmed by me. I am thankful that Dr. Gerami stays calm and is thorough - I never feel rushed and am completely confident in his care.

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November 05, 2021

5.0

Thoroughness and expertise

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November 01, 2021

5.0

World renowned expert for my issue.

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October 28, 2021

5.0

Dr Gerami is meticulous and covers ever millimeter of the body during the 6 monthly follow up visits. He explains everything he is seeing and takes biopsy samples as necessary just to be certain. I feel safe with Dr Gerami. He has an excellent manner

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October 22, 2021

5.0

excellence in care and knowledge

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October 21, 2021

5.0

He is knowledgeable and kind.

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October 02, 2021

5.0

He is thorough and competent.

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September 30, 2021

5.0

Very through and works with a team Personable and precise

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September 23, 2021

5.0

Takes his time and explains what he is doing and always asks if I any questions

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September 23, 2021

5.0

Outstanding Physician

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September 22, 2021

5.0

Knowledge

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September 09, 2021

5.0

Dr Gerami is the highest standard of excellence; he is thorough and cares more than any doctor I’ve ever had.

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September 09, 2021

5.0

He is extremely knowledgeable, I feel like I am finally in good hands with Dr. Gerami!????

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September 02, 2021

5.0

He is the most skilled dermatologist I have ever experienced. You quickly know how much he likes his work and cares for his patients.

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August 30, 2021

5.0

Very patient, knowledgeable and caring doctor

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August 26, 2021

5.0

Best doctor around

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August 26, 2021

5.0

He is very knowledgeable, and trustworthy.

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August 24, 2021

5.0

I imagine it must be tough to see so many patients daily, but Dr Gerami, is always friendly, attentive, and communicates very well even at the end of the day.

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August 23, 2021

5.0

Dr. Gerami is tops. Extremely knowledgeable and kind.

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August 12, 2021

5.0

He is a brilliant doctor. Very caring to his patients.

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July 30, 2021

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable, thorough and spends time answering questions.

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July 28, 2021

5.0

He and his team are great!

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July 28, 2021

5.0

Consistently great care.

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July 26, 2021

5.0

Very thorough, clear and friendly.

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July 26, 2021

5.0

highlly skilled. Available when needed

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July 21, 2021

5.0

Heâ€™s the best in the industry!

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July 15, 2021

5.0

I have a high degree of confidence in his ability to identify melanoma and determine an appropriate treatment plan based on his experience and deep involvement in research in the space.

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July 15, 2021

5.0

In addition to his excellent rapport with me, his medical training as a dermatologist/pathologist specializing in melanoma fits my particular circumstances very well.

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July 14, 2021

5.0

Heâ€™s very qualified and visits have been productive so far.

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July 09, 2021

5.0

He is very thorough and considerate.

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July 08, 2021

5.0

Dr. Gerami has a great bed side manner, knowledgeable, caring, informative, great listening skills. Simply awesome.

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June 30, 2021

5.0

Excellent clinical care

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June 30, 2021

5.0

Very thorough, explains things, letâ€™s you ask questions. I didnâ€™t actually see Dr Gerami today, was in for mole mapping photos.

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June 25, 2021

5.0

Dr. Gerami is personable, professional, and seems knowledgeable. I have had other doctors in Dermatology at NW who seemed unsure about freckles, moles, etc. Dr. Gerami is much more confident in his assessment.

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June 24, 2021

5.0

Dr. Gerami is knowledgeable and communicates well with patients.

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June 17, 2021

5.0

Personable, listens to patient concerns, explains his concerns and very professional.

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June 11, 2021

5.0

Thurough friendly and very competent

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June 04, 2021

5.0

Very thorough!

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June 03, 2021

5.0

Personal care. Concerns about patient's needs.

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June 02, 2021

5.0

Didnâ€™t see Gerami today

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May 31, 2021

5.0

Professional, thorough, and dedicated caring.

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May 24, 2021

5.0

I trust him more than any dermatologist I've had in the past - and I've had several.

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May 23, 2021

5.0

Confident in his knowledge and approach to my situation.

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May 21, 2021

5.0

Dr Gerami explains everything so well and puts my mind at ease no matter the concern. The entire experience always feels consultative and comforting.

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