Rebecca E. Cummins, MD

Rebecca E. Cummins, MD

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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, University of Florida College of Medicine - 1995
Internship:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 1996
Residency:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 1999
Fellowships:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2000

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Dermatology - Dermatology (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Clinical 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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5.0
5.0 

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100 Most Recent Reviews

April 29, 2025

5.0

She's amazing . Explains everything and is extremely thorough. Has a wonderful bedside manner. Extremely knowledgeable.

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April 29, 2025

5.0

Dr. Cummins is a wonderful doctor.

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April 29, 2025

5.0

Dr. Cummins and her staff are always amazing! She has helped my daughter so much. She is always caring and explains things so well. She takes things one step at a time and gives alternatives if what we are trying is not working. She always makes sure we understand and are comfortable with the plan.

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April 29, 2025

5.0

Dr. Cummins is always very kind and professional.

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April 28, 2025

5.0

Also, she responds quickly to concerns between annual visits. Very positive as well

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April 28, 2025

5.0

Dr. Cummins and her team having been amazing for as long as I've been a patient. Dr. Cummins takes time to listen and she is thoughtful in her care; she is professional, friendly and an expert in her field.

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April 28, 2025

5.0

She spends time, listens to your concerns and involves you in the decision making process

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April 25, 2025

5.0

Dr Cummins is very knowledgeable and caring addressing all my concerns and then gives me the treatment I need for my problem with excellent results. She's great!

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April 24, 2025

5.0

Understanding and explains everything in simple terms

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April 22, 2025

5.0

She is thoughtful, caring and thorough. She explains every thing

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April 22, 2025

5.0

She is attentive and conservative in her approach.

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April 21, 2025

5.0

Dr. Cummins has an amazing way about her. She is kind and personable. Clearly, she is extremely intelligent, but she also does a great job of explaining everything very clearly, and truly cares about her patients. Dr. Cummins is amazing!

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April 21, 2025

5.0

Timely professional and knowledgeable

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April 17, 2025

5.0

I have been going to Dr. Cummins for many years. She is friendly thorough, and she has been tracking me for a long time. I always feel like she is concerned about my issues.

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April 12, 2025

5.0

She is the best!

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April 11, 2025

5.0

Dr. Cummins is the absolute best! Very accommodating with regard to my schedule.

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April 10, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable. Very helpful. Excellent job making patients feel comfortable. Takes time to answer questions.

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April 08, 2025

5.0

She is patient, conservative in treatment and very thorough

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April 08, 2025

5.0

She took her time to explain things. I didn't feel rushed. The doctor seemed to care about my skin problems.

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April 08, 2025

5.0

Expertise, authenticity, responsiveness, Kindness and flawless diagnostic acumen

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April 08, 2025

5.0

She is very professional while also having a personality that makes me feel at ease. This is very important to me because I am dealing with Vitiligo and acne as well as being old

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April 08, 2025

5.0

She was great with my son, explained the issue and the remedy patiently!

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April 04, 2025

5.0

Dr. Cummins is thorough, pleasant, and knowledgeable. She listens, asks some questions, offers advice, and makes recommendation. I both like her and trust her with my health.

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April 01, 2025

5.0

She is expert, caring, friendly, doesn't rush.

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April 01, 2025

5.0

Professionalism, good listener, good communicator

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March 31, 2025

5.0

Ver professional

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March 31, 2025

5.0

The very best. Cannot imagine anyone better.

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March 31, 2025

5.0

I'd highly recommend Dr Cummins for all the reasons above.

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March 27, 2025

5.0

So thoughtful in answering questions.

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March 27, 2025

5.0

Confidence in physician

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March 27, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable and friendly stuff

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March 25, 2025

5.0

Dr. Cummins was attentive, knowledgeable and friendly.

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March 25, 2025

5.0

Dr Cummins was very patient and thorough. She was also accommodating of my physical needs during the exam.

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March 25, 2025

5.0

Can't say enough about how wo derful Dr Cummins is. Courteous, professional, very comfortable to ask questions and concerns.

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March 24, 2025

5.0

Expertise and kind patient care

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March 24, 2025

5.0

Excellent doctor

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March 24, 2025

5.0

Dr Cummins is knowledgeable and caring!

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March 23, 2025

5.0

Dr Cummins makes you feel comfortable. And a part of your care. She explains everything very well and is so kind

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March 19, 2025

5.0

Dr Cummins knows her field well and is very caring and personal with her patients.

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March 19, 2025

5.0

She is so nice and caring. Explains things well. Great doctor!

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March 18, 2025

5.0

Dr. Cummins is wonderful. She has been my dermatologist for 20+ years and I have complete trust in her care and judgement.

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March 13, 2025

5.0

Dr. Cummins is the best. She is always thorough, and she keeps a close eye on anything that may be of concern. She listens to her patients and is not only excellent medically, she truly cares about her patients.

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March 10, 2025

5.0

Dr. Cummins is always with a smile on her face. She's very respectful during the exam. I never feel rushed with her. She answers any and all questions in a clear and concise manner so that everything is understood completely.

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March 04, 2025

5.0

Great expertise, caring and collaborative treatment

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March 04, 2025

4.0

She is hard to get into. Appointments are too short

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March 03, 2025

5.0

Very happy and positive attitude. Excellent treatment. I feel she cares.

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March 03, 2025

5.0

She's perfect! Smart, kind and have been going to her for over 20years including my daughters.

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February 28, 2025

5.0

Again, Dr. is excellent and I trust her with my care.

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February 27, 2025

5.0

good bedside manner

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February 27, 2025

5.0

She explained what she was doing and why she was doing it. She answered my questions.

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February 25, 2025

5.0

Dr. Cummins is the absolute best doctor I've ever been to. She cares about you, is so friendly and does a wonderful job!

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February 25, 2025

5.0

Dr Cummins is an excellent doctor and provides top notch care - she is caring, professional and personable.

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February 24, 2025

5.0

Dr. Cummins is knowledgeable, personable, and caring. I feel very comfortable with the care I receive from her.

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February 18, 2025

5.0

Dr Cummins is the consummate professional knowing her field very well, treating patients with a high degree of care and respect. I like her very much. I feel confident in her care. She has been my doctor for over 20 years and has exhibited the above very consistently and very kindly.

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February 18, 2025

5.0

She keeps an eye on all my issues. She answers my questions

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February 18, 2025

5.0

Personable. Knowledgeable.

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February 17, 2025

5.0

Very professional, great understanding of patient needs. The nicest doctor I ever met.

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February 17, 2025

5.0

Always helpful. Explains options and procedures thoroughly. Available if I have a concern. Listens well.

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February 14, 2025

5.0

Outstanding physician.

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February 14, 2025

5.0

She is a wonderful, caring doctor who listens to patients and responds to our concerns quickly and with utmost professionalism and skill.

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February 11, 2025

5.0

She is patient, kind and thorough

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February 04, 2025

5.0

So pleasant and helpful.

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January 29, 2025

5.0

Excellent care Compassionate, professional, clear

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January 28, 2025

5.0

Dr. Cummins is a very knowledgeable and caring physician. I trust her completely for my care.

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January 28, 2025

5.0

Thorough , kind and professional

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January 28, 2025

5.0

Very friendly, quick to provide a diagnosis.

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January 28, 2025

5.0

Great patient rapport and trust.

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January 27, 2025

5.0

Dr. Cummins is amazing, professional and personable.

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January 24, 2025

5.0

Great communicator and knowledgeable. Kind.

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January 24, 2025

5.0

Dr Cummins is professional, personable and caring.

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January 23, 2025

5.0

Because she is a fabulous dermatologist and the nurses and the women at the desks are great.

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January 23, 2025

5.0

She is a very kind and caring individual.

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January 22, 2025

5.0

Very professional, thorough, pleasant, informative & accommodating.

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January 21, 2025

5.0

She is wonderful

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January 21, 2025

5.0

Incredibly skilled and caring physician.

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January 21, 2025

5.0

she is knowledgeable

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January 21, 2025

5.0

Excellent doctor. Kind and helpful

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January 20, 2025

5.0

Excellent and caring Doctor.

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January 20, 2025

5.0

All the reasons above. She is the best!

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January 14, 2025

5.0

Friendly and thorough.

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January 13, 2025

5.0

Conscientious and responsive. Caring about me as a patient.

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January 10, 2025

5.0

Her warmth and concern was so helpful

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January 07, 2025

5.0

Dr Cummins is a caring doctor that explains issues well and is circumspect about treatment.

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January 07, 2025

5.0

She is top notch. Very smart, a good listener and cares.

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January 07, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable & courteous

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January 06, 2025

5.0

Dr. Cummins is professional, friendly and excellent.

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January 02, 2025

5.0

Asstated above, she is the reason that I rate her department so highly. Todaynwas a great example. I had 4 issues, three of them required attention and she took immediate action after explaining alternatives. She encourages me to be diligent (given my historynwith basal cell lesions) and is never troubled by false alarms. She takes an interest in my health.

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January 02, 2025

5.0

Dr. Cummins is so kind and so thorough in her explanations. I really feel like she takes the time to get to know each patient's situation and tailors their help to be specific to them.

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January 02, 2025

5.0

Dr. was very efficient and pleasant.

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December 31, 2024

5.0

Dr Cummins came in promptly, was very professional, answered my questions in a knowledgeable way, explaining the options available and offering availability for return to office when my condition flares up. Would definitely recommend!

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December 30, 2024

5.0

I am blessed to have Dr.Cummins as my doctor.

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December 28, 2024

5.0

Efficient, professional, reasonable approach to resolution of concerns.

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December 27, 2024

5.0

Long time patient receiving warm and appropriate care

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December 26, 2024

5.0

I know how lucky I am to be in her practice and that to me says it all.

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December 24, 2024

5.0

She is very knowledgeable and an excellent doctor.

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December 23, 2024

5.0

I have a great deal of confidence in Dr. Cummins and she always takes the time to answer my questions fully. She is friendly and easy to talk to.

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December 23, 2024

5.0

She is highly knowledgeable and competent and extremely caring. A+++!!

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December 23, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable, very caring, very professional. Dr Cummins is terrific.

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December 23, 2024

5.0

Excellent doctor

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December 20, 2024

5.0

Dr. Cummins is an extraordinary physician. Her professionalism and dedication is exemplified by taking the time to listen to patient's concerns and provide a customized care plan to resolve various dermatology issues. Dr. Cummins' patient care really makes NM Hospital an elite hospital.

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Disclosures

Rebecca E. Cummins, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

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