Raj Chovatiya MD, PhD, MSCI

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Dr. Chovatiya is the Medical Director of our sister practice, The Center for Medical Dermatology + Immunology Research, and specializes in chronic immune-based skin conditions.

Areas of Interest

Cutaneous Lupus

An autoimmune disease results in red, scaly rashes. Flareups occur over long periods of time. We treat symptoms + help address root causes to minimize flareups.

Vitiligo

Light areas of skin from vitiligo occur when your immune system attacks cells that give skin its pigment. Our research + treatment combination helps restore natural color.

Urticaria

Urticaria, or hives, range from an itchy inconvenience to a persistent problem that can be dangerous if swelling impedes breathing. We provide pinpoint diagnosis + treatment.

Seborrheic Dermatitis

This scaly, itchy rash is often lifelong and can co-exist with other conditions. Expert diagnosis + personalized treatment can reduce frequency and severity of flareups.

Psoriasis

Severe psoriasis demands treatment at the source – an immune system that triggers over-production of skin cells and inflammation. Our advanced science + care provides relief.

Prurigo Nodularis

The hard bumps, or nodules, from this condition worsen with intense itch-scratch cycles. Our research + care combination offers the best options for relief.

Pemphigus

The large blisters and sores of pemphigus occur when your immune system attacks healthy tissue. We help patients manage symptoms + actively research new treatment options.

Lichen Planus

These shiny, itchy bumps from can appear anywhere on the skin, inside the mouth or on the nails. We use the latest treatment techniques + lead research on new treatments.

Hidradenitis Suppurativa

This complex condition can worsen into pus-filled wounds that cause scarring. Our expert team ensures you have the right diagnosis and treatment.

Eczema Treatment

An accurate diagnosis of your specific type of eczema is key to reducing inflammation, irritation and itch. Complex cases benefit from our cutting-edge treatment options.

Bullous Pemphigoid

This rare autoimmune disease results in large, itchy blisters on your skin. Our unique pairing of research + treatment can help put your blisters into long-term remission.

Alopecia Areata

Breakthrough treatments like immunotherapy and JAK inhibitors reduce abnormal immune system attacks on your hair follicles, helping regrow hair.

All Services

Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis) Vitiligo

I founded the Center for Medical Dermatology + Immunology Research to change minds about what is possible. I am passionate about making cutting-edge research and care accessible to patients suffering from complex, chronic immune-mediated skin conditions.

Raj Chovatiya, MD, PhD, MSCI

About Your Provider

Raj Chovatiya, MD, PhD, MSCI, is a Clinical Associate Professor of Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University Chicago Medical School and Founder and Director of the Center for Medical Dermatology + Immunology Research in Chicago, Illinois. Prior to this, he served as Assistant Professor, Director at the Center for Eczema and Itch and Medical Director in the Clinical Trials Unit at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. His clinical and research focus includes the intersection of cutaneous immunology and inflammatory diseases. He received his MD and PhD in Immunology from Yale in 2016 and went on to complete an Internal Medicine Internship at Yale New Haven Hospital in 2017. He then completed his residency, where he also served as Chief Resident, postdoctoral research fellowship, and received a Master of Science in Clinical Investigation (MSCI) at Northwestern University.

Dr. Chovatiya has a particular interest in optimizing patient-centered care, understanding chronic disease burden, especially in understudied inflammatory diseases, exploring health and social disparities, and improving care across diverse skin types. He has published numerous abstracts and manuscripts and has been nationally and internationally recognized for his contributions as a clinician, educator, researcher and leader.

Credentials

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Doctor of Medicine (MD), Yale University

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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Yale University

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Master of Science in Clinical Investigation (MSCI), Northwestern University

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Dermatology Residency and Postdoctoral Fellowship, Northwestern University

Locations

Chicago (Suite 401)
3000 N Halsted
Suite 401
Chicago, IL 60657
Phone: (773) 296-3636
Fax: (773) 296-3639
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