Dr. Omeed Memar

Address:

1 S 224 Summit Ave, Suite 204, Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181, USA

Research Interests:

• Mohs Micrographic Surgery
• Skin Cancer (Melanoma, Basal Cell, Squamous Cell Carcinoma)
• Dermatologic Surgery
• Cutaneous Oncology
• Facial Reconstructive Surgery
• Laser Surgery
• Cosmetic Dermatology
• Immunology of the Skin

Biography:

Dr. Omeed Memar is a highly respected, board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon. He is the founder and medical director of the Academic Dermatology & Skin Cancer Institute and serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Dr. Memar's practice is dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer, utilizing the most advanced techniques, including Mohs micrographic surgery for precise tumor removal and complex reconstructions. His unique background, which includes a PhD in Microbiology and Immunology, provides him with a deep understanding of the skin's immune responses and the underlying biology of skin cancers. Dr. Memar is committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care and is recognized for his expertise in both surgical and cosmetic dermatology.

Education Details:

• Fellowship in Mohs Micrographic Surgery, University of Illinois at Chicago, USA
• Residency in Dermatology, University of Illinois at Chicago, USA
• MD, University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine, USA
• PhD in Microbiology and Immunology, University of Illinois at Chicago, USA
• BS in Biology, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, USA

Professional Background:

• Founder and Medical Director, Academic Dermatology & Skin Cancer Institute, Oakbrook Terrace, IL (Present)
• Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Dermatology, University of Illinois at Chicago (Present)
• Former Director, Division of Dermatologic Surgery, University of Illinois at Chicago

Achievements:

• Board Certified by the American Board of Dermatology
• Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology (FAAD)
• Fellow of the American College of Mohs Surgery (FACMS)
• Consistently named a "Top Doctor" in local and national publications.

Current Research Projects 

As a leading clinician, Dr. Memar's current focus is on the clinical application of advanced surgical techniques for the treatment of high-risk skin cancers. His work involves optimizing reconstructive outcomes following Mohs surgery and integrating laser and cosmetic procedures for comprehensive patient care.

Academic Profiles of Dr. Omeed Memar

• ResearchGate

Publications:

Dr. Memar continues to contribute to the medical literature, with a focus on dermatologic surgery, cosmetic procedures, and interdisciplinary reviews of skin conditions. His recent publications highlight his ongoing engagement with clinical research and the history of aesthetic medicine.

List of Recent Publications:
 

1. Jabbour, S., Memar, O., Caughlin, B., & Djalilian, A.R. (2020). Update on the pathogenesis and management of ocular rosacea: an interdisciplinary review. European Journal of Dermatology, 30(3), 263-272. DOI: 10.1684/ejd.2020.3793
2. Memar, O. (2020). History of Dermal and Subdermal Injectable Fillers Before Collagen: The Early Years. Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery, 13(2), 103–108. DOI: 10.4103/JCAS.JCAS_168_19
3. Memar, O., & Caughlin, B. (2019). Nasal Reconstruction of Post-Mohs Defects >1.5 cm in a Single Cosmetic Subunit Under Local Anesthesia by a Combination of Plastic Surgeon and Mohs Surgeon Team: A Cross-sectional Study and Review of Algorithmic Nasal Defect Closures. Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery, 12(2), 79–90. DOI: 10.4103/JCAS.JCAS_39_19
4. Jabbour, S., Memar, O., Caughlin, B., & Djalilian, A. (2019). Ocular surface involvement in pemphigus vulgaris: an interdisciplinary review. The Ocular Surface, 17(4), 674-681. DOI: 10.1016/j.jtos.2019.07.001
5. Memar, O., Caughlin, B., & Djalilian, H. R. (2019). Symptoms, Solutions for Ear Itch. The Hearing Journal, 72(5), 12. DOI: 10.1097/01.HJ.0000559139.77112.55

 

Last Updated on October 12, 2025​