I believe in treating each patient as if they were my family, with high-quality and well-researched care. Each patient is a unique individual that deserves personalized care, whether it is treating acne, performing cosmetic procedures, to removing skin cancer. I absolutely love getting to know my patients and aim to create a comfortable environment. We look forward to helping you look and feel great about your skin!
Ainah U. Tan, MD, FAAD
Dermatology, Duly Aesthetics
Practices In:
Glen Ellyn
Patients Seen:
All Ages
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Need an appointment sooner? While your primary care provider or specialist are the anchor of your care team, their advanced practice providers and physician partners are available to provide care when you need it.
Marissa Walsh, PA-C
DermatologyPractices In:
Glen Ellyn
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Care Team
Need an appointment sooner? While your primary care provider or specialist are the anchor of your care team, their advanced practice providers and physician partners are available to provide care when you need it.
Marissa Walsh, PA-C
DermatologyPractices In:
Glen Ellyn
Board Certifications
Dermatology
Languages
English
Awards & Accolades
Alpha Omega Alpha Honors Society
2013
University of Pennsylvania Lawrence R. Klein Prize for Outstanding Research by an Undergraduate
2009
Certificate in LGBT Health
2013
New York University President's Service Award
2013
Clinical Interests
Acne, Cutaneous oncology, Dermatologic surgery, Rosacea, Skin of color, Skin rejuvenation, Vulvar dermatology, Women’s skin health and Cosmetic dermatology including Botulinum toxin injections, Fillers and Scar revision.
Personal Interests
Spending time with friends and family, traveling the world, and eating delicious food along the way.
Memberships
American Academy of Dermatology
Women's Dermatologic Society
American Society of Dermatologic Surgery
American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery
Chicago Dermatological Society
Illinois Dermatological Society
American Medical Association
Medical Dermatology Society
https://www.youtube.com/embed?v=Z30vqM2Dn_0?enablejsapi=1
School
New York University
School of Medicine
Graduation Date:
2013
Degree:
MD
Residency
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
Dermatology, Chief Resident
Provider's Contributions
What Is a Sunburn, Really — And What Is It Doing to Your Skin?
Lifestyle & Wellness, Skincare & Aesthetics
July 2023
Self-Skin Exam: Head to Toe Instructions
Skincare & Aesthetics
May 2022
Provider’s Publications
Breaking Out? Why a Dermatologist Wants You to Reconsider Your Natural Skincare
2020
The Best Wrinkle Creams, According to Dermatologists
2019
The Best Sunscreens for Babies and Kids, According to Dermatologists
2019
Adult Acne Is On The Rise & It Goes Way Beyond Surface Level
2019
7 Dermatologist-Approved Ways to Improve Your Hair Health Today
2019
10 Sunscreen Myths Experts Want You to Stop Believing
2019
5 Medical Professionals Sound Off on the One Thing Women Should Be Doing for Their Health
2019
7 Beauty Products That Protect Your Skin From Blue Light Damage
2019
4 Expert-Approved Steps To Improve Your Hair
2019
Tan AU, Schlosser BJ, Paller A. A review of diagnosis and treatment of acne in adult female patients. Int J of Women's Dermatol
2017
Hinchcliff M, Toledo DM, Taroni JN, Wood TA, Franks JM, Ball MS, Amin SM, Tan AU, Tom K, Nesbeth Y, Lee J, Ma M, Aren K, Carns MA, Pioli PA, Whitfield ML. Mycophenolate mofetil treatment of systemic sclerosis reduces myeloid cell numbers and attenuates the inflammatory gene signature in skin. J Invest Dermatol 2018 Jan 29 [Epub ahead of print].
January 2018
Tan AU, Silverberg J. Chapter: Preservatives in cosmetics and toiletries. Fisher's Contact Dermatitis, 7th Ed.
2018
Gibbs T, Tan A, Weis RJ, Coffey BJ. Stimulant medication addition to antidepressant in an adolescent with difficult to treat depression. J Child Adolesc Psychopharmacol 2012 Dec;22(6):466-9.
2012
Tan AU, Gonzalez ME. Management of severe atopic dermatitis in children. J Drugs Dermatol 2012 Oct;11(10):1158-65. Review.
2012
Martiniuk F, Giovinazzo J, Tan AU, et al. Lessons of leprosy: the emergence of TH17 cytokines during type II reactions (ENL) is teaching us about T-cell plasticity. J Drugs Dermatol 2012;11(13):626-630.
2012
Tan AU, Orlow SJ, Manga P. Identifying novel therapeutic agents for vitiligo [Abstract]. J Invest Dermatol 2011 April;131(suppl. 1):S121.
2011
Tan AU, Hoffman B, Rosas SE. Patient perception of risk factors associated with chronic kidney disease morbidity and mortality. Ethn Dis 2010;20(2).
2010
Tan A, Rosas SE. Race differences in perceptions of chronic kidney disease risk factors [Abstract]. J Am Soc Nephrol 2008;19:959A.
2008
Robinson J, Tan AU, Wilensky, Matthai W, Munoz M, Rosas SE. Electron-beam computerized tomography correlates with coronary angiogram in chronic kidney disease patients. Am J Nephrol 2007;27(3):247-52.
2007
Provider’s Research
Tan AU, Schlosser BJ, Paller A. A review of diagnosis and treatment of acne in adult female patients. Int J of Women’s Dermatol (2017).
Hinchcliff M, Toledo DM, Taroni JN, Wood TA, Franks JM, Ball MS, Amin SM, Tan AU, Tom K, Nesbeth Y, Lee J, Ma M, Aren K, Carns MA, Pioli PA, Whitfield ML. Mycophenolate mofetil treatment of systemic sclerosis reduces myeloid cell numbers and attenuates the inflammatory gene signature in skin. J Invest Dermatol 2018 Jan 29 [Epub ahead of print].
Tan AU, Silverberg J. Chapter: Preservatives in cosmetics and toiletries. Fisher’s Contact Dermatitis, 7th Ed.
Gibbs T, Tan A, Weis RJ, Coffey BJ. Stimulant medication addition to antidepressant in an adolescent with difficult to treat depression. J Child Adolesc Psychopharmacol 2012 Dec;22(6):466-9.
Tan AU, Gonzalez ME. Management of severe atopic dermatitis in children. J Drugs Dermatol 2012 Oct;11(10):1158-65. Review.
Martiniuk F, Giovinazzo J, Tan AU, et al. Lessons of leprosy: the emergence of TH17 cytokines during type II reactions (ENL) is teaching us about T-cell plasticity. J Drugs Dermatol 2012;11(13):626-630.
Tan AU, Orlow SJ, Manga P. Identifying novel therapeutic agents for vitiligo [Abstract]. J Invest Dermatol 2011 April;131(suppl. 1):S121.
Tan AU, Hoffman B, Rosas SE. Patient perception of risk factors associated with chronic kidney disease morbidity and mortality. Ethn Dis 2010;20(2):106-10.
Tan A, Rosas SE. Race differences in perceptions of chronic kidney disease risk factors [Abstract]. J Am Soc Nephrol 2008;19:959A.
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Eli Lilly's psoriasis biologic medication comparison study
AbbVie's psoriasis biologic medication study
AbbVie's atopic dermatitis biologic medication study
Procedures
Acne Management, Acne Scar Removal, BELOTERO BALANCE®, Bellafill®, Biopsies, Cosmetic Hand Rejuvenation, Cosmetic Laser Services, Cryotherapy, DAXXIFY®, Dysport®, Electrodessication and Curettage, Excision, Fraxel® Dual Laser, Full Skin Exam, JUVÉDERM VOLBELLA® XC, JUVÉDERM VOLLURE™ XC, JUVÉDERM Voluma® XC, JUVÉDERM® Ultra XC, JUVÉDERM® XC, KYBELLA™ (for double chin), Laser Treatments for Veins, Liquid Facelift, Non-Surgical Hair Growth Therapy, Nordlys Hybrid Laser, RADIESSE®, RHA® Collection Fillers, Restylane®, Restylane® Kysse, Restylane® Lyft, Restylane® Silk, Scar Revision, Sculptra® Aesthetic, Vulvar Dermatology, Wart Treatment, XEOMIN®
Conditions
Acne, Cosmetic Dermatology, Dermatitis, Eczema, Psoriasis, Rosacea, Skin Cancer, Warts
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