Pet Derm: Allergy, Skin, and Ear Specialists
Pet Derm: Allergy, Skin, and Ear Specialists is a general practice practice in Chicago, IL. Procedures include Sublingual immunotherapy (oral immunotherapy), Allergen Specific Immunotherapy, Intradermal allergy testing, and Elimination diet trials to rule out food allergies.
About
Pet Derm in Chicago, IL, specializes in veterinary dermatology, focusing on skin and ear conditions. Their veterinary dermatologists provide advanced care, developing personalized diagnosis and treatment plans for pets with allergies, infections, and other dermatological issues. The clinic emphasizes identifying underlying causes rather than just treating symptoms.
Serving pets in Chicago, IL, and beyond, Pet Derm aims to partner with clients to preserve the human-animal bond through compassionate, expert care. They offer specialized services for various dermatological concerns, ensuring pets receive targeted treatment for improved quality of life.
Surgical team
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Dr. Matthew Levinson
board-certified veterinary dermatologist
Dr. Matthew Levinson is a board-certified veterinary dermatologist.
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Dr. Nellie Choi
diplomate of the Asian College of Veterinary Dermatology (AiCVD), American College of Veterinary Dermatology (ACVD)
Dr. Nellie Choi is a diplomate of the Asian College of Veterinary Dermatology (AiCVD) and American College of Veterinary Dermatology (ACVD).
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Dr. Morgan Mathai
After working in general practice for 5 years, she decided to follow her passion and began a dermatology residency at Animal Allergy & Dermatology Center of Indiana.
Procedures
- Sublingual immunotherapy (oral immunotherapy)
- Allergen Specific Immunotherapy
- Intradermal allergy testing
- Elimination diet trials to rule out food allergies
- Skin Biopsies
- RUSH immunotherapy
- Allergy Testing
- Serum (blood test)
- Papilloma ablations
- Interdigital furunculosis
- Skin Growth Removals
- ear growth removals
- Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Laser Procedures
- Subcutaneous immunotherapy (allergy injections given under the skin)
- Ceruminous cystomatosis
- Intralymphatic immunotherapy (allergy injections given directly into a lymph node)
- deep ear cleanings
- Cryotherapy
- Cancerous growth removals
- Sebaceous adenoma removal
- Video-otoscopy Procedures
Equipment
- video-otoscopy (high-definition resolution scope)
Photos
Photos via Google · Lindsay Bauer, Selina A., MK, Catie Moore, Camille Gifford
Frequently asked questions
- What types of conditions do the veterinary dermatologists at Pet Derm treat?
- At Pet Derm, their veterinary dermatologists are experts at treating skin and ear conditions. This includes infectious diseases such as bacterial, fungal, yeast, and parasitic infections, as well as methicillin-resistant staph infections. They also manage chronic ear infections, autoimmune diseases, endocrinopathies, recurrent skin infections, and allergic skin disease.
- What allergy testing methods are available at Pet Derm?
- Pet Derm offers several allergy testing methods. These include serum (blood test) and intradermal allergy testing. For diagnosing food allergies, they utilize elimination diet trials to rule out cutaneous adverse food reactions, as blood, saliva, and hair sample tests for food allergies are not considered valid or reproducible.
- What should a pet owner expect during an initial consultation at Pet Derm?
- During an initial consultation, a detailed history intake is conducted, followed by a thorough physical exam by Dr. Levinson. Pet owners should complete a new patient intake form beforehand. The appointment may last 60-90 minutes, and further diagnostics like skin or ear cytology may be performed. If advanced procedures like intradermal allergy testing or video otoscopy are recommended, they might be scheduled for a separate visit.
- What is the cancellation policy for appointments at Pet Derm?
- The initial consultation fee is required as an upfront deposit. To receive a full refund, appointments must be canceled or rescheduled at least 48 hours in advance. For Monday appointments, notification is required by 5 PM the preceding Thursday. Failure to cancel within this timeframe or a no-show will result in the deposit being used to cover the appointment time. A 15-minute grace period is allowed for arrivals.
- What types of immunotherapy are offered for pet allergies?
- Pet Derm offers various forms of allergen-specific immunotherapy. These include subcutaneous immunotherapy, which involves allergy injections given under the skin, and sublingual immunotherapy, an oral treatment. They also provide intralymphatic immunotherapy (ILIT), where allergy injections are given directly into a lymph node, and RUSH immunotherapy.