PAULA S. MALHOTRA, M.D. 

SKN INSTITUTE: MEDICAL & COSMETIC DERMATOLOGY

SPECIALTY:
Board-Certified Medical & Cosmetic Dermatology 

EDUCATION:
B.A., Saint Louis University; M.D., University of Louisville School of Medicine; Residency, University of Louisville (Chief Resident, 2011) 

AWARDS/HONORS:
Castle Connolly Top Doctor (2022– 2025); Chicago Top Doctor; Patients’ Top Choice; 5.0-Star Patient Rating; Published research on vasculitis, folliculitis, and calciphylaxis in leading dermatology journals 

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Dr. Paula S. Malhotra has reimagined what modern dermatology can and should feel like—personal, compassionate, and profoundly patient-centered. As the founder of SKN Institute: Medical & Cosmetic Dermatology in Elmhurst, she has created a sanctuary where advanced medicine meets approachable luxury. Her philosophy blends science, artistry, and integrity, offering individualized, concierge-level care without pretense or exclusivity.

A board-certified dermatologist with over a decade of experience, Dr. Malhotra is celebrated for her refined expertise in both medical and cosmetic dermatology. Her work spans acne, eczema, psoriasis, and skin cancer to advanced aesthetic procedures including Botox®, Dysport®, fillers, PRP, Fraxel®, Sofwave™, microneedling, and DiamondGlow® facials—each designed to achieve natural, elegant, and enduring results.

After earning her medical degree and completing residency as Chief Resident at the University of Louisville, Dr. Malhotra spent a decade at Northwestern Medicine in downtown Chicago before establishing SKN Institute to deliver world-class skin care with personalized attention and calm sophistication.

“I want every patient who enters our space to feel genuinely seen, deeply cared for, and profoundly valued,” she says. “At SKN Institute, we don’t just treat the skin—we elevate confidence, honor each patient’s unique story, and deliver an experience where science and compassion blend seamlessly to help every patient feel naturally confident and comfortable in their skin.”

SKN Institute: Medical & Cosmetic Dermatology is located at 105 S York Street, Suite 500, in Elmhurst, 630-349- 3040, sknin.com.