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Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD

(6 Ratings)

Specializes in: Surgical Dermatology

University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago (1977)

Professional interests include: acne, nail issues, minor surgery, and more.

645 S. Central Avenue
Chicago, IL 60644

(773) 854-5475

Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD is a surgical dermatologist in Elmhurst, IL specializing in surgical dermatology. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago in 1977 and has 49 years of experience. Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD is affiliated with Loretto Hospital, Endeavor Health, Thorek Memorial Hospital and Access Community Health Network.

Office Locations

Endeavor Health

122 Schiller Street
Elmhurst, IL 60126

(630) 832-8111

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3303 W. 26th Street
Chicago, IL 60623

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386 N York Street Suite 205
Elmhurst, IL 60126

(630) 832-8111

(630) 832-8145

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Loretto Hospital

645 S. Central Avenue
Chicago, IL 60644

(773) 854-5475

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850 W. Irving Park Road Suite 102
Chicago, IL 60613

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Some issues Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD can help you with:

Hyperhidrosis (Excessive Sweating)

Hyperhidrosis is a medical condition where the sweat glands become overactive, leading to excessive sweating. It can occur in just one area, such as the armpits, feet, or hands; or it can be general sweating over the entire body. Hyperhidrosis can happen to people of all ages and genders. It is estimated that the condition affects as many as 3% of all people, but many are never diagnosed because they are too embarrassed to talk about their symptoms with their doctor.

When excessive sweating is the main complaint and is not related to any other condition, it is called primary hyperhidrosis. There is no known cause, but it does tend to run in families. Secondary hyperhidrosis is sweating that is caused by another medical condition, such as anxiety, cancer, hyperthyroidism, or menopause. Sometimes treating the underlying condition can improve this type of sweating.

There are tests doctors can use to diagnose hyperhidrosis. One involves simply soaking up the perspiration with paper and then weighing the paper to measure how much extra sweat is being produced. Another test, called the starch-iodine test, involves covering the body with powder. This powder turns blue in any areas where sweat is produced.

Treatment depends on the severity of the hyperhidrosis and the areas affected. Some options are:

Prescription antiperspirants, which contain aluminum chloride and work by plugging the sweat ducts. This signals the sweat glands to decrease sweat production. They work for moderate cases of hyperhidrosis and are relatively affordable.
Lontophoresis, a procedure that uses small amounts of electricity and a tray of tap water to decrease production of sweat glands in the hands or feet.
Botox, which can be injected into the nerves that control sweat glands in the underarms.
Sympathectomy, a surgery for severe cases that can be performed to cut the nerves that stimulate sweat production. Sympathectomy is most effective for hyperhidrosis of the hands. It may cause new symptoms of sweating elsewhere on the body.
Surgery to remove sweat glands, most often in the underarms.

Hyperhidrosis is a serious medical condition that causes both physical and emotional distress. Treatments are available, and support groups exist to help patients cope.

Skin Issues

The skin is the largest organ in the body, protecting and covering the more sensitive inner organs. Considering its size and that it is constantly exposed to the elements, the skin is usually relatively problem-free. However that doesn't mean that issues don't come up from time to time that might need the help of a professional. The most common skin issues that people seek medical help with are cosmetic issues, acne, eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, and skin growths.

Professional cosmetic skin treatments exist to treat wrinkles, scars, dark spots, remove excess hair, tone and tighten skin, and otherwise improve the appearance of the skin. They may use lasers, light therapy, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, or many other forms of skin treatment.

Acne occurs when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells, most commonly on the face or back. The clogged follicles can then become infected and inflamed. Treatments include antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, and retinoid creams.

Eczema is dry, sensitive skin that causes an itchy red rash, often in response to specific triggers. It is common in childhood but can sometimes last into adulthood. The main treatment involves keeping skin well moisturized.

Dermatitis is the medical name for any kind of skin inflammation or rash. Rashes can happen because of an allergy or contact with an irritating substance. They may be red, itchy, or even painful. They are often treated with antihistamines or moisturizing creams containing cortisone.

Psoriasis is patches of thick, red skin that is covered in silvery scales. It is often itchy and sore. Psoriasis is thought to be caused by an immune disorder, and it runs in families. Psoriasis is not contagious. There is no cure, but there are medicated creams available to treat the symptoms.

Skin growths, including warts and moles, are usually not serious. However, some skin growths should be examined by a doctor to make sure they don't cause problems in the future. Warts are harmless, rough, bumpy growths caused by a viral infection. They occur most often on the hands and feet. Because they are caused by a virus, they are contagious. Moles are brown or black spots that are sometimes raised slightly from the surface of the skin. They happen when clumps of pigment cells form in a cluster instead of spread out. Moles are harmless except that they are more vulnerable to cancer than other parts of the skin. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, and its risk increases with sun exposure and fair skin tone.

Skin issues can be embarrassing or irritating, but most are minor and can be treated without serious problems. Some, however, can be a sign of a more significant issue, so it is important to see a doctor for anything out of the ordinary.

In The News

“The trick is to know what kind of skin you have and try a few things, says Gary Barsky, a dermatologist with Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital in Downers Grove, Ill. "This is truly an art because...”—"Beauty: Give yourself a fresh face - Southwest Daily News", Albert Lea Tribune, March 2010

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD treated as a surgical dermatologist in Elmhurst, IL during 2012 were diagnostic procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and minor procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD for Medicare patients.

abscess drainage	16
diagnostic procedures	183
doctor visit	1819
incision and drainage	16
minor procedures	37
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	139
skin procedures	139
skin surgery	16
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	21

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD treated as a surgical dermatologist in Elmhurst, IL during 2013 were diagnostic procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and minor procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD for Medicare patients.

abscess drainage	11
diagnostic procedures	127
doctor visit	1920
incision and drainage	11
minor procedures	35
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	40
skin procedures	40
skin surgery	11
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	24

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD.

**Gender**
Male	413
Female	479

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	576
Black	194
Hispanic	83
Asian	24
Other	15
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	241
From 75 to 84	181
85 and over	185
Less than 65	285

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD in 2013

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	45
Depression	39
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	31
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	29
Diabetes	50
Dementia	32
Cancer	7

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD treated as a surgical dermatologist in Elmhurst, IL during 2014 were diagnostic procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and skin procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	116
doctor visit	1600
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	29
skin procedures	29

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD.

**Gender**
Male	384
Female	428

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	536
Black	147
Hispanic	92
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	227
From 75 to 84	172
85 and over	195
Less than 65	218

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD in 2014

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	42
Depression	39
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	32
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	26
Diabetes	50
Dementia	42
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD treated as a surgical dermatologist in Elmhurst, IL during 2015 were diagnostic procedures, hospital care, inpatient care and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	11
diagnostic procedures	84
doctor visit	910
hospital care	13
inpatient care	13

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD.

**Gender**
Male	498
Female	514

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	646
Black	198
Hispanic	122
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	316
From 75 to 84	204
85 and over	208
Less than 65	284

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD in 2015

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	21
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	29
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	25
Diabetes	47
Dementia	32
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD treated as a surgical dermatologist in Elmhurst, IL during 2016 were diagnostic procedures and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	25
diagnostic procedures	83
doctor visit	795

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD.

**Gender**
Male	225
Female	272

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	308
Black	91
Hispanic	67
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	173
From 75 to 84	122
85 and over	71
Less than 65	131

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD in 2016

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	27
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	46
Dementia	30
Cancer	7

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD treated as a surgical dermatologist in Elmhurst, IL during 2017 were diagnostic procedures, blood draw, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and skin procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	26
diagnostic procedures	76
doctor visit	675
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	18
skin procedures	18

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD.

**Gender**
Male	203
Female	243

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	267
Black	94
Hispanic	61
Asian	11
Other	13
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	155
From 75 to 84	100
85 and over	56
Less than 65	135

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD in 2017

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	46
Dementia	28
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD treated as a surgical dermatologist in Elmhurst, IL during 2018 were diagnostic procedures, injections, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and skin procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	16
diagnostic procedures	90
doctor visit	667
injections	37
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	20
skin procedures	20

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD.

**Gender**
Male	229
Female	214

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	228
Black	108
Hispanic	76
Asian	0
Other	17
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	153
From 75 to 84	99
85 and over	50
Less than 65	141

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD in 2018

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	40
Dementia	24
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD treated as a surgical dermatologist in Elmhurst, IL during 2019 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and skin procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	642
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	16
skin procedures	16

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD.

**Gender**
Male	223
Female	245

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	251
Black	102
Hispanic	92
Asian	0
Other	12
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	180
From 75 to 84	102
85 and over	42
Less than 65	144

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD in 2019

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	39
Dementia	21
Cancer	7

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD treated as a surgical dermatologist in Elmhurst, IL during 2020 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and injections.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	502
injections	45
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	66
skin procedures	66

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD.

**Gender**
Male	229
Female	193

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	314
Black	36
Hispanic	42
Asian	18
Other	12
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	192
From 75 to 84	109
85 and over	53
Less than 65	68

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD in 2020

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	35
Dementia	16
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD treated as a surgical dermatologist in Elmhurst, IL during 2021 were injections.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	475
injections	39

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD.

**Gender**
Male	156
Female	179

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	212
Black	50
Hispanic	39
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	140
From 75 to 84	84
85 and over	33
Less than 65	78

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD in 2021

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	41
Dementia	19
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD treated as a surgical dermatologist in Elmhurst, IL during 2022 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and skin procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	415
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	14
skin procedures	14

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD.

**Gender**
Male	140
Female	145

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	176
Black	26
Hispanic	46
Asian	22
Other	15
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	113
From 75 to 84	83
85 and over	28
Less than 65	61

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD in 2022

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	36
Dementia	8
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD treated as a surgical dermatologist in Elmhurst, IL were diagnostic procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and injections.

abscess drainage	13
blood draw	19
diagnostic procedures	108
doctor visit	947
hospital care	13
incision and drainage	13
injections	40
inpatient care	13
minor procedures	36
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	42
skin procedures	42
skin surgery	13
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	22

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD.

**Gender**
Female	264
Male	245

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	95
Asian / Pacific Islander	6
Non-Hispanic White	319
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	65
Other	7

**Age**
85 and over	83
75 to 84	114
Less than 65	140
65 to 74	171

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	11
Osteoporosis	9
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	39
Atrial Fibrillation	9
Dementia	22
Cancer	7

Education & Training

Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago in 1977. He completed residency at University of Illinois at Chicago Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board of Dermatology and has a state license in Illinois.

Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago (1977)

Residency: University of Illinois at Chicago Affiliated Hospitals (1981)

Board Certification: American Board of Dermatology (1981)

Licensed In: Illinois

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Loretto Hospital

Endeavor Health

Thorek Memorial Hospital

Access Community Health Network

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD has a good overall rating with an average of 3.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Elmhurst, IL.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Gary Jay Barsky, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Celgene Corporation	$1,320 Otezla $790	$530
AbbVie, Inc.	$1,035 Humira $841	Skyrizi $194
Amgen Inc.	$970 Otezla $918	Enbrel $52
AbbVie Inc.	$960 Humira $517	Skyrizi $360	Rinvoq $72	$11
Promius Pharma LLC	$900 $900
Other	$3,656 DUPIXENT $732	Impoyz $400	COSENTYX $332	TALTZ $264	EUCRISA $256	Other $1,672

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$7,320
Consulting Fee	$900
Honoraria	$400
Education	$221

Biography

Dr. Gary Barsky is a specialist in surgical dermatology. His average patient rating is 3.0 stars (out of 5). Dr. Barsky's clinical interests include warts, rosacea, and minor surgery. His professional affiliations include Loretto Hospital, Endeavor Health, and Thorek Memorial Hospital. His education and training includes medical school at the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago and residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of Illinois at Chicago. Dr. Barsky (or staff) speaks the following foreign languages: Spanish and Russian.