Peter A Lio

Peter A Lio is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Departments of Dermatology and Pediatrics at the Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University. He practices at Medical Dermatology Associates of Chicago and is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, where he founded the Chicago Integrative Eczema Center focused on patient-centered eczema care and education.

His educational background includes:

• MD from Harvard University (2001)
• Pediatrics Internship at Children's Hospital-Boston (2002)
• Dermatology Residency at Massachusetts General Hospital for Children (2005)
• American Board of Dermatology Certification

Dr. Lio specializes in Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema) with expertise in integrative and alternative medicine approaches, connective tissue diseases (lupus, dermatomyositis), and medical acupuncturist practices. His research bridges conventional dermatology with complementary therapies while emphasizing medical education for trainees.

His publication portfolio demonstrates consistent focus on atopic dermatitis pathophysiology, therapeutic innovations (including biologics and JAK inhibitors), teledermatology implementation, and microbiome interactions. Recent work examines disease burden metrics and digital health solutions like wearable itch-tracking sensors.

Dr. Lio maintains extensive industry engagement through consulting roles with major pharmaceutical companies including AbbVie, Eli Lilly, and Pfizer, alongside equity positions in dermatology-focused biotech firms such as Alphyn Biologics and Concerto Biosciences.

He directs the Chicago Integrative Eczema Center and contributes to the Osher Center for Integrative Health within Northwestern's Institute for Public Health and Medicine, driving translational research in evidence-based complementary dermatology approaches.