Board Certifications:
National Board of Medical Examiners (since 1987)
American Board of Plastic Surgery (since 1997)

Society Memberships:
American Medical Association (since 1985)
American College of Surgeons, Fellow (since 1993)
American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (since 2002)
Plastic Surgery Research Council (since 1998)

Number of years in cosmetic surgery practice: 8
Practicing since: 1995

Facial Procedures:
Nose Reshaping (Rhinoplasty)
Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)
Face Lift Including Liposuction/Endoscopy (Meloplasty)
Forehead Lift (Coronal Lift)
Neck Surgery (Cervicoplasty)
Ear Surgery (Otoplasty)
Chin Surgery (Genioplasty/Mentoplasty)
Cheek Surgery (Malar Augmentation or Buccal Fat Extraction)
Lip Surgery (Lip Augmentation or Reduction)

Breast Procedures:
Breast Enlargment (Augmentation Mammaplasty)
Breast Lift (Mastopexy)
Breast Reduction (Reduction Mammaplasty)
Male Breast Reduction (Gynecomastia Correction)
Postmastectomy Breast Reconstruction

Body Contouring Procedures:
Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)
Buttock and Thigh Lift (Thigh Dermolipectomy)

Liposuction Skin Rejuvenation Procedures:
Face Peeling (Chemabrasion)
Skin Resurfacing (Dermabrasion)
Laser Skin Resurfacing(UltraPulse Carbon Dioxide Laser)
Botox® Injections
Injectable/Surgical Fillers
Collagen Injections
Fat Transfer
Endoscopy
Laser Surgery

Briefly describe your facility. Please discuss whether most or all procedures are performed in-office, and whether you perform procedures in other facilities or hospitals.

Our facility meets the highest standards expected by our professional societies. We are pround to announce the opening of our new office July 2003. This will be located in the Center for Specialty Medicine on the campus of Northwest COmmunity Hospital. It will feature a special procedures room.

Shari W, RN (nurse and patient couselor)
Teri G, Rn (nurse and patient counselor)
Maria F(Receptionist)
Pat K (Aesthetician and Skin Care Specialist)
Michele A (Office manager and financial counselor)

Please describe whether the anesthesiologists you use are certified and disucss their background.

Anesthesiologists are certified and fully credentialed within their respective facilities.

This area enables you to highlight any special benefits, offers, or promotions that your practice is offering (i.e. free consultation, coupons, free post-op skincare products/treatments, makeup artist availability).

Call our office at (312)787-5313 or (847)398-1660 to schedule an appointment and to inquire about special offers.

Do you hold any seminars or events (i.e. meet the doctor, monthly skin treatments,)? If so, please list if they are regular and how a member may learn about them (feel free to insert a link or a telephone number).

For more information view our website at:
http://www.bodysculptor.com

Medical School: Northwestern U Honors Program Medical Education

Internship: Northwestern University
From: 1987
To: 1988

General Surgery: Northwestern University
From: 1987
To: 1990

Plastic Surgery: Northwestern University
From: 1990
To: 1993

School: Northwestern University
Position: Assistant Professor of Clinical Plastic Surgery
From: 1997
To: present

Name: Top Doctors
Year: 2002

Name: Who's Who
Year: 2000

Name: Honors Program in Medical Education
Year: 1980

Please insert your biography:

Dr. Placik received his medical degree from Northwestern University where he also completed residencies in general and plastic and reconstructive surgery. He completed a fellowship in the aesthetic reconstruction of complex nasal and facial deformities at St. Joseph Hospital in Chicago and an additional fellowship in microvascular and hand surgery at Davies Medical Center, an affiliate of the University of California, San Francisco.

Dr. Placik is certified as a diplomate by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Inc.® and is an active member of The American Society of Plastic Surgeons. He is an active member of several local and national professional organizations.

Dr. Placik's hospital appointments include Northwest Community Hospital in Arlington Heights and Evanston Northwestern Healthcare (Evanston and Glenbrook Hospitals).

Otto J. Placik, M.D. is a member of the Northwestern University Division of Plastic Surgery Teaching Staff. He holds an academic appointment as a Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery (Plastic) at Northwestern University Medical School. Dr. Placik actively participates in the reconstruction of complex pediatric deformities at the Shriner's Hospital for crippled children in Chicago.

Why did you decide to become a plastic surgeon?

An opportunity to apply the medical sciences in an artistic fashion for the benefit of my patients.

What sets your practice apart from others?

We believe in not only giving patients the best in medical care, but also in achieving a sensitive understanding of their aesthetic goals. Every member of our medical and support team wants to help you gather the information you need to make the best possible decision.

What do you think are the most important factors for a patient in choosing a doctor?

Comfort, Communication, Understanding

What is your approach when a patient meets with you about a procedure during a consultation?

Consultation:
Obtain critical information (background & medical history)
Meet our nurses and staff
Introduction to Dr. Placik with review of initial questions and concerns.
Physical examination
In depth discussion of procedure(s) with Dr. Placik
Summation of preparatory, scheduling, financial details and policies

What is the nature of your involvement and interaction with a patient during the pre- and post-procedure phases? How is your staff involved in these phases?

I make myself available to you before and after surgery for questions, concerns, and medical care. Our staff of Registered Nurses are also available should you desire to discuss other matters of concern.

Please describe the aspects of your work that are most important to you? What are the most rewarding parts of your job?

A satisfied patient. Using my skills both medical and non-medical to benefit to those seeking my care.