As a cosmetic and plastic surgeon since 1983, specializing in both cosmetic and reconstructive surgery, the most valuable information I have learned is to listen, and to understand my patients. Your wishes, your input, your questions are what will allow me to fulfill and surpass your expectations.

The most important patient to me is You. When you are calling, or in our office, or when you are in the operating room to have your surgery, I put your concerns, your safety, your privacy and your interests first at all times. In addition to consistently achieving beautiful, natural results, we want you to heal and recover quickly and to also look and feel your best. This is done using the latest technology and procedures.

We feel that all of our patients we will see for a long-term professional relationship, and we make ourselves available to you at any time that you need us. I am available to speak to you 24/7 through my office or answering service.

When you choose me to perform your surgical procedure, we understand that this is a private issue and your privacy is respected. We maintain that confidentiality at all times. When you leave my office I hope that you will feel that you have met a doctor you can trust and talk to.

Education

RESIDENCIES:		University of Illinois Hospital Chicago, Illinois
PLASTIC SURGERY:		1981 - 1983
GENERAL SURGERY:		1978 – 1981
MEDICAL SCHOOL:		University of Illinois Abraham Lincoln School of Medicine Chicago, Illinois M.D. 1978
GRADUATE SCHOOL:		University of Illinois Urbana Illinois 1972 - 1974 M.S., Biology 1973 Ph.D. Candidate, Physiology 1973 – 1974
UNDERGRADUATE:		University of Illinois Urbana, Illinois B.S. 1973
CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:		Diplomate, National Board of Medical Examiners - 1979 Illinois Medical Licensure Diplomate, American Board of Plastic Surgery - 1984
HONORS:		B.S. with High Honors & Departmental Distinction - 1973 James Scholar, University of Illinois - 1969-1973 Dean's List, University of Illinois - 1969-1973
TEACHING APPOINTMENTS:		Clinical Assistant Professor, Plastic Surgery Abraham Lincoln School of Medicine University of Illinois 1984-1992 Instructor, Department of Anatomy and Physiology University of Illinois Medical School, Urbana, Illinois 1973-1974
PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES:		American Medical Association Chicago Medical Society Illinois Medical Society American College of Surgeons, Fellow American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Lipoplasty Society of North America Chicago Plastic Surgery Society Midwest Association of Plastic Surgeons
ELECTED OFFICES:		Chicago Plastic Surgical Society, Board of Directors - 1999 & 2000 President Medical Staff, Good Shepherd Hospital - 1997-1998 President Elect of Medical Staff, Good Shepherd Hospital - 1996 Chairman Department of Surgery, Good Shepherd Hospital - 1995
RESEARCH:		Pathologic Study of the Nipple-Areolar Complex in Breast Cancer, 1982-1985 Manometric Studies of the Canine Esophagus, A Model for Achalasia, 1973 Effects of Lysergic Acid on Mice and Chromosomal Karyotype, 1972
PRESENTATIONS:		Conservative Management of Deep Partial Thickness Burns of the Hands, Chicago Plastic Surgical Society, February 1982 Tram Breast Reconstruction, Chicago Plastic Surgical Society, March 1985