Dr. Otto Joseph Placik, MD, FACS

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Otto Joseph Placik
Dr. Placik received his medical degree from Northwestern University.
5.0 star rating
Best Plastic Surgeon around!!
- a patient
5.0 star rating
Surgeon I trust for myself and my family
- a patient

Overview

Avvo Rating

10.0

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Experience 5.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 5.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Contributor level 14

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Specialties

Procedures Performed

This doctor performs the following procedures:

  • Areola Reduction
  • ArteFill
  • Blepharoplasty
  • Body Contouring
  • Body Lift
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Insurance Accepted

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Payment Types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

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  • Associated Plastic Surgeons
    880 West Central Road
    Suite 3100
    Arlington Heights, IL 60005
    Office: 847-398-1660
    Fax: 847-398-1784
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  • MD Aesthetics
    845 N. Michigan Avenue,
    Suite 923E
    Chicago, IL 60611
    Office: 847-398-1660
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Hospital Affiliation/ Privileges

  • Evanston Hospital Corp
  • Methodist Hospital
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Gender

Male

Languages Spoken

  • English

About Me

Photos (11)

Videos (4)

Dr. Placik received his medical degree from Northwestern University where he also completed residencies in general and plastic and reconstructive surgery. He... more

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References

Patient Reviews

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5 star rating

“Best Plastic Surgeon around!!”

Posted by: a patient, about 1 month ago.

Patient Review: If your looking for a kind, caring, artistic plastic surgeon, there is no need to look any further! I've had numerous procedures performed by Dr.... more
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5 star rating

“Surgeon I trust for myself and my family”

Posted by: a patient, 9 months ago.

Patient Review: I have had two surgical procedures (breast augmentation and tummy tuck) performed by this surgeon as well as Botox injections and fillers but other... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

4 endorsements


John W T Walker

Dr. Placik takes the time to evaluate questions, and answers in an intelligent, and appropriate manner. I endorse this doctor.

Endorsement from doctor: John Walker , Beverly Hills (CA), 14 days ago
Povilas Vitenas JR

I endorse this doctor.

Endorsement from doctor: Povilas Vitenas , Houston (TX), About 1 month ago
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Résumé

 

License

23 years since Otto Joseph Placik was first licensed to practice.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
California License Renewed & Current 1990 04/15/2010
Illinois Active 1989 05/16/2012

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this doctor.

Board Certification

Certification data provided by: American Board of Medical Specialties

Work Experience

Position Duration
Administrative at Northwestern University Medical School 1992–1993

Advanced Training

Training Specialty Hospital Completed
Fellowship Hand Surgery Davies Medical Center (San Francisco, CA) 1994
Residency Plastic Surgery Northwestern Memorial Hospital (Chicago, IL) 1993
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine MD 1987
Northwestern University Pre-Medicine BS - Bachelor of Science 1985

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Listed Madison's Who's Who 2008
Listed Cambridge Who's Who 2008
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Member American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Fellow American College of Surgeons
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 14
Answers: 891 Health Answers
4 Best Answers - chosen by asker
108 Answers marked "I agree" by other doctors
25 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 0 Health Guides
0 Staff Picks
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Medical Photos

575 cc Saline Moderate Plus implants
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Publications

Article Publication Date
Total Ear Replantation Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery 1997
Microvascular Transplantation of Cryopreserved Knee Joints Annals of Plastic Surgery 1995
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Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Body Dysmorphic Disorder Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds 2012
Female Genital Anatomy Plastic Surgery Resident Rounds 2011
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