Searching for a plastic surgeon in Chicago brings up literally of thousands of results. The Chicago area is large, so some of these providers will be closer to you, while others will be more of a drive away. When it comes to choosing a plastic surgeon for something like a tummy tuck in the Chicago area, however, proximity should not be your deciding factor.
What, then, are good criteria for judging whether someone is your ideal tummy tuck surgeon?
Skill and experience are (hopefully) obvious requirements. Plastic surgeons should also have an artistic eye, sensibilities that align with yours, a focus on both safety and comfort, good communication skills, and a certain something that causes you to “click” with them.
Take, for example, Dr. John. Q. Cook.
In his years of work as a plastic surgeon, Dr. Cook has performed more than 1,000 tummy tuck surgeries, also known as abdominoplasties. Given this considerable experience, it is safe to say that he has worked with the width and breadth of patient body types, as well as the wide range of aesthetic goals that patients have. In other words, he has just about seen it all. This gives him a particular ability to choose techniques that will benefit specific patients based on their current appearance and their desired results.
When it comes to the artistry of the surgery, Dr. Cook has made the study of aesthetics a lifelong pursuit. Not only does he believe in the ideal of the human form, but he also works to shape that form in a way that complements each patient’s unique body shape. There is no cookie-cutter or “one size fits all” approach applied at Whole Beauty® Institute. Every patient receives individualized care and attention that focuses on providing natural-looking results, all coming from a plastic surgeon whose life has been steeped in the arts and the sciences.
Dr. Cook’s focus on patients also extends to their post-surgical experience. After all, his work does not end when he finishes the procedure. In order to maximize the patient experience and minimize discomfort and recovery time, Dr. Cook put protocols in place to help patients avoid both drains and narcotics as much as possible. This means the healing process can be shorter, more comfortable, and less likely to contribute to longer-term issues related to pain and medications.
In a broader sense, Dr. Cook maintains that relationships are one of the most important elements in life. That’s the reason he has remained committed to Chicago, since his friends and family—and the majority of his patients—live in the area. Dr. Cook believes that connection is key, which is why he works to develop a connection with each of his patients, whether they are from a nearby neighborhood or are coming to him from across the country.
To learn more about what sets Dr. John Q. Cook apart for tummy tuck procedures—and all plastic surgeries—contact Whole Beauty® Institute by calling 312-751-2112 (Chicago Gold Coast Office) or 847-446-7562 (North Shore Office in Winnetka) or submit an online contact form.