Otto J. Placik, MD - Plastic Surgeon Profile

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.

Professional Affiliations and Certifications

Certified: American Board of Plastic Surgery, Inc.
National Board of Medical Examiners - 1988
American Board of Plastic Surgery, Inc.
Part I - 1994
Part II - 1997

Educational Background

Northwestern University
Bachelors of Science in Medicine (BSM)
1980 - 1985

Northwestern University Medical School
Medical Degree (MD)
1983 - 1987

Graduate Medical Education:

Residencies:

General Surgery Internship and Residency
Northwestern University
Chairman: D L Nahrwold, MD
1987 - 1990

Plastic Surgery Residency
Northwestern University
Chiefs: B H Griffith, MD and T A Mustoe, MD
1990 - 1993

Fellowships:

Aesthetic Reconstruction
St Joseph Hospital (Chicago)
Director: G C Burget, MD
Jul - Dec 1993

Microvascular and Hand Surgery
Davies Medical Center (San Francisco)
Director: H J Buncke, MD
Jan - Dec 1994

Awards and Honors

Honors Program in Medical Education    1980 - 1987
Alpha Omega Alpha (Jr Year Inductee) Co-President    1986
Beatrice Tucker Award    1986
Graduation with Distinction - Medical School    1987
Best Microsurgery Paper Award, PSEF Sr Residents Conference   May 23, 1993
Second Place, Chicago Society of Plastic Surgeons Resident Presentations    Jun 3, 1993
Third Place, Northwestern University Med. School Residents' Day    Jun 11, 1993
CARE commends, Glenbrook Hospital   Mar 7, 1997
Marquis Who's Who in America: 54th Edition    2000
AMA Physician's Recognition Award   1996-1999
Strathmore's Who's Who    1999-2000
Strathmore's Who's Who     2000-2001
Daily Herald Article    Jan 15, 2001
Daily Herald Article    February 22, 2003
International Biographical Centre    December 6, 2002
Northwest Community Healthcare    December 11, 2002
Nathan Smith Davis Club    February 2, 2002
Consumers' Guide to Top Doctors    2002
America's Cosmetic Doctors and Dentists     2003

Hospital Appointments

Evanston Hospital Corp.
Adjunct Staff (Moonlighting)
Glenview IL
Jul 1991 - Jun 1992

Shriners Hospital for Crippled Children
Fellow
Chicago IL
Jul - Dec 1992

St Joseph Hospital
Fellow and Surgical House Officer
Chicago IL
Jul - Dec 1993

Evanston Hospital Corp.
Adjunct Staff (Moonlighting)
Glenbrook Hospital
Glenview IL
Jan - Feb 1994

Northwest Community Hospital
Associate Staff
Arlington Heights IL
Jan 19, 1995 - Present

Shriners Hospital for Crippled Children
Consulting Staff
Chicago IL
July 25, 1995 - Present

Methodist Hospital
Courtesy Staff
Chicago IL
May 2, 1995 - Present

Evanston Hospital Corp
Locum Tenens Staff
Evanston and Glenview IL
Sep - Dec 1995

Evanston Hospital Corp
Adjunct Staff
Evanston and Glenview IL
Aug 20, 1996 - Present

Saint Elizabeth Hospital
Consulting Staff
Chicago, IL
October 1998

Faculty Appointments

Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery (Plastic), Northwestern University
Chief - T A Mustoe MD
Instruct Plastic Surgery Residents and Faculty Activities
Sept 1998-Present

Clinical Instructor in Plastic Surgery, Northwestern University
Chief - T A Mustoe, MD
Instruct Med Students & Gen Surg Residents (2.5 hrs/ week)
Jan - Jun 1993

Clinical Instructor in Plastic Surgery, Lakeside VA Med Center
Chairman - R J Joehl, MD
Instruct Med Students & Gen Surg Residents (2.5 hrs/ week)
Jan - Jun 1993

Plastic Surgery Procedures

Breast Procedures
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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

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)

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
Scar Revision

Other Procedures

Endoscopy
Laser Surgery
Plastic Surgery Indications for Men

Dr. Placik - Chicago Breast Augmentation Plastic Surgeon - Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery