Plastic Surgery

In 2016 the American Society of Plastic Surgeons reports that there were 109, 256 breast reconstruction procedures performed. The act of surgery induces the body’s natural immune response to protect itself,

Dr. Kim and colleagues recently published “Outcomes After Elevation of Serratus Anterior Fascia During  Prosthetic Breast Reconstruction” in the Annals of Plastic Surgery. Immediate prosthetic breast reconstruction is becoming increasingly popular; this approach often involves the placement of an implant below the pectoralis muscle1. 

Plastic surgery is a hot topic in the news this summer, gracing the June cover of TIME Magazine as well as appearing on Good Morning America. With over 15 million Americans undergoing some form of cosmetic procedure in 2014,

In the past year or so, a new trend has sprung up among retirees. According to plastic surgeons around the country, more candidates ages 55 and over are filling their offices,

You are probably familiar with popular plastic surgery procedures such as breast augmentation, liposuction and tummy tuck. Other procedures, like otoplasty (ear surgery) or thigh lift, may seem less familiar to you.

Botox is a well-known injectable that smoothes wrinkles by paralyzing the underlying muscles that cause them. Millions of people undergo routine Botox treatments to look younger and more attractive.

If you are one of them,

Perhaps you have heard of mommy makeover cosmetic surgery, a set of cosmetic surgery procedures designed to address the common aesthetic concerns that many mothers share after pregnancy and breastfeeding. For example,

In 2013, actress Angelina Jolie made headlines for her decision to undergo a double mastectomy as a preemptive measure to help prevent the onset of breast cancer. Here’s a look into what persuaded her to undergo a preventative double mastectomy and the positive effects her brave decision has had on other women in similar situations.

A recognized authority in plastic surgery, Chicago plastic surgeon Dr. John Kim is always at the forefront of innovations in the industry. The following are some of the latest plastic surgery advances that he is proud to offer his patients at Northwestern Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.