Doctor Elias G. Gikas, MD 60625

Name: Elias G. Gikas, MD
Last name: Gikas
Began aesthetic medicine in: 1991
Years experience: 32
Primary Specialty: Plastic Surgeon
Website: https://www.drgikas.com/
Business: Elias Gikas, MD, FACS
Address: 5140 N. California Avenue
Address suite: Suite 735
Phone: (773) 570-1752
International phone number: +17735701752
City: Chicago
State: Illinois
Zip Code: 60625
Country: US
Statement: Our Chicago practice is dedicated to delivering the highest standard of surgical skill in the art and science of plastic surgery while providing an environment of safety and compassionate care.
Consulting Fees: -1$
Has Sponsored Offer : No

Clinical Privileges:

Postdoc Training:

Internship: General Surgery, Mount Zion Hospital and Medical Center, San Francisco
Residencies:
General Surgery, Mount Zion Hospital
Plastic Surgery, University of Illinois College of Medicine

Elias G. Gikas, MD

Member of:

American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS)
American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)

GPS coordinates on map: 41.8795,-87.6242981

Primary location:

Location name: Chicago
State: IL
Country: US
Map point: 41.8795,-87.6242981

Treatments:

Areola Reduction Surgery
Arm Lift
Asian Rhinoplasty
Body Lift
Brazilian Butt Lift
Brazilian Butt Lift Revision
Breast Augmentation
Breast Fat Transfer
Breast Implant Removal
Breast Implant Revision
Breast Implants
Breast Lift
Breast Lift with Implants
Breast Reconstruction
Breast Reduction
Brow Lift
Buccal Fat Removal
Cheek Implants
Ear Surgery
Eyelid Surgery
Facelift
Facial Fat Transfer
Gynecomastia Surgery
Liposuction
Mini Facelift
Mini Tummy Tuck
Mommy Makeover
Neck Lift
Nipple Surgery
Nonsurgical Facelift
Nonsurgical Nose Job
Panniculectomy
Revision Rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty
Septoplasty
Sinus Surgery
Subcision
Teeth Whitening
Thigh Lift
Tummy Tuck
Tummy Tuck Revision
Voluma

RealSelf Info

Rating: 4.7
Profile views: 16880
Answer count: 117
Review count: 74
1 star count: 4
4 star count: 2
5 star count: 24
Total star count: 30
Star rating: 3.801216134443
Lead count last three months: 4
Anonymous votes: 0
Offer count: 0
Profile created: Nov 11, 2008
Profile modified: Mar 2, 2022
Profile photo modified: Oct 10, 2019
Profile promotion: Yes
Profile inactive: No
Premier status: Profile Plus
Tier: Pro
RealCare Promise: No
Directory link: Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
RealSelf’s PRO: Yes
Doctor Designation Start Time: Jun 9, 2015
Doctor Designation End Time: Jan 1, 2033

Locations

Chicago, IL, US. GPS coordinates: 41.8795,-87.6242981

Latest ratings of treatments

Rhinoplasty (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
Rhinoplasty (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
Rhinoplasty (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
Rhinoplasty (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
Breast Augmentation (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Rhinoplasty (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Rhinoplasty (Jun 2014) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Rhinoplasty (Jan 2015) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Rhinoplasty (Aug 2015) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Rhinoplasty (May 2016) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Rhinoplasty (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
Rhinoplasty (Oct 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5
Rhinoplasty (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
Rhinoplasty (Jan 2019) – Overall rating: 5/5
Rhinoplasty (Feb 2019) – Overall rating: 5/5
Thigh Lift (Dec 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Rhinoplasty (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
Breast Reduction (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
Botox (Dec 2019) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Rhinoplasty (Feb 2020) – Overall rating: 5/5
Tummy Tuck (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Tummy Tuck (Sep 2020) – Overall rating: 5/5
Revision Rhinoplasty (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
Rhinoplasty (Jul 2020) – Overall rating: 5/5
Rhinoplasty (Mar 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5
Ear Surgery (Feb 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5
Septoplasty (Mar 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5
Ear Surgery (Jun 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5

Latest Prices

Rhinoplasty Prices

$6700 – Jan 26, 2015 – Chicago, IL
$6000 – May 25, 2016 – Chicago, IL
$5000 – Oct 26, 2018 – Chicago
$6000 – Mar 14, 2014 – Chicago, IL
$7500 – Jul 1, 2020
$12 – Jul 17, 2023
$11000 – Jul 18, 2023
$11000 – Jul 18, 2023
$9500 – Jan 18, 2021
$8750 – May 18, 2021
$5200 – Mar 27, 2013 – Chicago, IL
$7500 – Jul 1, 2020
$10000 – Jan 18, 2021
$10000 – Jan 18, 2021
$10000 – Jan 18, 2021
$10000 – Jan 18, 2021
$10000 – Jan 18, 2021
$7250 – Jan 8, 2021
$7250 – Jan 8, 2021
$7250 – Jan 8, 2021
$7250 – Jun 11, 2020
$7250 – Jun 11, 2020
$7250 – Jun 11, 2020
$7500 – Jul 1, 2020
$7500 – Jul 1, 2020
$7199 – Jun 11, 2020
$7200 – Jun 11, 2020
$8000 – Sep 2020
$8000 – Sep 2020
$8000 – Sep 2020
$9800 – Aug 18, 2020
$9800 – Aug 18, 2020
$6700 – Jan 26, 2015 – Chicago, IL
$5000 – Oct 26, 2018 – Chicago
$5000 – Oct 26, 2018 – Chicago
$5500 – Jul 9, 2012 – Chicago, IL
$4000 – Jul 19, 2016 – Chicago, IL
$4000 – Jul 19, 2016 – Chicago, IL
$4000 – Jul 19, 2016 – Chicago, IL
$6000 – May 25, 2016 – Chicago, IL
$6000 – May 25, 2016 – Chicago, IL
$6000 – May 25, 2016 – Chicago, IL
$5500 – Jul 9, 2012 – Chicago, IL
$6700 – Jan 26, 2015 – Chicago, IL
$5500 – Jul 9, 2012 – Chicago, IL
$5500 – Jul 9, 2012 – Chicago, IL
$5500 – Jul 9, 2012 – Chicago, IL
$5500 – Jul 9, 2012 – Chicago, IL
$6000 – Mar 14, 2014 – Chicago, IL
$6000 – Mar 14, 2014 – Chicago, IL
$6000 – Mar 14, 2014 – Chicago, IL
$6000 – Mar 14, 2014 – Chicago, IL
$5200 – Mar 27, 2013 – Chicago, IL
$5500 – Jul 9, 2012 – Chicago, IL
$5500 – Jul 9, 2012 – Chicago, IL
$5500 – Jul 9, 2012 – Chicago, IL
$5500 – Jul 9, 2012 – Chicago, IL

Breast Augmentation Prices

$12775 – May 15, 2013 – Chicago, IL

Breast Reduction Prices

$8000 – Sep 22, 2016 – Chicago, IL
$8000 – Sep 22, 2016 – Chicago, IL
$8000 – Sep 22, 2016 – Chicago, IL

Thigh Lift Prices

$11000 – Dec 11, 2018 – Chicago, IL
$11000 – Dec 11, 2018 – Chicago, IL
$11000 – Dec 11, 2018 – Chicago, IL
$11000 – Dec 11, 2018 – Chicago, IL
$11000 – Dec 11, 2018

Tummy Tuck Prices

$6700 – Oct 2018 – Chicago, IL
$8780 – Nov 3, 2014 – Chicago, IL
$5400 – Feb 15, 2013 – Chicago, IL
$6000 – Jul 22, 2013 – Chicago, IL
$6000 – Jul 22, 2013 – Chicago, IL
$11251 – May 8, 2017 – Chicago, IL
$11251 – May 8, 2017 – Chicago, IL
$6700 – Dec 2016 – Chicago, IL
$6700 – Apr 3, 2014 – Chicago, IL
$6000 – Jul 22, 2013 – Chicago, IL
$8780 – Nov 3, 2014 – Chicago, IL
$8780 – Nov 3, 2014 – Chicago, IL
$8780 – Nov 3, 2014 – Chicago, IL
$6700 – Apr 3, 2014 – Chicago, IL
$6000 – Jul 22, 2013 – Chicago, IL
$5400 – Feb 15, 2013 – Chicago, IL
$5400 – Feb 15, 2013 – Chicago, IL
$5400 – Feb 15, 2013 – Chicago, IL
$5400 – Feb 15, 2013 – Chicago, IL
$5400 – Feb 15, 2013 – Chicago, IL
$5400 – Feb 15, 2013 – Chicago, IL
$5400 – Feb 15, 2013 – Chicago, IL
$5400 – Feb 15, 2013 – Chicago, IL
$5400 – Feb 15, 2013 – Chicago, IL
$5400 – Feb 15, 2013 – Chicago, IL
$5400 – Feb 15, 2013 – Chicago, IL
$5400 – Feb 15, 2013 – Chicago, IL
$5400 – Feb 15, 2013 – Chicago, IL
$5400 – Feb 15, 2013 – Chicago, IL
$5400 – Feb 15, 2013 – Chicago, IL
$5400 – Feb 15, 2013 – Chicago, IL
$5400 – Feb 15, 2013 – Chicago, IL
$5400 – Feb 15, 2013 – Chicago, IL
$5400 – Feb 15, 2013 – Chicago, IL
$5400 – Feb 15, 2013 – Chicago, IL
$4500 – Feb 15, 2013 – Chicago, IL

Ear Surgery Prices

$5000 – Jun 2, 2021
$3500 – Jul 2022 – Chicago, IL
$5000 – Jun 2, 2021
$5000 – Jun 2, 2021
$3500 – Nov 2011 – Chicago, IL
$3500 – Nov 2011 – Chicago, IL
$3500 – Nov 2011 – Chicago, IL

Eyelid Surgery Prices

$4500 – Jun 28, 2013 – Swedish Covenant Hospital
$4500 – Jun 28, 2013 – Swedish Covenant Hospital
$4500 – Jun 28, 2013 – Swedish Covenant Hospital
$4500 – Jun 28, 2013 – Swedish Covenant Hospital
$4500 – Jun 28, 2013 – Swedish Covenant Hospital
$4500 – Jun 28, 2013 – Swedish Covenant Hospital

African American Rhinoplasty Prices

$9800 – Aug 18, 2020

Mommy Makeover Prices

$12775 – May 15, 2013 – Chicago, IL

Other Prices

$6700 – Jan 26, 2015 – Chicago, IL
$6000 – Jul 22, 2013 – Chicago, IL
$6000 – Jul 22, 2013 – Chicago, IL

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Doctor's answers

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What is my nose shape ?

What is my nose shape ?
Jan 21, 2015

A limited and angled picture does not give an accurate view of your nose. It does appear that you have a bulbous tip that can be refined, the nasal bridge may need to be addressed as well. An office exam by an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon will give you the answers.

What plastic surgery options do you recommend for my nose?

What plastic surgery options do you recommend for my nose?
Jan 21, 2015

From the very limited photos you have a nice nose, however, if you wish refinement it can be done in the right hands. A reduction of the the hump seen on a side view, refinement of the tip and addressing of the hanging columella (droopy tip) will greatly enhance your nose. You may also need narrowing of the bridge to give you the ideal proportion and balance, but difficult to tell until you are examined in an office. The pain is very easily managed by most patients with...

I am looking for a Rhinoplasty specialist in Connecticut. My most troublesome issue is my bulbs tip

My most troublesome issue is my bulbs tip cartilage.
Jan 21, 2015

It appears from the limited photos that you have a bulbous tip and a small dorsal hump and possibly a slight deviation to the right. A rhinoplasty procedure with reduction of the dorsal hump, tip refinement and projection and possibly osteotomies to narrow and straighten the nose should give you a greatly enhanced nose. Seek and experienced rhinoplasty surgeon in your area and look at several of his before and after photos.

I want a Rhinoplasty but I'm not sure what the procedure might entail for me. What do you think I wo

I want a Rhinoplasty but I'm not sure what the procedure might entail for me.
Jan 21, 2015

From the limited photos it appears that you have a wide, bulbous tip which droops on smiling. The open or closed rhinoplasty technique depends on the surgeons preference and level of comfort. You will need narrowing of the bulbous tip by suturing techniques (possibly minor excision of cartilage) and addressing the muscles that pull the nasal tip down when smiling. The bridge may need to be addressed as well. The need to narrow the nostrils will be decided at the end...

Would I be a good candidate for rhinoplasty?

Would I be a good candidate for rhinoplasty?
Jan 19, 2015

Yes, you would be a very good candidate for a rhinoplasty and septoplasty as you most likely have a deviated septum as well as a deviated nose. You have a dorsal hump and high bridge and somewhat bulbous tip. A rhinoplasty to reduce the hump/bridge , refine the tip, straighten the nose and septum, shorten the nose along with tip elevation and rotation would greatly enhance your facial proportions. Seek an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon. Discuss cost and health plan...

Is it ok to have removed cast at the end of sixth day post op from rhinoplasty?

Is it ok to have removed cast at the end of sixth day post op from rhinoplasty?
Jan 19, 2015

Sometimes the cast/splint loosens up and could come off. It should not be a problem at 6 days. It is best to check with your surgeon and see how he wants to address it.

Is it possible to fix this abscess without getting rid of my implant?

Is it possible to fix this abscess without getting rid of my implant?
Jan 19, 2015

Unfortunately, it is not possible and highly risky to save the implant. A synthetic implant used in nasal augmentation that is infected, should be removed and the abscess drained. You will need antibiotics as well. Several months later after healing is complete (preferably a year) autologous material (cartilage) should be used for dorsal and tip augmentation.

By looking at the pictures, is this hump normal? Will it go down?

By looking at the pictures, is this hump normal? Will it go down?
Jan 19, 2015

At this early stage, it is difficult to tell and it is probably swelling. You need to be patient and give yourself time to heal. In about 3 months you will probably know better, although it may take 6 to 12 months to reveal the contour of the bridge. Keep in touch with your surgeon periodically to reevaluate your progress.

How much does a previous septoplasty limit the amount of available cartilage for revision grafting?

How much does a previous septoplasty limit the amount of available cartilage for revision grafting?
Jan 19, 2015

Difficult to tell how much cartilage is left in the septum unless a surgeon examines your septum. The surgeon who performed the surgery knows best. Often times there is additional cartilage available in the septum. Other sources such as ear or rib cartilage can provide graft material depending on the specific needs for a revision. A good office examination by an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon with emphasis on revision rhinoplasty will give the answers.

I'm unhappy with symmetry of nostrils. PS offered alar base reduction (free). Will it improve the wi

I'm unhappy with symmetry of nostrils.
Jan 19, 2015

From the limited photo, it appears that you will benefit from alar skin excision on the left nostril to create nostril symmetry. It can be done in the office with local anesthetic and needs usually a few small fine sutures - sometimes clear sutures can be used which are less noticeable. They are usually removed in a week.

I stil have a crooked nose after rhinoplasty. What can I do about it? It's been broken in the past (

I still have a crooked nose after rhinoplasty.
Jan 19, 2015

It is difficult to tell from your photo. At two months it could be swelling, but if it continues to persist after one year, you may need some revision. It is somewhat difficult to get a crooked nose to look perfectly straight and sometimes a minor revision is needed. Check periodically with you surgeon who will advise you accordingly.

How can I get my nose bridge to look less prominent? What are the risks?

How can I get my nose bridge to look less prominent?
Jan 19, 2015

It appears from the photos that you have a wide bridge (wide nasal bones) that can be narrowed by osteotomies. This will enhance the appearance of your nose from a front view - the side view gives a pleasant profile. Additional tip and bridge refinement can be done if you so desire. All of the above can be done by closed rhinoplasty. The risks are low in good hands. Seek a board certified rhinoplasty specialist with a lot of experience. He should be able...

Scabby Incisions

Scabby Incisions
Jan 11, 2015

The incisions seem to be healing well. The scabs will come off with time after showering. Keeping them clean and dry in my opinion is better although some mild moisturizer does help to soften the scabs and have them come off.

Fluids on my belly after TT. Is this normal?

Fluids on my belly after TT. Is this normal?
Jan 11, 2015

An ultrasound scan would tell you if you have a seroma that needs to be aspirated or drained. Check with your surgeon and he should be able to take care of it.

Procedure To Permanently Remove Stomach Fat For A Young Woman?

Procedure To Permanently Remove Stomach Fat For A Young Woman?
Jan 11, 2015

Your age, weight and appearance in the photos indicate that you are a good candidate for liposuction of the abdomen and flanks (sides). You would get a very food result because of good skin tone and the results are most likely permanent as long as you maintain your weight with a healthy diet and exercise plan. Find a surgeon with good results. Best of luck.

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Last updated on 11/24/2023