The Evolution of Plastic Surgery
The Art and Innovation of Dr. Michael Byun By Hinsdale Magazine Group Staff For decades, the evolution of plastic surgery has been shaped by idealized images of beauty relentlessly presented through media. This pursuit of seemingly unattainable facial perfection; a straighter nose, defined jawline, and youthful appearance, often drives patients to travel far to achieve…
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Cooperstown marks milestone moments for youth baseball players Nicknamed “America’s Hometown,” Cooperstown is more than just a small village in Central New York: It’s a rite of passage for young baseball players across the country. Home to the National Baseball Hall of Fame and one of the most prestigious youth tournaments in the sport, Cooperstown…
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Speech-Language Therapy • Physical Therapy • Occupational Therapy Hinsdale Magazine Group (HMG): What inspired you to start Pediaprogress and to open an office in Downers Grove? Pediaprogress: The founder of Pediaprogress, Mindy Vasilakopoulos, was inspired to become a speech-language pathologist by her cousin, who has Down syndrome. A graduate of Downers Grove North High School,…
Read MoreDr. Michael Byun of Chicago Cosmetic Surgery
Hinsdale Magazine Group (HMG): What distinguishes you from other surgeons? Dr. Michael Byun: I think it’s my understanding of facial anatomy as living tissues in layers. After graduating from Northwestern University Medical School and completing my Plastic Surgery fellowship, for which I was the inaugural fellow of an integrated, combined seven-year program, I developed a distinct…
Read MoreDr. Jawdat Abboud of Charming Skin Vein Clinics
Hinsdale Magazine Group (HMG): People are increasingly concerned about the prevalence of varicose veins. How is your clinic addressing this issue through symptom awareness, treatment options, and prevention? Jawdat Abboud, MD: At Charming Skin Vein Clinics, we specialize in diagnosing and treating varicose veins and related venous conditions with a patient-first mindset. Many people live…
Read MoreAmjad Z. Ahmad, MD
Oculofacial Surgeon Chicago Eyelids Oakbrook Magazine (OB): What inspired you to pursue a career in medicine? Dr. Amjad Ahmad: My parents were my biggest inspiration. My father was a gastroenterologist in a Detroit suburb, and my mother, originally a chemistry professor, became a dedicated housewife raising three boys. She admired and loved my father deeply,…
Read MoreDr. Justin LaReau of Hinsdale Orthopaedics
Hinsdale Magazine Group (HMG): Was there a specific moment or experience that confirmed you wanted to become an orthopedic surgeon? Dr. Justin LaReau, MD: During medical school and residency, I assisted in a complex joint reconstruction case. Seeing the patient’s ability to regain mobility and quality of life after surgery had a profound impact on…
Read MoreDr. Justin LaReau of Hinsdale Orthopaedics
Hinsdale Magazine Group (HMG): Was there a specific moment or experience that confirmed you wanted to become an orthopedic surgeon? Dr. Justin LaReau, MD: During medical school and residency, I assisted in a complex joint reconstruction case. Seeing the patient’s ability to regain mobility and quality of life after surgery had a profound impact on…
Read MoreDr. Sean Cahill
Concierge Internal Medicine Practice Hinsdale Magazine Group (HMG): Why did you choose to open your own Concierge Internal Medicine practice in Chicago? Dr. Sean Cahill: Quite simply, I wanted to have more time for better relationships with my patients, to be able to practice medicine the way it should be. I had 3500 patients at…
Read MorePatricia S. Mikes, MD MBA
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine Hinsdale Magazine Group (HMG): What inspired you to pursue a career in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine? Dr. Patricia Mikes: When beginning my pulmonary career at Yale, I intended to become a teacher and researcher. Although successful, I wanted more excitement than the lab could provide. I’ve…
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