Karol A. Gutowski, MD, FACS is a Plastic, Reconstructive, and Cosmetic Surgeon - General practicing in Chicago, IL
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I had a consultation for breast augmentation and liposuction with a few surgeons. I could tell that Dr G and his staff were the most caring and experienced after just a few minutes in the office. They did not pressure me into having anything done. Dr G explained my options and Wendy worked with me to make the cost affordabl…
| Institution | Focus | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Residency - University of Texas Southwestern Medical School | Plastic Surgery; Vet Affairs Med Ctr, General Surg | 2001 |
| Role | Organization | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Member | American Medical Association Professional Member | 1990 - 2010 |
| Professional Member | American Society of Plastic Surgeons Professional Member | 1997 - Present |
| Professional Member | American College of Surgeons Professional Member | 1995 - Present |
| Professional Member | Association of Academic Chairmen of Plastic Surgery Professional Member | 2001 - Present |
| Professional Member | Plastic Surgery Research Council Professional Member | 2001 - 2006 |
| Professional Member | Midwestern Association of Plastic Surgeons Professional Member | 2001 - 2004 |
| Professional Member | American Society of Maxillofacial Surgeons Professional Member | 2007 - Present |
| Professional Member | American Association of Plastic Surgeons Professional Member | 2008 - Present |
| Professional Member | Illinois Society of Plastic Surgeons Professional Member | 2014 - Present |
| Professional Member | American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Professional Member | 2010 - Present |
| Distinction | Institution | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Resident Teacher of the Year Award | University of Minnesota | 1995 |
| Excellence in Teaching Award | University of Texas Southwestern | 1999 |
| First Place Presentation | Midwest Association of Plastic Surgeons | 2005 |
| America’s Top Plastic Surgeons | Consumer’s Research Council of America | 2005 |
| America’s Top Doctors | Castle Connolly | 2008 |
| Top Doctors | US News & World Report | 2011 |
| Golden Apple Teaching Award | University of Chicago | 2011 |
| Best Reconstructive Paper | Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Journal | 2012 |
Plastic Surgery
Years In Practice: 25 (started in 1999)
Accepts New Patients: Yes
Medical Philosophy: Traditional Medicine
More info: We take cash, checks and credit cards.
Offers Financing/Payment Plans?: No
Bills on a Sliding Scale?: No
“Extremely Pleased with Results!!!”
I had a consultation for breast augmentation and liposuction with a few surgeons. I could tell that Dr G and his staff were the most caring and experienced after just a few minutes in the office. They did not pressure me into having anything done. Dr G explained my options and Wendy worked with me to make the cost affordable.
I'm very happy with my liposuction!
“Great results”
I'm very happy with my liposuction!Original review on DoctorsDig.com
Overall a great experience by the doctor and his staff!
“Great Job & Very Dedicated”
Overall a great experience by the doctor and his staff!Original review on DoctorsDig.com
I came from Indiana to see Dr G after a liposuction and tummy tuck that didn't work out even after revisions by other surgeons. I was embarrassed to be seen in a bathing suit because of the skin irregularities. He was able to fix the problem in his clinic using fat injections(grafts)from my own body. After 3 treatment sessions, I look so much better. It was worth the drive to Chicago.
“Great resource for complex cases”
I came from Indiana to see Dr G after a liposuction and tummy tuck that didn't work out even after revisions by other surgeons. I was embarrassed to be seen in a bathing suit because of the skin irregularities. He was able to fix the problem in his clinic using fat injections(grafts)from my own body. After 3 treatment sessions, I look so much better. It was worth the drive to Chicago.Original review on DoctorsDig.com
I lost over 200 pounds after a stomach bypass and was left with loose skin all over my body. After 2 surgeries, Dr Gutowski made my arms, breast and stomach look normal. I now can exercise without the skin getting in the way. I'm going back to him to get my thighs fixed next.
“I love my new body”
I lost over 200 pounds after a stomach bypass and was left with loose skin all over my body. After 2 surgeries, Dr Gutowski made my arms, breast and stomach look normal. I now can exercise without the skin getting in the way. I'm going back to him to get my thighs fixed next.Original review on DoctorsDig.com
My first operation 3 years ago was breast implants and I loved them from day one. My second was a tummy tuck with liposuction. After 3 weeks I was so pleased with my new shape. Dr G is the guy to go to!
“Very pleased with both operations”
My first operation 3 years ago was breast implants and I loved them from day one. My second was a tummy tuck with liposuction. After 3 weeks I was so pleased with my new shape. Dr G is the guy to go to!Original review on DoctorsDig.com
This surgeon made me very comfortable about my choice of procedures and his staff was fantastic about making sure everything went smooth. I would recommend very highly.
“Very Highly Recommend”
This surgeon made me very comfortable about my choice of procedures and his staff was fantastic about making sure everything went smooth. I would recommend very highly.
Original review on DoctorsDig.com
I've been a runner all my life but just couldn't get rid of the love handles around my stomach. After Dr. G's Power Liposuction (I think that's what the machine is called), I dropped 4 inched in my pant size and was back to running in 9 days. Not too much pain but a week of bruising and I had to wear a "girdle" for 2 weeks.
“Love the Power Liposuction!”
I've been a runner all my life but just couldn't get rid of the love handles around my stomach. After Dr. G's Power Liposuction (I think that's what the machine is called), I dropped 4 inched in my pant size and was back to running in 9 days. Not too much pain but a week of bruising and I had to wear a "girdle" for 2 weeks.Original review on DoctorsDig.com
I had 2 procedures 8 months apart by Dr Gutowski. Now I look 10 years younger. My friends at work said that my eyes look less tired and my forehead less angry. The surgery was worth it. After dropping over 30 pounds and getting a loose tummy, I went back for a tummy-tuck with liposuction and now look great in my summer outfits. The office staff really did a wonder job getting me through it all.
“Very natural result”
I had 2 procedures 8 months apart by Dr Gutowski. Now I look 10 years younger. My friends at work said that my eyes look less tired and my forehead less angry. The surgery was worth it. After dropping over 30 pounds and getting a loose tummy, I went back for a tummy-tuck with liposuction and now look great in my summer outfits. The office staff really did a wonder job getting me through it all. Original review on DoctorsDig.com
Comment - “ Extremely Pleased with Results!!! ”
I had a consultation for breast augmentation and liposuction with a few surgeons. I could tell that Dr G and his staff were the most caring and experienced after just a few minutes in the office. They did not pressure me into having anything done. Dr G explained my options and Wendy worked with me to make the cost affordable.