This is something I always wanted to do but never thought I could, financially and mentally. But when an opportunity came up, I took it and it was the best decision I made. I'm so happy with my experience and results, from start to finish. The staff at The MAE Plastic Surgery was the best. They made me feel comfortable and they were so nice and professional. Dr. Epstein was incredible nice and he did a fantastic job. I really don't have any complaints!
I went in to MAE plastic surgery to do a bbl and TT and lipo with Dr.Krochmal. The whole staff is very nice and understanding to your concerns, Every question I had Dr.Krochmal and Michelle (the patient coordinator) made sure I fully understood. I got my tt and bbl & lipo it's been almost 2 weeks and I'm loving my results as days pass by I start seeing my beautiful curvy shape that I asked for. I took him a few pictures of what I expected and he was very honest with me, I liked this about him because he wasn't some type of salesman promising something that can't be accomplished, his priority is SAFETY FIRST and he said I would love my results with the shape I wanted. And he was right! I do love my results. The first 2-3 days were horrible but it's worth it. The only downside was Warren Barr the overnight facility I was taken too after my surgery because the procedure room at Dr.Krochmal's was taken for the night By another patient Warren Barr really made me feel I was on my own, i must of pressed the help button more than 20 times before someone came to help me, when I asked why they took so long the overnight nurse said she was busy with other patients, I had to ring the bell more than 5 times and yell out for help to the people that walked by the hall to get their attention. But this has nothing to do with Dr.Krochmal's work. If your looking for a great surgeon that will be honest with you, Dr.Krochman is the one to call! I didn't expect to look this good, I didn't think it was possible. He made it possible ! Thanks Dr.Krochmal Updated on 24 Jan 2017: Results keep getting better! Love my shape! Updated on 31 Jan 2017:
I have been a patient of MAE Plastic Surgery for 20 years. I have had several procedures with Dr. Epstein, after a 100 pound weight loss. He has always been an incredible, humble doctor. I recently went back and saw his new partner, Dr. Dan Krochmal. I was initially hesitant because I knew Dr. Epstein's work, however, that quickly changed and now I am a fan of both! The entire staff is excellent and their surgical nurse, Erin, is an energy bunny and super competent!
Silicone implants were found to be ruptured in Oct.,for years I had had so much inertia,in got worse in the last six months.once I found Out they were ruptured, I wanted them out asap, as I felt nausea, and many joint aches,and the overwhelming fatigue.I started seeking out plastic surgeons,thru my insurance plan.I knew insurance would prob.no cover my surgery, due to the fact the i,plants were cosmetically placed origianlly.I was surprised to find that my insurance might cover the removal tho, due to health problems from them.I went to a surgeon in Lake Forest first, only to be told that they would not even try to to bill insurance, cause they never covered these surgeries done cosmetically.Even tho I explained I had already spoke with my insurance, and that they might cover some expense, they said nope, they wouldnt bill them and I would have to pay all up front, but that I could consult with them and they would bill for that.I said no, never mind, I would try elsewhere.i was getting a bit frustrated, because I was getting so sick and achy.My search then luckily brought me to Mae Plastic Surgery of Northbrook.From the moment I stepped thru the office, I was treated with care,dignity, and welcome by the entire staff.Receoption was efficient, friendly and accomadating with scheduling.Jill, their coordinator is a real treasure, dealing with my insurance company for me, and just being encouraging and efficient and just a real nice person!Ah...now Dr.Daniel Krochmal.......my consult with this doctor was an experience I have never had with a doctor,patient one ever before!He explained everything in Great detail of the procedures, what I could have done, or not done.He has such an engaging personality,and such hmor, and after talking with him, I went away totally trusting in His abilities to help me, I had complete confidence that he was the one to do my surgery.i opted to have the implants removed and replaced with the new kind the Doctor showed me, and he explained everything of what would take place before,during , and after,The surgery was Jan 14.tHe day of the surgery,I met Erin, the nurse,once again a stellar member of this Mae group, and the anethesiologist.They kept me calm and ready to do the surgery.The surgery went so well.....even thos it must have been difficult to remove all those years worth of leaks and old implants.I had extremely minimal pain, and that was only when I woke up in the surgery room when it was over, more of slight discomfort than a tual pain, they gave me some pain killers and took care of that.I never had any more pain after that, I was amazed.My new implants look so much better than the origianals ever did, more natural than ever!I had told Doctor Dan to be the judge of what he implants to use, he had ordered many sizes to see which would be right, and he got it perfect!This Mae group is very exacting about the care they give you,they leave no stone unturned!I am recovering very nicely, I was able to go back to work after five days, even thos I felt better right away, I didnt push the work thing.I cant believe that now,one week later ,I feel like a fog has been lifted from my body and I feel really connected with life again!Doctor Dan Krochmal is the most amazing doctor, so brilliant and engaging!All i. All this experience with MAE has returned my life back to me.Dr. Krochmal,YOU are the true ROCK STAR!
I'm not really one to go online and post reviews, but this one is well warranted. From the moment I had my last child, I knew that I would one day gather up the courage to undergo a tummy tuck. I had a lot of loose skin from childbirth and my stomach would just poke out as if I was still pregnant. After researching surgeons within the Chicagoland area, I decided to go with Mae Plastic Surgery located in Northbrook, IL. From consultation to surgery day, I was completely floored away. During my consultation, Dr. Epstein addressed all of my concerns and was candid with me regarding expectations, etc. He didn't try to sell me on any additional unnecessary procedures which I really liked. On my procedure day, everything was over almost just as quickly as it began! Before I knew it, I was posted comfortably in a nearby aftercare facility that was absolutely beautiful! The staff there was very caring and treated me like royalty! And yes-Dr. Epstein took time out of his busy schedule to personally come and visit me while in the aftercare facility!