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Dr. Elias Gikas, MD

Dr. Elias Gikas, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Elias Gikas, MD is a plastic surgeon in Chicago, IL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF ZIMBABWE / GODFREY HUGGINS SCHOOL OF MEDICINE in 1980. He is affiliated with Swedish Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 26 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (26 reviews)

Practice

5140 N California Ave Ste 735 Chicago, IL 60625

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Gikas is affiliated with Swedish Hospital Chicago, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Gikas specializes in the area of Plastic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Gikas' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gikas

4.5
26 ratings, 13 with a written review
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I just had a rhinoplasty done by Dr. Gikas within 2 weeks from my initial appointment. I don't have enough words to express how thankful, happy, and amazed I am with the result. I realize that I've never been in love with anything else more than I am now with my nose after this surgery. I can't stop starring at the mirror and tell myself how priceless I am. I highly recommend Dr. Gikas services if you want to have everything done on a professional level and timely matter. My nose is a piece of art and he is the one who created it. Cheri is his assistant who will make you feel comfortable during the whole process. I am very grateful and will highly recommend!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Svetlana Varabei – Feb 26, 2020
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Dr. Gikas performed a septo-rhinoplasty surgery on me and I am so happy and content with the results. I can finally breathe and my nose finally looks the way I have always wanted it to. Dr. Gikas literally changed my life and I suggest that if you can then you should definitely go to him!!! I had the easiest surgery experience! My family and I are so happy with the results that my mom and brother are going to get things done with him as well.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Ekaterina – Dec 19, 2019
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I underwent gynecomastia surgery with Dr Gikas. I have dealt with gynecomastia for years, and the level of insecurity that it made me feel daily felt insurmountable. When I came to Dr Gikas, I had never undergone a surgical procedure, and was incredibly nervous. Dr Gikas spent the time to explain to me what operations he was going to perform, making sure that I understood before the surgery. The surgery went perfectly, and the difference was unbelievable. I felt like a completely different person. As I spent the next few months adjusting, I found myself more confident in my own body image. I can not express the gratitude I have toward Dr Gikas for the level of work he put into my surgical procedure. Gynecomastia felt inescapable, and the results from the surgery show otherwise. I would highly recommend Dr Gikas to anybody I know who wishes to undergo a cosmetic procedure.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Nov 25, 2019
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Let me first by saying that coming across Dr. Gikas was a blessing in disguise. I did not come to him initially for work but was introduced to him through another Doctor. You, see my story is a little different from some. In 2018, I found that I would need to have a double Breast mastectomy performed. As you can imagine, it wasn’t the best news and I was terrified and felt defeated. My Primary Womens Doctor, Dr. Drugas, was very patient and understanding, and informed me that I will be ok. And with the reconstruction process, she would introduce me to someone that she believed would be just as efficient as herself. That’s when I met, Dr. Elias Gikas. I had so many concerns and questions about what if’s and how’s but every time I mentioned this man’s name, everyone always replied the same way, “ You are in great hands.” And did he deliver on his name! It was not even the reconstruction part of it that wowed me the most, it was his overall care! I can’t thank them enough!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Tarishea Autman in Plainfield , IL – Oct 21, 2019
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Dr. Gikas is an excellent plastic surgeon and a top doctor when it comes to rhinoplasty. He is not only a doctor but a precise and over the top artist. I had visited tons of doctors int he chicago land area and the minute I went to see Dr. Gikas I knew he was going to be the one to perform my rhinoplasty. I can't tell you how happy and how much more confident I'm with my new nose that he gave me. It looks so natural and nobody can ever tell I had anything done. People will stop me and tell me how great I look and how much they love my nose. Love Him
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 24, 2019
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From consultation to recovery Dr. Gikas was the best hands on surgeon. His bedside manner was compassionate and he made me feel absolutely sure that I was going to be safe and recover with the best results. From the moment surgery was over I recovered fast with no pain from a full tummy tuck, breast augmentation and lipo. He answered all my questions and took his time to hear out all my concerns. I love my results and would continue to see him for all and every surgery in the future. I highly re
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Apr 22, 2019
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Came highly recommended from co-workers and I see why. He takes as much time needed to get the best results. I am recovering from liposuction, less than two weeks ago and even with the swelling the results are great and I'm looking forward to the next 4 weeks when they will improve even more. Looking forward to my next procedure. If you are looking for a great surgeon your search is over.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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CA, IL – Nov 29, 2018
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Dr. Elias does amazing work. I came to him to have a rhinoplasty and septoplasty done. I had broken my nose when I was younger and didn't like the way it looked and I also had trouble breathing through only one nostril. He is very caring and patient. We didn't even review exactly what my nose would look like after surgery, but I trusted him. He briefly explained what would be done. A week after surgery, it's better then I could have ever expected. He's an artist.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Hasan – Aug 31, 2018
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I had an amazing experience with Dr. Gikas. I love this doctor! He is not only an extremely talented surgeon but also an incredible human being. After, researching multiple surgeons online for at least 2 years, I decided on Dr. Gikas after seeing a before and after photo. Dr. Gikas was my first and only consultation. This was one of the best decisions I have ever made in my life. I can't describe how happy I am with the outcome. My nose looks exactly like the image Dr.Gikas showed me.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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ES – Aug 12, 2018
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After many years of being unhappy with my appearance and my big nose I decided to do rhinoplasty. I was lucky to found Dr. Elias Gikas on internet. He walked me through the process very patiently, calmly and professionally. He listens carefully, observes his patient’s face attentively, takes photos and at the end of consultations gives advice and suggests the best solution. His nurse Sherry is very nice, helpful and supportive. My experience is excellent!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Milly in Chicago, IL – Aug 24, 2016
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Dr. Gikas did an amazing job on my nose. I had rhinoplasty done. Before the surgery my nose was crooked and had bumps on it. After the surgery it was straight and smooth.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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William P in Chicago, IL – Jun 21, 2016
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Dr. Gikas performed an otoplasty on me, which is an ear correction surgery to make them be closer to the head rather than stick out. He was very careful when he did the procedure and it turned out great. There was one problem though, a stitch came out which made one ear appear to look less like the other. When he noticed this, he asked if i wanted him to perform a quick correction and did it that day. I think he is a very good doctor and definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a surgeon!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sam in Chicago, IL – Jun 17, 2016
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I hate how my nose looks now. This doctor did not do what we discussed and the end result does not look good at all. I would never recommend this doctor to anyone!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
5 others found this helpful
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Jun 07, 2016
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About Me

biography

Elias Gikas is a Plastic Surgeon / Reconstructive Surgeon - General practicing in Chicago, IL

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Sheheri

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION American Society of Plastic Surgeons American Society for...
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  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

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  • Plastic Surgery - Mount Zion Hospital

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of Illinois College Of Medicine

    Medical School
  • University Of Illinois Chicago

    Fellowship Hospital, 1991
  • Mount Zion Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1983
  • University Of Zimbabwe / Godfrey Huggins School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1980
  • University Of California At Berkeley

    Undergraduate School, 1972
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
Plastic Surgery
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  • Greek

Locations

Practice

Advanced Plastic Surgery Associates Inc.5140 N California Ave Ste 735 Chicago, IL 60625
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Swedish Hospital

    5145 N California Ave
    Chicago, IL 60625
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

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