About the Surgeon

When patients meet board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Michael A. Epstein they instantly feel comfortable and at ease. His warmth, attention to detail, dedication to his craft and complete focus on the patient's needs are evident from the very first encounter. He's passionate about his work, and it shows! A recipient of Castle Connolly's "Top Doctor" award for excellence in plastic surgery, Dr. Epstein has received critical acclaim for his exceptional results and advanced surgical techniques. An active member of the prestigious American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, Dr. Epstein has been a featured guest on numerous television programs and quoted in dozens of newspapers and magazines nationwide. A trusted resource who is highly respected by both the media and his peers, Dr. Epstein's training, education and surgical skills have made him one of Chicagoland's leading plastic surgeons. In private practice since 1992, Dr. Epstein's surgeries are performed in the convenience of his fully accredited surgical center, Northbrook Plastic Surgery, located within his Northbrook office complex. Complete with state-of-the-art equipment and a team of board certified anesthesiologists, patients receive the highest standard of care, ensuring that the experience is as safe and comfortable as possible. Northbrook Plastic Surgery is accredited by The American Association for Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgical Facilities (AAAASF). AAAASF stands alone as the program setting the "Gold Standard" for quality patient care and safety in an accredited facility. The AAAASF serves both the medical community and the public interest by establishing a means for measuring medical competence and providing an external source for evaluating patient safety in the ambulatory surgery setting. Dr. Epstein is proud to have his facility accredited by such a prestigious organization. Dr. Epstein's practice also features the newly expanded Transcend MedSpa where patients receive medically directed skincare and other therapies in a serene and relaxing environment. Located within his office suites, Transcend offers the latest innovations in non-surgical skin rejuvenation including chemical peels, laser treatments, and various youth-enhancing injectibles. Most recently, Dr. Epstein launched his own line of skincare products for patients to use at home to further enhance the treatments they've received at Transcend. With medical grade concentrations of the ingredients necessary to repair, restore, and slow down the aging process, his patients love the results! In 2010, Dr. Epstein expanded his practice once again with the opening of NorthShore Hair Restoration, which is located within his Northbrook office suites. Offering the nation's most advanced innovations in hair replacement; Dr. Epstein treats both men and women. Dr. Epstein and his staff look forward to welcoming you!