Dr Krochmal Oak Brook, Illinois

Name: Daniel Krochmal, MD, FACS
Last name: Krochmal
Began aesthetic medicine in: 2015
Years experience: 8
Primary Specialty: Plastic Surgeon
Website: https://www.krochmalplasticsurgery.com
Business: The Krochmal Center for Plastic Surgery
Address: 1600 16th St.
Phone: (847) 558-7030
International phone number: +18475587030
City: Oak Brook
State: Illinois
Zip Code: 60523
Country: US
Statement: Dr. Daniel Krochmal is a double board-certified plastic surgeon and the founder of The Krochmal Center for Plastic Surgery, serving patients in the Greater Chicago Area. Known for his attention to detail, concierge-level service, and commitment to patient safety, Dr. Krochmal specializes in breast augmentation, tummy tucks, liposuction, and complete mommy makeovers.

He also has expertise in both surgical and nonsurgical facial rejuvenation procedures, from facelifts, rhinoplasty, and eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) to Silhouette InstaLift thread lifts, dermal fillers, and Botox. He also offers popular nonsurgical fat reduction procedures such as CoolSculpting and Vanquish.

In addition to benefiting from Dr. Krochmal’s experience and skill, patients love Dr. Krochmal’s quirky sense of humor and commitment to patients’ overall care. “I prioritize offering customized, caring, concierge-level service to all of my patients,” says Dr. Krochmal. “I’m also intensely active in patient safety conversations and committees. Their well being through this process is my top priority.”

A Michigan native, Dr. Krochmal received his medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School in Ann Arbor. He went on to complete a General Surgery residency at the Mayo Clinic in Arizona and a Plastic Surgery residency at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, before training at the prestigious Hunstad Kortesis Center in Charlotte, where he learned advanced body contouring, breast, and facial aesthetic procedures.

Today, Dr. Krochmal continues to be an active researcher in the field of plastic surgery, and is engaged in projects involving DVT (deep vein thrombosis) blood clot reduction following abdominoplasty, safety in buttocks fat grafting procedures, and outcomes for large volume liposuction for lipedema.

A passionate advocate for patient safety and healthcare access, he sits on the Legislative Advocacy Committee for the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) as well as the Patient Safety Committees for ASPS and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS). Dr. Krochmal is also an active Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS).
Consulting Fees: 200$
Consultation note: The consultation fee is to reserve your appointment with Dr. Krochmal, and will be applied toward your surgery.
Has Sponsored Offer : No

Clinical Privileges: 
  • Treatments done on site
Education: 
  • Undergraduate: Washington University, St. Louis
  • Medical: MD, University of Michigan
Postdoc Training: 
  • Internship: Surgery, University of Michigan
  • Residencies:
  • General Surgery, Mayo Clinic Arizona
  • Plastic Surgery, North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  • Fellowship: Aesthetic Surgery, Hunstad Kortesis Center

GPS coordinates on map: 41.8550035,-87.9592122

Primary location: 
Location name: Chicago
State: IL
Country: US
Map point: 41.8795,-87.6242981

Daniel Krochmal, MD, FACS

Treatments: 
  • Abdominal Etching
  • Areola Reduction Surgery
  • Arm Lift
  • Back Lift
  • Body Lift
  • Brazilian Butt Lift
  • Brazilian Butt Lift Revision
  • Breast Augmentation
  • Breast Fat Transfer
  • Breast Implant Removal
  • Breast Implant Revision
  • Breast Implants
  • Breast Lift
  • Breast Lift with Implants
  • Breast Reduction
  • Brow Lift
  • Butt Implant Removal
  • Butt Implants
  • Chin Implant
  • Diastasis Recti Repair
  • Drainless Tummy Tuck
  • Eyelid Surgery
  • Facelift
  • Facelift Revision
  • Facial Fat Transfer
  • Feminizing Top Surgery
  • Forehead Reduction
  • GalaFLEX
  • Gynecomastia Surgery
  • Ideal Implant
  • Inverted Nipple Surgery
  • Labia Puffing
  • Labiaplasty
  • Lip Lift
  • Lip Surgery
  • Liposculpture
  • Liposuction
  • Liposuction Revision
  • Lower Facelift
  • MACS Facelift
  • Male Tummy Tuck
  • Masculinizing Top Surgery
  • Mentor Breast Implants
  • Mini Facelift
  • Mini Tummy Tuck
  • Mommy Makeover
  • Monsplasty
  • Natrelle Breast Implants
  • Neck Lift
  • Panniculectomy
  • Power-Assisted Liposuction (PAL)
  • Rhinoplasty
  • Sculptra
  • Sientra Breast Implants
  • SMAS Facelift
  • Subcision
  • Teeth Whitening
  • Thigh Lift
  • Tumescent Liposuction
  • Tummy Tuck
  • Tummy Tuck Revision

RealSelf Info

Rating: 4.9
Profile views: 18740
Answer count: 1505
Review count: 40
1 star count: 1
5 star count: 19
Total star count: 20
Star rating: 4.0402104399716
Lead count last three months: 2
Anonymous votes: 0
Offer count: 0
Profile created: Dec 11, 2015
Profile modified: May 3, 2021
Profile promotion: No
Profile inactive: No
Premier status: Profile Plus
Tier: Free-Claimed
RealCare Promise: No
Directory link: Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
RealSelf’s PRO: Yes
Doctor Designation Start Time: Jun 14, 2019
Doctor Designation End Time: Jan 1, 2033

Locations

  • Chicago, IL, US. GPS coordinates: 41.8795,-87.6242981

Latest ratings of treatments

  • Breast Augmentation (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Breast Augmentation (Mar 2016) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Tummy Tuck (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Body Lift (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Tummy Tuck (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Liposuction (Apr 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Reduction (Dec 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 4/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Mommy Makeover (Nov 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Tummy Tuck (Feb 2019) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Breast Augmentation (May 2019) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Reduction (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Augmentation (Jan 2016) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Tummy Tuck (Apr 2016) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Butt Implants (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Augmentation (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Liposuction (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Arm Lift (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Tummy Tuck (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Augmentation (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Reduction (Jul 2017) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Arm Lift (Sep 2016) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Thigh Lift (Apr 2016) – Overall rating: 1/5
  • Breast Reduction (Dec 2015) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Breast Augmentation (May 2016) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Back Lift (Jun 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Mommy Makeover (Aug 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Mommy Makeover (Aug 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Mommy Makeover (Aug 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Mommy Makeover (Aug 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Back Lift (Jun 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5

Latest Prices

Breast Augmentation Prices

  • $6700 – Mar 3, 2016 – Northbrook, IL
  • $14000 – May 7, 2019
  • $6200 – Jan 12, 2016 – Northbrook, IL
  • $14000 – May 7, 2019
  • $14000 – May 7, 2019
  • $7000 – Aug 11, 2016 – Northbrook, IL
  • $6000 – Dec 15, 2015 – Northbrook, IL
  • $6000 – Dec 15, 2015 – Northbrook, IL
  • $6000 – Dec 15, 2015 – Northbrook, IL
  • $6700 – Mar 3, 2016 – Northbrook, IL
  • $6700 – Mar 3, 2016 – Northbrook, IL
  • $6700 – Mar 3, 2016 – Northbrook, IL
  • $6200 – Jan 12, 2016 – Northbrook, IL
  • $6200 – Jan 12, 2016 – Northbrook, IL
  • $6200 – Jan 12, 2016 – Northbrook, IL

Tummy Tuck Prices

  • $12000 – Apr 14, 2016 – Northbrook, IL
  • $12000 – Apr 14, 2016 – Northbrook, IL
  • $12000 – Apr 14, 2016 – Northbrook, IL
  • $12000 – Apr 14, 2016 – Northbrook, IL
  • $8000 – May 2016 – Northbrook, IL
  • $8000 – May 2016 – Northbrook, IL
  • $8000 – May 2016 – Northbrook, IL

Liposuction Prices

  • $5000 – Dec 31, 2015 – Northbrook, IL
  • $5000 – Dec 31, 2015 – Northbrook, IL
  • $5000 – Dec 31, 2015 – Northbrook, IL

Mommy Makeover Prices

  • $24000 – Nov 21, 2018
  • $24000 – Nov 21, 2018
  • $24000 – Nov 21, 2018
  • $24000 – Nov 21, 2018

Thigh Lift Prices

  • $17000 – Apr 13, 2016 – Northbrook, IL
  • $17000 – Apr 13, 2016 – Northbrook, IL
  • $17000 – Apr 13, 2016 – Northbrook, IL
  • $17000 – Apr 13, 2016 – Northbrook, IL

Breast Implant Revision Prices

  • $7000 – Dec 28, 2016 – Northbrook, IL
  • $7000 – Dec 28, 2016 – Northbrook, IL
  • $7000 – Dec 28, 2016 – Northbrook, IL
  • $7000 – Dec 28, 2016 – Northbrook, IL
  • $4745 – Jan 14, 2016 – Northbrook, IL
  • $6700 – Dec 28, 2016 – Northbrook, IL
  • $6700 – Dec 28, 2016 – Northbrook, IL
  • $7000 – Aug 11, 2016 – Northbrook, IL
  • $7000 – Aug 11, 2016 – Northbrook, IL
  • $4745 – Jan 14, 2016 – Northbrook, IL

MTF Breast Augmentation Prices

  • $6130 – Sep 15, 2016 – Northbrook, IL
  • $6130 – Sep 15, 2016 – Northbrook, IL

Brazilian Butt Lift Prices

  • $8000 – Dec 29, 2016 – Northbrook, IL
  • $8000 – Dec 29, 2016 – Northbrook, IL

Breast Implant Removal Prices

  • $4745 – Jan 14, 2016 – Northbrook, IL
  • $4745 – Jan 14, 2016 – Northbrook, IL

Doctor’s answers

Question
Answer Header & Date
Answer Snippet
Can liposuction and tummy tuck be done at the same time?
Tummy Tuck with Lipo
Aug 5, 2019
Yes. However, some patients don’t need it.  Best to talk with a local/regional plastic surgeon that performs liposuction with abdominoplasty (and performs fat grafting so you aren’t “throwing fat away”) to discuss your options.Best,Dr. Dan KrochmalMAE Plastic SurgeryChicago, IL
Considering abdominoplasty and radiation treatment for prostate cancer?
Radiation and Abdominoplasty
Aug 5, 2019
Thank you for your question.  And congratulations on the weight loss!  I’m sorry to hear about the prostate cancer, however.Although you desire an abdominoplasty, the more important thing is the treatment for your prostate cancer.  I would discuss the possibility with your urologist, oncologist, and radiation oncologist and see what they say.  They will discuss how an abdominoplasty will alter their treatment plan (or not), and this will be helpful information for the plastic surgery.Bes…
Am I a candidate for a tummy tuck after getting my tubes tied?
Tummy Tuck After Tubes Tied
Mar 14, 2019
Thank you for your question.  Yes, you very likely can have an abdominoplasty after you had your tubal ligation.  It is very common to do an abdominoplasty after a person has abdominal/gynecological procedures.  I recommend you consult with several local/regional board certified plastic surgeons to discuss your options.Best,Dr. Dan KrochmalMAE Plastic SurgeryChicago, IL
How to Convince Insurance Company to Cover Tummy Tuck?
Insurance
Feb 26, 2019
Thank you for your question.  An insurance company may cover the removal of excess skin below your belly button (called a “panniculectomy”) if you have documented chronic infections, or a history of massive weight loss if that’s part of your benefts.  They typically don’t cover a full “abdominoplasty” (repairing the muscles with repositioning the belly button).  I would contact your insurance company to discuss your benefits.Best,Dr. Dan KrochmalMAE Plastic SurgeryNorthbrook, IL
Tummy Tuck Vs Laser Skin Tightening for Minimal Loose Skin After Pregnancy
Tummy Tuck vs. Laser
Feb 26, 2019
Thank you for your question.  Plastic surgeons seem to have been moving away from laser energy for skin tightening over the past few years, and more towards radiofrequency-based energy devices for skin tightening.  I strongly prefer the BodyTite system.  Of course, some patients have too much skin for any non-surgical device to treat, and surgery for skin removal is optimal at that point.Best,Dr. Dan KrochmalMAE Plastic SurgeryChicago, IL
How Much Weight Can I Lose from Tummy Tuck Surgery?
Weight Loss with Tummy Tuck
Feb 26, 2019
Thank you for your question.  It really depends on how much tissue is present to begin with, and if you’re combining it with liposuction in other areas.  You could lose only 1 pound, or 20…  I recommend you see several board-certified plastic surgeons in your area to discuss the options that are optimal for you.Best,Dr. Dan KrochmalMAE Plastic SurgeryChicago, IL
Can you have a baby after a tummy tuck?
Baby After Tummy Tuck
Feb 26, 2019
In the tummy tuck vs. pregnancy struggle, babies will win.  While there isn’t a specific known time on when it’s “safe” to have a baby after an abdominoplasty, there probably isn’t a time that it’s “unsafe” to do so (I just wouldn’t engage in “strenuous physical activity” during the first month to allow for optimal healing).  Pregnancy after that shouldn’t affect the baby, but it may stretch out the surgical result and you may opt for a revision.  That’s why many plastic surgeons would …
Can I wear a bikini 1 year after tummy tuck?
Bikinis
Feb 26, 2019
Thank you for your question.  I give my patients permission to wear bikinis 1 month after surgery assuming optimal healing.  At 1 year, many of my patients come back for the “anniversary check” with tan lines!Best,Dr. Dan KrochmalMAE Plastic SurgeryChicago, IL
How Long Should You Wear Your Binder/Garment for After a Tummy Tuck?
Compression Garment
Feb 26, 2019
Thank you for your question.  Doctors have different opinions about the timing and type of compression garment.  The important thing is that you pick your surgeon based on their reputation and results, and follow THEIR instructions (because they have adjusted their instructions to get those good results postoperatively).  Trying to follow another doctor’s instructions when another doctor has done the procedure may lead to some serious consequences.Best,Dr. Dan KrochmalMAE Plastic Surge…
How Long is the Recovery Period for Full Tummy Tuck?
Tummy Tuck Recovery
Feb 26, 2019
Thank you for your question.  Every patient is different based on the scar tissue formation and maturation, and the sensitivity of your nerves.  With time, these sensations typically fade, but it’s impossible to predict.  I would continue to see your surgeon to discuss your symptoms.  They may be able to recommend some maneuvers (such as massage) to help.Best,Dr. Dan KrochmalMAE Plastic SurgeryChicago, IL
What is a tummy tuck recovery like?
Tummy Tuck Recovery
Feb 26, 2019
Thank you for your question.  Every doctor has their own protocols.  I use Exparel during surgery to reduce the postoperative discomfort, keep my patients overnight at our facility with concierge one-on-one nursing, see patients the next day prior to them leaving, see them back the day following that to check on them, and then essentially weekly for tape changes and adjustments to the compression garments.  Most patients resume “normal activities” in 7-10 days, but maintain a lift…
How Much Does a Tummy Tuck Cost?
Tummy Tuck Cost
Feb 26, 2019
Thank you for your question.  Costs can vary greatly, based on the professional fees, type of anesthesia, facility, location, and ancillary procedures that are done to improve your result.  In our practice, an outpatient skin-only abdominoplasty would be a much different price than my usual tummy tuck (which involves liposuction of the back, fat grafting to the buttocks, liposuction to the abdomen with etching to improve the contour, a full muscle repair, and removal of excess skin, alon…
Arm Lipo: would I get a good result if I don’t have loose skin after weight loss?
Arm Contouring
Dec 13, 2018
Thank you for your question.  It’s not really possible say for sure based on picture.  I recommend consulting with a board certified plastic surgeon you can discuss options ranging from simple liposuction to radiofrequency-assisted liposuction for extra skin tightening (we like the BodyTite platform).Best,Dr. Dan KrochmalMAE Plastic SurgeryChicago, IL
Is it possible to have a *gradual* BBL?
Gradual BBL
Dec 13, 2018
Thank you for your question.  Yes, a staged BBL can absolutely be done, and it can be done under local anesthesia (in the right patients).  I recommend consulting with several board certified plastic surgeons with experience doing awake BBL.Cheers,Dr. Dan KrochmalMAE Plastic SurgeryChicago, IL
Do tummy tucks cause permanent vaginal dryness?
Vaginal Dryness
Dec 13, 2018
That’s a new one for me, and I do a lot of tummy tucks.  Not sure who is spreading this “rumor” around, but I would ask them for more details (and their credentials).Best,Dr. Dan KrochmalMAE Plastic SurgeryChicago, IL

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