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Lisa J. Peters, M.D.

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As a patient considering plastic surgery, you are certainly filled with excitement, anticipation, and perhaps a few questions. You may be imagining what the possibilities are and researching who is qualified to help you in your endeavor to look and feel your best.

Dr. Peters is a board-certified plastic surgeon who performs a wide range of plastic surgery including cosmetic and reconstructive procedures of the face, breast and body. When you make an appointment for a personal consultation with Dr. Peters, she will be able to provide you with an honest medical opinion, present realistic options, and give you personalized patient information about the procedure you are considering.

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Dr. Peters' Philosophy

I strive to provide caring, compassionate, and top quality care to all patients. As a woman, however, I have a unique perspective to offer female patients as I better understand the concerns, insecurities, and goals women have when considering plastic surgery.

During our first visit, I will begin by listening to what you hope to accomplish with surgery. Once I understand your goals and perform an examination, I will help you understand what can be done with your body to achieve these goals and provide the information you need to make an informed decision.

My goal as your surgeon is to provide the best possible care to help you to look and feel your best. I look forward to meeting with you and exceeding your expectations.


--Lisa J. Peters, MD

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Testi "Hello Dr. Peters!

I just wanted to touch base with you. Yesterday I ran six miles and feel (and of course look) great. I am so pleased with my results. I look totally natural and proportional. I can’t walk by a mirror without noticing the improvement. Having breast augmentation is one of the best decisions I have made and we chose the perfect time to do it. My incision scars are fading very nicely also.

Thank you so much. I absolutely love the new me!"
R.D.


Testi "You had called me as a follow up about a week ago. I was out of town. I want to tell you how much I appreciated your follow up call. I have worked in the medical field for years and have never seen such professionalism and follow up. You far exceeded my expectations. I have never had a follow up weeks after the procedure. I would recommend you to others at any given time. Please as you advance in your career do not forget the simple things. Thanks for all and I will see you at our follow up appointment."
L.O.


Testi "Dear Dr. Peters:

As the year anniversary of my surgery - Breast Reduction, Tummy Tuck and Inner Leg & Back Lipo approaches, I wanted to write and tell you how happy I am with the results. Seeing the before and after photos you sent me reconfirmed how pleased I am. The entire process - from the surgery to post-op visits were all handled with professionalism and care that I really appreciated. You made this dramatic endeavor for me a surmoon table experience! Should any perspective patient request a reference from you, feel free to have them contact me. Thanks to you I look and feel great!"


Testi "Hi Dr. Peters,

I just wanted to send you a note to say thank you for doing such a great job on my mini facelift. This card really says it all. People will forget what you said and people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.

You made me feel like I was doing the right thing. You made me feel like I was being heard. You made me feel confident in my decision to have the procedure done. Thank you for making me feel 15 years younger and looking it too!"
B.C.


Testi "Good day Dr. Peters,

First, I wanted to write to give an extra special huge thank you, thank you!! You are definitely my hero! My tummy and arms are beautiful! I couldn’t have asked for better results than what I have now.

I have never seen my body in the way that I see it now and I am oh so happy. I feel sexy and great! My husband thanks you too. Even though he didn’t care one way or another, he loves the new and improved me along with the sexy belly ring. I feel terrific and would do it again in a heartbeat and look forward to working with you in the future for my thigh lift."
K.C.


Testi "Dear Dr. Peters,

Thank you very much for everything! This procedure has been life-changing for me and I am extremely grateful to you! I realize it must have been difficult to work on a colleague, but I think your professionalism really showed! I am proud to recommend you to anyone interested! Thanks again."
C.M.


Testi "Dr. Peters,

I just wanted to drop you a note of thanks for everything. I’m so pleased with how my breasts look and I’m only 1 week post surgery. I can’t wait to see them in the next few months. You made me feel so comfortable and confident. Thank you again!"
K.M.


Testi "I first saw Dr. Peters at a very scary time in my life. Breast cancer had made a reappearance in the same breast that had been treated 12 years earlier with lumpectomy and radiation. Mastectomy was the only option, and my surgeon insisted that I speak first to a plastic surgeon regarding reconstruction. He recommended Dr. Peters. Dr. Peters spent a great deal of time examining, listening, and then making her recommendations. I immediately felt at ease and left with my questions answered. I opted for placement of a tissue expander at the time of the mastectomy. Throughout the process of saline injections and then permanent silicone implant and opposite breast lift, Dr. Peters could not have been more supportive, competent, or attentive. I am very pleased with my new "shape” and am so grateful that Dr. Peters is my physician."
C.Z.



Qualifications

Lisa J. Peters, MD is a board-certified plastic surgeon who practices a wide range of cosmetic and reconstructive procedures.

Born and raised in the Chicago suburbs, Dr. Peters attended the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign where she received her undergraduate degree with Honors in Biology. She then moved to Nashville, Tennessee to attend Vanderbilt University School of Medicine where she received her M.D. in 1995. Dr. Peters stayed at Vanderbilt where she completed residencies in both General Surgery and Plastic Surgery. She is unique among plastic surgeons in that she is double board certified by both the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Plastic Surgery.

After spending 11 years at Vanderbilt Hospital, Dr. Peters moved back home to the Chicago area to practice plastic surgery. Dr. Peters is on staff at West Suburban, Hinsdale Hospital, St. Joseph, Westlake Hospital, and Good Samaritan. She has been featured in the West Suburban Hospital “Women in Medicine” series.


Education

M.D.: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, Nashville, TN, 1995
B.S., Biology: University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, 1987-1991


Hospital Affiliations

West Suburban Hospital, Oak Park, IL
Westlake Hospital, Melrose Park, IL
Hinsdale Hospital, Hinsdale, IL
Good Samaritan Hospital, Downers Grove, IL
St. Joseph Hospital, Chicago, IL


Residencies

Plastic Surgery: Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN, 2000-2002
General Surgery: Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN, 1995-2000


Memberships

Certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, 2004
Certification by the American Board of Surgery, 2001
Membership in the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, 2006
Associate Fellow, American College of Surgeons
H. William Scott Society Member, 2000
J. B. Lynch Society Member, 2002


Honors & Activities

Residency:
Participant, Candidate Group, American College of Surgeons

Medical School:
Vanderbilt Medical School Admissions Committee, 1992-1993
Travel grant to the Annual Meeting of the American College of Rheumatology, 1992
Microbes & Defense Academic Society, 1992-1995
Recording Secretary, 1992-1993
Steering Committee, 1992-1995
Tutor of anatomy and immunology, 1992-1993; Director of immunology tutoring program
“The Biorhythms” women’s a capella singing group 1991-1995; Director: 1994-1995
Adolescent Substance Abuse Prevention Project, 1992
American Medical Student Association, 1991-1995

Undergraduate:
Graduated Cum Laude with Distinction
Phi Beta Kappa
Senator George Ray Hudson’s Legislative Scholarship
Phi Eta Sigma Freshman Honorary
Mother’s Association Book Award Winner
Dean’s List (6 semesters)

Procedures

Breast Procedures

  • Breast Augmentation
  • Breast Lift
  • Breast Reduction
  • Breast Reconstruction

Body Procedures

  • Tummy Tuck
  • Liposuction
  • Thigh Lift
  • Buttock Lift
  • Arm Lift
  • Body Contouring After Weight Loss

Face Procedures

  • Eyelid Surgery
  • Brow Lift
  • Facelift
  • Mini-Facelift
  • Ear Pinning

Non-Surgical Procedures

  • Restylane
  • Radiesse
  • BOTOX ©
  • Collagen
  • Chemical Peel
  • Laser Skin Resurfacing