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Help Us In Welcoming Sarah Post to CCSD

Sarah was raised in the southwest Chicago suburbs and has recently moved to Vernon Hills. She received her Esthetics License from Hair Professionals in Palos Hills, IL and has been a Licensed Esthetician since 2010. Sarah received her Microblading Certification from Esthetic World Beauty in Norridge, IL. Prior to that, she worked as a Teacher Assistant at a Special Education school. Since finding her passion in the art of lashes and brows, she believes in "customizing lashes and brows to a person's face and personality, rather than a one size fits all approach". Her greatest achievement and favorite part of what she does is being able to see how happy a patient is after she's transformed their brows! Sarah is already seeing patients on for Microblading, Ombre & Combo Brows, Lash Lifts & Tints, Eyebrow lamination and more! Visit our website for all of the available services, and call/text us at 312-245-9965 to schedule your consultation with Sarah today!

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Going back to school? You can still see your CCSD Provider! (Virtually)

We know coming back and forth from school is already a burden but that doesn’t mean you have to give up your care with us! Our Board-Certified Dermatologist and Certified Physician Assistants are happy to see you virtually for any dermatologic concern you may have. You can call or text us at 312-245-9965 to book your Telehealth appointment or you can book online (Saturday appointments are not available for Telehealth appointments). Due to state regulations, all new and current patients must be a permanent resident of Illinois in order to book a telehealth appointment. However, if you're an established patient who is away for college, you are still able to book a telehealth appointment as long as Illinois is the state where you permanently reside. We love providing our patients with the ease and convenience of online scheduling. As a friendly reminder, please be mindful of our booking policy clearly defined on the booking page - your appointment is not confirmed until you hear from the office via text or phone call. If we try to connect with you, and you fail to respond or call back, your appointment will be cancelled. If you are an established patient, please be sure to give accurate information on the booking page, or you run the risk of duplicating your record which does cause confusion. Thank you in advance for your cooperation and understanding.

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Saturday Appointments Are Back!

We are excited to announce that our popular Saturday appointments are back, and will now be available for October 9th, November 20th, and December 11th, 2021. Our Saturday clinic hours will be 9am - 1pm, with the last appointment being at 12:30pm. These popular appointments are limited and will be in high demand! Therefore, we will be collecting payments in advance when scheduling your appointment over the phone, which will ensure your time and ours is productive. If you would like to make an appointment for any of the dates listed above, please call our office at 312-245-9965 option 2, and our Patient Entry Staff will be happy to assist you!

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Get to know… Angela “Angie” Nesci, LE

  Angela “Angie” Nesci, LE,  joined CCSD as an experienced Licensed Esthetician and is also the coordinator of our esthetic department. Angie has worked in the specialty field of Dermatology since 2007, after certifying as a Medical Assistant in 2006. With a passion for skin health, and a desire to do more to help people look and feel their best, she graduated from The Aveda Institute as a Licensed Esthetician in 2011. Prior to joining CCSD, Angie practiced expert medical esthetics under the umbrella of Northwestern Medicine for over 10 years! Let's get to know Angela "Angie" Nesci, LE more! Question: Besides having a passion for skin/skincare what are other things that interest you? Angie: I love working out/lifting weights first thing in the morning; it helps me clear my mind and set intentions for my day.  Q: Who or what inspired you to get into skincare? A: I've never had clear skin, I had acne as an adolescent (and still as an adult) but being educated on proper skincare and ways to improve my skin health was a confidence booster in my life. I wanted to be able to give that to other people.  Q: What's your golden skincare rule that you tell your patients to always follow? A: Less is more, using more products does not equal better skin. Consistency is key.  Q: What's the worst skincare trend you've seen/heard of and what's an alternative to the trend? A: DIY skincare masks and creams! Natural/household ingredients are great but blending them yourself can cause more harm than good. Patients should see an esthetician or dermatologist for a consultation to discuss products that are suitable for their skincare needs and skin type.  Q: If you weren't a Licensed Esthetician what career do you see yourself having? A: There is always a part in an EPIC movie scene where the background music kicks in..... I want to be the person who puts the music there.   Call/text our office at 312-245-9965 or book online for your next Esthetic treatment today!

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August is Hair Loss Awareness Month

Suffering with excessive shedding, thinning or loss of hair can be a silent struggle for both male and female patients. Hair loss has many causes including (but not limited to) heredity, hormonal changes, medical conditions or medications associated with them, a stressful life event and certain styling techniques. Diagnosis is often incredibly patient specific, which is why it is important you seek the guidance of a hair loss expert. Dr. Omer Ibrahim’s interest in the condition of alopecia and hair loss began with working alongside Dr. Wilma Fowler Bergfeld at the Cleveland Clinic, who is one of the nation’s top experts on hair loss. As the hair growth guru of Chicago, Dr. Ibrahim makes time for his hair loss patient’s during clinic hours recommending many successful results-driven patient care plans. What hair loss treatment options are available? One of  the most popular treatments for hair loss at CCSD is Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) injections. PRP is blood plasma that contains essential proteins to stimulate natural hair growth. This therapy involves drawing a patient’s own blood, spinning it so that only enriched cells (platelet-rich plasma) remain, and re-injecting it into the scalp. New hair growth can be seen as early as 2 months following treatment. Hair growth will continue to improve up to a year thereafter. Take a look at Dr. Ibrahim’s amazing results HERE. Call 312-245-9965 option 2 or book online, to schedule your hair loss appointment today!

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Get Wedding Ready!

Congratulations on the most exciting moment of your life (Up until your actual wedding day of course)! To make it easier for you, CCSD has made a 12-month wedding checklist to get your skin ready for your big day. Don’t forget to bring your mother, mother-in-law, and bridal party (the guys too!) with you as well! They all want to shine for the wedding as well, and CCSD is your one-stop shop for the whole wedding party’s skincare needs.  Check out our wedding page for our easy to read checklist and book online or call/text us at 312-245-9965 to schedule your consultation. The countdown is on!

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CCSD Mask Reminder

At Chicago Cosmetic Surgery and Dermatology, the health & safety of our patients, providers and staff have always been our top priority. We continue to follow the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) guidance for healthcare settings and continue to implement procedures to adhere to these guidelines. As you may know, the CDC recently released new masking recommendations that fully vaccinated individuals no longer need to wear a mask or physically distance. However, as explicitly stated by the CDC, these new recommendations do NOT include healthcare settings, like CCSD. While we can't wait to see your smiling faces when visiting our practice, because we are a healthcare setting, CCSD will continue to require: ALL patients, providers and staff must continue to wear face masks, regardless of their vaccination status. We will continue to follow the full infection control procedures required by the CDC for healthcare settings. This includes masks, social distancing, enhanced infection prevention, monitoring and screening staff & patients (health survey and temp checks), and sanitizing clinic rooms and common areas. [embed]https://youtu.be/kQbU619WmVA[/embed] If this requirement changes, we will notify our patients ASAP! Thank you for your understanding and continued trust in us as your dermatologic healthcare provider. Sincerely, Chicago Cosmetic Surgery and Dermatology

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QWO – a NEW injectable treatment for Cellulite!

QWO - a NEW injectable treatment for Cellulite! QWO is the first and only FDA-approved injectable for cellulite. It’s a non-surgical treatment clinically proven to reduce moderate to severe cellulite on the buttocks of women and the injection takes as little as 10 minutes! Women who received 3 treatments (21 days apart) saw visible results in as little as 10 weeks (results may vary). Cellulite is not fat or caused by poor diet and exercise. Cellulite is a natural part of women’s biology and it is not your fault. To discover more about Qwo and view in-depth before and afters, check out Dr. Carolyn Jacob’s presentation on our YouTube channel or right here! (don't forget to subscribe too!) [embed]https://youtu.be/XtiCfHMCMuk[/embed] This month, when you schedule a Qwo consultation and treatment, you’ll also receive a FREE makeup goodie bag worth $150! Book online or call/text our office to schedule your Qwo consultation today, 312-245-9965 option 2!

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June is Acne Awareness Month

June is Acne Awareness Month As a medical Dermatology office, our providers and staff are committed to helping our patients treat the most common skin condition, acne. It can affect people of any age, gender or skin color. Unfortunately, there is no ‘one-size-fits-all’ treatment for acne, but your CCSD Board-Certified Dermatologist or Certified Physician Assistant can help guide you through all the options available. If you’ve been putting off clearing your acne, then our June monthly specials are for you! This month, our Licensed Estheticians will be offering a DiamondGlow Microdermabrasion + professional treatment mask for only $195 (you save $25)! The DiamondGlow and masks can be customized for your specific skin needs for added  exfoliation, brightening, pore detoxifying or hydration. After your treatment, you will receive a complimentary travel size Revision Skincare C+ Correcting Complex 30% (0.5 fl oz., a $95 value) that further brightens and evens out the appearance of your skin tone. Whether you have oily, combination or dry skin, this treatment will get you prepped for a Chicago summer! Be sure to book online, call or text our office to schedule your appointment today at (312) 245-9965! [embed]https://youtu.be/HCsLFdhGpzw[/embed]

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Client Reviews

Love love Dr. Ibrahim. He helped me to find a combination that helps with my acne scars due to cystic acne in my teenage year. Just like anything in medicine, good things take time with a good skin care and medical grade products. I continue to see him for Botox concurrently with the acne scar regimen, so l can get a snatch jawline again. He is funny and a knowledgeable. The best compliment I had was when my patient see me every 3 months saw my skin recently and complimented on it. I have found myself not wearing makeup and only using tinted SPF.

— Huong Iodice

Dr. Grushchak is my favorite derm I've been to so far. She is very professional and has great bedside manner. Same thing goes for all the staff. I always see great results after leaving the office. The office itself is very clean and enjoyable to visit. Would definitely recommend.

— Krystyna Marynevytch

This is nicest place I have ever seen looks like a luxury spa. Everyone is nice and friendly. Looks amazing and they help me with my Personal skin issues. Whitney was awesome to work with . Great team work *** Appreciate everyone love this place

— Daniel Nino

Thank you to the friendly staff at CCSD for always making my visits pleasant and efficient! An even bigger thank you to Dr. Jacob for the phenomenal job she did all but erasing a scar on my face from skin cancer, and the amazing job she always does defying Mother Nature keeping my face looking young and alert!

— Christopher

Dr. Ibrahim is AMAZING. He has such a wonderful “bed side manner” and his experience is multifaceted. I go to him for both regular skin concerns and cosmetic reasons and he has been able to help with every issue I have! He is by far the best dermatologist I have been to and I recommend him 100%!

— Maddy

Loved results..and my daughter had microdermabrasion and beautiful results..they r so professional and very organized..appointment times right on schedule..no waiting. I would say this is the best place in Chicago..for any needs of the face. They are the experts..

— Rosalina

I am BEYOND obsessed with this place! From the front door staff, to the medical assistants to wonder women herself (Dr. Jacob) and her amazing counter parts- hands down the most magical experience EVER! Not to mention if you’re going here for cosmetic reasons, Dr. Ibrahim is an absolute MAGICIAN/WIZARD with injectables! My lips are the best on Instagram! I 100000% recommend this place over and over and over again!

— Kelly

I have lines above the bridge of my nose, wanted a more relaxed, rested look. I had a dysport appointment, it was ontime, my nurse asked if I had any concerns.I was a little nervous… Then Dr. Jacob came in, made sure I was comfortable. She asked if I wanted more of an arch in my eyebrow. She said it would really opened my eye area… 4 days later… Full effect…AWESOME results!! Very…

— Gracie

I’ve been seeing Dr. Ibrahim Omer for a few months now for some derm issues (perioral dermatitis, eczema). He instantly identifies the problem and prescribes appropriately. He is also great with taking the time to explain what’s happening, and how to manage the medications and creams once I get home. I’ve never done botox or fillers, but am planning to return for a little boost once my skin heals. The front desk is attentive, and appointments run on time. I’ve never waited more than a few minutes.

— Lindsay

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