In the few short years that we’ve begun work in research we have focused on cosmetic procedures including injectables and device trials for the treatment of a range of conditions including cellulite, treatment of active facial lines, and enhancement of the abdominal muscles in postpartum women.

Our studies include those that were investigator initiated, sponsor initiated and FDA monitored.

Dr. Carolyn Jacob

Medical Director and Co-director of Research and Board-Certified Dermatologist
Dr. Jacob has over 20 years of research experience. She has performed clinical studies on excessive sweat reduction with miraDry technology, cellulite reduction treatments, and body shaping with High Frequency Electromagnetic Energy (HIFEM) Emsculpt treatments. Click here to read her research publications, journal articles plus national and international presentations.

Dr. Omer Ibrahim

Co-director of Research and Board-Certified Dermatologist
Dr. Ibrahim is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, and an active member of the American Academy of Dermatology, Women’s Dermatology Society, American Society of Dermatologic Surgery, and American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery. He has over 6 years of cosmetic and dermatologic research and has participated in numerous research trials covering topics  from hair loss to innovative laser anti-aging treatments. He has also published over 50 scientific papers and presented at national and international meetings.

Brittany Rank, PA-C

Specializes in dermatologic and cosmetic care as part of the research team.
Brittany is also a member of the Illinois Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants (ISDPA) and the American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA). Brittany has 2 years of cosmetic research experience, has performed research for body shaping with High Frequency Electromagnetic Energy (HIFEM) and research for cellulite treatment.

Upcoming Research Studies:

• Non-Invasive Cellulite Study- TBA
• Psoriasis Topical Cream Study- TBA

Research Studies Currently Enrolling:

• Midface Augmentation Study
• Skin Rejuvenation Study
• Lip Filler Study

Research Studies Fully Enrolled and Ongoing:

• Study of a topical product’s effectiveness in improving skin fragility for individuals who have dermatoporosis
• Décolletage Wrinkles Study
• Waist Circumference Reduction Study

 

Our research coordinators can be reached by phone & text: 312.245.9965 ext. 5021, by email: [email protected] or by filling out the contact form below!