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Dr. Elias Gikas, MD

Dr. Elias Gikas, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Elias Gikas, MD is a plastic surgeon in Chicago, IL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF ZIMBABWE / GODFREY HUGGINS SCHOOL OF MEDICINE in 1980. He is affiliated with Swedish Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 26 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (26 reviews)

Practice

5140 N California Ave Ste 735 Chicago, IL 60625

Make an Appointment

(773) 878-6525

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Gikas is affiliated with Swedish Hospital Chicago, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Gikas specializes in the area of Plastic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Gikas' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gikas

4.5

26 ratings, 13 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Svetlana Varabei – Feb 26, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Ekaterina – Dec 19, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Nov 25, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Tarishea Autman in Plainfield , IL – Oct 21, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Apr 24, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Apr 22, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
CA, IL – Nov 29, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Hasan – Aug 31, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
ES – Aug 12, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Milly in Chicago, IL – Aug 24, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
William P in Chicago, IL – Jun 21, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Sam in Chicago, IL – Jun 17, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jun 07, 2016
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Cosmetic Surgery Spotlight

About Me

biography

Elias Gikas is a Plastic Surgeon / Reconstructive Surgeon - General practicing in Chicago, IL

PRACTICE EHR

Sheheri

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION American Society of Plastic Surgeons American Society for...read more

  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Plastic Surgery - Mount Zion Hospital

    Residency Hospital

  • University Of Illinois College Of Medicine

    Medical School

  • University Of Illinois Chicago

    Fellowship Hospital, 1991

  • Mount Zion Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1983

  • University Of Zimbabwe / Godfrey Huggins School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1980

  • University Of California At Berkeley

    Undergraduate School, 1972
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
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Plastic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Advanced Plastic Surgery Associates Inc.5140 N California Ave Ste 735 Chicago, IL 60625
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Swedish Hospital

    5145 N California Ave
    Chicago, IL 60625
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

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