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Karol A. Gutowski, MD, FACS
Dr Karol Gutowski is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon specializing in noninvasive treatments, minimally invasive, and advanced surgical procedures to help you look and feel your best. As a leading educator of other plastic surgeons, he is affiliated with the University of Chicago and the University of Illinois, and has over 100 medical publications and over 200 invited lectures to his credit. With over 20 years of experience, Dr Gutowski is recognized nationally and locally as a Top Doctor.
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Procedures Performed
Arm Lift
Body Contouring
Body Lift
Botulinum Toxin
Breast Augmentation
Breast Implant Removal
Breast Implant Removal
Breast Lift
Breast Reconstruction
Breast Reduction
Brow Lift
Buttock Implants
Buttock Lift with Augmentation
Calf Augmentation
Chemical Peels, IPL, Fractional CO2 Laser Treatments
Chin Augmentation
Chin Surgery
Dermabrasion
Dermal Fillers
Ear Surgery
Endoscopic Technique
Eyelid Surgery
Facelift
Facial Implants
Free Flap Breast Reconstruction
Hair Transplant
Injectable Fillers
Laser Hair Removal
Laser Skin Resurfacing
Lip Augmentation/Enhancement
Liposuction
Male Breast Reduction
Male Chest Implants
Microdermabrasion
Retin-A Treatments
Rhinoplasty
Scar Revision
Skin Cancer Removal
Spider Vein Treatment
Tattoo Removal
Thigh Lift
TRAM Flap Breast Reconstruction
Tummy Tuck
Ask a Surgeon
Dr. Karol Gutowski participates in the ASPS Ask A Surgeon service. View responses to public questions below.
Malignant hyperthermia
Tummy TuckMember Response:
In addition to Dr Culbertson's advice, some surgeons do tummy tucks without the gas that can cause. I've done it with TIVA (Total Intravenous Anesthesia) + tumescent anesthesia which doesn't require any gas and the patient is breathing on their own. Happy to discuss further.
Need help finding a doctor
Aesthetic Genital Plastic SurgeryMember Response:
Dr Sam Poore at the University of Wisconsin is an expert in fixing this. https://www.surgery.wisc.edu/staff/samuel-poore/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30544206/
Lipadema Thigh Lift
Thigh LiftMember Response:
I have treated Tricare patients with lipedema as single case agreements. You may learn more at https://drgutowski.com/procedures/liposuction/lipedema/
local anesthesia
Breast Implant RemovalMember Response:
In most cases, they can be removed awake with just a local anesthetic. Ask the surgeon who put them in if that can be done for you.
Looking
Tummy TuckMember Response:
In most cases, a small hernia can be fixed at the same time. I do this as part of a No Drain Tummy Tuck in the Chicago area. Learn more at DrGutowski.com
Symmastia repair
Breast ReconstructionMember Response:
I have fixed a few of these cases. If you are interested in coming to Chicago, please contact me.
SAFELipo vs SmartLipo re: anesthesia
LiposuctionMember Response:
I agree with the other surgeons. Its the surgeon not the machine that delivers results. If the same areas are treated and the same amount is removed, then the recovery is the same regardless of technique. I would even add that in most cases, anyone who claims that one technique is much better than another without showing well done studies to support the claims is not being honest. In certain cases, there may be an advantage to a specific technique. Don't be fooled into thinking that "SAFElipo" is safer or better than any other lipo (no evidence to support that) or that "SmartLipo" is any "smarter" (it isn't). All techniques can be done awake or with sedation or full anesthesia. Want to learn more, watch this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=05IULCdxNyc
Operative Report Question
RhinoplastyMember Response:
It is possible that the surgeon made a dictation error. If a graft was used, there may be a record of the graft in the medical record to confirm that it was placed.
Cheek/Chin implants
Cheek AugmentationMember Response:
An in person assessment is the best way to find out but based on the pictures, some check enhancement may help. You can start with an injectable filler before having implants.
Is Liposuction dangerous with a lower body lift?
Body LiftMember Response:
Based on the information you provided, liposuction of your midsection would be appropriate during the body lift. Consider discussing this again with your surgeon or getting another in-person opinion.
Bbl by a board certified surgeon despite having lupus and kidney transplant
Body ContouringMember Response:
A kidney transplant and lupus alone may not mean that a tummy tuck, liposuction, or BBL cannot be done. There may be other issues. However, if your transplant doctors and lupus doctor don't have any concerns, then it may be possible.
Bbl by a board certified surgeon despite having lupus and kidney transplant
Body ContouringMember Response:
A kidney transplant and lupus alone may not mean that a tummy tuck, liposuction, or BBL cannot be done. There may be other issues. However, if your transplant doctors and lupus doctor don't have any concerns, then it may be possible.
SURGICAL SUBCISION Deep Acne Scar Removal
Cosmetic SurgeryMember Response:
I offer subcision with Bellafill injections under the subcised area. Learn more at DrGutowski.com
Congenital symmastia pinellas county
Cosmetic SurgeryMember Response:
I have fixed these cases and it can be done as an out patient procedure. Please contact me if interested.
Pancreas Transplant
LiposuctionMember Response:
Assuming you are otherwise healthy, liposuction is possible for transplant patients. There are many good Board Certified plastic surgeons in your area.
How long will they be swollen?
Breast AugmentationMember Response:
Some swelling and discomfort is common after breast augmentation. However, if you are experiencing significant pain and swelling, you should contact your surgeon right away.
Implant type
Buttock ImplantsMember Response:
Buttock implants are made of a similar material to breast implants but they are not the same. A breast implant should never be used for buttock augmentation.
Need belly button fixed :-(
Cosmetic SurgeryMember Response:
Based on your picture, you may need to have the scar removed, then a new belly button created a few months later.
Can I get a breast reduction if my breasts keep growing?
Breast ReductionMember Response:
This is a good question to discuss with a plastic surgeon and determine why your breasts are growing. An in person evaluation is the best way to start. If your symptoms are severe, it may be appropriate to do a reduction now.
Bra Line Back Lift
Body LiftMember Response:
A bra line and back lift are both doable on selected patients and can give great results. An in person assessment is the best way to find out.
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