Dr. John Rachel, MD, FACS
Chicago Aesthetics Surgery & Med Spa
Chicago, IL
Cosmetic Surgery
- Chicago and Glenview locations
- Surgical and med spa services
- Certified by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Healthcare
- Virtual consults
- Most lip filler results, and 1 moreMore published results on Afters than any other practice in Illinois for lip filler (39) and facelift (23).
- 2 procedures, on its websiteIts own website posts prices for lip filler and Botox cosmetic, checked in Afters’ price research.
Lip filler
39 results
Facelift
23 results
Neck lift
12 results
Laser treatment
6 results
Chin implant
2 results
Eyelid surgery
2 results
Microneedling
2 results
Scar treatment
1 result
Gynecomastia
1 result
Neck liposuction
1 result
Rhinoplasty
1 result
Other results
10 results
What Chicago Aesthetics Surgery & Med Spa offers
Chicago Aesthetics Surgery & Med Spa is a cosmetic surgery practice in Chicago, Illinois. It has published 100 before-and-after results on Afters: 39 lip filler, 23 facelift, 12 neck lift, 6 laser treatment, 2 chin implant and 8 more across 6 other procedures.
Its doctors are Dr. John Rachel, Dr. Anh-Tuan Truong and Dr. Sue Kafali. Consultations are offered in person and virtually, and financing is available through CareCredit and Cherry. Its own posted prices: lip filler from $700 and microneedling $400.
Dr. John Rachel, MD, FACS
Board certified
Dr. John D. Rachel is a facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon who leads Chicago Aesthetics Surgery & Med Spa. He is certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, the American Board of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery and the American Board of Facial Cosmetic Surgery, and he is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.
He graduated from Michigan State University and earned his medical degree at Wayne State University School of Medicine, where he also completed an internship and a residency in otolaryngology – head and neck surgery. A fellowship in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery at Indiana University School of Medicine followed in 2000 to 2001. He trained under Dr. William Beeson, a former president of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, in procedures such as facelifts, rhinoplasty and eyelid surgery.
Dr. Rachel has published on barbed suture facial lifting and radiofrequency skin treatment in Dermatologic Surgery, and on stromal vascular fraction for skin rejuvenation in Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America. He received the John Orlando Roe Award from the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and a National Institutes of Health research award.
Credentials & affiliations
- American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
- American Board of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
- American Board of Cosmetic Surgery
- American Board of Facial Cosmetic Surgery
- Fellow, American College of Surgeons
Publications & press
- Incidence of complications and early recurrence in 29 patients after facial rejuvenation with barbed suture liftingDermatologic Surgery · 2010
- Mesothelial stem cells and stromal vascular fraction for skin rejuvenationFacial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America · 2018
- Relationship of energy settings and impedance in different anatomic areas using a radiofrequency deviceDermatologic Surgery · 2005
Doctors
Dr. Anh-Tuan Truong
Board certified
Dr. Anh-Tuan Truong is a cosmetic surgeon whose work covers the breast, body and face. He is certified by the American Board of Surgery, the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery and the American Board of Facial Cosmetic Surgery, and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery.
Dr. Sue Kafali
Board certified
Dr. Sue Kafali is an obstetrician-gynecologist certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Her work centers on cosmetic gynecology, intimate wellness and facial injectables, and she has more than 18 years of experience.
Care team
Treatments
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- On its websiteFrom $700Checked Oct 2026
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- On its website$400Checked Oct 2026
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About Chicago Aesthetics Surgery & Med Spa
Chicago Aesthetics Surgery & Med Spa is a cosmetic surgery practice and medical spa with offices at 310 W Superior Street in Chicago and in Glenview. It is led by Dr. John D. Rachel, a facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon certified by four boards. The team also includes Dr. Anh-Tuan Truong, a cosmetic surgeon, Dr. Sue Kafali, an obstetrician-gynecologist who focuses on cosmetic gynecology, nurse practitioner Thomas Recko and nurse injector Carol Donohue.
What to know
- In person & virtual consultations
- FinancingCareCredit, Cherry
- Certified by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Healthcare
Where it is
Hours
- Mon–Thu
- 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Fri
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sat
- 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Sun
- Closed
Reviews
238 Google reviews
“I visited Carol for treatment on my forehead using dysport. Carol was kind & quick, making sure my experience was comfortable! It was my first time receiving any form of injectables & Carol was able to ease my mind by answering all of my questions with patience & pure knowledge! Carol has years of experience & im so grateful she was my injector! I recommend everyone be treated by Carol for injectables!”
“Exceptional Talent, Timeless Results, and Unmatched Expertise! When it comes to aesthetics, excellence is everything, and I can confidently say that Carol is truly in a league of her own. Her expertise, artistry, and meticulous attention to detail are simply unparalleled. She has an extraordinary ability to enhance natural beauty while maintaining elegance, balance, and sophistication. Her results are consistently flawless, refreshed, and beautifully understated — the true definition of timeless beauty. What makes Carol exceptional is not only her remarkable skill but also her integrity, professionalism, and genuine dedication to her clients. She understands that the finest aesthetic work is never obvious; it is effortlessly beautiful. Two decades of loyalty speak for themselves. I trust her implicitly and would never consider putting my face in anyone else’s hands. She is the epitome of excellence in aesthetic medicine, and I cannot recommend her highly enough. An absolute five-star experience, every single time!”
“**⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Google Review** Stephanie was amazing! She did my laser hair removal treatment and made the entire experience so comfortable and easy. She was professional, knowledgeable, and took the time to answer all of my questions, which really put me at ease. The service was efficient, and I could tell she genuinely cared about providing great results and excellent customer care. I’m so happy with my experience and will definitely be coming back for future treatments. Highly recommend Stephanie to anyone considering laser hair removal!”
“I’ve been seeing Carol for Botox for over two years, and she is absolutely amazing! I trust her completely with my face. She always takes the time to listen to what I want and makes sure my results look natural and beautiful—she never overdoes it. I especially appreciate how honest she is; she will tell you when you don’t need something rather than trying to sell you more treatments. Carol truly cares about her patients and always makes me feel comfortable, welcomed, and at home. She is professional, knowledgeable, gentle, and incredibly attentive. I always leave feeling confident and happy with my results. It’s hard to find someone you can trust this much, and I’m so grateful I found Carol.”
“I’ve been getting Botox from Carol for several years now, and I couldn’t be happier with my experience! She is incredibly kind, knowledgeable, and professional, and she always takes the time to make sure I feel comfortable and confident throughout the process. I truly trust her expertise and appreciate how carefully she listens to what I want while providing honest, thoughtful recommendations. My results have always looked natural and beautiful, which is exactly what I’m looking for. I highly recommend her to anyone considering Botox or looking for someone skilled, trustworthy, and genuinely caring!”
