Northwestern Specialists Plastic Surgery

What Northwestern Specialists Plastic Surgery does

Northwestern Specialists in Plastic Surgery (legal name: Northwestern Specialists in Plastic Surgery, dba NSPS and Northwestern Med Spa) is a physician-owned private cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery practice founded in 2009 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. The practice employs three board-certified plastic surgeons — Dr. Neil Fine (President), Dr. Clark Schierle (Vice President), Dr. Simon Moradian — supported by at least seven physician assistants, four licensed aestheticians and laser technicians, and administrative staff across two locations: the flagship Streeterville office on the Northwestern Memorial Hospital campus (676 N Saint Clair St, Ste 1575) and the River North office (3 E Huron St, 3rd Floor). It delivers a comprehensive surgical and non-surgical aesthetic catalog spanning facial procedures (facelift, rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty, lip lift, chin liposuction, facial fat grafting), breast procedures (augmentation, lift, reduction, gynecomastia, transaxillary augmentation), body contouring (tummy tuck including reverse tummy tuck, liposuction, Brazilian butt lift, BodyTite, arm lift, Avéli), breast cancer reconstruction (tissue expander, prepectoral, latissimus flap, DIEP/SIEA/TRAM, nipple reconstruction, oncoplastic surgery, 3D restorative tattooing), skin services (HydraFacial, chemical peels, microneedling, Morpheus8, Sofwave, dermaplaning, exosomes), laser treatments (HALO, BBL/IPL, CO2 resurfacing, laser hair removal, MOXI, FemTouch), and injectables (BOTOX, Dysport, JUVÉDERM, Restylane). The technology stack is built on third-party medical device platforms from InMode Aesthetics (BodyTite, FaceTite) and Sciton (HALO, BBL), supplemented by proprietary surgical techniques such as transaxillary breast augmentation and Dr. Fine's vertical latissimus flap.

The business model combines three revenue streams: high-ticket one-time surgical procedures priced $10K-$25K for breast augmentation and up to $60K for complex cases like hair transplantation; recurring med spa and non-surgical treatments (injectables, lasers, skin services) that drive repeat visits and maintenance relationships; and PatientFi-financed surgical procedures offered at 0% interest with no hard credit check, broadening patient affordability. Go-to-market is primarily in-person consultation-driven at the two Chicago locations, supplemented by online appointment scheduling, telemedicine/cyber-visits for out-of-town and international patients, weekly Injectable Happy Hour events, and a multi-channel digital presence (YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Google Business Profile, blog, earned media on Fox 32 News Chicago, E! News Live, and National Geographic). The practice actively cultivates an international patient base from North America, Europe, Asia, and South America, leveraging proximity to O'Hare International Airport and concierge services for out-of-town travelers, and runs community partnerships with the Lynn Sage Research Foundation and The Bra Recyclers to support breast cancer awareness and reconstructive patient referrals.

Name

Northwestern Specialists Plastic Surgery

Legal name

Northwestern Specialists in Plastic Surgery

Website

https://northwesternplastics.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Northwestern Specialists in Plastic Surgery is a physician-owned Chicago private practice offering comprehensive cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery and med spa services across two locations, serving local, out-of-town, and international patients with three board-certified surgeons.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Plastic Surgery Services

NAICS

Hair, Nail, and Skin Care Services (81211)

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011)

akta.pro primary industry

Plastics / Cosmetic & Dermatologic Surgery Centers (HLAFAIAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Medical-Grade / Clinical Facials (Dermatology & Med Spa) (HSALADAN), Procedural Dermatology (Office-Based Surgery) (HLAKACAG)

Keywords

• Plastic surgery services
• Cosmetic surgery practice
• Med spa treatments
• Breast reconstruction
• Aesthetic procedures

Headquarters

HQ city

Chicago

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Surgical Procedures: One-time surgical procedures including facelifts, breast augmentation, breast reconstruction, body contouring, rhinoplasty, and other plastic surgery operations. These are high-value, individualized procedures performed in accredited outpatient surgicenters or hospitals.
2. Med Spa / Non-Surgical Treatments: Non-invasive aesthetic treatments including HydraFacial, chemical peels, microneedling, laser treatments, injectables (Botox, Dysport, Juvéderm, Restylane), and skin rejuvenation procedures. These can be recurring maintenance treatments.
3. PatientFi Financing: Third-party financing partner offering 0% interest surgical financing. The practice partners with PatientFi to provide affordable access to healthcare services, enabling patients to pay for procedures over time.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Northwestern Specialists in Plastic Surgery operates a private plastic surgery and med spa practice providing surgical and non-surgical aesthetic procedures for the face, breast, body, and breast cancer reconstruction. The practice delivers facelifts, rhinoplasty, breast augmentation and reconstruction, body contouring, laser skin rejuvenation, and injectable treatments across two Chicago locations using advanced technology platforms from InMode Aesthetics and Sciton.

Product overview

Northwestern Specialists in Plastic Surgery is a comprehensive plastic surgery and med spa practice offering surgical and nonsurgical aesthetic treatments. The portfolio includes facial procedures (facelifts, rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty, lip lift, chin liposuction, facial fat grafting), breast procedures (augmentation, lift, reduction, reconstruction), body contouring (tummy tuck, liposuction, Brazilian butt lift, bodytite, arm lift), and breast cancer reconstruction services. The med spa division provides skin treatments (HydraFacial, chemical peels, microneedling, Morpheus8, Sofwave), laser treatments (IPL/BBL, HALO Laser, CO2 laser, laser hair removal, MOXI, FemTouch), and injectables (wrinkle relaxers, dermal fillers). The practice operates two Chicago locations and uses advanced technology platforms from InMode Aesthetics and Sciton for treatments.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Facelift and Neck Lift Surgical procedures to tighten sagging skin, reduce wrinkles, and address turkey neck, available as full facelift, mini-facelift, or deep plane facelift techniques for adult patients seeking facial rejuvenation.
• Rhinoplasty Nose surgery to correct profile, size, and breathing issues using open or closed rhinoplasty techniques for patients seeking functional or cosmetic nasal improvement.
• Blepharoplasty Eyelid surgery to correct excess skin around upper and lower eyelids for improved function and a more alert, youthful appearance.
• Breast Augmentation Surgical procedure to increase breast size using implants, including transaxillary approach for minimal scarring, for women seeking breast enhancement.
• Transaxillary Breast Augmentation Breast enhancement through an armpit incision leaving no visible scarring on the breast, utilizing a proprietary surgical approach.
• Breast Reduction Surgical procedure to reduce overly large breasts causing physical discomfort or social embarrassment.
• Tummy Tuck Abdominoplasty targeting sagging skin and stubborn fat around the midsection for a tighter, leaner appearance, often following pregnancy or weight loss.
• Liposuction Fat removal procedure for body contouring in various areas including abdomen, thighs, arms, back, and submental area.
• BodyTite Minimally invasive treatment using radiofrequency energy to liquefy fat and tighten skin for slimmer body contour.
• Breast Reconstruction Advanced breast reconstruction techniques including tissue expander implants, prepectoral reconstruction, latissimus flap, DIEP/SIEA/TRAM flap reconstruction, nipple reconstruction, and oncoplastic surgery for women recovering from mastectomy.
• HyrdaFacial Five-in-one skin treatment delivering comprehensive cleansing, extraction, and nourishment for healthier skin, offered in the med spa.
• HALO Laser Hybrid laser from Sciton treating both surface and deeper skin layers for lasting facial refreshment and rejuvenation.
• Laser Hair Removal State-of-the-art laser treatment for lasting hair reduction on various body areas, performed in the med spa.
• Wrinkle Relaxers Injectable neurotoxin treatments including BOTOX and Dysport to soften fine lines and wrinkles, offered as a quick med spa treatment.
• Dermal Fillers Injectable fillers including JUVEDERM restoring lost volume to diminish sagging and facial lines, performed by physician assistants in the med spa.
• Hair Transplant for Women Hair transplant procedures for women addressing hair loss, with costs ranging from $6,000 to $60,000 depending on procedure complexity.

Quantifiable outcome

• 50-70% fat survival rate for facial fat grafting procedures
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature9 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• InMode AestheticscoreTechnology or IntegrationInMode Aesthetics provides advanced aesthetic technology platforms including BodyTite and FaceTite radiofrequency-assisted liposuction devices. The practice uses these technologies for skin tightening and fat reduction procedures.
• ScitoncoreTechnology or IntegrationSciton provides laser technology including HALO laser, BBL (BroadBand Light), and other laser platforms. The practice uses Sciton technology for skin rejuvenation, laser hair removal, and other treatments.
• Lynn Sage Research FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPractice raises money for the Lynn Sage Research Foundation through fundraising activities. The foundation supports breast cancer research in the Chicago area. Dr. Fine and staff participate in fundraising efforts for this cause.
• The Bra RecyclersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for breast cancer awareness month. The practice collects new or used bras to donate to The Bra Recyclers during breast cancer awareness events and initiatives.
• Shirley Ryan Ability LabcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDr. Moradian conducted research at the Shirley Ryan Ability Lab (formerly Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago), contributing to advanced bio-prosthetics. He helped secure a $9 million Department of Defense grant for bio-prosthetics research and worked on pioneering technology for neural-controlled prosthetics.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights8 records

Direct peers

• Rush Plastic Surgery: Rush University Medical Center's academic plastic surgery practice offering reconstructive and cosmetic procedures in Chicago; comparable academic-affiliated, multi-surgeon Chicago offering competing for the same patient segments.
• University of Chicago Medicine Plastic Surgery: Academic plastic surgery program in Chicago with broad reconstructive and cosmetic offerings; directly comparable on academic-affiliated brand, surgeon pedigree, and Chicago metro patient base.
• Geldner Plastic Surgery: Independent Chicago plastic surgery practice offering face, breast, and body procedures plus med-spa services; directly comparable independent private practice competing in the same Chicago market.
• Iteld Plastic Surgery: Chicago-based plastic surgery practice with a strong brand focus on breast and body procedures; comparable independent private practice with similar service mix and patient segments.
• The Few Institute: Chicago-based boutique plastic surgery practice focused on aesthetic facial and breast procedures; comparable high-touch private practice competing in the same Chicago aesthetic market.
• Lakeview Plastic Surgery: Independent Chicago plastic surgery practice offering surgical and non-surgical aesthetic services; comparable in scale, geography, and service breadth.

Broad incumbents

• Ideal Image: Largest US med-spa chain offering injectables, laser hair removal, and body contouring across many metros; broader incumbent competing on the recurring med-spa portion of NSPS's revenue.
• LaserAway: National med-spa brand offering laser hair removal, injectables, and skin treatments at scale; broader incumbent with much larger marketing footprint competing for NSPS med-spa patients.
• Sono Bello: National body-contouring and cosmetic surgery chain with significant scale and marketing budgets; broader incumbent competing for the same body-contouring patient segment.

Others

• Sciton: Laser technology OEM that supplies HALO, BBL, MOXI, and other platforms NSPS uses; adjacent ecosystem participant and enabler of NSPS's technology stack rather than direct competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ChicagoPlastics
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/NorthwesternPRS
• Facebookfacebook.com/ChicagoPlastics
• Instagraminstagram.com/nspsmedspa

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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