FAQ

The American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS) is the plastic surgery board recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS), which has approved medical specialty boards since 1934. Plastic surgeons must meet rigorous requirements before certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), including graduation from an accredited medical school, successful completion of residency training in plastic surgery, and must pass comprehensive written and oral examinations. The American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) does not recognize any board with “cosmetic surgery” in its name, such as the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery.

Yes, Dr. Hewell and Dr. Fischer are both certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and have been since 1987 and 2018, respectively. The American Board of Plastic Surgery is the only recognized certification board for plastic surgeons.

Yes, Dr. Hewell and Dr. Fischer are both accepting new patients, and you can choose which Doctor you prefer to see. Some patients prefer to have the expertise of both surgeons working together. Let us know your preference as you schedule your consultation.

Dr. Hewell is on the medical staff of Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital.  Dr. Fischer is on the medical staff of Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital, and Advocate Sherman Hospital.

Yes, there are several ways to finance your surgery.  The practice accepts CareCredit, a convenient financing option.  If you would like to explore this option, please let us know during your consultation.

Dr. Fischer is contracted with several insurance carries including BlueCross BlueShield, Aetna, and Cigna. Insurance coverage applies to medically necessary services. Call your insurance carrier to see if Dr. Fischer is an in-network provider.

Dr. Hewell is not contracted with any insurance carriers. The office will help you process claims for medically necessary services so that you can be reimbursed by your insurance carrier.