Education and Credentials

Awards and Recognition

John Q. Cook, M.D. CV
Certifications and Memberships
American Board of Plastic Surgery – board certified
American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery – member
American Society of Plastic Surgeons – member
International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery – member
Illinois Society of Plastic Surgery – member
Education
Yale University
B.A. Cum Laude
Departmental Honors, English Literature
Northwestern University Medical School
M.D.
Rush Presbyterian – St. Luke’s Medical Center
General Surgery Residency
Chief Surgical Resident
Surgical Sciences Award Recipient
General Surgery Department Award
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Plastic Surgery Residency
University of Illinois at Chicago
Master’s Degree in Surgical Research
Hospital and University Affiliations
Rush Medical College of Rush University, Assistant Professor
Rush University Medical Center
Member of Medical Staff – Department of Plastic Surgery
Dr. Cook’s educational and professional credentials, innovative techniques, and consistent track record of results have established him as a recognized leader in the fields of aesthetic plastic surgery and advanced medical aesthetics.
Lectures and Conferences
June 2022
Vegas Cosmetic Surgery Conference – Las Vegas
Combined Facial Lifting and Fat Transfer: A 20 Year Evolution of Technique
Top 10 Tips for Facial Rejuvenation Surgery Under Local Anesthesia
April 2022
American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons – Miami
How to Avoid Temporal Hairline Incision with Vertical Vector Lifting
November 2021
Global Aesthetics Conference – Miami
Fat Transfer with Face Lifting
The Structural Technique of Breast Lifting
Invasive and Non-Invasive Options for Tightening
Top 10 Tips for Facial Rejuvenation Surgery Under Local Anesthesia
June 2021
Vegas Cosmetic Surgery Conference – Las Vegas
The Structural Technique for Breast Revision
April 2021
International Society Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons – Miami
Structural Mastopexy Techniques
April 2020
American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons – Miami
Structural Mastopexy Techniques
April 2020
Vegas Cosmetic Surgery Conference – Las Vegas
Combined Therapies in Facial Rejuvenation
February 2020
American-Brazillian Aesthetic Meeting – Park City
The Four Dimensions of Facial Rejuvenation
November 2019
Global Aesthetics Conference – Miami
Body Contouring Techniques
June 2019
Vegas Cosmetic Surgery Conference – Las Vegas
Facelift Under Local Anesthesia
February 2019
Global Aesthetics Dubai – Dubai UAE
The Four Dimensions of Facial Rejuvenation
Practice Blog
Learn more about Dr. John Q. Cook and the non-surgical treatments and plastic surgery procedures available at The Whole Beauty® Institute. Get tips and advice, discover new ways to improve your health and beauty, and more.
Dr. Cook's HealthGems Blog
Dr. John Q. Cook shares his personal thoughts on well-being, quality of life, and more—all drawn from his decades of experience in the industry, studying and working with advanced technology and techniques.
Whole Beauty Skincare
SkinShopMD was created by Chicago Plastic Surgeon Dr. John Q. Cook as a trusted source for skin health products and information. From his years of experience, he developed a portfolio of high-quality medical grade products to protect and rejuvenate your skin.

Education
Learn important information about surgical and non-surgical procedures to help you make informed decisions about your desired treatment based on your goals. Topics cover facial surgery, injectables, lasers, breast surgery, body contouring, and other treatments.
Testimonial and Practice Videos
Visit our Video Gallery to View More
Schedule a Consultation
Schedule a consultation with board-certified plastic surgeon, John Q. Cook, M.D., to learn more about plastic surgery solutions that may be right for you based on your aesthetic goals.
"*" indicates required fields
Our Office Locations
Our locations in the Gold Coast of Chicago and Winnetka in the North Shore reflect our commitment to convenient and discrete concierge-level service.
Chicago Office
737 North Michigan Ave., Suite 760 Chicago IL 60611 (312) 751-2112 Entrance at 151 E. Chicago Avenue
Winnetka Office
118 Green Bay Road Winnetka IL 60093 (847) 446-7562
Located directly across from Indian Hill Metra Station