Meet The Team
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Dan Krochmal, M.D.
A Michigan native, Dr. Krochmal graduated from the University of Michigan Medical School, and did his General Surgery Residency at Mayo Clinic Arizona. He then completed his Plastic Surgery Residency at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He then trained at the world-renowned Hunstad Kortesis Center in Charlotte where he learned advanced body contouring, breast, and facial aesthetic procedures. Dr. Krochmal is Board Certified in both Plastic Surgery and General Surgery. He is a member of prestigious organizations such as the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He is dedicated to his patients, and sits on the Patient Safety Committees for both ASPS and ASAPS. He is also passionate about issues such as patient care access, and sits on the Legislative Advocacy Committee for ASPS. He continues to be an active researcher to further the field of plastic surgery, and is engaged in projects involving DVT (blood clot) reduction following abdominoplasty, safety in buttocks fat grafting procedures, and outcomes for large volume liposuction for lipedema. In addition to exploring restaurants, Dr. Krochmal enjoys painting, building smartphone applications, golfing, spoiling his nephews, and explaining how to pronounce his last name (it's like a "CROCodile" and a "shopping MALL"). -
Allen T. Mikhail, M.D. FACS
Advanced Laparoscopic and Bariatric Surgeon
Dr. Allen Mikhail is a board certified bariatric surgeon at Advocate Good Samaritan, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge. He has the most complete and largest bariatric practice in all of advocate health care where he offers laparoscopic, endoscopic and medical solutions to weight loss for all patients. Dr. Mikhail has bariatric offices at Advocate South Suburban in Hazel Crest and started working at the congestive heart failure clinic at Christ Hospital. He is fellowship trained in laparoscopic and endoscopic bariatric surgery from the Cleveland Clinic. He has been the investigator on many research grants and has published numerous papers, abstracts and book chapters related to nutrition, laparoscopic gastrointestinal and bariatric surgery and is an industry instructor for laparoscopic bariatric surgery techniques. -
Brian Rosett, M.D.
Plastic and Cosmetic Surgeon
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Dr. Rosett grew up in Highland Park, Illinois and then attended Washington University in St Louis, Missouri for his undergraduate education. Thereafter, he matriculated at Rush University in Chicago for medical school followed by five years of general surgery residency at Wayne State University at the Henry Ford hospital in Detroit, Michigan. He then returned to Chicago for his plastic surgery residency at the University of Illinois under the guidance of Dr Mimis Cohen. There he learned the fundamentals of plastic surgery and developed a keen interest in the treatment of skin and breast cancer. Thereafter, Dr Rosett completed two advanced fellowships in aesthetic face, breast and body surgery in Los Angeles, California. Dr Rosett was fortunate to have learned from some of Beverly Hills leaders in aesthetic surgery through his breast and body fellowship at the Beverly Hills Physicians practice. He then studied under Dr Ben Talei a world renowned aesthetic facial plastic surgeon focusing on nonsurgical and surgical facial aesthetics. Dr Rosett brings many of the field’s newest techniques back to Oak Brook including advanced facial aesthetics such as the lip lift. Having grown up in the windy city, Dr Rosett brings an earnest midwestern sensibility to both the office and the operating room. At the center of his medical philosophy is the belief that strong communication leads to the best experience and outcomes. His patients often remark that his kindness and demeanor helped ease their stress and anxiety. Dr. Rosett’s hope for every patient is a surgical success that boosts their self-esteem allowing them to live more confident and fulfilling lives. -
Cherry Dino
Advanced Medical Technician
Cherry works in our practice as an Advanced Medical Technician. She graduated from The International Skin Beauty Academy. She has been in the cosmetology and aesthetic industry for over 17 years. She is passionate about skin care and educating her clients to achieve superior skin. She continues to participate in extensive training from major pharmaceutical grade product lines. Cherry is a certified laser technician and performs advanced skin antiaging treatments. She is trained in the latest technical advances in the industry. Her sweet demeanor and knowledge will make you leave satisfied and with a new sense of confidence. -
Sandra Smaczniak
Nurse Practitioner/Nurse Injector
Sandra has been a nurse practitioner for over 8 years. She graduated from DePaul University with a Master’s Degree in Science. Sandra has been working in the medical Aesthetic industry for years with extensive experience in anti-aging treatments and laser procedures. She is a certified expert in Botox, Fillers, PRP for facial rejuvenation and vaginal/penile PRP injections for medical conditions and sexual health enhancements. Her primary interest has always been in the field of dermatology and esthetics with the philosophy of beautification of skin and people’s bodies. The creativity and understanding of how a face can look youthful and natural is a skill and an art. In one way she sees herself as an artist and absolutely loves the ways in which she can perfect a person’s face using the most current treatments in cosmetics, dermal fillers and laser technology. Perfecting her techniques for years with the constant innovation of new products brings her great joy. In her free time she enjoys yoga, cooking and taking long walks with her baby yorkie Ruby. She looks forward to meeting all of you and establishing your trust as your aesthetic provider! -
Theresa Turok
Theresa earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing. Her professional career includes intensive care nursing, nursing management, and plastic/aesthetic surgery nursing. Her artistic eye and passion for excellence; result in her ability to exceed her clients’ expectations. Theresa has 18 years of experience in the aesthetic injecting field. She frequently attends instructional courses and training forums with world renowned physicians, enabling her to enhance her aesthetic injecting techniques and expand her knowledge in the most recent products available for her clients. Theresa has a dynamic understanding of the “beautiful” face. She approaches each rejuvenating procedure in a uniquely individual way to enhance your own youthful, natural look. She collaborates with her clients to identify their concerns and goals. Theresa’s clients express the utmost satisfaction with their more rejuvenated, youthful looking appearances. -
Jamie Alessi
General Manager
Jamie started with Aespala Medspa & Plastic Surgery from day one with the development and start up. She began her career in the aesthetic industry after graduating with her esthetics license in 2009. Her creativity and leadership skills have greatly contributed to the success of Aespala Medspa & Plastic Surgery. Jamie coordinates all patient related functions, business operations, sales and marketing efforts. Her passion for aesthetics and plastic surgery makes her a perfect match for this innovative industry. Jamie is here to ensure that you have an exceptional service and care. When she is not working, she absolutely loves spending family time with her two young boys.