OBJECTIVE

Expand and refine my Plastic Surgical and Leadership Skills in a challenging and progressive atmosphere
with an emphasis in education and research.

EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES

2009-Present

Chicago Medical School 3rd and 4th Year Elective

Niles, Illinois

Clinical Medical Student Elective

2020-Present

University of Dubuque

Dubuque, Iowa

Affiliate Clinical Assistant Professor

2018-Present

Kansas City University

Kansas City, Missouri

Preceptor of Medicine and Biosciences

2014-2015

Chicago Medical School

Park Ridge, Illinois

CMS Specialty Advisor Program

2010-2020

Board of Governors and Alumni Association

Rosalind Franklin University/Chicago Medical School

2003-2007

Chicago Medical School

Park Ridge, Illinois

Clinical "Shadowing" Program (medical students)

2001-2006

Chicago Medical School

Park Ridge, Illinois

Introduction to Clinical Medicine Preceptorship (1st & 2nd year medical students)

EDUCATION

1997-2000

Loyola University Medical Center

Maywood, Illinois

Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship

1994-1997

Loyola University Medical Center

Maywood, Illinois

General Surgical Residency, Years I-III

1990-1994

University of Health Sciences

The Chicago Medical School

North Chicago, Illinois

Medical Doctor

1987-1990

Loyola University Chicago

Chicago, Illinois

Bachelor of Science, Psychology Major, Magna Cum Laude

LICENSURE

Board Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery, Inc.

Physician and Surgeon, Department of Professional Regulation, State of Illinois.

HONORS AND AWARDS

ASPS Ambassador Appointment

2005-Present

America's Top Plastic Surgeon Award

2004-Present

America's Top Physicians Award

2005-Present

America's Top Surgeon Award

2008-Present

Vitals - Compassionate Doctor Award

2015-Present

Vitals - Patient Choice Award

2015, 2019-21

Vitals - On Time Award

2019-Present

American Registry - America's Most Honored Professionals

2019

Talk Of The Town - Plastic Surgeons

2013-2015

Patient’s Choice Award

2012, 2014

PSP Best of Plastic and Cosmetic Surgeons

2012-2013

National Institute of Medicine Excellence

2013

Peer Reviewed Professionals

2013

Super Doctor’s The Top Chicago Physicians

2012

ASPS Certificate for completion of CME requirements

2003-2007

AMA Physician’s Recognition Award

2003-2007

The Botox Cosmetic Physician’s Network Award

2003-2008

Medical Advisory Board, MD TV Medical News Now

Oct-02

National Medical Expert, MD TV Medical News Now

Sep-02

1st place, Chief Resident Competition Chicago Plastic Surgery Society

Jun-99

Hellenic Medical Society Scholarship

1993-1994

Socrates Alumni Scholarship

1989-1990

Dean’s List at Loyola University

1987-1990

Presidential Scholarship at Loyola University

1987-1990

Ronald Reagan Presidential High School Merit Award

1987

PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES

American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)

American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ASAPS)

American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS)

Plastic Surgeon Education Foundation (PSEF)

Chicago Society of Plastic Surgeons

Aesthetic Surgery Education & Research Foundation (ASERF)

The Botox Cosmetic Physicians’ Network

Fellow of American College of Surgeons (FACS)

American College of Surgeons Professional Association

Hellenic Medical Society

Alumni Association of the Chicago Medical School

American Aesthetics Education Association


Past Member

European Anti-Aging Academy

American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine

American Medical Association (AMA)

Illinois State Medical Society

Chicago Medical Society

PUBLICATIONS

Speron, S. and Gamelli, R. Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis Syndrome versus Mycosis

Fungoides. Journal of Burn Care & Rehabilitation, 1997, 18:421-3.

LOCAL ACADEMIC PRESENTATIONS

Congenital Defects of the Hand and Upper Extremity, 10/11/97
Presented to: Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds
Loyola University Medical Center
Maywood, Illinois

Hand - Bone and Joint Injuries, 11/8/97
Presented to: Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds
Loyola University Medical Center
Maywood, Illinois

Hand - Vascular Injuries and Replantation, 1/10/98
Presented to: Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds
Loyola University Medical Center
Maywood, Illinois

Reconstruction of Facial Burns, 2/21/98
Presented to: Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds
Loyola University Medical Center
Maywood, Illinois

Lower Extremity Anatomy & Embryology, 5/2/98
Presented to: Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds
Loyola University Medical Center
Maywood, Illinois

Implants and Biomaterials in Plastic Surgery, 10/24/98
Presented to: Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds
Loyola University Medical Center
Maywood, Illinois

Carcinoma of the Lip, Mouth & Pharynx, 12/19/98
Presented to: Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds
Loyola University Medical Center
Maywood, Illinois

Autologous Breast Reconstruction, 3/13/99
Presented to: Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds
Loyola University Medical Center
Maywood, Illinois

Body Contouring, 4/17/99
Presented to: Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds
Loyola University Medical Center
Maywood, Illinois

Minimally Invasive Craniofacial Surgery, 6/99
Presented to: Annual Meeting of Chicago Plastic Surgical Society
Loyola University Medical Center
Maywood, Illinois

Dermal and Subcutaneous Tumors, 9/1/99
Presented to: Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds
Loyola University Medical Center
Maywood, Illinois

Infections of the Upper Extremity, 9/8/99
Presented to: Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds
Loyola University Medical Center
Maywood, Illinois

Minimally Invasive Craniofacial Surgery, 9/25/99
Presented to: Department of Surgery Grand Rounds
Loyola University Medical Center
Maywood, Illinois

Nerve Repairs of the Upper Extremity, 11/10/99
Presented to: Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds
Loyola University Medical Center
Maywood, Illinois

Compression Neuropathies in the Upper Limb, 12/15/99
Presented to: Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds
Loyola University Medical Center
Maywood, Illinois

Rhytidectomy, 1/12/00
Presented to: Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds
Loyola University Medical Center
Maywood, Illinois

Benign and Malignant Breast Disease, 2/16/00
Presented to: Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds
Loyola University Medical Center
Maywood, Illinois

Reduction Mammaplasty, 3/22/00
Presented to: Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds
Loyola University Medical Center
Maywood, Illinois

Burns and Inhalation Injury, 4/26/00
Presented to: Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds
Loyola University Medical Center
Maywood, Illinois

Facelifting For The Next Millennium, 8/7/00
Presented to: Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Grand Rounds
Loyola University Medical Center
Maywood, Illinois

Cosmetic Surgery, 12/4/00
Presented to: Family Practice Lecture Series
Resurrection Medical Center
Chicago, Illinois

How to excise any lesion, 3/27/01
Presented to: Family Practice Lecture Series
Resurrection Medical Center
Chicago, Illinois

Non-surgical skin rejuvenation, 4/11/01
Presented to: Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds
Loyola University Medical Center
Maywood, Illinois

New Beginnings, 07/30/01
Presented to: Singles Group
St. Hubert’s Church
Hoffman Estates, Illinois

Suturing for anyone, 11/7/01
Presented to: 2nd year medical students’ ICM rotation
Chicago Medical School/University of Health Sciences
North Chicago, Illinois

Fundamentals of wound closure, 11/13/02
Presented to: 1st & 2nd year medical students’ ICM rotation
Chicago Medical School/University of Health Sciences
North Chicago, Illinois

The latest trends in cosmetic surgery, 5/24/04
Presented to: Senior Center
Main Township Lecture Hall
Des Plaines, Illinois

Since 2007, Dr. Speron has given over 100 additional lectures to medical students, residents and educational public forums.

EMPLOYMENT

2000-Present

Dr. Speron Plastic Surgery, SC

Solo Private Practice

1997-2000

Hinsdale Hospital & Good Samaritan Hospital

Cardiovascular surgery resident moonlighter

1989-1990

Loyola Hospital

Pediatrics Patient Care Assistant/Nursing Assistant

1988

Lutheran General Hospital

Radiology filing clerk

1982-1992

Mr. James Restaurant (family owned & operated)

Cook/waiter/cashier/dishwasher

EXTRACURRICULAR

Greek Orthodox Youth Association and Young Adult League - 1984-2003

Sunday school teacher for seventh grade (1988-1992) and Teen Forum - 1993-2002

Community teaching projects on AIDS, drug abuse, basic first aid & CPR  - 1990-1992

Involved in park district baseball program at Dunham Park - 1987-1991

Founding member of the Loyola Karate Club - 1988-1990

INTERESTS

Comic books, weight training, football, baseball and music.

Basic Information
Email:
info@prplastic.com
Phone:
+1(847)-696 9900
Address:
7157 West Howard St
Niles, IL 60714
Languages Spoken:
English, Greek