Dr. Van Putten Ophthalmic Plastic, Reconstructive & Cosmetic Surgery For Douglas J. Van Putten, M.D., F.A.C.S. cosmetic surgery is both a professional career and a personal commitment that is dedicated to helping women and men achieve a more attractive, natural-looking, youthful appearance. Dr. Van Putten is a specialist in Ophthalmic, Plastic, Reconstructive and Cosmetic Surgery of the eyes, face and neck. Meeting the challenges of technical advances in his field, as well as evolving patient requirements, he can rejuvenate the brow, face and neck. He utilizes the most technically advanced lasers and surgical techniques available, including endoscopic cosmetic surgery procedures that leave no visible scars and offer quicker recovery times than traditional surgery. Specialty: Fellowships: Fellow, American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstruction Surgeons Fellow, American Board of Ophthalmology Fellow, American College of Surgeons Fellow, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery Fellow, American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Member, American Society of Lipo-Suction Surgery Member, American Medical Association Diplomat, National Board of Medical Examiners, July, 1986 Education: Post doctoral fellowship training at Baylor, Cullen Eye Institute with Milton Boniuk, M.D. in Ophthalmic Plastic, Reconstructive, Orbital Surgery and Oncology from July 3, 1990 to June 30, 1991. Post doctoral residency training at Loma Linda University Medical Center in Ophthalmology from July 1, 1986 to June 30, 1989. Twelve months of post doctoral training in Internal Medicine at Loma Linda University Medical Center, July 1, 1985 to June 30, 1986. Doctoral training at Loma Linda University Medical School, Loma Linda, CA, 1981 to 1985. Undergraduate School: Andrews University, Berrien Springs, Michigan, 1977 to 1981, B.A. in Biology with Chemistry minor. Faculty Appointment: Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Ophthalmology, Ophthalmic Plastic, Orbital and Reconstructive Surgery and Oncology, St. James Hospital and Health Centers, Olympia Fields, IL, 1992 to present. Personal Experience: National Training Center in the BOTOX Cosmetic Physicians' Network (Dr. Van Putten has thirteen years experience with BOTOX and is one of a small select group of experts elected to train other physicians.) Anterior segment, oculoplastic, orbital reconstructive surgery and oncology. Ophthalmology, Inc., Northwest Indiana and Chicago Ð 1991 to Present. Member of the American College of Surgeons Ambulatory Surgical Care Committee, 1997-2000. Member of the American College of Surgeons Committee on Young Surgeons, 1997 to 2000. Certified Instructor for Coherent UltraPulse 5000C CO2 Laser - 1996 - Present Founder of New Found Youth Laser Cosmetic Surgery and Skin Health Centre - 1995 Oculoplastic Consultant and Surgeon, Cayman Islands, April 1995 to present. Ophthalmic Consultant and Surgeon, Cayman Brac, British West Indies, June 1990. General Ophthalmology, anterior segment, laser and oculoplastic surgery. Inland Eye Institute, Colton, CA, July 1989 Ð June 1990. General Medical Officer and Ophthalmic Consultant, Cayman Brac, British West Indies, July 1988. Ophthalmic Surgery and Clinic Mission, Higueras, Mexico, October 1987. Urgent care at University Prompt Care, Grad Terrace, California, 1986 to 1988. Residency: Internal Medicine: 12 months of post doctoral training at Loma Linda University Medical Center, 1985- 86 Ophthalmology: Loma Linda University Medical Center, 1986-89 Fellowship: Cullen Eye Institute w/ Milton Boniuk, M.D. in Ophthalmic Plastic, Reconstructive, Orbital Surgery and Oncology 1990-91 Other Degree: B.A., Biology w/ Chemistry minor, Andrews University, Berrien Spring, MI - 1977-81 Languages: English Recent Articles: Dr. Van Putten and Botox featured in the April 2, 2002 issue of USA Today. A Bite to Eat, a Chat, a Shot featured in the April 20, 2002 issue of the Chicago Sun Times.