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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know before your first visit. If you cannot find your answer, our team is happy to help.

Getting started

What makes ELARIS North Shore different?

ELARIS North Shore offers longer, unhurried appointments with one clinician who takes the time to understand your whole picture, bringing personalized medicine, wellness, longevity, and aesthetics together under one roof.

Where is ELARIS North Shore located?

ELARIS North Shore is located at 4711 Golf Rd, Suite 1055, Skokie, IL 60076, on the Chicago North Shore.

When will ELARIS North Shore open?

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Appointments & booking

Is ELARIS North Shore by appointment only?

Yes. ELARIS North Shore is an appointment-based practice, allowing us to provide a more private, personalized experience and dedicated time for every patient.

How do I book an appointment?

Appointments can be booked online through our secure booking portal. Select the service that best fits your needs and choose an available appointment time. Not sure where to start? Contact us and we’ll be happy to guide you.

What happens at a first appointment?

Your first appointment is tailored to the service you select. Depending on your needs, your visit may include a review of your health history, goals, current concerns, medications, relevant labs, and a personalized plan for next steps.

Services

Can ELARIS North Shore be my primary care provider?

Yes. ELARIS North Shore provides personalized primary and preventive care, including routine health visits, preventive screenings, evaluation of new concerns, chronic condition management, medication management and ongoing health planning.

What is Membership Care?

Membership Care is an ongoing care relationship for patients who value continuity, enhanced access and a more connected approach to their health, with preferred member benefits across select ELARIS North Shore Wellness, Longevity and Aesthetic services.

Is Medical Weight Management right for me?

Every program begins with an individualized consultation. We review your health history, current medications, goals and relevant clinical factors before recommending a plan. Treatment options are recommended only when medically appropriate.

What does longevity care involve?

Longevity care at ELARIS North Shore takes a proactive approach to health, with attention to factors that may influence how you feel and function over time. Care begins with an individualized consultation and may include laboratory evaluation, hormone assessment, lifestyle recommendations and other clinically appropriate treatment options.

Aesthetics

Who performs aesthetic treatments?

Aesthetic treatments at ELARIS North Shore are performed by a licensed clinician following an individualized consultation and clinical assessment.

Will I look “done”?

The goal at ELARIS North Shore is refinement, not transformation. Treatments are planned conservatively with attention to your natural features, facial balance and individual goals.

Is there downtime after treatment?

Downtime varies depending on the treatment. Some services may involve little to no downtime, while others may cause temporary swelling, redness, bruising or sensitivity. Expected recovery and aftercare will be reviewed with you before treatment.

Payment & policies

Do you accept insurance?

ELARIS North Shore is a self-pay practice and does not bill insurance. Transparent pricing allows us to focus on personalized care without the limitations of traditional insurance-based models.

Still have questions?

We are here to help.

Reach out to our team, or book a consultation to talk it through in person.