Frequently Asked Questions
What is the mission of your practice?
My goal is to provide the highest quality medical care and service, emphasizing a proactive, comprehensive approach to both disease prevention and wellness. I will aggressively attempt to prevent medical illnesses before they occur. These services will be provided in a relaxed, professional setting. From the moment you enter my office, I want you to be completely satisfied with every aspect of your care.
How will the practice be different?
It will be better! I will be limiting the size of my practice so I can devote more time to each patient’s care and individual needs. This practice change allows me to schedule up to 30 minutes for routine appointments and approximately 60 minutes for the annual exam. Appointments will start promptly, and I will be able to spend more time with you. If a problem requires extra time for evaluation, I will reasonably accommodate you to the best of my ability. Also, our communication will be enhanced through patient-dedicated cell phone and email.
Are you staying at the same office location?
Yes. My office will remain at 200 S. Michigan Avenue, Suite 805, Chicago IL, 60604
What if I have an emergency?
Please know that you can contact me anytime you feel the need to consult with me; however, if you have a life-threatening emergency, call 911 immediately. You can then call me or have the hospital personnel contact me so that I can assist in your care. If you have a non-urgent problem, I suggest you contact me first.
What if I need to see a specialist or a surgeon?
Should you desire, I am available to help you decide which specialists to see and to coordinate such consultations. In this way the most appropriate resource is used, the earliest arrangements are made, and your applicable medical information is sent in advance of your specialist visit.
Will I be required to pay my annual fee even if I do not use your services?
Yes. Paying your annual fee allows you to be a member of my practice whether you are sick or well. I strongly encourage you to utilize the benefits offered, regardless of your state of health, to proactively safeguard your health.
Can I enroll in your personalized medical practice at a later date?
By design, my practice is a membership practice with a limited enrollment. Once that enrollment limit is reached, a waiting list will be established. Every effort will be made to accommodate interested patients now and in the future, but the enrollment limit must be honored in order to continue to provide the highest standard of personalized care and service to all patients.
What are Dr. Costas' credentials?
- Board Certified, American Board of Internal Medicine, 1996, Recertification, 2006
- Private Practice, Michigan Avenue Internists, LLC, Chicago, IL 1996–Present
- President, Northwestern Health Care Corporation, Chicago, IL 2012–Present
- Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine, Northwestern University Medical School, Chicago, IL 2003–Present
- Fellow, American College of Physicians, 2008–Present
- Instructor in Clinical Medicine, Northwestern University Medical School, Chicago, IL 1996–2003
- Associate Firm Chief, Northwestern University Medical School, Chicago, IL 1999–2003
Educational Background
- Chief Residency, Northwestern University Medical School, Chicago, IL 1996–1997
- Residency, Northwestern University Medical School, Chicago, IL 1994–1996
- Internship, Northwestern University Medical School, Chicago, IL 1993–1994
- MD, Loyola University, Stritch School of Medicine, Chicago, IL 1989–1993
- BS, Biology, Loyola University, Chicago, IL 1985–1989
Honors and Awards
- Teaching Excellence Award, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL 2003–2007, 2009, 2011, 2012
- Compassionate Doctor Recognition, 2010
- Top Tier, MD, 2010
- Patient Choice Award, 2008
- “Best Doctors” in America, 2005–Present
- Dean’s Award for Teaching Excellence, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL 2001
