The 10 Non-Negotiable Consultation Questions
Ask your provider these 10 questions during your initial Chicago consultation:
- 1. What is your specific Illinois medical license (MD, DO, APRN, PA, RN)?
- 2. Who is the Medical Director of this facility, and what is their medical specialty?
- 3. How many years have you been performing this specific injectable or laser procedure?
- 4. Do you buy your products directly from the manufacturer or an authorized US distributor?
- 5. Can I see the authentic box and vial before you draw up my dose?
- 6. Do you keep hyaluronidase on site, and what is your plan if a blood vessel blockage (vascular occlusion) is suspected? Published guidance describes repeat high-dose hyaluronidase injections for a suspected blockage.
- 7. Are your prices billed per unit/syringe, or as a flat package fee?
- 8. What is the expected downtime, and what is your 24-hour after-hours emergency protocol?
- 9. Can I view unedited before-and-after photos of actual patients you personally treated?
- 10. Is a 2-week follow-up evaluation included in my treatment plan?
How to Check the Answers
Look up the name and license type you are given on the IDFPR License Lookup, a free public tool, and look up the Medical Director too. Our walkthrough is in how to verify Illinois med spa licenses.
If an answer raises concerns, compare it with med spa red flags in Chicago. For how clinics quote prices (question 7), see what Chicago med spa pricing actually looks like.
Ready to compare clinics? Browse the best med spas in Chicago and use these questions at each consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will an injector be offended if I ask these questions?
Asking is reasonable. A clinic should be able to answer questions about credentials, emergency readiness and safety protocols, and if it will not, treat that as a reason to look elsewhere.
Sources
- License lookup, Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
- How Should We Use Hyaluronidase for Dissolving Hyaluronic Acid Fillers? (Hong et al., 2025), Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, via PubMed Central
- Considerations for Proper Use of Hyaluronidase in the Management of Hyaluronic Acid Fillers, PubMed Central
Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this guide is for educational, consumer vetting, and pricing comparison purposes only and does not constitute formal medical advice, clinical diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. Always schedule a direct in-person consultation with an Illinois-licensed medical professional (MD, DO, APRN, PA) to assess your individual anatomical suitability and medical history.