For board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Niki A. Christopoulos, being an exceptional surgeon is more than just having technical precision and skill. Managing patient expectations and direct communication is paramount to achieving optimal surgical and nonsurgical results. “I’m very honest with my patients, almost to a fault! I explain to them in detail what I can do and what to expect,” says the doctor. “I educate them about the ins and outs of their procedure, and most importantly, I listen to them.” Specializing in aesthetic surgery of the face, breast and body, Dr. Christopoulos helps her patients fine-tune their physiques when genetics, diet and exercise make it difficult to get the results they desire on their own.