Richard A. Joseph, M.D.
Plastic Surgery • Effingham, IL
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Last gathered July 11, 2026. How our information is sourced · Report incorrect information
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FAQs
What should I expect regarding anesthesia and procedure time?
In most cases, you will receive anesthesia before your procedure. Generally, most plastic surgery procedures will take at least a few hours, depending on your chosen surgery. Expect to take an entire day off.
What happens immediately after surgery?
You must wait at our clinic while our team monitors you and you will not be allowed to leave until all-clear from Dr. Joseph. A trusted driver is often needed to take you home.
What about recovery?
Downtime can vary from hours to weeks depending on the procedure; our team provides post-operative instructions and recovery guidance.
What is the typical anesthesia used for procedures?
In most cases, you will receive anesthesia before your procedure.
How long do plastic surgery procedures take?
Generally, most plastic surgery procedures will take at least a few hours, depending on your chosen surgery.
What is the recommended downtime after surgery?
Downtime can vary from hours to weeks depending on the type of plastic surgery procedure.
What are post-operative instructions like for Naperville patients?
Naperville will have a different set of post-operative instructions and recovery and downtime needs.
Can someone drive me home after surgery?
Many of our procedures require a trusted person to drive you home to ensure your safety.
Where is the clinic located?
Mill Street Professional Building, 1250 North Mill St., Suite 103, Naperville, IL 60563
Photos
Photos published by Richard A. Joseph, M.D. showing the plastic surgery practice in Effingham, IL.
What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- US News (Dr. Dean A. Page): Not provided in search results (Not provided in search results)
- RealSelf (W. John Bull, MD): 4.6 (33 reviews)
- Healthgrades (Dr. William Bull): Not provided; 39 ratings shown (39 ratings (15 with written review))
- John Bull Center (reviews page): Not provided (Not provided)
Patients praise
- Reviews describe good outcomes and feeling listened to during the process (John Bull Center)
- RealSelf content for Dr. Bull includes highly favorable patient experience and positive remarks about results
- Some doctor profiles emphasize expertise/knowledge and caring approach (WebMD)
Common complaints
- Healthgrades review excerpt mentions a negative office/visit experience (receptionist not friendly; doctor seemed rushed)
- DoctorHelps listing appears to show complaint-style/negative descriptions of perceived deformities/imperfections rather than structured verified patient reviews
"“Dr Bull‘s procedure was like magic… Minor discomfort… it has only been since three weeks since my procedure and my new implants already look better…”"
- RealSelf - W. John Bull, MD (Naperville)"“Very informational and thorough doctor… Extremely happy with my results and will recommend Dr Bull…”"
- Healthgrades - Dr. William Bull, MD (Naperville)"“The receptionist was not friendly and was snippy… The doctor seemed rushed…”"
- Healthgrades - Dr. William Bull, MD (Naperville)Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 - sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Illinois - Board Certified Plastic Surgeons - Aug 13, 2025
- HSHS Medical Group Dr. Eduardo Vaca, General Surgeon, to Effingham – Effingham County Chamber - Nov 17, 2025
- HSHS Medical Group Welcomes Dr. Eduardo Vaca, General Surgeon, To Effingham | Effingham Radio - Nov 20, 2025
- Top Plastic Surgeon Chicago Dr. Otto Placik Showcases Alloclae Innovation on WGN News - Bling Headlines - Jan 27, 2026
- FTM Top Surgery in Illinois - Surgeon List - TopSurgery.net - Apr 28, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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