Hand & Plastic Surgery Associates is the Palos Heights group medical practice of Dr. Nabil Barakat, M.D., Ramsey A. Ellis, M.D., Gary A. Kronen, M.D., and Nicholas J. Speziale, M.D., all of whom have completed advanced fellowship training in microvascular and hand surgery. Their specialties range from minor hand injuries to complicated microvascular issues. The practice handles workers' compensation cases and refers internally to on-site licensed occupational therapists.