Erin Stevens

Chicago

Spotter since 2018

About me

About me
For work, I am a custom prosthetics specialist known as an Anaplastologist. Our field focuses on creating highly realistic, life-like prostheses for the face and body as an alternative for patients who cannot (or choose not to) undergo reconstructive surgery. My professional community is very small and I have colleagues all around the world.

Outside of work, my wife and I love to travel as much as possible. We are suckers for good ambiance, a healthy glass of wine. Life is short, we want to enjoy every second.

Why Chicago
I have lived in Chicago over 10 years and I have no plans to leave. I love my city! There is always something new (or old) to discover here. Chicago has a beautiful downtown nestled against Lake Michigan with awesome architecture and exciting businesses dotted along the riverfront. However, my favorite places to go are usually the local hangouts that give each neighborhood their unique personality. I love its many old-school pubs and dive bars, local art galleries and black-box theaters, block parties and street festivals. The "support local" movement is growing stronger and I'm happy to be a part of it.

Where else can you find me online?
Some of my day to day can be seen on my work Instagram: @prosthetics_gm

You can learn more about my professional work from my work website and some of the non-profit organizations for which I serve on the Board of Directors.

Walter Spohn Trust

I also manage a Multi-Day Bike Tour event called the Worthwhile Mile, which supports the WST.

International Anaplastology Association

My spots (17)

Chicago-Magic-Lounge

Chicago Magic Lounge – Serious magic... & cocktails

"Chicago Magic Lounge" is in a large theater, but here they also do magic right at the bar! I recommend staying for several sets: you too will be stumped!

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Art & culture
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Bars
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Theaters

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Stevens

Feb 2, 2025
Dearborn-Denim

Dearborn Denim – Made in CHI, custom-tailored jeans

"Dearborn Denim" in Chicago has real, American-made denim jeans. They even lack the hems so you can have final stitches done on-site and custom for you!

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Shopping

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Erin

Stevens

Feb 2, 2025
Intl-Museum-Surgical-Science

Int'l Museum Surgical Science – Medicine then & now

"Int'l Museum Surgical Science" in Chicago sounds a little creepy at first. It makes you grateful to be alive in the most recent era of modern medicine...

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Art & culture

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Erin

Stevens

Jan 31, 2025
Bar-Roma

Bar Roma – Authentic Roman cuisine

"Bar Roma" in Chicago is my favorite Italian restaurant in the area hands down! This is kind of a big deal, since Italian isn't even my favorite cuisine...

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Bars
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Restaurants

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Erin

Stevens

Jan 31, 2025
Sacred-Art

Sacred Art – Local art lover's paradise

"Sacred Art" is a 100% local art shop with paintings, jewelry, ceramics, dioramas, photography and more. I love how the owners are almost always there...

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Art & culture
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Shopping

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Erin

Stevens

Jan 31, 2025
Hopleaf

Hopleaf – Beer enthusiast's delight

"Hopleaf" in Chicago started out as a tiny, dark tavern reminiscent of Belgium. They now also have a patio & restaurant, but beer still is the focus...

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Bars

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Erin

Stevens

Jan 31, 2025
Martys-Martini-Bar

Marty's Martini Bar – MAR-teeny-tiny bar

"Marty's Martini Bar" in Chicago is the kind of bar where you know you're among adults. The atmosphere's great but what's even greater are the drinks...

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Bars

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Erin

Stevens

Jan 31, 2025
Cornelia-Arts-Building

Cornelia Arts Building – Local artist studios

"Cornelia Arts Building" in Chicago is a converted industrial studio right by the train tracks -- it's been decades ahead of this art trend...

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Art & culture

By

Erin

Stevens

Jan 31, 2025

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