For women navigating life after mastectomy, breast reconstruction can be a beautifully restorative step toward feeling whole again. At our Near North Side practice, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Marco Ellis brings more than a decade of advanced training and surgical experience at Northwestern Memorial Hospital to every reconstruction he performs.
Recognized for his refined technique and artistry-forward approach, Dr. Ellis has helped countless Chicago women rediscover their confidence with results that look and feel beautifully natural. His care is shaped by deep expertise, genuine empathy, and a commitment to outcomes patients trust.
What Is Implant-Based Breast Reconstruction?
Implant-based reconstruction uses a silicone or saline implant to gently rebuild the shape and softness of the breast after mastectomy. It’s the most popular reconstructive option in the U.S. — favored for its shorter recovery, smaller incisions, and elegant, predictable results that feel uniquely yours.
How the Process Works
Reconstruction is typically performed in stages. During the first stage, Dr. Ellis places a tissue expander beneath the chest muscle or skin, gradually creating space for the final implant. Once your body has healed, the expander is exchanged for a permanent implant in a shorter second procedure. In select cases, a direct-to-implant approach can be completed in a single step.
Choosing the Right Implant
From smooth silicone to highly cohesive “gummy bear” implants, today’s options are more advanced — and more personalized — than ever before. During your consultation, Dr. Ellis will guide you through the shape, size, profile, and projection that best complement your figure, lifestyle, and aesthetic vision.
Breast Reconstruction Recovery & Results
Most patients return to light activity within one to two weeks, with final results emerging gracefully over several months. Optional finishing touches — like nipple reconstruction or 3D areola tattooing — can add a final layer of artistry to your transformation, helping you feel beautifully restored inside and out.
Why Choose Dr. Marco Ellis?
Dr. Ellis is celebrated throughout Chicago for blending surgical precision with a true artistic eye. His patients consistently describe their experience as compassionate, empowering, and confidence-restoring. With privileges at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and a reputation for natural-looking, beautifully balanced results, Dr. Ellis is a trusted choice for women seeking reconstruction that honors their individuality and feels authentically their own.
Schedule Your Private Consultation
Ready to begin your reconstruction journey with a surgeon who treats every patient with skill, warmth, and discretion? Call (312) 695-6022 today to schedule your private consultation with Dr. Marco Ellis in Chicago’s Near North Side.