Profile of Marco Ellis, MD

As a board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Marco Ellis specializes in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the face and body. Dr. Ellis practices all aspects of plastic surgery but has expertise in reconstructive surgery of the face. His unique training, experience and knowledge in facial surgery give him unparalleled expertise in assessing facial form. He specializes in cosmetic and complex reconstructive surgery of the face, ranging from revision cosmetic surgery and jaw reconstructive surgery. He continues to implement innovative and state-of-the-art reconstructive options to patients with cancer and complex wounds.

Dr. Marco Ellis is a Diplomate of the American Board of Plastic Surgeons and Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He is an assistant professor in the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University. He also holds a title in the Department of Neurological Surgery, where he participates in complex scalp and skull reconstruction. Dr. Ellis is also an adjunct assistant professor at the University of Illinois Chicago in the Division of Plastic, Reconstructive and Cosmetic Surgery. He holds the title of Director of Microsurgery and Breast Services.

Procedures of Marco Ellis, MD ⁽¹³⁾

Procedure	Rank in Chicago	Rank in IL	Rank in US
Craniofacial Surgery Craniofacial surgery is a surgical subspecialty that deals with congenital and acquired deformities of the head, skull, face, neck, jaws and associated structures.	Ranked in Chicago: 2	Ranked in IL: 2	Ranked in US: 18
Scalp & Skull Reconstruction The scalp & skull are reconstructed with a radial forearm fasciocutaneous free flap with anastomosis to the superficial temporal vessels.	Ranked in Chicago: 1	Ranked in IL: 1	Ranked in US: 18
Facial Fracture Treatment The usual treatment for facial fractures involves two steps, reduction or "setting of the bone" and fixation.	Ranked in Chicago: 1	Ranked in IL: 2	Ranked in US: 22
Chin Augmentation A chin augmentation refers to refinement/improvement of the bone contour of the chin area.	Ranked in Chicago: 4	Ranked in IL: 31	Ranked in US: 848
Neck Lift A procedure that improves the look of the neck by redraping sagging, wrinkled skin. In addition, it tightens the skin by removing excess skin.	Ranked in Chicago: 16	Ranked in IL: 75	Ranked in US: 1211
Facial Feminization Facial feminization surgery refers to a group of procedures that can make a face look more feminine.	Ranked in Chicago: 1	Ranked in IL: 2	Ranked in US: 26
Facial Rejuvenation Facial rejuvenation is a cosmetic treatment which aims to restore a youthful appearance to the human face.	Ranked in Chicago: 3	Ranked in IL: 2	Ranked in US: 382
Skin Cancer Treatment Skin cancer treatment depends on the type of cancer, its location and depth, and patient factors like age or other illnesses.	Ranked in Chicago: 3	Ranked in IL: 4	Ranked in US: 305
Mommy Makeover Mommy makeover is a combination of plastic surgery procedures that can help restore your pre-baby body after dramatic changes brought on by pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding.	Ranked in Chicago: 48	Ranked in IL: 164	Ranked in US: 1877
Arm Lift An upper arm lift is a cosmetic surgical procedure that removes excess fat and loose skin on your underarms, eliminating the appearance of “bat wings.”	Ranked in Chicago: 30	Ranked in IL: 76	Ranked in US: 1162
Breast Augmentation Breast augmentation is a plastic surgery procedure that can enhance your breast size and shape.	Ranked in Chicago: 32	Ranked in IL: 128	Ranked in US: 1727
Breast Lift A procedure that lifts the breast tissue and repositions the nipples to remedy sagging breasts.	Ranked in Chicago: 19	Ranked in IL: 26	Ranked in US: 1571
Breast Reconstruction Breast reconstruction surgery helps restore a more natural, symmetrical appearance of a breast that has been removed by a mastectomy or altered by a lumpectomy as part of breast cancer treatment.	Ranked in Chicago: 7	Ranked in IL: 19	Ranked in US: 1065