Mark Sisco

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Dr. Mark Sisco is a board-certified plastic surgeon at NorthShore University HealthSystem and Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery at the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine. An honors graduate of both Columbia University and Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Dr. Sisco went on to do his general surgery and plastic surgery training at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. He then completed advanced fellowship training in microsurgery and breast reconstruction at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York.
 
An avid researcher as well as a clinician, Dr. Sisco has performed pioneering laboratory research on scar formation and healing. He has published many articles on various aspects of plastic surgery and edited a widely-used textbook for plastic surgery trainees.
 
Dr. Sisco’s practice focuses on cosmetic and reconstructive breast surgery, aesthetic surgery of the face, body contouring, and complex reconstructive surgery

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  • NorthShore University HealthSystem

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  • Sharecare News
    Sharecare News posted a story about Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery:

    MONDAY, April 29 (HealthDay News) -- More women are getting arm lifts, according to newly released statistics, with the number growing from about 300 procedures in 2000 to about 15,000 in 2012.

    This type of cosmetic procedure can include removal of fat by liposuction or surgery called bra...Full Article

  • Sharecare News
    Sharecare News posted a story about Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery:

    FRIDAY, Oct. 26 (HealthDay News) -- Within a year after having face transplant surgery, some patients regain sensory and motor functions such as the ability to speak, chew food and smile, experts have found.

    For the study, Dr. Bohdan Pomahac, director of the plastic surgery transplantatio...Full Article

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    When is breast reconstruction surgery performed?

    Breast reconstruction surgery can be performed either at time of the mastectomy or delayed until a time after the mastectomy.  Learn more from Dr. Mark Sisco on behalf of NorthShore University HealthSystem about breast recontruction surgery.

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    What are some less invasive reconstruction techniques?

    Modern technology allows doctors to use minimally invasive techniques important for harvesting the tissues used in reconstruction surgery.  Learn more from Dr. Mark Sisco on behalf of NorthShore University HealthSystem about reconstruction techniques.

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    What is an abdominoplasty?

    An abdominoplasty is used to rejuvenate the abdomen or abdominal wall after weight loss, pregnancy, or in order to remove fat from around the abdomen. Learn more from Dr. Mark Sisco on behalf of NorthShore University HealthSystem about an abdominoplasty.

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    What are the risks of body contouring surgery?

    Body contouring is the reshaping of the body after weight loss, pregnancy or other factors. Learn more from Dr. Mark Sisco on behalf of NorthShore University HealthSystem about body contouring.

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    What reconstruction techniques are available after breast cancer surgery?

    After breast cancer surgery there are a variety of options available to the patient to reconstruct the breast. Learn more from Dr. Mark Sisco on behalf of NorthShore University HealthSystem about reconstruction surgery.

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    How can I prevent scarring?

    Since there are not many proven therapies that help prevent scars, try some tips that can help reduce the appearance of scars. Learn more from Dr. Mark Sisco on behalf of NorthShore University HealthSystem about scarring.

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    What is breast reconstruction?

    Breast reconstruction is most commonly used to restore the form and shape of the breast after breast cancer. Learn more from Dr. Mark Sisco on behalf of NorthShore University HealthSystem about breast reconstruction.

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    What is a tummy tuck?

    A tummy tuck is designed to improve the shape of the abdomen by removing excess skin, excess fat, and tightening the abdominal wall. Learn more from Dr. Mark Sisco on behalf of NorthShore University HealthSystem about a tummy tuck.

     

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