Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

We believe in family-centered care​, which means we take care of the whole family and ensure they’re deeply involved in their child’s care. Family education and counseling is a major emphasis of our care.

A multidisciplinary team of experienced healthcare providers will treat your child. Multidisciplinary teams are essential for treating the many complex conditions that need plastic surgery. The division has an active part in several large multidisciplinary teams at Lurie Children’s, including those listed below.

Cleft-Crani​​ofacial

This team treats cleft lip and palate and other abnormalities of the head (cranium) and face. Along with plastic surgeons, this team includes pediatric specialists from audiology, dentistry, genetics, neurosurgery, ophthalmology, oral surgery, orthodontics, otolaryngology, psychology, social services and speech and language pathology.

Vascular Lesions

This team treats abnormalities of the blood vessels (vascular lesions) involving the skin and soft tissues. These lesions include hemangiomas, arteriovenous malformations (AVMs), venous malformations and lymphatic malformations. Joining plastic surgeons on this team are pediatric specialists from dermatology, interventional radiology, genetics, hematology, general pediatric surgery, ophthalmology, orthopaedic surgery, otolaryngology, psychology, rehabilitative services and social services.

Cosmetic Surgeries

Our plastic surgeons also perform cosmetic surgeries in teenagers. These procedures include rhinoplasty (nose reshaping), body contouring (such as liposuction) and enhancement of facial contour.