Choosing plastic or reconstructive surgery often comes after months — or even years — of physical discomfort, emotional stress, or unanswered questions about your options. You may be looking for restoration after cancer, relief from symptoms that affect daily life, or a surgical change that feels aligned with your goals.
Dr. Megan Fracol offers a range of procedures to address these concerns and help you move forward with confidence. A board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon in Chicago, IL, Dr. Fracol is known for her advanced microsurgical background and commitment to patient education. Her work combines technical precision with compassion, helping patients feel informed and supported at every stage.
Breast Reconstruction
Breast reconstruction helps restore breast shape and symmetry following a mastectomy, lumpectomy, or trauma. Dr. Fracol offers multiple reconstructive approaches, allowing patients to explore options that align with their anatomy, health history, and personal preferences.
Autologous Breast Reconstruction
Autologous breast reconstruction uses your own tissue to recreate the breast and may include advanced microsurgical techniques such as:
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DIEP flap reconstruction
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PAP flap reconstruction
These techniques avoid muscle removal and focus on natural tissue transfer.
Implant-Based Breast Reconstruction
Implant reconstruction uses saline or silicone implants and may be performed in stages depending on treatment history.
Surgeries for Breast Implant-Associated Malignancies
Dr. Fracol has specialized experience managing complex conditions such as BIA-ALCL, providing comprehensive surgical care when implant-related malignancies are involved.
Breast Surgery
Breast surgery can address physical symptoms, cosmetic concerns, or both. Each procedure is customized based on anatomy and goals, with a focus on balance and long-term comfort.
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Breast Reduction: Reduces excess breast tissue to relieve neck, back, and shoulder strain
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Breast Lift (Mastopexy): Raises and reshapes breasts affected by aging or weight changes
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Breast Augmentation: Increases breast volume using implants
Body Contouring
Body contouring procedures focus on reshaping areas affected by weight changes, pregnancy, or aging. These surgeries aim to improve comfort, movement, and overall body proportions.
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Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck): Removes excess skin and tightens the abdominal area
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Body Contouring After Weight Loss: Addresses loose skin following significant weight reduction
Why Choose Dr. Megan Fracol for Procedures in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Megan Fracol brings advanced training and academic leadership to every procedure she performs. She earned her medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania, completed residency at Northwestern, and pursued a fellowship in microsurgical reconstruction at MD Anderson Cancer Center.
With more than 30 published research articles and presentations at national surgical organizations, Dr. Fracol combines evidence-based care with clear, compassionate communication. Her hospital affiliations with Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital allow her to support patients across a wide range of reconstructive and aesthetic needs, always prioritizing safety and education.
Move Forward With Confidence
Whether you are exploring reconstruction, breast surgery, or body contouring, understanding your options is an important part of moving forward. Dr. Megan Fracol provides comprehensive surgical care grounded in experience, research, and patient-focused decision-making.
To learn more about available procedures or discuss your goals, contact Dr. Fracol’s office in Chicago, IL at (312) 695-6022.