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To schedule a cosmetic surgery consultation, contact our plastic surgeon serving patients in the Milwaukee, Madison, and surrounding areas.
Robert Whitfield, MD, FACS Department of Plastic Surgery 8700 Watertown Plank Road Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53226 Ph: 866-721-4575
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Among colleagues and patients alike, Dr. Robert Whitfield is known as a talented, personable plastic surgeon. Individuals in Milwaukee, Madison, and surrounding areas who are considering aesthetic enhancement with a face lift, eyelid surgery, BOTOX® Cosmetic, rhinoplasty, breast augmentation, breast reconstruction, tummy tuck, or other treatment can expect to receive exceptional care in a comfortable setting from Dr. Whitfield.
Because of Dr. Robert Whitfield’s educational background and experience, he is a well-respected plastic surgeon in the Milwaukee area. He obtained his bachelor of science degree from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) in 1992. He then attended the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) School of Medicine, where he obtained his doctorate in 1996. In 2002, Dr. Whitfield completed his general surgery residency followed by his plastic surgery residency two years later, both at the Indiana University Medical Center. In 2005, he completed a fellowship in microsurgery/hand surgery at UNLV.
After completing his formal training, Dr. Whitfield was appointed to the UNLV Division of Plastic surgery as a clinical instructor (2004 to 2005) and to the Medical College of Wisconsin’s Department of Plastic Surgery as an assistant professor (2005 to present). Dr. Whitfield also pursued continuing education training at the Dallas Rhinoplasty Symposium, Atlanta Breast Symposium, Atlanta Oculoplastic Symposium, International Perforator Flap Course in Barcelona, Spain, as well as National Society Meetings of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, and the American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery.
Dr. Whitfield has lectured at various local, regional, and national meetings and workshops, presenting on such plastic surgery issues as breast reconstruction and reconstruction after burns and cancer treatment. Currently he has Institutional Review Board approval from the Medical College of Wisconsin to study trends in Lower Extremity Reconstruction using free tissue transfer. These honors reflect the high quality of care our plastic surgeon is able to provide to patients in Milwaukee, Madison, and surrounding communities.
Dr. Whitfield has been involved with the following professional medical organizations:
Dr. Whitfield is certified by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Plastic Surgery. He is licensed in the states of Wisconsin, Nevada, and Indiana.
Using some of the most advanced equipment available, our plastic surgeon provides Milwaukee-area patients with consistently good results. Mirror imaging, laser, and endoscopic technology make undergoing and recovering from many cosmetic procedures quicker and more comfortable than ever before. For breast reconstruction patients, Dr. Whitfield uses several specialized technologies.
Mirror imaging technology uses the patient’s own image to illustrate the potential results he or she may expect after a cosmetic procedure. This allows patients to establish reasonable treatment goals, and it helps Dr. Whitfield to meet those goals. Dr. Whitfield uses mirror imaging for rhinoplasty consultations.
Dr. Whitfield uses sophisticated erbium laser technology to perform laser skin resurfacing treatments, which can improve the appearance of facial lines and wrinkles, acne scarring, sun damage, and uneven pigmentation. The erbium laser vaporizes the damaged top layer of skin, exposing the fresh underlying layer. Laser treatment typically causes less skin irritation than traditional skin treatment techniques, which shortens the recovery period.
Dr. Whitfield performs several procedures endoscopically: endoscopic mid-face lift, endoscopic brow lift, and endoscopic breast augmentation. Endoscopy is a minimally invasive technique in which a thin tube with a light and camera attached is inserted into a tiny incision near the area to be treated. The camera projects images of the internal area onto a screen. Endoscopy is ideal for many cosmetic procedures, since it results in minimal scarring and allows for great precision during surgery.
For patients undergoing DIEP flap breast reconstruction, Dr. Whitfield performs a CT scan to identify the blood vessels that will be used for the tissue transfer. Dr. Whitfield uses the SPY Imaging System to evaluate the blood flow in the newly transferred tissue for the breast reconstruction. After surgery, he uses ViOptix technology to monitor the newly transferred tissue to identify blood vessel problems before they become apparent to the trained eye. DIEP flap breast reconstruction patients (and also tummy tuck patients) have benefited from the use of pain pumps. These devices are filled with local anesthesia which is released in small amounts into the surgical site to decrease pain, over a period of 24 to 48 hours. Dr. Whitfield also uses the rapid recovery system.
For more information on advanced technology at the office of Dr. Robert Whitfield, contact our plastic surgeon in Milwaukee.
Dr. Whitfield accepts financing through M&I® Bank, which allows patients to take out loans for cosmetic procedures. For further information on financing for cosmetic surgery, please contact our office manager.
If you are considering cosmetic surgery, you should discuss your options and goals with an experienced plastic surgeon. Patients in Milwaukee, Madison, and surrounding areas can expect exceptional care at the office of Dr. Robert Whitfield. To schedule a consultation, contact our plastic surgeon today.