Meet The Team - Breast Implant-related Illness (BII)

Our BII Team is an accomplished and dedicated group of professionals devoted to the health and wellbeing of patients dealing with breast implant-related illnesses. We offer a full range of diagnostics, detox support, and functional medicine treatment services designed to help our patients address their unique symptoms and achieve optimal health outcomes.

Our team is spearheaded by board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Robert Whitfield. He has been named the “Breast Implant Illness Expert” due to his extensive experience of successfully treating patients with breast implant complications. We work closely as a team to ensure that our patients receive the most comprehensive care and support.

In addition to providing surgical treatment of BII starting with proper implant removal, we are committed to educating our patients about the reasons why breast implant illness occurs. We believe that informed patients are better equipped to make decisions that are in their best interests. We stive to empower our patients with the knowledge they need to make informed choices as they begin their explant journey.

At our Breast Implant Illness Clinic, we understand that every patient is unique, and we customize our treatment plans to suit each patient's individual needs.

If you or someone you know is dealing with breast implant complications, we invite you to contact our Breast Implant Illness team today. We are here to help you achieve optimal health and wellbeing, and we look forward to serving you.

OUR BREAST IMPLANT ILLNESS TEAM IS HERE TO HELP

Dr. Robert Whitfield

MD, FACS

Dr. Robert Whitfield, M.D., is a world-renowned holistic plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. He specializes in Breast Implant Illness (BII) and pioneering surgical techniques. His expertise in oncology and microsurgery distinguishes him as a leader in advanced breast explant procedures and innovative treatments like the "No-Cut" Facelift.

Dr. Whitfield embodies compassionate surgical care, pioneering a new paradigm where surgical excellence merges seamlessly with holistic healing. His unwavering commitment to transparency and patient-centered innovation continues to redefine the landscape of Breast Implant Illness treatment and surgical recovery, delivering transformative insights and outcomes for patients worldwide.

At the heart of Dr. Whitfield's practice is the Strategic Holistic Accelerated Recovery Program (SHARP), a groundbreaking protocol designed to optimize patient recovery and promote comprehensive healing. This innovative approach integrates advanced testing and analysis with personalized strategies and management techniques tailored to each patient's unique physiology and specific needs. Recognized as a revolution in patient care and advocacy, SHARP exemplifies Dr. Whitfield's commitment to transforming the surgical experience and establishing new benchmarks in integrated health and wellness.

Based in Austin, Texas, Dr. Whitfield has garnered acclaim for his dedication to breast health and cutting-edge techniques. Honored consistently on the Texas Super Doctors list and recognized as one of the "Best Doctors in America," he is a trusted authority and sought-after resource to medical organizations, journals, and media platforms. As the host of the acclaimed podcast "Breast Implant Illness," Dr. Whitfield shares patients' compelling stories, explores treatments, and unveils transformative outcomes, shedding light on critical issues and advancements in plastic surgery and noninvasive treatments.

Dr. Whitfield received his medical degree from the University of Las Vegas School of Medicine. He then completed six years of surgical training and a plastic surgery residency at Indiana University Medical Center. He returned to Nevada for a microsurgery fellowship before settling down to practice and teach at the Medical College of Wisconsin for seven years. In 2012, Dr. Whitfield came to Austin and became renowned for his breast surgery expertise. He entered private practice in 2017. In 2019, Dr. Whitfield was chosen to speak at the FDA hearings on breast implants and their safety. In 2024, he published his first book, SHARP (Strategic Holistic Accelerated Recovery Program), to share his protocol and expertise in holistic surgical preparation and recovery. The same year, he published his first scientific paper on microbial communities and associated biofilm in breast augmentation failure.

Dr. Thomas Chung

Dr. Chung is an accomplished plastic surgeon with over 24 years of experience. He is board certified by both the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery.

Dr. Chung completed his plastic surgery training at the prestigious Johns Hopkins Hospital, where he was extensively trained in reconstructive and aesthetic surgery. Having participated in numerous research projects, he has authored numerous publications in world-renowned plastic surgery journals, and has been recognized with countless awards and accolades, including the America’s Top Plastic Surgeons Award.

After completing his plastic surgery training, Dr. Chung served in the U.S. Navy as a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. During this time, he played a significant role in the Wounded Warrior Project, performing reconstructive care on countless casualties returning from Iraq and Afghanistan. He has also participated in several global humanitarian missions in underserved countries aboard U.S. Navy hospital ships. Dr. Chung is a respected leader amongst his colleagues and has held various executive medical positions, including Chair of the Medical Executive Committee, Chief of Surgery, and Chief Medical Officer.

Passionate about aesthetics and body contouring, Dr. Chung loves helping people look and feel their best with the safest, healthiest, and most innovative surgical options available. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his wife and son, playing the piano, cooking, and traveling around the world.