Some Connecticut doctors just come highly recommended, and John Reilly MD Plastic Surgeon is one of them. He has spent more than 25 years in practice, serves as Chief of Plastic Surgery at Griffin Hospital, and sees patients just minutes away in Trumbull. For Fairfield moms considering a cosmetic plastic surgery procedure, he’s worth getting to know.
A Background That Speaks for Itself
Dr. Reilly earned an Honors diploma in medical school. He then completed his general surgery training at the Hospital of Saint Raphael in New Haven, followed by training at Yale New Haven Hospital. From there, he was accepted into a highly sought-after plastic surgery fellowship in New York.
He went on to earn board certifications in both general surgery and plastic surgery. Fewer than 1% of physicians achieve that depth of surgical training. He is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and has been recognized as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor.
His appointment as Chief of the Section of Plastic Surgery at Griffin Hospital, an affiliate of Yale New Haven Hospital, says something that credentials alone can’t. Hospitals give that role to the surgeon their own physicians trust most. It reflects the respect Dr. Reilly has earned from his peers over decades of practice.
Procedures for Every Stage of Life
Dr. Reilly performs the full range of cosmetic and reconstructive procedures, and a large part of his practice is devoted to moms. Pregnancy and breastfeeding change the body in ways that diet and exercise can’t reverse. There is no shame in wanting to address that.
Whatever the procedure, patients work with Dr. Reilly directly from the first appointment through the final follow up.
Breast
Breast surgery is one of the most requested areas of Dr. Reilly’s practice, especially among moms. Pregnancy and nursing can change breast size, shape, and position, and these procedures are designed to address each of those concerns.
- Breast augmentation: Many women lose volume after pregnancy and nursing, especially in the upper portion of the breast. Breast augmentation restores that fullness and can also improve symmetry between the two sides.
- Breast lift: Over time, skin stretches and breast tissue settles lower on the chest. A lift removes the excess skin and repositions the breast to where it used to sit.
- Breast reduction: Overly large breasts cause chronic neck, back, and shoulder pain. This surgery removes excess tissue and reshapes the breast to a size that fits your frame. More on that next.
Face
Facial procedures are about looking refreshed rather than different. Dr. Reilly’s goal is a natural result, the kind where friends notice you look great but can’t quite say why.
- Facelift: This surgery addresses the sagging skin and deeper folds that develop in the lower face and neck. During facelift surgery, Dr. Reilly lifts and tightens the underlying tissue rather than just pulling the skin.
- Eyelid surgery: The eyes are often the first place to show age and exhaustion. This procedure removes the excess skin and puffiness around the upper or lower lids.
Body
Body procedures are where many moms see the most dramatic change. These surgeries address the changes that pregnancy leaves behind.
- Tummy tuck: Pregnancy often separates the abdominal muscles down the middle, and they don’t always come back together on their own. A tummy tuck repairs that separation, removes loose skin, and restores a flat, firm midsection.
- Liposuction: Some areas of fat simply won’t respond to diet and exercise, no matter how disciplined you are. Liposuction removes those stubborn pockets from areas like the abdomen, hips, thighs, and arms.
- Mommy makeover: This combines several procedures, often a tummy tuck with breast surgery and liposuction, into a single operation. One surgery means one recovery, which is a major advantage for a busy mom who can’t step away from her family twice.
Connecticut Breast Reduction Center
He is also the founder of the Connecticut Breast Reduction Center, where he focuses on breast reduction surgery. Breast reduction is one of the most life-changing procedures in plastic surgery.
Women who have lived for years with neck, back, and shoulder pain often describe relief within days of surgery. Suddenly running, exercising, and shopping for clothes become easy again. Because he has made this procedure a dedicated focus, Dr. Reilly brings a level of specialized judgment to breast reduction that few surgeons can offer.
One thing many women don’t know is that insurance frequently covers breast reduction when there is documented pain. Dr. Reilly’s office handles that paperwork for you. His staff works directly with insurance carriers so patients aren’t left to navigate the process alone.
The Consultation: Where It All Starts
Every patient’s journey begins with a consultation, and this is where Dr. Reilly’s approach stands out. There is no rush and no pressure. He takes the time to listen to what’s bothering you, examine the area of concern, and explain honestly what surgery can and cannot accomplish.
He is known for walking patients through every detail so they can move forward with confidence. Some women leave their consultation ready to schedule. Others leave with information and take months to decide, and Dr. Reilly is genuinely fine with that. In his view, the goal of a first visit is an informed patient, not a booked surgery.
Patients consistently describe the same experience. They came in nervous and left feeling heard.
Recovery, Close to Home
Recovery is where having a local surgeon really pays off. Follow up visits are quick trips to Trumbull, which matters when you’re moving carefully after surgery and can’t drive far. If a question or concern comes up while you heal, the office is nearby and the answer is a short drive away.
Dr. Reilly is upfront about recovery from the start. At your consultation, he explains what the healing process actually looks like for your procedure. He covers how much downtime to plan for and when you can expect to be back to carpools, workouts, and everything else. Patients appreciate that there are no surprises.
Why Fairfield Moms Trust Him
At the end of the day, what draws women to Dr. Reilly is simple. He has elite training, the judgment that comes from 25+ years in practice, and an office that treats patients with genuine care, all within minutes of Fairfield.
He takes pride in what his work does for the person inside. It is the confidence it restores and the way patients light up at their follow up visits that mean the most to him. That, more than anything, is why his name keeps coming up when Fairfield moms talk.
If a consultation is something you’ve been putting off, it may be closer and easier than you think. Reach out today:
John Reilly MD Plastic Surgeon
115 Technology Drive B 306, Trumbull, CT 06611
203-880-5588
ctplasticsurgeons.com
