RESTORE

Chicago, Illinois FUE

Surgeons verified

Hair transplant rules in the USA

Surgeon Verified 2 of 5 surgeons verified

Checked against ISHRS, August 2026.

  • Dr. Adam Cloninger ISHRS Current member
  • Dr. Shelly Lovitt ISHRS · ishrs.org Current member

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About the Clinic

RESTORE® Hair provides surgical and non-surgical hair restoration for men and women. Its main surgical offering is the RESTORE® No-Shave FUE™ hair transplant, which relocates hair from a donor region to thinning areas without the stitches or linear scar associated with strip harvesting; procedures are carried out over an afternoon in a private suite where clients can read or stream media. Non-surgical options include EVERHAIR for thinning scalp hair, and Thairapy, a program for women combining several treatments selected by a physician.

Medical Team

Surgeon Verified

An independent professional body or licensing authority has verified at least one surgeon practicing under this clinic's name.

2 of the 5 surgeons profiled here have verified credentials.

Checked against ISHRS, August 7, 2026.

Dr. Adam Cloninger

ISHRS Current member

Dr. Adam Cloninger is a distinguished hair restoration surgeon and co-lead of the RESTORE clinic in Chicago. He holds a doctorate in medicine and a bachelor's degree in biology. Before his work at RESTORE, Dr. Cloninger was board-certified in internal medicine, having completed his residency at Ochsner Clinic Foundation. His interest in hair restoration was personally motivated by his own experience with hair loss. As part of the RESTORE team, Dr. Cloninger was trained by Dr. James Harris, the medical director of RESTORE, and upholds the clinic's high standards of care. He has successfully performed numerous hair restoration surgeries, and is noted for his attention to detail and overall excellence.

Dr. Michael Lee

The provided information focuses on a Dr. Michael J. Lee who is a board-certified plastic surgeon with over 20 years of experience in aesthetic and cosmetic surgery. He is on staff at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago and an Assistant Professor of Clinical Surgery at Northwestern University Medical School. Dr. Lee graduated from the University of Michigan for both his undergraduate and medical degrees, completing his general surgery and plastic surgery training at Northwestern University. His published work has appeared in the Journal of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Journal, and his work has been referenced by the Wall Street Journal. He has also been interviewed by various media outlets on topics related to cosmetic surgery.

Dr. Shelly Lovitt is a board-certified physician and hair restoration surgeon with over 20 years of medical experience, including more than 10 years specializing in hair restoration. She earned her Doctorate of Medicine from Tulane School of Medicine and completed her residency at Alton Ochsner Medical Center. Dr. Lovitt is an esteemed member of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery. She has performed over a thousand successful hair restoration procedures, working closely with Dr. James Harris, the medical director of RESTORE.

Dr. Bruce Marko

Dr. Bruce Marko is a highly experienced hair restoration surgeon and plastic surgery specialist with over two decades of experience in the field. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Creighton University and earned his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Nebraska, followed by a residency at Orlando Regional Medical Center and a specialized fellowship in hair transplantation. Dr. Marko is a member of esteemed professional organizations such as the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS) and the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (AACS), demonstrating his commitment to staying current with the latest advancements in his field. He is also known for developing the MAX DENSITY® Hair Transplant Procedure, which aims to provide enhanced density in a single session. His approach combines technical expertise with an artistic understanding of aesthetics, focusing on creating natural-looking results tailored to each patient's facial structure and growth patterns.

Dr. Logan Konty

Dr. Logan Konty is a skilled hair restoration surgeon in Dallas, Texas, with a strong foundation in surgical research and clinical practice. He earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine and a Master of Science in Biomedical Science from the University of North Texas Health Science Center. Dr. Konty is an active member of professional organizations such as the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons and the Texas Medical Association. His commitment to the field is further demonstrated by his contributions to medical literature and his participation in various professional societies. He has also been recognized for his service with awards like the Outstanding Resident by Nursing Staff in 2019.

Procedures Offered

FUE
FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) is a minimally invasive hair transplant technique where individual hair follicles are extracted one by one from the donor area using a small circular punch tool. The harvested follicles are then carefully implanted into the balding or thinning areas of the scalp. This method leaves tiny, nearly invisible scars rather than a linear scar, resulting in faster healing and the ability to wear shorter hairstyles. Because of this, FUE is the most popular hair transplant technique today.

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