Stanford University School of Medicine is one of the world's leading medical centers. The Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery is strongly committed to excellence in patient care and cross-disciplinary research that brings current medical developments into clinical practice.
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The field of Plastic Surgery ranges from breast reconstruction and wound healing to the treatment of scars and wrinkles. Plastic Surgery researchers study the effects of aging and disease on human tissue, ways new kinds of bandages can improve the treatment of battlefield injuries, how certain cells in our bodies can help us heal wounds without scars, and a wide range of other topics.
Reconstructive Surgery involves the restoration of form and function in any area of the body, such as repairing a hole left when a bone tumor is removed, reconstructing a breast following a mastectomy, or reforming connections of a reattached limb.
Microsurgery, in which surgeons reattach tiny pieces of tissue taken from a donor or from another part of a patient's body, such as a skin graft or the reconnection of nerves, muscles, and blood vessels.
Hand surgery, including treatment of acute and chronic hand and upper limb problems, such as carpal tunnel surgery and brachial plexus repair.
Cosmetic (or Aesthetic) surgery, such as breast reduction or augmentation, liposuction, facelifts, and "tummy tucks."
Craniofacial surgery, a major component of Pediatric Plastic Surgery, which helps children born with abnormalities of the face or head, from craniosynostosis (improper development of the skill bones) to cleft palate.
Oral and Maxiollofacial Surgery relates to the mouth and jaw, and it can help patients who suffer from jaw pain or injuries, and even sleep disorders.
Leaders in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery for over 40 years.