Welcome to Stanford Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Welcome to the Division of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery at Stanford, where our mission is to redefine what's possible through innovative surgical techniques, exceptional education, and compassionate patient care.
Our team is committed to advancing the field of plastic and reconstructive surgery across a wide range of specialties, including craniofacial surgery, hand surgery, microsurgery, and aesthetic surgery. We prioritize excellence in every aspect of patient care, from the latest research and cutting-edge technology to the highest standards of surgical training.
Our division brings together a diverse group of experts whose collaborative approach drives our vision to enhance patient outcomes and push the boundaries of reconstructive and cosmetic surgery. At the forefront of medical innovation, we are dedicated to offering life-changing treatments and solutions that restore form, function, and confidence.
THE LATEST NEWS
– Division of Plastic & Reconstructive SurgeryDr. Dennis Shem Appointed Director of Inpatient Dental Medicine and Surgery
Dr. Dennis Shem has been appointed Director of Inpatient Dental Medicine and Surgery at Stanford Health Care, beginning in May 2026.
– Division of Plastic & Reconstructive SurgeryPD Resident Cybil Sierra Stingl Featured in Grey's Anatomy Storyline Inspired by Free Flap Monitoring Innovation
Dr. Cybil Sierra Stingl, a resident in her PD year, was recently featured in an episode of Grey's Anatomy after her work on a wearable free flap monitoring device inspired a storyline in the show’s 22nd season.
– Division of Plastic & Reconstructive SurgeryDr. Paige Fox Awarded VA Grant to Advance Diagnosis and Treatment of Nerve Compression Disorders
Dr. Paige Fox, Associate Professor of Surgery and Residency Program Director in the Division of Stanford Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, has received a four-year grant through the Rehabilitation Research, Development and Translation Broad Portfolio (RRDT BP) at the Veterans Affairs (VA).
– Division of Plastic & Reconstructive SurgeryINSIDE AAPS 2026: Stanford Plastic Surgery Recap
The 104th Annual Meeting of the American Association of Plastic Surgeons (AAPS) was held May 2–5, 2026 in Lihue, Hawaii. The meeting brought together leaders in academic plastic surgery for a comprehensive program spanning aesthetic, reconstructive, and translational science. Stanford Plastic Surgery was represented across panels, scientific sessions, poster presentations, and innovation-focused programming throughout the meeting.
– NASNational Academy of Sciences Elects Members and International Members
The National Academy of Sciences announced today the election of 120 members and 25 international members, including Dr. Michael Longaker, in recognition of their distinguished and continuing achievements in original research.
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Dr. James Chang, Division Chief
Dr. James Chang is Chief of the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Stanford University. He was president of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand (ASSH) from September 2017 to September 2018.