Plastic Surgery
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Contacts
AMSAxPlastic Surgery Research Liaison: Stephen Fuglsang
Plastic Surgery Research Coordinator: Michael Leake
Plastic Surgery Interest Group President: Bailey Hangen
Plastic Surgery Interest Group Vice President: Pooja Kamath
Wright State, Department of Plastic Surgery Website
Plastic Surgery Interest Group GroupMe: Join Here
Research Opportunities
Plastic Surgery Research Meetings
Biweekly Mondays at 6 PM (next meeting: February 12th)
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Research Structure
Basic Science and Translational Research Studies: Within this category, our research covers the following areas:
Peripheral Nerve Regeneration: Our focus is on understanding the molecular mechanisms behind nerve regeneration and developing innovative approaches to enhance peripheral nerve regeneration. This is crucial for restoring function in limb salvage. Our research includes both animal and human studies.
Skin and Epidermal Regeneration: We aim to create new techniques for wound and burn resurfacing, including methods like culture expansion and single-cell approaches, to facilitate efficient skin and epidermal regeneration.
Critical Size Cranial Defect Regeneration: Addressing critical size cranial defects is essential for patients with traumatic injuries or congenital deformities. Our research bridges the gap between laboratory discoveries and clinical applications, including tissue engineering techniques for complex cases.
Our research program is highly collaborative and interdisciplinary, involving partnerships with multiple institutions to foster an environment where innovative ideas can thrive.
Clinical Studies: Our clinical studies encompass various aspects of plastic and reconstructive surgeries, including:
Breast Reconstruction: We investigate outcomes and patient satisfaction following implant-based or autologous breast reconstruction. We maintain a robust patient database to conduct in-depth analyses, ultimately guiding improvements in future approaches. Our research also explores breast and chest wall reinnervation after mastectomy.
Burn Reconstruction: As one of the region's largest burn centers for pediatric and adult patients, we explore innovative techniques for burn management during the acute phase and reconstruction to improve outcomes for burn survivors.
Microsurgical Reconstruction in Trauma, Burn, and Cancer: Our research aims to perfect reconstruction surgeries by exploring novel techniques and approaches, including the use of chimeric flaps. We conduct meticulous reviews of databases, outcome studies, and case reports to provide innovative solutions for complex cases in trauma, burn, and cancer reconstruction.
Craniofacial Reconstruction: We actively engage in the care of rare craniofacial syndromic cases at the international craniofacial center at Shriner's Hospital. Our research focuses on advancing craniofacial reconstruction techniques and improving patient’s outcome.
Upper Extremity and Hand Surgery: Through collaboration with our orthopedic surgery program, we conduct multiple research studies to enhance outcomes in upper extremity and hand surgery.
Aesthetic Surgery and Body Contouring: Our residents have the opportunity to participate in various cosmetic surgeries, both in hospital and private surgical settings. Faculty members welcome residents and medical students to join clinical studies aimed at improving techniques, patient outcomes, and satisfaction.
Involvement of Medical Students: We have a structured plan to engage medical students interested in plastic and reconstructive surgery-related research. Students are paired with a resident and a faculty mentor to guide their research journey. Biweekly meetings with faculty and our Program Director provide opportunities to review project progress and outline future directions.
Departmental Research Information
Michael Johnson, MD
Plastic Surgery Program Director at BSOM, Professor and Chair of Orthopedics & Plastic Surgery at Wright State
Fatemeh Mirzamohammadi, MD
PGY-5, Plastic Surgery at Wright State
Salim N Mancho, DO
Specializes in pediatric plastic and cranial-maxillo facial surgery
Conferences
Upcoming Conferences:
American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
October 10-13, 2025, New Orleans, Louisiana
American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM)
July 10-12, Nashville, Tennessee
Previous Conferences:
American Council of Academic Plastic Surgeons
February 22nd-25th, 2024, St Louis, MO
Abstract Submission Deadline: CLOSED
May 2nd-5th, 2024, Vancouver, B.C., Canada
Abstract Submission Deadline: CLOSED
Plastic Surgery Research Council
May 16th - 19th, 2024, Boston, MA
American Association of Plastic Surgeons
May 18th-21st, 2024, Boston, MA
Abstract Submission Deadline: CLOSED
October 26th-29th, 2023, Austin, TX
American Association for Hand Surgery
January 9th-13th, 2024, Nassau, Bahamas
Abstract Submission Deadline: CLOSED
American Society for Peripheral Nerve
January 12th-14th, 2024, Nassau, Bahamas
Abstract Submission Deadline: CLOSED
American Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery
January 12th-16th, 2024, Nassau, Bahamas
Abstract Submission Deadline: CLOSED
Women Plastic Surgeons Symposium
February 2nd-4th, 2024, Santa Ana Pueblo, NM
February 6th-8th, 2024, Washington, DC
Abstract Submission Deadline: CLOSED
Grants and Funding Opportunities
Plastic Surgery Foundation
Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Research Grant
Deadline: December 1st, 2023
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Translational and Innovation Research Grant
Deadline: December 1st, 2023