Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
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Why choose UCSF Health for reconstructive and cosmetic surgery?
Whether you have aesthetic or functional concerns about your face or body, our specialists can help you achieve your goals. The board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeons at UCSF Health specialize in advanced reconstructive procedures for cancer, wounds, traumatic injuries and birth defects. They're known regionally and nationally for their ability to address the most complex and challenging conditions with excellent outcomes.
Our surgeons also offer cosmetic procedures such as facial plastic surgery and body contouring. An expert team helps you achieve natural-looking results and provides compassion and support at every step.
Why choose UCSF Health for reconstructive and cosmetic surgery?
Whether you have aesthetic or functional concerns about your face or body, our specialists can help you achieve your goals. The board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeons at UCSF Health specialize in advanced reconstructive procedures for cancer, wounds, traumatic injuries and birth defects. They're known regionally and nationally for their ability to address the most complex and challenging conditions with excellent outcomes.
Our surgeons also offer cosmetic procedures such as facial plastic surgery and body contouring. An expert team helps you achieve natural-looking results and provides compassion and support at every step.
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Specialized expertise
Our team includes experts in hand and wrist surgery, breast reconstruction, lymphatic surgery, gender affirming surgery, and craniofacial and pediatric plastic surgery.Advanced techniques
Surgeons at UCSF Health use microvascular surgery, 3D imaging for preoperative planning and other sophisticated techniques to deliver the best possible results.High-volume program
We perform a high number of complex reconstructive procedures each year, giving us a depth of expertise that translates to fewer complications and better outcomes.Team approach
Our surgeons work with experts in breast surgery, dermatology, otolaryngology, orthopedics, neurosurgery and vascular surgery to deliver comprehensive care.
Our plastic and reconstructive surgery specialties
Turn to UCSF Health for your plastic and reconstructive surgery needs. You'll find a unique blend of services and a strong commitment to quality and safety.
Breast reconstruction
Experts at the UCSF Breast Care Plastic Surgery Clinic provide options for people who want to rebuild one or both breasts after mastectomy or lumpectomy. They offer complex procedures such as DIEP flap surgery, an advanced technique that uses tissue from your abdomen to reconstruct your breast.
Craniofacial surgery
Our plastic and reconstructive surgeons work with ear, nose and throat doctors, neurosurgeons and other specialists to treat adults and children with conditions affecting the skull, face and jaw. They offer complex reconstructions for cleft lip and palate, craniosynostosis (misshapen skull), facial nerve palsy and irregularities from cancer treatment.
We use the latest technology to enhance outcomes, such as virtual surgical planning using a 3D model of the patient's anatomy. This approach helps surgeons operate with unparalleled accuracy. Our team strives to enhance each patient's quality of life by improving their appearance and ability to speak, swallow and communicate.
Gender affirming surgery
We proudly offer feminizing and masculinizing chest (top) surgery, facial feminization and masculinization, gynecologic and urologic procedures and other gender affirming services through the UCSF Gender Affirming Health Program.
Hand and wrist surgery
Our surgeons are regionally and nationally renowned for their ability to treat complex upper limb conditions, including traumatic hand, finger and wrist injuries and chronic nerve syndromes.
They use advanced techniques such as nerve grafting and free tissue transfers to relieve pain and restore as much function as possible. Reconstructive surgeons, orthopedic surgeons, physical therapists and other experts work together to deliver individualized care.
Lymphedema surgery and lymphatic reconstruction
We offer surgery for people with lymphedema due to surgery, cancer treatment or other health conditions. Surgeons use advanced techniques to reroute lymphatic fluid and reduce swelling. Surgeons, nurses and physical therapists who specialize in lymphedema management support your rehabilitation.
Cosmetic procedures for the face and body
Our surgeons offer a full range of cosmetic procedures to help you achieve your aesthetic goals, including:
Breast and body contouring. Our procedures include liposuction, abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) and breast reshaping (augmentation, reduction and lift). We also offer body contouring after major weight loss.
Facial plastic surgery. Our surgeons offer the full range of facial cosmetic procedures, including rhinoplasty (nose surgery), blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery), facelifts and chin implants.
Nonsurgical cosmetic procedures. Our surgeons offer Botox, dermal fillers, laser resurfacing and other nonsurgical cosmetic procedures. We help you achieve firmer, smoother skin with little or no downtime.
Locations
Providers
Scott L. Hansen, MD
Hand Surgery • Reconstructive Plastic Surgery
William Y. Hoffman, MD
Plastic Surgery • Reconstructive Plastic Surgery
Esther A. Kim, MD
Reconstructive Plastic Surgery • Gender Surgery
Alexander Y. Lin, MD, MBA
Pediatric Plastic Surgery • Plastic Surgery
Related conditions & treatments
Conditions
- Non-Healing Wound
- Craniofacial Injuries
- Vascular Anomalies
- Excess Skin
- Birthmark
Treatments
- Facial Plastic Surgery
- Abdominoplasty
- Liposuction
- Breast Reconstruction
- Reconstructive Surgery for Head and Neck Cancer
Clinical trials
Evaluating the Efficacy of Force Modulating Tissue Bridge Device in Preventing Hypertrophic Scars Following Gender-Affirming MastectomyOpens in a new window
The goal of this randomized, prospective, interventional clinical trial is to evaluate the use of Brijjit® in reducing the incidence of hypertrophic scarring in individuals undergoing gender-affirming bilateral double incision mastectomies at a single-institution, single-surgeon site (Esther A. Kim, MD).Investigating the Use of Intravenous Tranexamic Acid in Gender Affirming MastectomyOpens in a new window
Gender affirming surgeries (GAS) have been steadily increasing in the US, with the gender affirming mastectomy (GAM) being the most common surgery performed. Complications associated with these surgeries include hematoma and seroma.
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