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plastic surgery

Patient Story

‘Don’t limit yourself’

Plastic surgery to repair burn scars has given Blake Babic, 33, new hope for improved hand function.

Patient Story

‘Your life changes in an instant’

As an EMT, Tim Hoffman was used to helping people. After a traumatic brain injury in an ambulance crash, he's now the one being helped.

Patient Story

A winning team

A pediatric plastic surgery patient enjoys honorary status at a Griffins hockey game, joined by the surgeons who treated her.

Patient Story

Harmonious healing

Music brought together a pediatric plastic surgery team and a little boy who needed help.

Medical tattoos help hide surgical scars

Pigments can restore more natural appearance that patients are happy with, according to study.

Patient Story

When ‘find a better bra’ is not the solution

For some teens, breast reduction surgery brings freedom from pain, as well as social and emotional benefits.  

Patient Story

Unstoppable: The inspiring journey of Kiden Kee

'I’m different and I’m OK with that. I know that I’m pretty.'

Lifts, tucks often follow weight-loss surgery

Weight-loss surgeries in the United States lead to greater demand for cosmetic surgery.

Breast reconstruction complications similar for older, younger women

But risk of blood clots higher with use of seniors' own tissue instead of implants.