Reconstructive Surgery

Penn Medicine is a national and international leader in reconstructive plastic surgery. We are the nation's most experienced center for microsurgery, a highly complex procedure in which surgeons take bone, muscle and skin from one part of the body to help repair another. Our plastic surgeons are well known and respected around the world for their exceptional skills and innovations in care.

What is Reconstructive Surgery?

Reconstructive surgery is a type of plastic surgery that restores form, function and appearance to areas of your body that may have been damaged or disfigured by injury, cancer, other diseases or significant weight loss.

Reconstructive Plastic Surgery: The Penn Medicine Advantage

Penn Plastic Surgery offers innovative and personalized care backed by extensive clinical research. When you choose Penn for reconstructive surgery, you can count on:

• A century of experience: Penn's Division of Plastic Surgery was established more than 100 years ago, bringing extensive experience to each patient we serve.
• Extensive training: Our plastic surgeons are board-certified, fellowship-trained and are at the forefront of the latest advancements in care.
• Breast reconstruction expertise: Our high volume, experience and innovative approaches result in exceptional outcomes for individuals seeking breast reconstruction after a mastectomy.
• Innovation: Our plastic surgeons routinely collaborate with other renowned Penn specialists to push the boundaries of what's possible with reconstructive surgery. Examples include the Limb Preservation Program and the Penn Center for Wound Healing and Reconstruction.
• Microsurgery expertise: Penn leads the nation in microsurgery, a highly complex procedure that moves bone, tissue, muscle and blood vessels from one part of the body to repair another. Also called free-flap, we complete more procedures of this kind annually than any other U.S. health care system.
• Research for exceptional outcomes: Penn has one of the nation's most active plastic surgery clinical research programs. Our leading-edge research and revolutionary modes of care benefit our patients and those around the world.
• World-class plastic reconstructive surgeons: Penn's plastic surgeons are well known for excellence in clinical care, research and education. They consistently teach other surgeons at national and international conferences in addition to teaching the next generation of microvascular reconstructive surgeons right here at the Perelman School of Medicine. Each year, many of our plastic surgeons are recognized as America's Top Doctors, Best Doctors in America and in the Top Docs issue of Philadelphia Magazine.

Comprehensive Expertise in All Types of Reconstructive Surgery

From head to toe, Penn offers advanced surgery for:

• Head and neck reconstruction
• Breast reconstruction
• Hand and wrist reconstruction
• Foot and ankle reconstruction

We also offer compassionate surgical care for:

• Body contouring after weight loss
• Female genital mutilation (FGM)
• Gender confirmation surgery

Does Insurance Cover Reconstructive Plastic Surgery?

Surgeons perform reconstructive plastic surgery when there is a medical need. Therefore, insurance companies usually cover reconstructive surgical procedures. If your health insurance plan does not cover some or all of your care, we provide you with an estimate of out-of-pocket costs.

Request an Appointment

Call 215-662-7300 or request an appointment online.