Excellence
From Head To Toe

Division Chief Dr. Justin Sacks gives an overview and information about Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

World-Class Care,
When You Need It

We are committed to offering exceptional care to those in need of plastic and reconstructive surgery.

Our specialists, leaders in their fields, will work closely with all those involved in your health care to ensure a treatment plan that fully addresses your needs. We see patients on the Washington University Medical Campus and at many other locations in Missouri and Illinois. Whether you seek care for yourself, a child or family member, you’ll receive the compassion and expertise you deserve.

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In Person

See a specialist at a location convenient to you.

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Virtual Visits

Securely connect with a doctor from anywhere.

Featured Story

Saving Limbs Takes Teamwork, Time and Tenacity

Noah was just six years old when he walked up behind someone mowing the lawn. As the lawnmower was backed up, Noah’s foot was caught underneath it. Four years later, Noah has recovered so well he’s running cross country.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Standing with Our Community

Our surgeons provide world-class care to all patients in a welcoming environment.

We are committed to eliminating racism and health disparities. Read our full Commitment to Anti-Racism.

Advancing Health Through Research

From Bench to Bedside

Our research improves the health of our communities — locally, nationally and globally.

Surgeons and trainees come from around the world to participate in research at our renowned institution, bringing their greatest clinical challenges to the lab. Working together, we improve patient care one discovery at a time.

$6.5

Million in Active Research Grants

105

CLINICAL RESEARCH STUDIES

1st

WORLD’S FIRST SUCCESSFUL NERVE TRANSFER

#1

IN PERIPHERAL NERVE RESEARCH

Teaching Techniques, Transforming Health

Training Leaders in Plastic Surgery

Integrated plastic surgery residencies and fellowships provide a vast array of inpatient and outpatient training experiences for future physicians as well as opportunities in medical research.

Our residency program provides advanced didactic and diverse rotations to trainees wanting to gain expertise in a subspecialty of their choice. By the end of the program, they have the skills and confidence to work autonomously.

Our Stories

Every gift, no matter the size, helps supports our mission.

We are committed to applying knowledge through cutting-edge medical care, discovering knowledge as a top-rated research center, and imparting knowledge by providing the best possible educational experiences for our medical students, residents and fellows

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