Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Plastic and Reconstructive surgery is a broad field that encompasses surgery from head to toe. Whether it is hand and wrist surgery, breast and skin cancer reconstruction, or wound care, its our duty to perform as many services as possible for our patients
Hand conditions and injuries
Hand conditions can be acute, such as fractures or lacerations, or chronic, like arthritis and carpal tunnel syndrome. When assessing a patient’s hand complaint, it’s critical to understand the issues, in addition to the patient’s job and hobbies. Once a thorough history and physical are completed, then the patient and surgeon can create a plan to relieve hand and wrist pain. This is done using therapists, nonsurgical therapies, and surgery.
Breast cancer and skin cancer reconstruction
Early consultation with a reconstructive plastic surgeon is critical after a breast cancer diagnosis. Early decisions can play a significant part in positive patient outcomes. Reconstruction after mastectomy, lumpectomy or balancing procedures for asymmetry of nonaffected breasts can be implemented. Skin cancer reconstruction for areas all over the body requires specialized techniques from skin grafting and local and regional flaps to biological regenerative therapies. Dr. Meyerson brings his expertise to promote healing and minimize scarring.
Wound Care and reconstruction
Certain factors can contribute to wounds healing improperly and becoming chronic wounds. Some disease processes that limit the body’s ability to heal include diabetes, radiation therapy, peripheral vascular disease and tobacco and nicotine use. Complex chronic wounds that require skin grafts or tissue transfer are hard to heal and require a plastic surgeon’s trained hands and eyes. Meyerson brings a team approach to the already well-established Wound Clinic to ensure all areas of the healing process are addressed for the patient, from local wound care to surgical reconstruction.
Specialized training
Dr. Joseph Meyerson’s specialized hand and wrist training, in addition to his plastic and reconstructive surgery background, provides multiple advantages for those dealing with complex hand issues. This includes hand trauma and the effects of nerve compression, Dupuytren’s contracture, hand and wrist arthritis, ganglion cysts and tendonitis, as well as wound management.
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Joseph Meyerson, MD, FACS
Jefferson Healthcare Clinic
Jefferson Healthcare Clinic
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