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University of Washington Integrated Plastic Surgery Residency

The Division of Plastic Surgery is committed to the development of surgical skills of residents and faculty.

We strive for an exciting environment that fosters the intellectual development of students, residents, fellows and practicing physicians alike.

02/15/2026

And that’s a wrap 🎁 on PREP and ACEPS 2026 in Nashville, TN! PGY-5 , co-director of PREP, led another successful year teaching medical students about special topics in plastic surgery, how to be an effective sub-intern, and how to maximize success in the integrated plastic surgery match, with sage advice from UW PRS faculty Dr. Shane Morrison. At the ACEPS Annual Meeting, PGY-4 presented his research on evolving demographic trends among plastic surgery trainees and won first prize at the meeting for his presentation! 🥇🍾 Congratulations to all for a successful weekend, we’ll see you next year! ✈️

01/22/2026

✨MEDICAL STUDENT RESEARCH OPPORTUNITY✨

The Plastic Surgery team at Harborview Medical Center is seeking THREE highly motivated medical students to complete a full-time research fellowship focused on: 1) soft tissue reconstruction 🔬, 2) peripheral nerve injuries 🪡, or 3) hand and upper extremity injuries 🦴✋🏽. During their time, the research fellows will gain clinical and research experience in a fulfilling and exciting field. Fellows will be expected to perform retrospective and prospective research projects, submit and present abstracts at regional and national meetings, and prepare manuscripts for publication.

Start Date: Spring/Summer 2026 🗓️
Duration: 1 year
Location: Seattle, Washington (on-site relocation required)
Compensation: Stipend provided

Interested? Please email prsresearch@uw.edu with a brief statement describing your topic(s) of interest (soft tissue, nerve, or hand/upper extremity). You will then receive an application link to submit a current curriculum vitae. Applications will be accepted until all positions are filled.

12/15/2025

This year, we decided to switch things up for our UW PRS holiday party and chose something that truly tested our hand-eye coordination with WhirlyBall!

The competition was fierce, the laughs were loud, and our necks and backs will definitely be feeling it tomorrow. Huge thank you to Dr. Keys for planning such a fun and memorable night! 🎄

11/14/2025

🎉 Congratulations to our incoming Craniofacial Surgery Fellows for the 2026–2027 academic year!

We are thrilled to welcome two exceptional surgeons who will be joining us at Seattle Children’s Hospital and Harborview Medical Center to advance their training in pediatric and adult craniofacial surgery:

🔹 Dr. Bianca Di Chiaro
Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine

🔹 Dr. Sadhishaan Sreedhara
Alfred Health • Monash Health • The Royal Melbourne Hospital • The Royal Children’s Hospital, Melbourne

We look forward to the innovation, compassion, and commitment to excellence they will bring to our patients and the UW community. Welcome to Seattle! 💜✨

11/13/2025

It’s a MATCH! 🎉

HUGE congratulations to our wonderful chiefs Dr. Lindsey Teal and Dr. Editt Taslakian on matching to their ✨top choice✨ Craniofacial Fellowships. Watch out world, they’re 🏙️NYU and ☀️UCI bound!

We are so proud of their accomplishments and can’t wait to cheer them on in all their future endeavors!

11/01/2025

The University of Washington is pleased to share a medical student ✨research opportunity✨ with faculty Drs. Shane Morrison and Russell Ettinger for the upcoming academic year. 📚🔍

Drs. Morrison and Ettinger are seeking a highly motivated medical student to complete a 1-year research fellowship focusing on surgical and patient-reported outcomes in plastic surgery and gender-affirming surgery, as well as medical ethics and advocacy.

During their time, the research fellow will gain clinical and research experience in a fulfilling and exciting field. Fellows will be expected to conduct and oversee research projects, prepare manuscripts, obtain IRB approvals, and write grant applications.

Medical students pursuing Plastic Surgery with an interest in gender-affirming surgery are highly encouraged to apply. A stipend will be provided. The position will require relocation to Seattle and begins Summer 2026.

Interested applicants should submit a letter of intent, CV, and one letter of recommendation to PRSresearch@seattlechildrens.org no later than December 1st, 2025!

10/15/2025

The UW Hand Surgery team proudly represented us at the ASSH Annual Meeting in Vancouver this weekend! Congratulations to Dr. Boe, whose abstract on AI-assisted triage of hand surgery referrals earned Top Annual Scientific Poster recognition. We’re fortunate to train alongside an amazing group of hand surgery mentors, including those from both plastic and orthopedic surgery backgrounds, who continue to lead and inspire through their dedication to education and research.

10/13/2025

UW Plastic Surgery took New Orleans by storm at Plastic Surgery The Meeting this weekend, with nearly 20 presentations showcasing our team’s innovation and dedication to the field. We celebrated accordingly with plenty of gumbo and beignets! See you all next year in Houston! 🤠

10/03/2025

Calling all UW PRS alumni, we look forward to seeing you at PSTM 2025 in New Orleans! RSVP at tinyurl.com/UWPRSPSTM2025.

09/29/2025

✨ INTERN SPOTLIGHT ✨

Closing out our intern introductions, meet Tim!

Originally from Shenzhen, China, Tim later lived in Toronto and St. Louis before heading to the Bay Area for college. At UC Berkeley, his curiosity couldn’t be contained by just one field. He graduated with both a BS in Bioengineering and a BA in Music, concentrating in classical piano performance. 🎹

He then completed medical school at Cornell University, where he discovered his passion for plastic surgery- a specialty whose innovative and transformative nature deeply resonated with him. 🩺

When asked why he chose UW, Tim shared: “for its unparalleled cases, its diverse patient population across the WWAMI region, and its strong culture of collaboration and support.” While Tim is humble about his talents, his meticulous attention to detail and strong work ethic make a lasting impact on both his colleagues and patients. 💜💛

Outside of the OR, Tim loves traveling, trying new restaurants, playing piano, and hitting the tennis court. 🎾

09/26/2025

🌟 🔬 RESEARCH SPOTLIGHT 🔬 🌟

What is the role of surgery in spinal cord injury (SCI) management?

Of the 18,000 patients in the United States experiencing SCI annually, few undergo surgery as part of their multidisciplinary care.

This excellent review in published in Muscle & Nerve by Hand and Peripheral Nerve surgeons Dr. Christopher Crowe and Dr. Katie Liu highlights the critical role of reconstructive surgery, such as nerve and tendon transfers, in improving upper extremity function after SCI. They also provide a comprehensive framework for evaluating and managing these complex injuries in the clinical setting.

We thank them for sharing their expertise and highlighting opportunities to improve outcomes for patients with SCI! 💪

Read more: Crowe CS, Liu YK, Curtin CM, Hentz VR, Kozin SH, Fox IK, et al. Surgical Strategies for Functional Upper Extremity Reconstruction After Spinal Cord Injury. Muscle and Nerve. 2025 May;71(5):802–15.

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