Center for Reconstructive Surgery

June 6th, 2010


Physicians at the Center for Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Washington Medical Center treat patients to restore both functionality and aesthetic conditions following treatment for cancer and other diseases. Follow along as Dr. Peter Neligan, an internationally known specialist in microvascular reconstruction, treats a patient whose speech, swallowing and facial mobility were damaged by encephalitis. Through innovative transplants of muscles and tendons from her leg and arm to her face along with other procedures, Kirsten can again smile, blink and enjoy food. Listen to Dr. David Mathes discuss how current research will improve future patient care.”

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