Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

  McGill University Plastic Surgery

We recognize the scholarly nature of research, contributing to the development of new knowledge and the advancement of medicine. Our main concern is the well being of our patients and form there we soar to discover the most suitable and efficient techniques. As members of the McGill University Health Center (MUHC) we are determined to provide the best treatments available.

The Institute for Scientific Information (ISI) consistently ranks McGill University among the top three universities in Canada for medical research. This achievement is attributable to the depth of academic talent among its research faculty and McGill University’s record of conducting breakthrough research in a wide variety of disciplines. Today, the MUHC Research Institute constitutes Canada’s largest concentration of biomedical and health-care researchers.

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Research During Residency Training:

Opportunities for clinical research exist throughout the clinical residency.

For those who wish to pursue bench or basic research, opportunities are available depending on funding through the Surgical Scientist Program. Two pathways exist - a one to two year fellowship leading to an MSc in Experimental Surgery, or a three year fellowship leading to a PhD. Successful completion of either offers Certification as a Graduate of the Clinical Investigator Program of McGill University.

Residents currently in Plastic Surgery Research:

Dr. Loai Al Salmi is completing his Masters in Experimental Surgery at the Shriner's Hospital, supervised by Dr. Hamdy and Dr. Lessard. Research focus: bone distraction osteogenesis.

Dr. Ali Izadpanah is completing his Masters in Experimental Surgery at the Shriner's Hospital, supervised by Dr. Hamdy and Dr. Lessard. Research focus: bone distraction osteogenesis.

Dr. Hani Sinno is completing his Masters in Biomedical Engineering at the Lyman Duff, supervised by Dr. Prakash and Dr. Williams. Research focus: wound healing and drug delivery systems.

Dr. Sebastian Winocour is completing his Masters in Experimental Surgery at the Montreal General Hospital, supervised by Dr. Philip and Dr. Lessard. Research focus: wound healing.