NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital — the University Hospital of Columbia University Medical Center and Weill Cornell Medical Center

The NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital and its academic affiliations, Columbia University Medical Center and Weill Cornell Medical Center offer state-of-the-art, pioneering reconstructive and plastic surgery care. Highly regarded for its advancements in reconstructive procedures, the hospital has received national acclaim for its unsurpassed abilities to produce results using the latest technologies and sophisticated surgical techniques.

Robert T. Grant, MD, FACS, serves as the Chief of the combined Divisions of Plastic Surgery at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center. Board certified by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Dr. Grant holds advanced expertise in microsurgery, cosmetic surgery, reconstruction surgery following cancer, reconstructive trauma surgery, and tissue-engineered treatments for wound healing.

In addition, the outstanding team of board-certified plastic surgeons at NewYork-Presbyterian, ranked the #1 hospital in New York City and the 6th best hospital in the country by US News and World Report, includes:

  • Jeffrey A. Ascherman, MD, FACS, Site Chief, Division of Plastic Surgery at Columbia University Medical Center
  • Lloyd B. Gayle, MD, Associate Professor of Clinical Surgery at Weill Cornell Medical College
  • Ray Ortega, MD, Director of Wound Healing Center, Assistant Professor of Clinical Surgery at Columbia University Medical Center
  • Samuel Rhee, MD, FACS, Assistant Professor of Surgery at Weill Cornell Medical College
  • Christine Rohde, MD, Assistant Professor of Clinical Surgery at Columbia University Medical Center
  • Jason A. Spector, MD, Assistant Professor of Plastic Surgery at Weill Cornell Medical College
  • Mia Talmor, MD, FACS, Associate Professor of Clinical Surgery at Weill Cornell Medical College
  • June K, Wu, AB, MD, Assistant Professor of Surgery at Columbia University Medical Center

Dr. Grant and his team of pioneers in reconstructive surgery offer a wide range of aesthetic procedures at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital. Their innovative program encompasses the latest advancements in trauma, cancer and elective cosmetic procedures, and in addition to clinical services, many of the plastic surgeons are involved in important research to advance the reconstructive surgery field. They specialize in congenital and craniofacial pediatric surgery and frequently travel internationally to treat children with cleft lips, cleft palates and other craniofacial disorders. As a leading facility in reconstructive surgery, they offer breast reconstruction, cleft lip and palate repair, skin cancer treatment and major flap procedures. 

Prior to surgery, the surgeons strive to help patients become well informed about the procedure and make themselves available to answer any questions patients might have. They take pride in helping patients begin their journey toward improved aesthetics, as well as enhanced confidence and self-esteem. 

To learn more, please visit: http://www.columbiasurgery.org and http://www.cornellsurgery.org.

Contact Information

Columbia/Cornell University Medical Center
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
630 West 168th Street
New York, NY 10032
(212) 305-3806

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[page updated July 2009]