Plastic Surgery welcomes our two incoming residents in July 2013: Dr. Patrick Mannal is completed his general surgery residency at the University of Vermont in Burlington, VT after receiving his medical degree from Albany University. Amita Shah, MD, PhD, joins us after completing her surgical residency at the University of Texas Health Sciences Center in … Read more

Division faculty John van Aalst, MD and Clara N. Lee, MD, MPP were recently elected members of the American Association of Plastic Surgeons. The purpose of the AAPS is to advance the science and art of plastic surgery through surgical education, research, scientific presentations, and professional interaction. The Association conducts an annual scientific program concerning … Read more

Plastic Surgery Division Chief Scott Hultman, MD, MBA has been named as one of the ASPS (American Society of Plastic Surgeons) Visiting Professors for 2013-2014.The ASPS Visiting Professors instruct residents in Plastic Surgery using their clinical, technical and educational expertise, with their wealth of knowledge and innovative perspectives benefiting plastic surgery programs. Visits usually involve … Read more

The new UNC Burn Reconstruction and Aesthetic Center, open since mid-September, has seen nearly 150 new cosmetic, reconstructive and laser patients. Its full-service, private, off-campus setting is unique in its services and mission.