Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Department Chair: Yousef Shafaei Khanghah, MD

Contact information:

Phone: +98 21 8871 7272

Email: office.amozesh@gmail.com

Overview

The Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery is dedicated to training and educating specialized residents in various aspects of plastic and reconstructive surgery. Our comprehensive educational programs and clinical services are designed to equip residents with the necessary skills to excel in this dynamic field.

Core Responsibilities

The department's core responsibilities include:

• Resident Training:
• Educating specialized residents in plastic and reconstructive surgery, including reconstructive, maxillofacial, peripheral nerve, burn, hand, and cosmetic surgery.
• Planning, implementing, and supervising educational and clinical courses for residents.
• Conducting supplementary courses in hand surgery, microsurgery, and burn surgery.
• Skill Development:
• Teaching practical skills and advanced surgical techniques through workshops and clinical training.
• Monitoring the quality of education and medical services provided in educational and clinical settings.
• Clinical Services:
• Providing diagnostic, therapeutic, and surgical services to patients with maxillofacial injuries.
• Treating peripheral nerve injuries to the hands and limbs using specialized surgical methods.
• Offering therapeutic and reconstructive services for burn patients.
• Performing reconstructive surgeries aimed at restoring function and natural appearance of limbs and face.
• Conducting cosmetic surgeries in accordance with scientific standards and professional ethics.
• Research and Collaboration:
• Participating in research activities to promote specialized knowledge in plastic and reconstructive surgery.
• Collaborating with other educational groups and medical centers to provide multidisciplinary services and develop specialized training.

Clinical Facilities

The department is equipped with advanced facilities, including:

• Animal Lab: For training and research purposes.
• Live Surgery Operating Room: To provide hands-on experience in surgical techniques.

Specialized Services

The Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery offers a wide range of specialized services, including:

• Maxillofacial Surgery: Diagnosis and treatment of injuries resulting from trauma, accidents, and congenital or acquired abnormalities.
• Peripheral Nerve Surgery: Treatment of injuries and lesions of the peripheral nerves of the hands and limbs.
• Hand Surgery: Specialized services, including treatment of tendon, nerve, vascular, fracture, and hand abnormalities.
• Burn Treatment: Management of acute and chronic burns, along with reconstructive surgeries post-burn.
• Microsurgery: Reconstruction of soft and hard tissues.
• Cosmetic Surgery: Facial and body cosmetic surgery services adhering to scientific standards and professional ethics.
• Consultation Services: Providing specialized consulting services in plastic, reconstructive, cosmetic, and burn surgery.

Educational Initiatives

The department conducts simultaneous educational and therapeutic services in the form of a teaching hospital, focusing on the training of specialized assistants. We offer:

• Training Courses: Skill workshops and supplementary courses in hand surgery, microsurgery, and burn surgery.
• Collaborative Services: Providing specialized services to patients referred from other medical centers and collaborating in multi-specialty treatments.

The Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery is committed to excellence in education, clinical practice, and research, playing a vital role in advancing the field of plastic surgery both nationally and regionally.

Last updated by M. Rangaviz__Aug. 14, 2026