Complex Scalp Reconstruction

Condition

Head and neck deformities can occur for multiple reasons, including after accidents, infections, tumors, brain abnormalities, surgery or as a result of birth defects. There is no easy way to classify these abnormalities and each case is unique.

Treatment

Reconstruction is also highly specialized with multiple treatment options available, including reshaping of the skull, smoothing of deformities, placement of implants or movement of skin and muscle. The Neuroplastic Team was developed specifically for such complicated cases and specializes in the treatment of complex deformities of the face and skull.

Before image shows severe deformity of the skull of a child before surgical reconstruction.

Affiliated Divisions and Care Centers

Neuroplastic Center

The Neuroplastic Center at Brown University Health specializes in advanced care for neuroplastic conditions, combining research and personalized treatment for exceptional patient outcomes.

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People

Albert S. Woo, MD, FACS

Assistant Professor, Chief of Pediatric Plastic Surgery, Director of the Cleft and Craniofacial Center at Hasbro Children’s Hospital
Paul Liu, MD

Professor, Chief of Plastic Surgery at Rhode Island Hospital
Daniel Kwan, MD

Assistant Professor, Chief of Reconstructive Surgery, Lifespan Physician Group
Loree K. Kalliainen, MD

Associate Professor , Hand and Peripheral Nerve Surgeon, Lifespan Physician Group Plastic Surgery
Konstantina A. Svokos, DO, MS

Associate Professor of Neurosurgery and Pediatrics, Director of Fetal Neurosurgery, Co-Director, Neuroplastics, Co-Director, Center for Surgical Treatment of the Developing Brain and Spine, Pediatric Neurosurgeon
Petra Klinge, MD, PhD

Professor of Neurosurgery, Director, Pediatric Neurosurgery, Division Director, Center for Surgical Treatment of the Developing Brain and Spine