Associate Professor, Surgery-Plastic/Reconstructive
Co-Director Cleft and Craniofacial Surgery Programs
Director Cosmetic Program
Recognition & Awards
5280 Top Doc, 5280 Magazine
(2019)
Top Doc Plastic Surgery
Golden Apple Award for Faculty Teacher of the Year Department of Surgery, University of Colorado School of Medicine
(2019)
University of Colorado Hospital Medical Staff Award for Excellence in Clinical Innovation: UCHealth Integrated Transgender Program, University of Colorado Hospital
(2019)
5280 Top Doc, 5280 Magazine
(2018)
Top Doc Plastic Surgery
5280 Top Doc, 5280 Magazine
(2017)
Top Doc Plastic Surgery
Colorado Parent Top Doctor, 5280 Magazine
(2017)
5280 Top Doc, 5280 Magazine
(2016)
Top Doc Plastic Surgery
I am interested in outcome analysis of craniofacial surgery using 3D imaging technology and anthropometric software.
Teaching
Associate Professor
(2011)
School of Medicine,
Surgery
Craniofacial surgery, vascular malformations, cleft lip and palate, orthognathic surgery, pediatric plastic surgery, facial fractures and trauma, cosmetic surgery of the eyes, face, breast, abdomen and body, body contouring after weight loss, microsurgery, skin and breast cancer reconstruction
Publications
Randall RS, Kian A, Chin K, French B. Resolution of obstructive sleep apnea after mandibular distraction osteogenesis in setting of delayed tongue-lip adhesion takedown: A case report. Medicine (Baltimore). 2018 Oct;97(42):e12853. PubMed PMID: 30334989
Winston KR, French B, Bunn J. Chronic Debilitating Headache in Adults Caused by Craniocerebral Disproportion: Treatment by Cranial Vault Expansion. Cureus. 2018 Feb 13;10(2):e2187. PubMed PMID: 29662726
Trinh BB, French B, Khechoyan DY, Deleyiannis FW. Designing a Fibular Flow-Through Flap with a Proximal Peroneal Perforator-Free Flap for Maxillary Reconstruction. Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open. 2017 Nov;5(11):e1543. PubMed PMID: 29263953
Longmire NM, Wong Riff KWY, O'Hara JL, Aggarwala S, Allen GC, Bulstrode NW, Forrest CR, French BM, Goodacre TEE, Marucci D, Norris JH, Panchapakesan V, Piplani B, Pusic AL, Vercruysse HJ, Klassen AF. Development of a New Module of the FACE-Q for Children and Young Adults with Diverse Conditions Associated with Visible and/or Functional Facial Differences. Facial Plast Surg. 2017 Oct;33(5):499-508. PubMed PMID: 28962056
Professional Memberships
American Society of Plastic Surgeons, Member
American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association, Member
Plastic Surgery Research Council, Member
American Society of Craniofacial Surgery, Member
Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society, Member
American College of Surgeons, Fellow
Practice Locations
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - Anschutz
1635 Aurora Ct
6th Floor
Aurora, CO 80045
720-848-0800
Pediatric Craniomaxillofacial Fellowship, Specialized Training
(2011)
Conditions & Treatments
Surgery - Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) - Facial Plastics and Cosmetics
Cancers - Melanoma
Cancers - Skin Cancer
Skin, Hair and Nails - Burns
Surgery - Orthognathic Surgery (Corrective Jaw Surgery)
Surgery - Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery
Bones, Joints and Muscles - Facial Fractures
Heart and Circulation - Vascular Malformations
Surgery - Cleft Lip and Palate
Surgery - Body Contouring and Liposuction
Bones, Joints and Muscles
Cancers
Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT)
Heart and Circulation
Skin, Hair and Nails
Surgery
Transgender Health
Surgery - Eye and/or Orbital Surgery
Surgery - Burn Surgery
Injuries and Wounds - Wounds
Injuries and Wounds
Clinical Interests
I am co-director of the Craniofacial Surgery program at the Children's Hospital of Colorado. I have a special interest in craniosynostosis, cleft lip and palate, vascular malformations, congenital nevi, and general pediatric plastic and reconstructive surgery. I also have an adult cosmetic and reconstructive practice at the University of Colorado Hospital. I have special interest in cosmetic surgery of the eyes, face, neck, breasts, abdomen and body.
Care Philosophy
My goal in caring for adults and children with cleft and craniofacial differences includes improving the entire life experience for the individual and family.
Public Speaking Yes
General Information
Medical Schools:
MD, Southern Illinois University School of Medicine
(2004)
Undergraduate Schools:
BS, University of Illinois–Urbana-Champaign (IL)
(1999)
Internships:
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine Program
(2005)
Residency Programs:
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine Program, Chief Resident, Plastic Surgery - Integrated (2010)
Fellowships:
Hospital for Sick Children, Canada, Craniofacial Surgery
(2011)