Dr. Bohdan Pomahac

Biography

Bohdan Pomahac is the Division Chief of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery at Yale Medicine and has been instrumental in pioneering advancements in the field, including the successful performance of full-face transplant procedures in the United States. His contributions extend to bilateral upper extremity transplantation and establishing Yale as a leader in vascularized composite transplantation, with a portfolio that includes extensive programs in wound healing, craniofacial surgery, and breast reconstruction. Pomahac's work focuses on the application of innovative technologies such as machine learning and 3D printing in surgical procedures, enhancing treatment options for patients. He is also well-versed in microsurgery techniques and has led significant research efforts to improve the viability of donated tissues used in transplants. Committed to advancing the field, he places a strong emphasis on educating the next generation of surgeons and developing customized solutions in reconstructive surgery to tackle a wide array of challenges faced by patients, ranging from congenital defects to trauma-related injuries.

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