Dr. John Persing

Biography

John Persing is a board-certified Plastic Surgeon and Neurological Surgeon who focuses on improving the quality of life for children born with craniofacial defects and individuals affected by cancer, trauma, and deformities. He earned his medical degree from the University of Vermont in 1974 and has held numerous prestigious positions, including President of the Plastic Surgery Foundation and the American Society of Maxillofacial Surgeons. He has published notable works in plastic and reconstructive surgery and has received several honors, including the Clinician of the Year Award in 2010 and the James Barrett Brown Award in 2015. His clinical interests encompass craniofacial deformities, vascular malformations, and cosmetic surgery of the face and body. He is also involved in pro bono surgical work, contributes significantly to the Yale Craniofacial Program, and is dedicated to providing treatment in various countries for children with cleft lip and cleft palate.

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