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Siba Haykal is an Associate Professor at Yale School of Medicine and serves as the Section Chief of Reconstructive Oncology in the Division of Plastic Reconstructive Surgery. She is a double board-certified plastic reconstructive surgeon specializing in microsurgical reconstruction and breast reconstructive surgery. Dr. Haykal has extensive experience delivering care to breast cancer patients, focusing on autologous-based reconstruction techniques including DIEP, PAP, SGAP, TUG, and LD. She offers innovative procedures for breast sensation restoration and immediate lymphatic reconstruction. Moreover, Dr. Haykal treats skin cancers, head and neck cancers, and sarcomas. A graduate of the University of Ottawa where she was the class valedictorian, she completed her residency training in Plastic Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Toronto. She holds a PhD in tissue engineering with a focus on tracheal reconstruction. Her research interests include vascularized composite allotransplantation and stem cell applications for tissue repair. Dr. Haykal is also an accomplished author with over 50 peer-reviewed publications and has received several prestigious awards throughout her career, highlighting her contributions to the field of reconstructive surgery and her commitment to patient care.
Yale School of Medicine • New Haven, CT
Leading the Section of Reconstructive Oncology, focusing on advanced techniques in microsurgery and patient care.
University of Toronto • Toronto, ON
Specialized in Plastic Reconstructive Surgery, mentoring residents and conducting clinical research.
Administered via the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS). GRE General is optional for PhD.