Our comprehensive research initiatives include evidence-based outcomes of lymphedema, breast reconstruction, cutaneous oncology, limb salvage, maxillofacial trauma and burn surgery. We have an active plastic surgery research group composed of faculty members, residents, and medical students which meets monthly to discuss new research ideas and active projects. All residents are required to participate in one research project per year. Residents are supported by the Department when presenting research projects at regional, national and international meetings.