Phuong Nguyen, MD

Professional Titles

• Chief of Pediatric Plastic Surgery
• Associate Vice Chair of Global Surgery
• Co-Director of Cleft Lip and Palate Program

Recognitions

• Top Doctors, Houstonia Magazine (2022)
• Dean’s Teaching Excellence Award, McGovern Medical School, University of Texas (2022)
• American Society of Plastic Surgery International Visiting Professor, American Society of Plastic Surgery (2022)
• Top Doctors, Houstonia Magazine (2021)
• American Society of Plastic Surgery Essentials of Leadership Program, American Society of Plastic Surgery (2020)
• Dean’s Teaching Excellence Award, McGovern Medical School, University of Texas (2021)
• American Society of Maxillofacial Surgeons CRANIO Fellowship Award, American Society of Maxillofacial Surgeons (2019)
• Dean’s Teaching Excellence Award, McGovern Medical School, University of Texas (2020)
• Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Junior Faculty Pilot Grant, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (2018)
  3D printed nerve conduits to restore facial nerve function in a porcine model using gingival-derived mesenchymal stem cells”
• Plastic Surgery Foundation/American Council of Academic Plastic Surgeons (PSF/ACAPS) Combined Pilot Research Grant, Plastic Surgery Foundation (2018)
  Examining Craniofacial Defect Prevalence in Vietnam Using Text Message Data Entry
• American Society of Maxillofacial Surgeons Research Grant; Bernd Spiessl Award, American Society of Maxillofacial Surgeons (2017)
  Human Gingiva-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells enriched with Induced Neural Crest Stem-Like Cells as Bio-Ink for 3D Scaffold-free Nerve Construct in a Facial Nerve Injury Model
• Faculty Teaching Award - Junior Residents, University of Pennsylvania Division of Plastic Surgery (2017)
• Paul Black Young Investigator Award for Basic Science Research, American Cleft Palate and Craniofacial Association (2017)
  Induced Neural Progenitor-Like Cells from Human Gingiva-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells Regulate Myelination of Schwann Cells in Rat Sciatic Nerve Regeneration
• Plastic Surgery Foundation/Operation Smile International Scholar, Plastic Surgery Foundation (2016)
• American Society of Maxillofacial Surgeons Resident Scholar, American Society of Maxillofacial Surgeons (2012)
• Operation Smile Regan Fellowship, Operation Smile (2012)
• Teacher of the Year, Chief Resident, General Surgery, Department of Surgery, NYU (2011)
• Academic Chief Resident, General Surgery, Department of Surgery, NYU (2011)
• Young Investigator Award, Wound Healing Society (2009)
  Mediators of Increased Apoptosis in Stressed Diabetic Fibroblasts: p53 control of Bax and Bcl-2
• General Surgery Resident Teacher of the Year, Department of Surgery, NYU (2007)
• Empire Clinical Research Investigator Program (ECRIP) Grant, Empire Clinical Research Investigator Program (2008)
  Breast reconstruction in a university-based public hospital: a prospective analysis of patient-reported outcomes
• Plastic Surgery Educational Foundation (PSEF) Basic Research Grant, Plastic Surgery Educational Foundation (PSEF) (2008)
  Prevention of Radiation Skin Fibrosis by knockout of MMP-2, -9
• Top Doctors, Houstonia Magazine (2023)

Research Interests

Publications

• Cepeda A Jr, Johnson ML, Kelagere K, Obinero CG, Nguyen PD, Greives MR. The Limit Is Zero: A Prospective Evaluation of Ketorolac in Patients Undergoing Primary Palatoplasty to Reduce Narcotic Utilization. J Craniofac Surg. 2023 Sep 1;34(6):1713-1716. PubMed PMID: 37381130
• Dunworth K, Hernandez JA, Ching J, Golden B, Nguyen PD, Patel K, Rogers-Vizena CR, Rottgers SA, Allori AC. Aesthetic Outcomes in Cleft Care: Exploring Patterns in Patient-Reported Outcomes Across Adolescence. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2023 Sep 29. [Epub ahead of print] PubMed PMID: 37772883
• Nguyen HT, Washington GN, Cepeda A Jr, Littlefield T, Obinero CG, Greives MR, Nguyen PD. Characterization of Regional Morphological Changes in Sagittal Craniosynostosis Following Endoscopic Strip Craniectomy With Post-operative Helmeting: Predictors for Success. J Craniofac Surg. 2023 Sep 1;34(6):1677-1681. PubMed PMID: 37253235
• Green JC, Rodriguez MM, Govande JV, Sathyanarayanan S, Nguyen PD. Prevalence of Global Surgery Opportunities in Plastic Surgery Residency Programs. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2023 May 1;151(5):893e-895e. PubMed PMID: 36728826
• Zavala CA, Zima LA, Greives MR, Fletcher SA, Shah MN, Miller BA, Sandberg DI, Nguyen PD. Can Craniosynostosis be Diagnosed on Physical Examination? A Retrospective Review. J Craniofac Surg. 2023 Oct 1;34(7):2046-2050. PubMed PMID: 37646354
• Thadikonda K, Zhang R, Bruhn J, Nguyen PD, Poore SO. Informed Consent Practices in Global Surgery among Plastic Surgery Organizations. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2022 Oct 1;150(4):921-928. PubMed PMID: 35939636
• Nguyen P.D. “Congenital Hand”. Plastic Surgery Review. Ed: Lakin, G.E. Ch 39. 237-246. Thieme Publishing. 2015.
• Deramo PJ, Seitz AJ, Shakir S, Greives MR, Low DW, Jackson OA, Nguyen PD. Dual-Innervated Free Gracilis Muscle Transfer for Facial Reanimation in Children. Ann Plast Surg. 2022 Nov 1;89(5):538-542. PubMed PMID: 36279580
• Nguyen P.D., Cohen O.D., Nadler, E.P. “Arteriovenous Malformations”. Paediatric Surgery: A Comprehensive Text for Africa. Ed: Ameh et al. Ch 112. Spectrum Publishing. Global HELP. 2010. ISBN -13 #978-1-60189-091-7.
• Smith D.M., Nguyen P.D., Forrest, C.R. “Secondary Cleft Rhinoplasty”. Secondary Rhinoplasty. Ed: Rohrich, Ahmad. 1st edition. CRC Press. Nov 9, 2016. ISBN-13: 978-1626236783
• Keyho RJ, Cepeda A Jr, Greives MR, Nguyen PD. Socioeconomic Factors Impact the Timing of Surgical Repair for Craniosynostosis - A Regional and National Assessment. J Craniofac Surg. 2022 Jul-Aug 01;33(5):1497-1501. PubMed PMID: 34873100
• Nguyen P.D., Do L.N. “Arteriovenous Malformations”. Paediatric Surgery: A Comprehensive Text for Africa, Second Edition. Ed: Ameh et al. Ch 112. Springer Nature. December 2015.
• Fairchild B, Cepeda A Jr, Maiorino E, Shah MN, Sandberg DI, Fletcher SA, Nguyen PD, Greives MR. Back to the Beginning: An Algorithmic Approach to Neonatal Myelomeningocele Repair. Ann Plast Surg. 2022 Jul 1;89(1):82-88. PubMed PMID: 34864746
• Nguyen P.D., Smith D.M., Forrest, C.R. “Craniosynostosis”. Principles and Practice of Pediatric Plastic Surgery. Ed: Bentz, Bauer, & Zuker. 2nd edition. Ch 24. 595-647. CRC Press. 2016. ISBN-13: 978-1482241372
• Jackson O.A., Low D.W., Nguyen P.D., Kent K. “Advanced Plastic Surgical Techniques: Facial Prosthetic Considerations, Periorbital Free Flaps, Reanimation, and Corneal Sensory Restoration”. Pediatric Oculoplastic Surgery, Second Edition. Ed: Katowitz J.A. and Katowitz W.R. Ch 8. Springer. Dec 1, 2017. ISBN-13: 978-3319608129
• Anderson BJ, Fallah KN, Lignieres AA, Moffitt JK, Luu KL, Cepeda A Jr, Doringo IL, Nguyen PD, Teichgraeber JF, Greives MR. Predictive Factors for Velopharyngeal Insufficiency Following Primary Cleft Palate Repair. Cleft Palate Craniofac J. 2022 Jul;59(7):825-832. PubMed PMID: 34396792
• Madaree A., Nguyen P.D. “Lateral and Rare Craniofacial Clefts.” Global Cleft Care for Low Resource Settings. Ed: Swanson J.W. Ch 22. Springer. 2021, April. ISBN-13: 978-3030591045, ISBN-10: 3030591042
• Rizvi I, Fallah KN, Cepeda A Jr, Turner K, Nguyen PD, Greives MR. Where Are We Headed? Diagnosing Abnormal Head Shapes Through Virtual Care Visits. J Craniofac Surg. 2022 Jan-Feb 01;33(1):139-141. PubMed PMID: 34519705
• Maguire M., Nguyen P.D. “Cranial Orthotics and Ear Molding.” Emergency Management of the Hi-Tech Patient.” Ed: Lin R. Wiley-Blackwell. June 28, 2021. ISBN-13: 978-1119262923 ISBN-10: 1119262925
• Fallah KN, Konty LA, Anderson BJ, Cepeda A Jr, Lamaris GA, Nguyen PD, Greives MR. Forecasting the flap: predictors for pediatric lower extremity trauma reconstruction. Arch Plast Surg. 2022 Jan;49(1):91-98. PubMed PMID: 35086317
• Kimia R, Thom DH, Dinh PT, Hung PT, Van Son N, Nguyen PD. Epidemiology of Craniofacial Pathology in Northern Vietnam Using Digital Platforms: Utilization of Electronic Medical Records and an SMS-Based Reporting System in a Low-Middle Income Country. Ann Plast Surg. 2021 Sep 1;87(3):343-347. PubMed PMID: 33833162
• Shakir S., Nguyen P.D. “Management of Facial Fractures in Adults and Children.” Emergency Management of the Hi-Tech Patient.” Ed: Lin R. Wiley-Blackwell. June 28, 2021. ISBN-13: 978-1119262923; ISBN-10: 1119262925
• Nguyen P.D. Pediatric Neurosurgery: Craniosynostoses. In: El Tecle NE, El Ahmadieh TY, Aoun SG, Bendok B, ed. Congress of Neurological Surgeons Essential Papers in Neurosurgery. New York, NY: Oxford University Press; 2021: 26-32.
• Nguyen P.D. “Stress relief: How I joined a band and learned to love my life as resident.” Plastic Surgery Resident. Issue 6, Spring 2017. Pp 6-9
• Mackay DJD, Kimia R, Magee L, Jackson O, Nguyen PD. Evaluating Quality of Life After Facial Reanimation Using the Facial Clinimetric Evaluation Scale in a Series of Pediatric Patients. J Craniofac Surg. 2021 May 1;32(3):892-895. PubMed PMID: 33086295
• Moffitt JK, Cepeda A Jr, Wainwright DJ, Demian N, Wainwright DJ, Nguyen PD, Teichgraeber JF, Greives MR. The Epidemiology and Management of Pediatric Maxillary Fractures. J Craniofac Surg. 2021 May 1;32(3):859-862. PubMed PMID: 32941219
• Cepeda A Jr, Konty LA, Moffitt JK, Wainwright D, Booth JH, Nguyen PD, Greives MR. Study of Pediatric Operative Recreational Trauma: A Retrospective Analysis of Pediatric Sports-Related Facial Fractures. J Craniofac Surg. 2021 Jun 1;32(4):1611-1614. PubMed PMID: 33770047
• Moffitt JK, Cepeda A Jr, Ekeoduru RA, Teichgraeber JF, Nguyen PD, Greives MR. Enhanced Recovery After Surgery Protocol for Primary Cleft Palate Repair: Improving Transition of Care. J Craniofac Surg. 2021 Jan-Feb 01;32(1):e72-e76. PubMed PMID: 32897976
• Ryall JJ, Xue Y, Turner KD, Nguyen PD, Greives MR. Assessing the quality of life in infants with deformational plagiocephaly. J Craniomaxillofac Surg. 2021 Jan;49(1):29-33. PubMed PMID: 33239212
• Nguyen P.D. “Facial nerve injury.” PSEN Education Network Module. Spring 2019. https://ednet.plasticsurgery.org/diweb/catalog/launch/package/4/eid/4536164
• Deramo PJ, Greives MR, Nguyen PD. Pediatric facial reanimation: An algorithmic approach and systematic review. Arch Plast Surg. 2020 Sep;47(5):382-391. PubMed PMID: 32971589
• Washington G.N., Nguyen P.D. “Distraction osteogenesis for unicoronal craniosynostosis in an infant.” ASPS EdNet. 2020 March 11.
• Kimia R, Azoury SC, Allukian M 3rd, Nguyen PD. Cultured Epidermal Autograft for Total Scalp Reconstruction in a Neonate Following Necrotizing Fasciitis. Ann Plast Surg. 2020 Sep;85(3):276-280. PubMed PMID: 31923018
• Nguyen PD, Freet DJ. Reply: The Current State of Gender-Affirming Surgery Training in Plastic Surgery Residency Programs as Reported by Residency Program Directors. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2020 Nov;146(5):695e-696e. PubMed PMID: 33136974
• Goodenough CJ, Moffitt JK, Wainwright DJ, Cantor AD, Nguyen PD, Teichgraeber JF, Greives MR. Cervical Spine Injuries in Pediatric Maxillofacial Trauma: An Under-Recognized Problem. J Craniofac Surg. 2020 May Jun;31(3):775-777. PubMed PMID: 31895850
• Nguyen PD, Faschan KS, Mazzaferro DM, Konieczny T, Jackson OA, Bartlett SP. Comparison of Lengthening Temporalis Myoplasty and Free-Gracilis Muscle Transfer for Facial Reanimation in Children. J Craniofac Surg. 2020 Jan Feb;31(1):85-90. PubMed PMID: 31609948
• Magoon KL, LaQuaglia R, Yang R, Taylor JA, Nguyen PD. The Current State of Gender-Affirming Surgery Training in Plastic Surgery Residency Programs as Reported by Residency Program Directors. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2020 Feb;145(2):567-574. PubMed PMID: 31985661
• Akinbiyi T, Jackson OA, Nguyen PD, Low DW. A Novel Approach in the Surgical Management of Nasal Tip Hemangiomas: A 26-Year Experience. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2020 Dec;146(6):1348-1351. PubMed PMID: 33234967
• Kimia R, Shakir S, Jackson OA, Nguyen PD. Buccal Myomucosal Flap Reconstruction After Resection of Palatal Mucoepidermoid Carcinoma. Ann Plast Surg. 2019 Nov;83(5):538-541. PubMed PMID: 31021844
• Mao Q, Nguyen PD, Shanti RM, Shi S, Shakoori P, Zhang Q, Le AD. Gingiva-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cell-Extracellular Vesicles Activate Schwann Cell Repair Phenotype and Promote Nerve Regeneration. Tissue Eng Part A. 2019 Jun;25(11-12):887-900. PubMed PMID: 30311853
• Nguyen PD, Khechoyan DY, Phillips JH, Forrest CR. Custom CAD/CAM implants for complex craniofacial reconstruction in children: Our experience based on 136 cases(?). J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg. 2018 Nov;71(11):1609-1617. PubMed PMID: 30220563
• Zhang Q, Nguyen PD, Shi S, Burrell JC, Xu Q, Cullen KD, Le AD. Neural Crest Stem-Like Cells Non-genetically Induced from Human Gingiva-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells Promote Facial Nerve Regeneration in Rats. Mol Neurobiol. 2018 Aug;55(8):6965-6983. PubMed PMID: 29372546
• Nguyen PD, Caro MC, Smith DM, Tompson B, Forrest CR, Phillips JH. Long-term orthognathic surgical outcomes in Treacher Collins patients. J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg. 2016 Mar;69(3):402-8. PubMed PMID: 26638831
• Isaac KV, Koenemann J, Fukasawa R, Qian D, Linhares A, Saber NR, Drake J, Forrest CR, Phillips JH, Nguyen PD. Optimization of Cranio-Orbital Remodeling: Application of a Mathematical Model. J Craniofac Surg. 2015 Jul;26(5):e416-9. PubMed PMID: 26163851
• Nguyen PD, Herrera FA, Roostaeian J, Da Lio AL, Crisera CA, Festekjian JH. Career satisfaction and burnout in the reconstructive microsurgeon in the United States. Microsurgery. 2015 Jan;35(1):1-5. PubMed PMID: 24809735
• Lai LH, Hui BK, Nguyen PD, Yee KS, Martz MG, Bradley JP, Lee JC. Lateral incisor agenesis predicts maxillary hypoplasia and Le Fort I advancement surgery in cleft patients. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2015 Jan;135(1):142e-148e. PubMed PMID: 25539321
• Allen RJ Jr, Canizares O Jr, Scharf C, Nguyen PD, Thanik V, Saadeh PB, Coleman SR, Hazen A. Grading lipoaspirate: is there an optimal density for fat grafting?. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2013 Jan;131(1):38-45. PubMed PMID: 23271517
• Szpalski C, Nguyen PD, Cretiu Vasiliu CE, Chesnoiu-Matei I, Ricci JL, Clark E, Smay JE, Warren SM. Bony engineering using time-release porous scaffolds to provide sustained growth factor delivery. J Craniofac Surg. 2012 May;23(3):638-44. PubMed PMID: 22565873
• Wetterau M, George F, Weinstein A, Nguyen PD, Tutela JP, Knobel D, Cohen Ba O, Warren SM, Saadeh PB. Topical prolyl hydroxylase domain-2 silencing improves diabetic murine wound closure. Wound Repair Regen. 2011 Jul-Aug;19(4):481-6. PubMed PMID: 21627711
• Thanik VD, Chang CC, Zoumalan RA, Lerman OZ, Allen RJ Jr, Nguyen PD, Warren SM, Coleman SR, Hazen A. A novel mouse model of cutaneous radiation injury. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2011 Feb;127(2):560-568. PubMed PMID: 21285760
• Sultan SM, Stern CS, Allen RJ Jr, Thanik VD, Chang CC, Nguyen PD, Canizares O, Szpalski C, Saadeh PB, Warren SM, Coleman SR, Hazen A. Human fat grafting alleviates radiation skin damage in a murine model. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2011 Aug;128(2):363-372. PubMed PMID: 21502909
• Lee JW, Zoumalan RA, Valenzuela CD, Nguyen PD, Tutela JP, Roman BR, Warren SM, Saadeh PB. Regulators and mediators of radiation-induced fibrosis: Gene expression profiles and a rationale for Smad3 inhibition. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2010 Oct;143(4):525-30. PubMed PMID: 20869563
• Nguyen PD, Tutela JP, Thanik VD, Knobel D, Allen RJ Jr, Chang CC, Levine JP, Warren SM, Saadeh PB. Improved diabetic wound healing through topical silencing of p53 is associated with augmented vasculogenic mediators. Wound Repair Regen. 2010 Nov-Dec;18(6):553-9. PubMed PMID: 20955346
• Lee JW, Tutela JP, Zoumalan RA, Thanik VD, Nguyen PD, Varjabedian L, Warren SM, Saadeh PB. Inhibition of Smad3 expression in radiation-induced fibrosis using a novel method for topical transcutaneous gene therapy. Arch Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2010 Jul;136(7):714-9. PubMed PMID: 20644068
• Dunworth K, Sharif-Askary B, Grames L, Jones C, Kern J, Nyswonger-Sugg J, Suárez A, Thompson K, Ching J, Golden B, Merrill C, Nguyen P, Patel K, Rogers-Vizena CR, Rottgers SA, Skolnick GB, Allori AC. Using "Real-World Data" to Study Cleft Lip/Palate Care: An Exploration of Speech Outcomes from a Multi-Center US Learning Health Network. Cleft Palate Craniofac J. 2023 Oct 16: PMID: 37844605.
• Nguyen PD, Lin CD, Allori AC, Ricci JL, Saadeh PB, Warren SM. Establishment of a critical-sized alveolar defect in the rat: a model for human gingivoperiosteoplasty. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2009 Mar;123(3):817-825. PubMed PMID: 19319044
• Nguyen HT, Washington GN, Cepeda A, Littlefield T, Teichgraeber JF, Greives MR, Nguyen PD. “Evaluation of Helmeting Therapy Duration after Endoscopic Strip Craniectomy for Metopic and Sagittal Craniosynostosis.”. J Craniofac Surg. 2023 Nov 16. PMID: 37973053
• Cepeda A Jr, Nguyen H.T., Obinero C.G., Washington G.N., Littlefield T., Grieves M.R., Nguyen P.D. “Characterization of Regional Morphological Changes in Metopic Craniosynostosis Following Endoscopic Strip Craniectomy with Postoperative Helmeting: Predictors for Success.” FACE: J of Am Society of Maxillofacial Surg. 2023;4(4):466-472. doi:10.1177/27325016231191638
• Thanik VD, Chang CC, Lerman OZ, Allen RJ Jr, Nguyen PD, Saadeh PB, Warren SM, Levine JP, Coleman SR, Hazen A. A murine model for studying diffusely injected human fat. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2009 Jul;124(1):74-81. PubMed PMID: 19568047
• Nguyen PD, Lin CD, Allori AC, Schachar JS, Ricci JL, Saadeh PB, Warren SM. Scaffold-based rhBMP-2 therapy in a rat alveolar defect model: implications for human gingivoperiosteoplasty. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2009 Dec;124(6):1829-1839. PubMed PMID: 19952639
• Mitchell DT, Obinero CG, Ekeoduru RA, Nye J, Green JC, Talanker MM, Nguyen PD, Grieves MR. “It’s Hip to Go Home: An Evaluation of Outpatient Alveolar Bone Grafting in Patients with Cleft Palate.” J Craniofaci Surg. 2023. July 2023. Accepted.
• Rodriguez M.M., Green J.C., Clark P.R., Sandberg D.I., Clark P.R., Grieves M.R., Nguyen P.D “Isolated Frontosphenoidal Synostosis: Early Clinical Management of a Rare Condition with Distraction Osteogenesis”. FACE: J of Am Society of Maxillofacial Surg. Feb 2023. doi:10.1177/27325016231160649
• Green J., Lignieres A., Obinero C.G., Nguyen P.D., Grieves M.R. “Repeat Buccal Flaps Successfully Reduce Hypernasality in a Patient with Cleft Palate.” Cleft Palate-Craniofacial J. 2023 Jan 2. PMID: 36594190
• Goodenough CJ, Hartline CA, Wei S, Moffitt JK, Cepeda A Jr, Nguyen PD, Greives MR. “Incidence of Readmission Following Pediatric Hand Surgery: An Analysis of 6600 Patients.” Eplasty. 2022 Sep 7; 22e40. PMID: 36160660
• Lignieres A., Anderson B., Cepeda Jr. A., Teichgreber J.F., Nguyen P.D., Greives M.R. “Do buccal flaps improve velopharyngeal insufficiency in conversion Furlow palatoplasty for patients with cleft palate?” Plast Reconstr Surg. 2022 April 13. PMID: 37053453
• Washington G.N, Cepeda Jr. A, Moffitt J., Groff CK, Greives M.R., Nguyen P.D. “Is the message clear? Evaluation of Readability Levels for Cleft Lip, Cleft Palate, and Craniofacial Websites.” Cleft Palate-Craniofacial J. 2022 July 5. PMID 35788157
• Shakir S., Card E.B., Kimia R., Greives M.R., Nguyen P.D. “Anterior Cranial Fossa Reconstruction in Complex Craniomaxillofacial Trauma: An Algorithmic Approach and Single Surgeon’s Experience.” Arch Plast Surg. 2022 Apr 6;49(2):174-183. 2022 Mar. PMID: 35832671
• Allen DZ, Liu LX, Turner K, Greives MR, Nguyen P.D., Roy S. “Soft palatal mass containing heterotopic neural tissue causing airway obstruction in a Pierre-Robin sequence patient.” J Surg Case Rep. 2021 Dec 31;2021(12). PMID: 34992764
• Greives M.R., Vahidy F., Austin M.T., Cepeda Jr. A., Nguyen P.D., Teichgraeber J.F. “Racial Disparities Affect Timing of Alveolar Bone Grafting for Patients with Cleft Lip and Palate: An Analysis of the 2012 Kids' Inpatient Database.” FACE: J of Am Society of Maxillofacial Surg. 2021 Oct 6; 4:357-363.
• Zhang Q., Nguyen P., Burrell J.C., Zeng J., Shi S., Shanti R.M., Kulischak G., Cullen D.K., Le A.D. “Harnessing 3D Collagen Hydrogel-Directed Conversion of Human GMSCs into SCP-like Cells to Generate Functionalized Nerve Conduits.” NPJ Regen Med. 2021 Sept 30.6(1):59 PMID 34593823
• Anderson B.T., Fallah K.N., Lignieres A., Moffit J.K., Luu K.L., Cepeda Jr. A., Doringo I.L., Nguyen P.D., Teichgraeber J.F., Greives M.R. “Predictive Factors for Velopharyngeal Insufficiency Following Primary Cleft Palate Repair.” Cleft Palate-Craniofacial J. 2021 Aug 16. PMID 34396792
• Mitchell D.T., Allen D.Z., Greives M.R., Nguyen P.D. “A Critical Assessment and Review of Artificial Intelligence in Facial Paralysis Analysis: Uncovering the Truth.” FACE: J of Am Society of Maxillofacial Surg. 2021 June 6. https://doi.org/10.1177%2F27325016211022805
• Nguyen P.D., Belal A.M., Washington G.N., Greives M.R., Sandberg D.I., Fletcher S.A., Shah M.N. “Distraction osteogenesis with temporal bone remodeling for unicoronal craniosynostosis.” J Neurosurg Focus: Video. (2): V15, 2021, April
• Kalmar C., Nguyen P.D., Taylor J.A. “Subtotal nasal reconstruction after traumatic avulsion.” Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open. 2020 Nov 20;8(11):e3239. PMID 33299705
• L.E., Stellar J.J., Stetzer M.N., Nguyen P.D., Jen M. “Combination hyperbaric oxygen therapy and usetekinumab for severe hidrandenitis suppurativa.” Pediatr Dermatol. 2019 May;36(3):381-383. PMID 30805965
• Zhang Q, Nguyen P.D., Shi S, Burrell J.C., Cullen D.K., Le A.D. “3D bio-printed scaffold-free nerve constructs with human gingiva-derived mesenchymal stem cells promote rat facial nerve regeneration.” Scientific Reports. 2018 Apr 26;8(1):6634. PMID 29700345
• Wes A.M., Naran S, Sun J, Mazzaferro D, Xu W, Nguyen P, Whitaker LA, Bartlett SP, Taylor JA. “The Whitaker classification of craniosynostosis outcomes: an assessment of interrater reliability.” Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. 2017 Oct;140(4):579e-589e. PMID 28617738
• Zhang Q.Z., Nguyen P.D., Xu Q., Park W., Lee S., Furuhashi A., Le A.D. “Neural progenitor-like cells induced from human gingiva-derived mesenchymal stem cells regulate myelination of Schwann cells in rat sciatic nerve regeneration.” Stem Cells Transl Med. 2017 Feb; 6(2): 458-470. PMID 28191764
• Galanis C., Nguyen P., Koh J., Roostaeian J., Festekjian J., Crisera C. “Microvascular lifeboats: a stepwise approach to intraoperative venous congestion in DIEP flap breast reconstruction.” Plast Reconstr Surg. 2014 Jul; 134(1):20-7. PMID 25028816
• Allen R.J. Jr., Soares M.A., Haberman I.D., Szpalski C., Schachar J., Lin C.D., Nguyen P.D., Saadeh P.B., Warren S.M. “Combination therapy accelerates diabetic wound closure.” PLoS One. 2014 Mar 20;9(3):e92667. PMID 24651576
• Li A., Yoon A., Vardanian A., Nguyen P., Sacks J., Gordon C., Jarrahy R. “Patient rankings: why patient feedback should affect our delivery of care but not our pay.” Bull Am Coll Surg. 2013 Nov;98(11):22-3. PMID 24313136
• Canders C.P., Nguyen P.D., Festekjian J.H., Rudkin G.H. “Case Report: Treatment of a lower extremity lymphocele with intraoperative lymphatic mapping.” Eplasty. 2013 Nov 7;13:e57. PMID 24570765
• Desai R.I., Neumeyer J.L., Paronis C.A., Nguyen P., Bergman J. “Behavioral effects of the R-(+)- and S-(-)-enantiomers of the dopamine D(1)-like partial receptor agonist SKF 83959 in monkeys.” Eur J Pharmacol. 2007 Mar 8;558(1-3):98-106. PMID 17207791
• Carroll M.E., Roth M.E., Voeller R.K., Nguyen P.D. “Acquisition of oral phencyclidine self-administration in rhesus monkeys: effect of sex.” Psychopharmacology. 2000 May; 149(4): 401-8. PMID 10867968
• Manisundaram A.D., Sathyanarayanan S., Govande J.V., Marques E.S., Nguyen P.D. “Cross-Institutional Virtual Mock Oral Exam - a New Paradigm?” Plast Reconstr Surg Global Open. 2023 Feb 17;11(2):e4822. PMID: 36817278
• Rodriguez M.M., Green J.C., Clark P.R., Sandberg D.I., Clark P.R., Grieves M.R., Nguyen P.D “Isolated Frontosphenoidal Synostosis: Early Clinical Management of a Rare Condition with Distraction Osteogenesis”. FACE: J of Am Society of Maxillofacial Surg. Feb 2023. doi:10.1177/27325016231160649
• Nguyen H.T., Washington G., Cepeda A., Littlefield T., Grieves M.R., Nguyen P.D. “Characterization of Regional Morphological Changes in Sagittal Craniosynostosis following Endoscopic Strip Craniectomy with Post-operative Helmeting: Predictors for Success". J Craniofacial Surg. 2023, May 29. PMID: 37253235
• Mitchell DT, Obinero C, Ekeoduru RA, Nye J, Green JC, Talanker M, Nguyen PD, Greives MR. “It's Hip to Go Home: An Evaluation of Outpatient Alveolar Bone Grafting in Patients With Cleft Palate.” J Craniofac Surg. 2023 Aug 30. PMID: 37646360.
• Zavala CA, Zima LA, Greives MR, Fletcher SA, Shah MN, Miller BA, Sandberg DI, Nguyen PD. “Can Craniosynostosis be Diagnosed on Physical Examination? A Retrospective Review.” J Craniofac Surg. 2023 Aug 30. PMID: 37646354.
• Nguyen HT, Washington GN, Cepeda A, Littlefield T, Teichgraeber JF, Greives MR, Nguyen PD. “Evaluation of Helmeting Therapy Duration after Endoscopic Strip Craniectomy for Metopic and Sagittal Craniosynostosis.”. J Craniofac Surg. 2023 Nov 16. PMID: 37973053
• Hoang TD, Nguyen HT, Runyan CM, Tran S, Vu L, Nguyen PD. “Implementation of Mandibular Distraction Osteogenesis for Patients with Pierre Robin Sequence in a Developing Country through International Collaboration: A Paradigm for Success.”. J Craniofac Surg. 2023 Nov 6. Accepted.
• Sathyanarayanan S, Obinero CG, Green JC, Fallah KN, Grieves MR, Chen W, Nguyen PD. “The lawnmower and the pediatric lower extremity - a catastrophic combination.” Eplasty. 2023 Nov 7. Accepted
• Keyho R., Greives M.R., Nguyen P.D. “Advances in Cleft and Pediatric Reconstruction.” Advancements in OMFS, ENT, and Facial Plastic Surgery. Ed: Melville J. Springer ISBN: 978-3-031-32098-9; 28 July 2023: 1(2): 37-47
• Groff CK, Obinero CG, Cepeda Jr. A, Barrera JE, Sobol DL, Nguyen PD, Greives MR. Postoperative Radiologic Imaging in Secondary Alveolar Bone Grafting for Cleft Lip and Palate: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. J Craniofac Surg. 2024 Jan 4. Accepted

Professional Memberships

• American College of Surgeons, Fellow
• American Society of Plastic Surgeons, Active Member
• American Society of Maxillofacial Surgeons, Active Member
• American Council of Academic Plastic Surgeons, Active Member
• American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association, Active Member
• American Society of Craniofacial Surgery, Active Member
• American Academy of Pediatrics, Fellow
• American Association of Pediatric Plastic Surgeons, Treasurer
• Plastic Surgery Research Council, Active Member
• American Association of Plastic Surgeons, Active Member
• International Society of Craniofacial Surgery, Active Member
• Texas Society of Plastic Surgeons, Active Member
• Houston Society of Plastic Surgeons, Active Member

Practice Locations

• Children's Hospital Colorado
• University of Colorado Hospital

• Center for Children's Surgery

Specialty Information

• Plastic Surgery, Board Certification (2016)
• Craniofacial Surgery (2015)
• Surgery, Board Certification (2012, 2022)
• American Board of Plastic Surgery, Board Certification (2016)
• American Board of Surgery, Board Certification (2012)
• Pediatric Craniomaxillofacial Surgery, Specialized Training (2015)

• Surgery - Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
• Surgery
• Surgery - Orthognathic Surgery (Corrective Jaw Surgery)
• Surgery - Free flaps and limb salvage
• Surgery - Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery
• Surgery - Cleft Lip and Palate
• Surgery - Breast Surgery
• Surgery - Nerve surgery