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Peter Chang, M.D., D.M.D. joins an elite class of surgeons who are dually trained in the specialties of plastic surgery and maxillofacial surgery. Prior to attending medical school, he received a degree in dentistry and training in oral and maxillofacial surgery. Realizing that he wanted to broaden his medical and surgical skills, he returned to medical school, obtained his medical degree, then completed his combined general surgery and plastic surgery training. Dr. Chang has over fifteen years of experience and training.

Over the years, Dr. Chang has published numerous scientific publications and has presented his work at national and international conferences.  During his career, Dr. Chang has received many honors and awards for his research and presentations   He also devotes time to teaching medical students and volunteering in the community.

Dr. Chang’s practice emphasis is on cosmetic plastic surgery.  He utilizes the most advanced techniques in breast surgery, body contouring, and facial rejuvenation.  With an eye for beauty, meticulous attention to detail, and sensitivity to the needs of patients, Dr. Chang is committed to providing his patients with optimal, natural results while keeping his patients care and safety as maximum priority.
 
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EDUCATION
  RESIDENCY in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
 

University of Texas Medical Branch
 Galveston, Texas
 July 2003- June 2006

Externship:  Aesthetic Surgery- James M. Stuzin, M.D.; Miami, FL., 4/05
 Externship:  Microsurgical Reconstruction- MD Anderson Cancer
Center, Houston, TX., 1/05
   
  RESIDENCY in General Surgery
  University of Texas Medical Branch
Galveston, Texas
July 2001- June 2003
   
  M.D.,  Medical College of Virginia at Virginia Commonwealth University
  Richmond, Virginia
August 1999- May 2001
   
  RESIDENCY in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
   
 

 University of Tennessee Medical Center
 Knoxville, Tennessee
 January 1997-June 1999 
Chief Resident

 Internship in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
University of Nebraska Medical Center
 Omaha, Nebraska
July 1995-December 1996
   
  D.M.D., University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine
  Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
September 1991-May 1995
HONORS- Summa cum Laude
           
OMFS Externship:  King’s County Hospital- Brooklyn, NY, 9/94
OMFS Externship:  Univ. Texas at San Antonio- San Antonio, TX, 8/94
OMFS Externship:  Charity Hospital (LSUMC) - New Orleans, LA, 7/94
   
  B.A.,     University of Pennsylvania
  Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Major: Biology (accelerated program- 3 years)
September 1988-May 1991

PUBLICATIONS

  1. Chang P, Kao DS, Heggers JP, Phillips LG:  Empiric Antibiotic Therapy for Seawater Injuries.  South Med J 96(10): S33, October 2003 Supplement
  1. Chang P:  Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone, Rejection in Transplant Patients, Septic Shock, Local Anesthesia, Management of Solitary Lung Nodule ABSITE Review Manual 2003, University of Texas Medical Branch Prepared by UTMB surgical residents 
  1. Chang P, US Patent # 6,257,884 B1:  Maxillomandibular Fixation Device, 7/10/01
  1. Chang P, Chun JT, Bell JL:  Complex Enterocutaneous Fistula:  Closure with Rectus Abdominis Muscle Flap.  South Med J 93(6):599-602, June 2000
  1. Chang P, Gotcher Jr. JE, McCoy JM, Tanaka WK, Robertson OB:  Femoral Nerve Palsy as a Complication of Anterior Iliac Crest Bone Harvest:  Report of Two Cases and Review of Literature.  Int J Oral Maxillofac Surg 28(Suppl 1):165, 1999
  1. Chang P, Chun JT, Bell JL:  Complex Enterocutaneous Fistula:  Closure with Rectus Abdominis Muscle Flap.  South Med J 91(10): S92, S115, October 1998 Supplement
  1. Betts NJ, Stanton DC, Haghighi K, Fonseca RJ, (Chang P):  Prospective Randomized Comparison of Vitallium Minifixation and Pan-fixation Systems Following Maxillary Osteotomy.  J Oral Maxillofac Surg 56(Suppl 4):69, 1998
  1. Betts NJ, Chang P, DeSalvo G:  One Resident’s Experience During Oral/Maxillofacial Surgery Training Compared Against Accreditation Standards.  J Oral Maxillofac Surg 51(Suppl 1):205-6, 1993

HONORS and AWARDS

  1. Second Place Basic Science Award.  Texas Society of Plastic Surgeons 2004 Annual Scientific Meeting; Austin, Texas, September 10-12, 2004
  1. First Place in Clinical Science Research Award.  Singleton Surgical Society 51st Annual Meeting, University of Texas Medical Branch; Galveston, Texas, June 18-19, 2004
  1. First Place Oral Presentation Award.  Combined Sections of Surgery, Plastic Surgery, and Colon & Rectal Surgery, 97th Annual Scientific Assembly of the Southern Medical Association; Atlanta, Georgia, November 6-8, 2003
  1. Surgery Clerkship Award, April 26, 2001.  Medical College of Virginia at Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, Virginia
  1. Medical School Honors:  Surgery, Neurology, Family Practice Medicine, CNS-Neural Science, Behavioral Science, 1999-2001.  Medical College of Virginia at Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, Virginia
  1. Anna and Dr. Louis Wolf Academic Scholarship, 1995.  University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
  1. Eta Sigma Sigma Honor Society, 1995.  University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
  1. Psi Omega Scholastic Achievement Award, 1995.  University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
  1. William Goldman Foundation Scholarships, 1994, 1993, 1992.  University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
  1. American Dental Association Endowment Fund Scholarship, 1993.  University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
  1. Matthew H. Cryer Honor Society, 1993.  University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
  1. Selected for Accelerated 7-years combined B.A./D.M.D. program, 1988-1995.  University of Pennsylvania and University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

INVITED SCIENTIFIC PRESENTATIONS

  1. Chang P:  Maxillofacial Injuries.  General Surgery Grand Rounds, Michigan State University; Lansing, Michigan, August 25, 2005
  1. Chang P, Morales, R, Cook, TK, Blackwell, SJ:  Use of Combined Two-flap Palatoplasty Technique and Furlow Double-Opposing Z-plasty for Soft Palate Clefts. Singleton Surgical Society 52nd Annual Meeting, University of Texas Medical Branch; Galveston, Texas, June 2, 2005   
  1. Chang P, Kao DS, Lester MT, Heggers JP, Phillips LG:  Rational Empiric Antibiotic Therapy for Seawater Injuries:  A Four Seasonal Analysis.  McLaughlin Symposia in Infection and Immunity, University of Texas Medical Branch; Galveston, Texas, September 20, 2004
  1. Chang P, Kao DS, Lester MT, Heggers JP, Phillips LG:  Analysis of Saltwater Pathogens Over Four Seasons:  A Guide to Rational Empiric Antibiotic Therapy for Seawater Injuries.  Texas Society of Plastic Surgeons 2004 Annual Scientific Meeting; Austin, Texas, September 10, 2004.  Second Place Basic Science Award
  1. Chang P, Kao DS, Lester MT, Heggers JP, Phillips LG:  Analysis of Saltwater Pathogens Over Four Seasons:  A Guide to Rational Empiric Antibiotic Therapy for Seawater Injuries.  Singleton Surgical Society 51st Annual Meeting, University of Texas Medical Branch; Galveston, Texas, June 18, 2004.  First Place in Clinical Science Research Award
  1. Chang P, Kao DS, Lester MT, Heggers JP, Phillips LG:  Rational Empiric Antibiotic Therapy for Seawater Injuries:  A Four Seasonal Analysis.  American College of Surgeons- South Texas Chapter Annual Meeting; Houston, Texas, April 1, 2004
  1. Chang P, Naoum JJ, Bauer JD, Zwischenberger JB, Trahan MD:  Forequarter Amputation for Malignant Tumors of the Upper Extremity.  American Association for Hand Surgery- 2004 Annual Meeting; Palm Springs, California, January 14-17, 2004
  1. Chang P, Kao DS, Heggers JP, Phillips LG:  Empiric Antibiotic Therapy for Seawater Injuries:  Fall Season Pilot Study.  Combined Sections of Surgery, Plastic Surgery, and Colon & Rectal Surgery, 97th Annual Scientific Assembly of the Southern Medical Association; Atlanta, Georgia, November 7, 2003.  First Place Oral Presentation Award
  1. Chang P, Kao DS, Lester MT, Heggers JP, Phillips LG:  Rational Empiric Antibiotic Therapy for Seawater Injuries:  A Four Seasonal Analysis.  Plastic Surgery 2003- American Society of Plastic Surgeons, 72nd Annual Scientific Meeting; San Diego, California, October 25-29, 2003
  1. Chang P, Kao DS, Heggers JP, Phillips LG:  Empiric Antibiotic Therapy for Seawater Injuries:  Fall Season Pilot Study.  American College of Surgeons- 89th Annual Clinical Congress; Chicago, Illinois, October 19-23, 2003 
  1. Chang P:  Femoral Nerve Palsy as a Complication of Anterior Iliac Crest Bone Harvest: Report of Two Cases and Review of Literature.  Aesthetic Facial Reconstruction in Adults and Children, 2003 PSEF Symposium; Phoenix, Arizona, February 22, 2003
  1. Chang P, Gotcher Jr. JE, McCoy JM, Tanaka WK, Robertson OB:  Femoral Nerve Palsy as a Complication of Anterior Iliac Crest Bone Harvest:  Report of Two Cases and Review of Literature.  14th International Conference on Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, April 24-29, 1999  
  1. Chang P, Gotcher Jr. JE, Doctora J:  Qualitative Platelet Disorder in a Patient Undergoing TMJ Surgery:  Case report and Review of Literature.  20th Annual Conference of the American College of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, 2/99
  1. Chang P, Chun JT, Bell JL:  Complex Enterocutaneous Fistula:  Closure with Rectus Abdominis Muscle Flap.  Combined Sections of Surgery, Plastic Surgery, and Colon & Rectal Surgery, 92nd Annual Scientific Assembly of the Southern Medical Association; New Orleans, Louisiana, November 20, 1998
  1. Chang P, Tanaka WK, Robertson OB:  Femoral Nerve Palsy as a Complication of Anterior Iliac Crest Bone Harvest:  Single Case Report and Review of Literature.  Mid-West Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Conference; Omaha, Nebraska, 5/96

DEPARTMENTAL SCIENTIFIC PRESENTATIONS

  1. Naso-orbital Ethmoid Fractures.  Combined ENT/Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds, University of Texas Medical Branch; Galveston, Texas, June 1, 2005
  1. Overview of Orthognathic Surgery.  Combined ENT/Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds, University of Texas Medical Branch; Galveston, Texas, October 6, 2004
  1. Management of Pressure Sores.  University of Texas Medical Branch, Department of Surgery, Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Conference; Galveston, Texas, February 2004 
  1. Management of Metacarpal and Phalangeal Fractures.  University of Texas Medical Branch, Department of Surgery, Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Conference; Galveston, Texas, January 2004
  1. Barrett’s Esophagus:  Diagnosis and Treatment.  University of Texas Medical Branch, Department of Surgery Conference; Galveston, Texas, May 10, 2003
  1. Peutz-Jeghers Syndrome.  University of Texas Medical Branch, Department of Surgery Conference; Galveston, Texas, March 22, 2003
  1. Hemangiomas and Adenomas of Liver:  Diagnosis and Treatment.  University of Texas Medical Branch, Department of Surgery Conference; Galveston, Texas, February 8, 2003
  1. Splenic Vein Thrombosis:  Diagnosis and Treatment.  University of Texas Medical Branch, Department of Surgery Conference; Galveston, Texas, February 8, 2003
  1. Management of Hypercalcemia.  University of Texas Medical Branch, Department of Surgery Conference; Galveston, Texas, January 11, 2003
  1. Management of Otalgia.  University of Texas Medical Branch, Department of Surgery Conference; Galveston, Texas, January 4, 2003
  1. Management of Solitary Lung Nodule.  University of Texas Medical Branch, Department of Surgery Conference; Galveston, Texas, April 27, 2002
  1. Septic Shock:  Symptoms, Signs, and Treatment.  University of Texas Medical Branch, Department of Surgery Conference; Galveston, Texas, March 23, 2002
  1. Rejection in Transplant Patients.  University of Texas Medical Branch, Department of Surgery Conference; Galveston, Texas, February 16, 2002
  1. Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone:  Diagnosis and Treatment.  University of Texas Medical Branch, Department of Surgery Conference; Galveston, Texas, December 22, 2001
  1. Local Anesthetic Agents:  Types of agent, dosage calculation, mechanisms of action, side effects.  University of Texas Medical Branch, Department of Surgery Conference; Galveston, Texas, October 6, 2001
  1. Surgery for Sleep Apnea.  University of Tennessee Medical Center, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Conference; Knoxville, Tennessee, 1999
  1. Esthetic Evaluation of the Face.  University of Tennessee Medical Center, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Conference; Knoxville, Tennessee, 1999
  1. Anesthesia Related Hepatotoxicity.  University of Tennessee Medical Center, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Conference; Knoxville, Tennessee, 1998
  1. Traumatic Craniofacial Defects: HTR/PMI.  University of Tennessee Medical Center, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Conference; Knoxville, Tennessee, 1998
  1. Anesthetic Management of the Obese Patient.  University of Tennessee Medical Center, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Conference; Knoxville, Tennessee, 1998
  1. Histiocytosis X Related Diseases.  University of Tennessee Medical Center, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Conference; Knoxville, Tennessee, 1997
  1. Type I Hypersensitivity.  University of Tennessee Medical Center, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Conference; Knoxville, Tennessee, 1997
  1. Cardiac Dysrhythmias and Basic EKG Interpretation.  University of Tennessee Medical Center, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Conference; Knoxville, Tennessee, 1997
  1. Surgical Management of Cutaneous Defects:  Facial Flaps.  University of Nebraska Medical Center, Department of Surgery, Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Conference; Omaha, Nebraska, 1996
  1. Management of Soft Tissue Injuries:  Wound Management.  University of Nebraska Medical Center, Department of Surgery, Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Conference; Omaha, Nebraska, 1995

SCIENTIFIC MEETINGS

  1. Massive Weight Loss Body Contouring Symposium.  Houston, Texas; March 19, 2005
  1. Pediatric Plastic Surgery Forum.  Houston, Texas; March 12, 2005
  1. Facial Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery.  Galveston, Texas; March 5, 2005
  1. Plastic Surgery 2004- American Society of Plastic Surgeons.  Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; October 9-13, 2004
  1. McLaughlin Symposia in Infection and Immunity.  University of Texas Medical Branch Galveston, Texas; September 20, 2004
  1. Texas Society of Plastic Surgeons 2004 Annual Scientific Meeting.  Austin, Texas; September 10-12, 2004
  1. 17th Congress of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.  Houston, Texas; August 28-31, 2004
  1. Second Annual Fresh Cadaver FLAP Dissection Course for Reconstructive Surgery.  Duke University Medical Center, Division of Plastic Surgery.  Durham, North Carolina; August 6-8, 2004
  1. American Society for Surgery of the Hand- 2004 Comprehensive Review Course in Hand Surgery.  Dallas, Texas; July 23-25, 2004
  1. Singleton Surgical Society 51st Annual Meeting, University of Texas Medical Branch.  Galveston, Texas; June 18-19, 2004
  1. Controversies in Pediatric Maxillofacial Surgery- Diagnosis and Treatment.  Houston, Texas; May 8, 2004
  1. American College of Surgeons- South Texas Chapter Annual Meeting.  Houston, Texas; March 31- April 2, 2004
  1. 38th Annual Baker Gordon Symposium on Cosmetic Surgery.  Miami, Florida; February 6-8, 2004
  1. American Association for Hand Surgery- 2004 Annual Meeting.  Palm Springs, California; January 14-17, 2004
  1. Fracture Fixation of the Hand Course.  Houston, Texas; December 6, 2003
  1. 97th Annual Scientific Assembly of the Southern Medical Association.  Atlanta, Georgia; November 6-8, 2003
  1. Plastic Surgery 2003- American Society of Plastic Surgeons, 72nd Annual Scientific Meeting.  San Diego, California; October 25-29, 2003
  1. American College of Surgeons- 89th Annual Clinical Congress.  Chicago, Illinois; October 19-23, 2003
  1. Texas Medical Center Maxillofacial Trauma Symposium.  Houston, Texas; 10/03
  1. Microsurgery Training, MD Anderson Cancer Center.  Houston, Texas; July 7-11, 2003
  1. Plastic Surgery Research Council 48th Annual Meeting.  Las Vegas, Nevada; April 23-26, 2003
  1. Aesthetic Facial Reconstruction in Adults and Children, 2003 PSEF Symposium.  Phoenix, Arizona; February 20-22, 2003
  1. 35th Annual Refresher Course in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.  Denver, Colorado; November 16-23, 2002
  1. Plastic Surgery Research Council 47th Annual Meeting.  Boston, Massachusetts; Aprl 17-20, 2002
  1. 14th International Conference on Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.  Washington D.C.; April 24-29, 1999
  1. 22nd Annual Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology Review.  San Francisco, California; 2/99
  1. Southern Medical Association’s 92nd Annual Scientific Assembly.  New Orleans, Louisiana; November 18-22, 1998
  1. Biomaterials Technology in Orthognathic Procedures Conference.  Knoxville, Tennessee; 10/98
  1. American Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Annual National Meeting.  New Orleans, Louisiana; 9/98
  1. Tennessee Dental Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Midwinter Meeting.  Nashville, Tennessee; 1/98
  1. Cardiology Update Conference.  Knoxville, Tennessee; 11/97
  1. Resorbable Craniomaxillofacial Fixation Conference.  Knoxville, Tennessee; 6/97          
  1. Midwest Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Meeting.  Omaha, Nebraska; 5/96
  1. Aesthetic and Reconstructive Maxillofacial Surgery Conference.  Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; 5/94
  1. 8th Annual Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Conference.  Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; 4/94

VOLUNTEER ACTVITIES

  1. Regional representative for the University of Pennsylvania, Secondary School Committee for Admissions.  League City, Texas; 2005
  1. Volunteer physician for Hurricane Katrina evacuees, George R. Brown Convention Center.  Houston, Texas; 9/05
  1. Volunteer physician for first aid team, Galveston County Fair and Rodeo.  Galveston, Texas; 4/30/05
  1. Resident Advisor to the Plastic Surgery Interest Group, University of Texas Medical Branch.  Galveston, Texas; 10/2004 to 6/2006
  1. Instructor -Suture Workshop for UTMB Medical Students, Clinical Skills Course, University of Texas Medical Branch.  Galveston, Texas; 4/2004
  1. Judge, Annual National Student Research Forum, University of Texas Medical Branch.  Galveston, Texas; 2003
  1. Suture workshop for MCV Residents, Medical College of Virginia at Virginia Commonwealth University.  Richmond, Virginia; 2001
  1. Instructor MCV Student Chapter of Operation Smile- Instructor for suture workshop, Medical College of Virginia at Virginia Commonwealth University.  Richmond, Virginia; 2000
  1. Volunteer physician for University of Tennessee football games,  University of Tennessee. Knoxville, Tennessee; 1997-98 
  1. Christian Medical and Dental Society (Medical Group Missions).  Tepic, Mexico Project; 7/93
 
 
 
       
 
 
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