Christopher R. Howell, MD

Dr. Christopher Howell is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon who specializes in the full spectrum of reconstructive plastic surgery at UK HealthCare.

Dr. Howell graduated summa cum laude with his bachelor's degree in chemistry from Wake Forest University. He went on to obtain his medical degree from the University of Kentucky College of Medicine. There, he earned the Albert B. Chandler Award, which is given to the top academically performing medical students in each graduating class.

Dr. Howell then completed his integrated plastic surgery residency at UK. Following this, he completed a fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania in microsurgery and complex reconstruction.

After fellowship, Dr. Howell returned home to practice plastic and reconstructive surgery at UK HealthCare. His interests include complex reconstruction after cancer resection and trauma.

Personal Statement

What initially drew me to plastic surgery was the ability to have a significant impact on the restoration of form and function for patients after traumatic events and cancer surgery.

Throughout my training, I have gravitated toward cases involving reconstruction of complex wounds. After graduating from residency, I decided to pursue further training in all areas of complex reconstructive surgery at the University of Pennsylvania. I am now happy to return home to Kentucky and work with my patients to regain what has been lost secondary to injury or cancer.

Helping my patients to achieve their goals in appearance and functionality provides me great satisfaction and keeps me excited about coming to work each day.

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