
Cindy Wu MD
Aesthetic/Cosmetic Plastic Surgery
Cynthia Gregg MD, Face and Body Specialists
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3550 NW Cary PkwySte 100Cary, NC 27513
Phone+1 919-297-0097
Fax+1 919-297-0082
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Summary
- Dr. Cindy Wu is a double board-certified plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery. An active member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons and the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, she specializes in breast augmentation, reduction, lift, implant removal revision surgery, abdominoplasty, liposuction, body contouring, and fat grafting. Her non-surgical services include injectable neuromodulators, fillers, and lasers. Her work has been published in multiple professional symposiums and trainings, including those utilizing virtual reality for surgical training. Dr. Wu has received several honors, including the Best Reconstructive Paper Award and membership in the prestigious Sigma Xi Scientific Research Society and Phi Beta Kappa.
Education & Training
- University of North Carolina HospitalsResidency, Plastic Surgery, 2010
- University of Alabama Medical CenterFellowship, Plastic Surgery, 2013 - 2014
- University of ChicagoResidency, Surgery, 2006 - 2010
- University of ChicagoInternship, Surgery, 2005 - 2006
- Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of MedicineClass of 2005
- University of ChicagoB.A., Major: Biology; Minor: Fine Arts, with Honors, 1997 - 2001
Certifications & Licensure
- NC State Medical License 2010 - 2026
- AL State Medical License 2013 - 2014
- IL State Medical License 2005 - 2011
- American Board of Plastic Surgery Plastic Surgery
Awards, Honors, & Recognition
- Best Reconstructive Paper Award 2012
- Phi Beta Kappa, Illinois Chapter 2001
- Sigma Xi Scientific Research Society 2001
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Publications & Presentations
PubMed
- Commentary on: The Influence of Photo Editing Applications on Patients Seeking Facial Plastic Surgery Services.Cindy Wu
Aesthetic Surgery Journal. 2021-02-12 - 4 citationsCommentary on: The Leaky Pipeline of Women in Plastic Surgery: Embracing Diversity to Close the Gender Disparity GapCindy Wu
Aesthetic Surgery Journal. 2020-10-24 - 27 citationsAre You on the Right Platform? A Conjoint Analysis of Social Media Preferences in Aesthetic Surgery PatientsApoorve Nayyar, Jihane Jadi, Roja Garimella, Stephen Tyler Elkins-Williams, Kristalyn K. Gallagher
Aesthetic Surgery Journal. 2019-08-22
Journal Articles
- Implementation and Analysis of a Lean Six Sigma Program in Microsurgery to Improve Operative Throughput in Perforator Flap Breast ReconstructionHultman CS, Kim S, Lee CN, Wu C, Dodge B, Hultman CE, Roach ST, Halvorson EG, Ann Plast Surg, 1/1/2016
- Clitoral Epidermal Inclusion Cyst Resection With Intraoperative Sensory Nerve Mapping TechniqueWu C, Damitz L, Karrat KM, Mintz A, Zolnoun D, Female Pelvic Med Reconstr Surg, 1/1/2016
- Identification of Best Practices for Resident Aesthetic Clinics in Plastic Surgery Training: The ACAPS National SurveyHultman CS, Wu C, Bentz ML, Redett RJ, Shack BR, David LR, Taub JR, and Janis JE, PRS Global Open, 1/4/2015
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Books/Book Chapters
Abstracts/Posters
- Danger Zones in Labiaplasty: The Importance of Sensory Nerve Testing in Preventing Sexual Dysfunction.Wu C, 57th Annual Southeastern Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons meeting, Nassau, Bahamas, 1/8/2014
- Does the Type or Duration of Microsurgical Experience Affect Outcomes in Head and Neck Microsurgery?Wu C, 57th Annual Southeastern Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons meeting, Nassau, Bahamas, 1/8/2014
- Racial Differences in Ischemic Complications of Abdominal Flap Breast Reconstruction.Wu C, 56th Annual Southeastern Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons meeting, Bonita Springs, FL, 1/1/2013
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Lectures
- Virtual Reality Surgical Training Video on Augmentation Mastopexy.Chapel Hill, NC - 6/5/2025
- Allergan Surgical Solutions Symposium Master’s Class. Managing Complications in Aesthetic Breast Surgery – Implant Palpability and Visibility, Breast Shaping after Imp...Miami, Florida - 2/28/2025
- Allergan Surgical Solutions Symposium. Managing Complications in Aesthetic Breast Surgery – Implant Palpability and Visibility, Virtual Reality Surgical Training Video...Las Vegas, Nevada - 11/8/2024
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Professional Memberships
- Member
- Member
- Southeastern Society of Plastic SurgeonsMember
- North Carolina Society of Plastic SurgeonsMember
Other Languages
- Spanish, Taiwanese
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