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Karen Szymanski, DO, Plastic Surgery, Peachtree Corners, GA

KarenDeniseSzymanskiDOFACOS

Plastic Surgery Peachtree Corners, GA

Aesthetic/Cosmetic Plastic Surgery

KDS Aesthetics

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Summary

  • Dr. Karen Szymanski is a plastic surgeon. She received her medical degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. She was the first graduate of the plastic and reconstructive surgery program that she helped start.

Education & Training

  • St Joseph's University Medical Center
    St Joseph's University Medical CenterFellowship, Plastic Surgery, 2014 - 2017
  • Jacobi Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine
    Jacobi Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of MedicineFellowship, Burn Surgery, 2013 - 2014
  • St Joseph's University Medical Center
    St Joseph's University Medical CenterResidency, Surgery, 2009 - 2013
  • Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine - Seton Hill
    Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine - Seton HillClass of 2006
  • University of Scranton
    University of ScrantonM.P.T., Physical Therapy, 2002
  • University of Scranton
    University of ScrantonB.S., Major in Health Sciences, minor in Computing Sciences, 2001

Certifications & Licensure

  • GA State Medical License
    GA State License 2021 - 2025
  • NC State Medical License
    NC State License 2017 - 2025
  • PA State Medical License
    PA State License 2002 - 2024
  • IL State Medical License
    IL State License 2019 - 2020
  • IN State Medical License
    IN State License 2017 - 2019
  • NY State Medical License
    NY State License 2013 - 2019
  • NJ State Medical License
    NJ State License 2011 - 2019
  • AOA Board of Surgery Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
  • AOA Board of Surgery Surgery
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Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Stryker Fellow Recipient for Operation Smile 2017
  • College of Medicine Award for Exceptional Community Service 2006
  • College of Medicine Top 20 Female Medical Graduates 2006
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Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Improving Pressure Ulcer Reconstruction: Our Protocol and the COP (Cone of Pressure) Flap  
    Gargano F, Edstrom L, Szymanski K, Schmidt S, Bevivino J, Zienowicz R, Stark J, Taylor HO, Podda S, Liu P, Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open, 1/30/2017
  • A surgical approach to the craniofacial defects of Opitz G/BBB syndrome  
    Regan JP, Szymanski K, Podda S, Gargano F, Kopiecki A, J Surg Case Rep, 1/17/2017
  • Invasive Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Scalp and Calvarium: A Multidisciplinary Approach  
    Stark J, Podda S, Szymanski K, Eplasty, 1/8/2016
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Abstracts/Posters

  • Surgical Debridement with SonicOne O.R.: an Initial Look at the Bacterial Load Pre- and Post- Low Frequency Direct Contact Ultrasound
    Abolghassemia D, Szymanski K, Baruch M, Zuberi J, Research Matters: SonicOne O.R. Clinical Abstracts; Diabetic Limb Salvage Meeting, 1/1/2016
  • Use of Acellular Dermal Matrix as scaffold enhancement in autologous costochondral ear reconstruction
    Podda S, Szymanski K, Gargano F, American College of Osteopathic Surgery (ACOS) Conference; NEOMEN Research Conference, 1/1/2016
  • Refinements in secondary cleft lip and nose reconstruction. The simultaneous use of multiple grafts to reduce reoperation rate and restore normal anatomical features
    Podda S, Szymanski K, Gargano F, ACOS Conference; NEOMEN Research Conference, 1/1/2016
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Lectures

  • Burn Scar Regeneration with the �SUFA� (SUbcision and Fat Grafting) Technique, a Prospective Clinical Study 
    1/1/2016
  • Management of craniosynostosis: endoscopically assisted craniectomies vs. traditional open craniotomy approach. Should they all be part of the craniofacial surgeon�s a... 
    1/1/2012
  • Outcome Anaylsis of Helmet Therapy for Deformational Plagiocephaly 
    1/1/2012

Other

  • Hippotherapy: A Literature Review and Assessment Tool 
    Szymanski K, University of Scranton, Honor�s Program
    1/1/2000