Allen Gabriel

Allen Gabriel, MD is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the School of Medicine, Loma Linda University. With over two decades of academic and clinical experience, Dr. Gabriel has established himself as a prominent researcher in breast reconstruction and wound care.

Dr. Gabriel received his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Nevada Las Vegas in 2001.

Dr. Gabriel's research primarily focuses on innovative approaches to breast reconstruction, with particular expertise in prepectoral techniques, acellular dermal matrices, and negative pressure wound therapy. His work spans both clinical outcomes research and translational studies examining the biological aspects of tissue integration and healing. He has made significant contributions to understanding the applications of various surgical techniques in diverse patient populations, including those with obesity and those requiring revision surgery.

Dr. Gabriel's publication record demonstrates a strong emphasis on evidence-based approaches to plastic surgery, with numerous systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and clinical studies that have shaped current practices in breast reconstruction. His recent work (2021-2025) shows continued focus on comparative effectiveness of different reconstruction techniques, economic analyses of wound care technologies, and refinement of patient selection criteria for optimal outcomes.

Dr. Gabriel has served as an investigator on several research projects including studies on facial asymmetries, tendon coverage using artificial skin substitutes, cultural preferences in skin substitutes, and stem cell isolation for tissue engineering applications.