Andrea Park

Dr. Andrea Park is an Associate Professor and facial plastic surgeon specializing in head and neck irregularities of congenital, acquired, or post-cancer treatment origin. She prioritizes trust, service, and open communication in patient-physician relationships.

Her educational background includes:

• Medical Degree from University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine
• Otolaryngology Residency at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis (served as co-administrative chief resident with NIH-funded research fellowship)
• Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship at David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA

Dr. Park's research focuses on nerve injury models and novel interventions to prevent synkinesis—involuntary movements following nerve damage—with significant contributions to neurological voice disorder treatments. Her work bridges clinical innovation and translational neuroscience.

Her scientific recognition includes:

• Resident Research Award from the American Laryngological Association
• Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society membership

She has secured NIH research funding during residency and presented breakthrough findings at national conferences, establishing herself as a leader in craniofacial reconstructive innovation.