Gregory A Dumanian

Dr. Gregory Dumanian is the Orion H. and Lucille W. Stuteville Professor of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University. He serves as Chief of Plastic Surgery at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and holds cross-appointments in Medical Education, Orthopaedic Surgery, and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. His work spans clinical innovation, surgical training, and research.

• Hospital Affiliations: Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Jesse Brown VA Medical Center, Children’s Memorial Hospital, Shriners’ Hospital for Children, Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago

Dr. Dumanian's research focuses on nerve transfers for amputee pain, abdominal wall reconstruction, and surgical suture innovation. He pioneered Targeted Muscle Reinnervation (TMR) in 2001, now globally used for prosthetic control and neuroma pain management.

Recent publications highlight his mesh suture technology for hernia repair and abdominal wall reconstruction. Collaborative studies emphasize patient-reported pain outcomes and surgical standardization.

• Scientific Awards: Multiple Visiting Professorships (Baylor, MD Anderson, etc.), Research Achievement Award Clinical (American Association of Plastic Surgeons, 2019)
• Editorial Roles: Associate Editor, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Journal (2008-2014); Associate Editor, Journal of Hand Surgery (2009-2013)

Dr. Dumanian leads a surgical trial funded by the U.S. Army Medical Research and Materiel Command, aiming to redefine amputation procedures globally. He has trained extensively at Massachusetts General Hospital, University of Pittsburgh, and Union Memorial Hospital, and maintains active clinical and academic leadership.