Laura E. Wong

Laura E. Wong, MD, PhD, is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Surgery, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Utah. She specializes in upper extremity reconstruction, microsurgery, and treatment of complex nerve injuries, including brachial plexus injuries and viral-induced paralysis. Her clinical locations include Farmington Health Center, Sugar House Health Center, and University of Utah Hospital.

• Education:
  • B.S. in Biology, University of Hawai'i at Mānoa
  • M.D. and Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Tufts University School of Medicine
  • Integrated Plastic Surgery Residency, University of California, San Francisco (UCSF)
  • Orthopedic Hand and Microsurgery Fellowship, University of Washington School of Medicine

Dr. Wong's research focuses on axonal regeneration, with publications spanning topics from pandemic-era surgical access to neural repair mechanisms. She has received the Teaching Excellence Award for Cherished House Staff (TEACH) at UCSF for her contributions to medical student education. Her clinical practice combines regenerative techniques, such as nerve and tendon transfers, with reconstructive surgery for trauma, tumors, and arthritis.

Scientific Awards:

• Teaching Excellence Award for Cherished House Staff (TEACH), University of California, San Francisco

Dr. Wong enjoys rock climbing, hiking, gardening, and home cooking outside her clinical and academic work.