Organizing Committee Member
Michael J. Nuara
Doctor
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Medical Center
USA
Biography
Dr. Nuara has expertise in all aspects of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. His research is focused on the communication patterns and life experience of patients experiencing gender dysphoria as well as surgical approaches to gender affirmation facial surgery. He serves as the medical director for the transgender service line at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Medical Center in Seattle (USA), in addition to his role in direct patient care. Findings from his research include characterization of the differences between male and female face, communication barriers in the transgender patient, and innovative techniques in facial surgery,
Research Area
Facial Plastic Surgery