Overview
Christian Kauffman, MD, is a plastic surgeon and chair of the Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery for the Geisinger Surgery Institute.|He joined Geisinger as an associate in plastic surgery in August 2011. Dr. Kauffman is a clinical associate professor of surgery for the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine and serves on the Clinical Use Evaluation Committee at Geisinger Medical Center.|After completing his Bachelor of Science degree at The Pennsylvania State University, Dr. Kauffman earned his medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School in Ann Arbor, Mich. He completed his integrated plastic and reconstructive surgery residency at the University of Nevada School of Medicine in Las Vegas, Nev. During this time, he received an Outstanding Resident Award, as well as a Department of Surgery Research Grant Award. Dr. Kauffman completed his pediatric craniofacial surgery fellowship at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He also enjoyed participating in two international medical mission trips during his training.|Dr. Kauffman is a diplomate of the American Board of Plastic Surgery. He is a member of numerous medical organizations, including the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association, the Plastic Surgery Research Council, the American Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American Association of Pediatric Plastic Surgeons, the Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons, the Robert H. Ivy Society of Plastic Surgeons and the American Council of Academic Plastic Surgeons. Dr. Kauffman is also a fellow of the American College of Surgeons.|Dr. Kauffman’s clinical interests include cleft lip and palate, craniofacial reconstruction, aesthetic and reconstructive breast surgery, cosmetic surgery and microsurgery.|In his personal life, Dr. Kauffman enjoys spending time with his family, competing in triathlons and traveling.
His top areas of expertise are Breast Enlargement In Males, Polydactyly, Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS), and Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1).
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 9 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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100 North Academy Avenue, Danville, PA 17822
16 Woodbine Lane, Danville, PA 17821
675 Baltimore Drive, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Christian A. Kauffman
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Is Dr. Christian A. Kauffman a top-rated expert for Breast Enlargement In Males?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Christian A. Kauffman is classified as an Experienced expert for Breast Enlargement In Males, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Christian A. Kauffman specialize in?
While Dr. Christian A. Kauffman is a Plastic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Breast Enlargement In Males, Polydactyly, and Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Plastic Surgery.
Does Dr. Christian A. Kauffman participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Christian A. Kauffman has published 9 articles and abstracts on conditions like Breast Enlargement In Males. You can view a list of Dr. Christian A. Kauffman's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Christian A. Kauffman accept my insurance?
Dr. Christian A. Kauffman accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Capital Blue Cross. We recommend calling the office directly at 800-275-6401 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Breast Enlargement In MalesDr. Kauffman isExperienced. Learn about Breast Enlargement In Males.
- PolydactylyDr. Kauffman isExperienced. Learn about Polydactyly.