
Overview
Rachel C. Hooper, MD, serves as Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery in the Section of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery at the University of Michigan School of Medicine.She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Science and Technology Studies at Cornell University. Dr. Hooper completed medical school at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in Camden New Jersey in 2009. Following this, Dr. Hooper went on to General Surgery Residency at Columbia University and completed her residency and general surgery board certification in 2016. She then spent three additional years of training in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, followed by an additional year of hand surgery at the University of Michigan, completing her training in 2020. In 2020, she joined the plastic surgery faculty at Henry Ford and transitioned to her current role on the plastic surgery faculty at the University of Michigan in 2022.Dr. Hooper has been the recipient of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand Fast Track Clinical Grant in 2019 where she studied Firearm Injuries of the Upper Extremity. As a faculty member at Henry Ford, she was recognized as the “Teacher of the Year” among general surgery interns in 2021. She is a big proponent of medical student, resident and fellow education and is actively involved in upper extremity cadaver simulation activities. She dedicates time for clinical outreach and participates in a program for Detroit high school students interested in careers in medicine and science. Clinical Specialization: Dr. Hooper is a board-certified, fully trained plastic surgeon with subspeciality in Hand surgery. Her clinical focus involves all aspects of acute and chronic upper extremity pathology including Nerve Compression, Tendinopathies, Finger/Wrist Arthritis Surgery, Finger contracture/Dupuytrens, Hand Tumors, Peripheral Nerve Injuries, Nerve Transfers and Hand Trauma (tendon injuries, fractures, amputation, soft tissue loss).
Dr. Hooper is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Symphalangism Distal, Syndactyly Type 1, Proximal Symphalangism, and Leg or Foot Amputation.
Dr. Hooper is board certified in Surgery, Plastic Surgery, and Surgery Of The Hand. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 40 peer reviewed articles.
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24 Frank Lloyd Wright Dr Ste A1200, Lobby A, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Clinical Research
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C. S. Mott Children's Hospital
Christian J. Vercler, M.D. is a faculty member in the Section of Plastic Surgery in the Department of Surgery with a joint appointment in the Department of Neurosurgery at Michigan Medicine. He serves as Co-Chief of the Clinical Ethics Service of the Center for Bioethics and Social Sciences in Medicine at the University of Michigan. He is a diplomate of both the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Plastic Surgery.Dr. Vercler received his Bachelor of Science in Biology and Master of Arts in Theological Studies from Wheaton College (IL). He attended medical school at the University of Illinois College of Medicine. He completed general surgery training at Emory University and plastic surgery at the Harvard Plastic Surgery Program. He then did an additional fellowship in Craniofacial Surgery at the University of Michigan.Dr. Vercler has a special interest in medical ethics. He completed a Fellowship in Clinical Ethics at the Emory University Center for Ethics and earned a Masters of Arts degree in Bioethics from Trinity. He currently serves as the Chair of the Pediatric Ethics Committee of C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital and is Co-Chair of the Adult Ethics Committee at Michigan Medicine. Additionally, he is chair of the Bioethics Committee of the Michigan State Medical Society and past chair of both the ASPS Ethics Committee and Ethics Interest Group of the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association.Clinical Specialization:Dr. Vercler focuses primarily on pediatric plastic surgery and craniofacial deformities in children and adults. Dr. Vercler is highly rated in 47 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Metopic Ridge, Craniosynostosis, Plagiocephaly, Bone Graft, and Osteotomy. Dr. Vercler is board certified in Surgery and Plastic Surgery.
Domino's Farms
Adeyiza O. Momoh, M.D., James W. Crudup Professor serves as a faculty member in the Section of Plastic Surgery at Michigan Medicine.Dr. Momoh received his BS in Biology from Calvin College and his M.D. degree from Northwestern University School of Medicine. He completed his plastic surgery training at the Baylor College of Medicine, Michael E. DeBakey department of surgery. Following this, he spent a year of fellowship training in microsurgical breast reconstruction and aesthetic breast surgery at the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center of Harvard Medical School in Boston, Massachusetts.He is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, American College of Surgeons, American Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery, Plastic Surgery Research Council, Reed O. Dingman Society, Michigan Academy of Plastic Surgeons, and American Council of Academic Surgeons.Clinical Specialization: Dr. Momoh specializes in all forms of breast reconstruction and has a particular interest in microsurgical breast reconstruction, utilizing a variety of perforator flaps such as the DIEP, SIEA and SGAP flaps. Additional areas of clinical focus include breast augmentation, breast lifts and body procedures for mothers aimed at restoration of form following pregnancy. Dr. Momoh is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Momoh is board certified in Plastic Surgery.
Taubman Center
John Stoffel is a General Surgeon and a Urologist practicing medicine in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Stoffel is highly rated in 34 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Neurogenic Bladder, Urinary Incontinence, Stress Urinary Incontinence, Reconstructive Urology Surgery, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Stoffel is board certified in Urology and Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surg.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Rachel C. Hooper
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Rachel C. Hooper?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Rachel C. Hooper by calling their office at 734-998-6022. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Rachel C. Hooper a top-rated expert for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Rachel C. Hooper is classified as an Distinguished expert for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, 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. Rachel C. Hooper specialize in?
While Dr. Rachel C. Hooper is a Plastic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Symphalangism Distal, and Syndactyly Type 1. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Plastic Surgery.
Does Dr. Rachel C. Hooper participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Rachel C. Hooper has published 40 articles and abstracts on conditions like Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Rachel C. Hooper's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Rachel C. Hooper accept my insurance?
Dr. Rachel C. Hooper accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 734-998-6022 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Carpal Tunnel SyndromeDr. Hooper isDistinguished. Learn about Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
- Advanced
- Proximal SymphalangismDr. Hooper isAdvanced. Learn about Proximal Symphalangism.
- Scaphoid Non-UnionDr. Hooper isAdvanced. Learn about Scaphoid Non-Union.
- Symphalangism DistalDr. Hooper isAdvanced. Learn about Symphalangism Distal.
- SyndactylyDr. Hooper isAdvanced. Learn about Syndactyly.
- Syndactyly Type 1Dr. Hooper isAdvanced. Learn about Syndactyly Type 1.
- Experienced
- Dupuytren ContractureDr. Hooper isExperienced. Learn about Dupuytren Contracture.
- Ganglion CystDr. Hooper isExperienced. Learn about Ganglion Cyst.
- Hypoplasia of the Tibia with Polydactyly
- Leg or Foot AmputationDr. Hooper isExperienced. Learn about Leg or Foot Amputation.
- OsteoarthritisDr. Hooper isExperienced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- Phantom Limb PainDr. Hooper isExperienced. Learn about Phantom Limb Pain.


