Bohdan Pomahac, MD
Frank F. Kanthak Professor of Surgery (Plastics); Chief, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery; Professor, Surgery
My laboratory focuses on advancing the field of facial vascularized composite allotransplantation (fVCA) by investigating mechanisms of acute and chronic rejection, including the roles of cellular and antibody-mediated immunity, donor-specific antibodies, and mucosal versus cutaneous tissue monitoring. Additionally, we explore innovative preservation strategies for vascularized composite allografts, such as normothermic ex-situ perfusion, to improve graft viability and reduce ischemia-reperfusion injury.