NJ Reconstructive Surgeon Completes Medical Mission To East Jerusalem
The Plastic Surgery Center today announced that reconstructive surgeon Dr. Andrew Elkwood has completed a week-long medical mission to East Jerusalem, where he provided highly specialized treatment to underprivileged children with congenital malformations and injuries.
As part of the mission, Dr. Elkwood lent his unique expertise in complex procedures involving advanced reconstruction to train local doctors and nurses.
“I feel very fortunate to help so many children requiring advanced reconstructive care,” said Dr. Elkwood, a board certified plastic surgeon and the Chief of the Division of Plastic Surgery at Monmouth Medical Center. “It was a very rewarding experience and I look forward to my next trip.”
Dr. Elkwood and pediatric surgeon Dr. Saad A. Saad co-led the mission, sponsored by the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund (PCRF).
*Images are available upon request.
About The Plastic Surgery Center
Dr. Elkwood is part of the medical team at The Plastic Surgery Center in Shrewsbury, NJ, which is comprised of surgeons who perform a number of unique operations to help patients suffering from life-altering medical conditions often unaware a treatment is available. Some include:
- Paralysis resulting from accidents and strokes
- Diabetic neuropathy
- Paralyzed diaphragm/ventilator-based breathing
- Facial reanimation
- Nerve decompression for migraine headaches
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