Edward Chang, MD

Bio

I have had the pleasure of having inspirational role models during my years of training. Through that I realized the importance of being a teacher.

My past roles in the past included being an Assistant Professor in the Department of Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery at New York-Presbyterian Medical Center (Columbia), where I was the Director of Facial Plastic Surgery Education.

Prior to that, I was the former Director of Facial Plastic Surgery at the University of South Florida (USF).

I continue to refine my knowledge and skills through teaching and having association with the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS). I am also a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. My practices have been in Palo Alto CA, and recently in New York City.

I have traveled to Honduras as a visiting instructor in the department of plastic surgery. There, we have treated patients with facial maladies and have been involved in the training of Honduran physicians. I have organized and conducted multi-institutional courses in facial plastic surgery.

Because of the complex anatomy of the face, head, and neck and its visibility to all, I focus my practice on the surgical specialty of Otolaryngology /Head and Neck Surgery and the sub-specialty of Facial Plastic Surgery.

I am proud to have been able to join a fine group of physicians here at the Santa Rosa Medical Center, all of whom focus on excellent delivery of health care.

My Medical Specialty

More details about my specialty:

Because of the complex anatomy of the face, head, and neck and its visibility to all, I focus my practice on the surgical specialty of Otolaryngology /Head and Neck Surgery and the sub-specialty of Facial Plastic Surgery.
I have several administrative roles in the medical center. I serve as Chief of Medical Education and the Assistant Chief of Head and Neck Surgery and Medical Legal Affairs.

My specialty interests and affiliations within my field:

I am a board certified diplomate of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery and the American Academy of Facial PLastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Also, I am a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons

Current projects or research:

Currently looking into the longevity of various facial fillers, and their ease of application.

Great health resources that I refer to:

A good on-line resource, in addition to the information supplied by Kaiser Permanente, is e-medicine.

Interests

My favorite book or author:
My favorite author is my brother Leonard Chang

Family & Friends

People in my life:

My wife is the most wonderful person, as well as an excellent dentist!

Travel

Favorite place in the world:

Paris has a special place in heart, it's beauty, culture and medicine, has always kept me captivated