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Susan E. Mackinnon (born c. 1950) is a Canadian plastic and reconstructive surgeon who is a pioneer in the field of peripheral nerve transfer and regeneration. She performed the world's first nerve allotransplantation in 1988.
Peripheral nerve surgery in hand/upper extremity and lower extremity, carpal tunnel syndrome, tarsal tunnel syndrome, thoracic outlet syndrome, brachial plexus, cumulative trauma disorder, nerve transplant, nerve compression, facial palsy, hand and upper extremity disorders and injuries.
Mar 28, 2011 · During the 11-hour operation at Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Dr. Mackinnon, a nerve repair specialist and Washington University chief of plastic and reconstructive surgery at BJH, changed course and elected to use nerves from Anna's healthy left leg to replace the sciatic nerve which runs down the back of the leg.
Dr. Mackinnon is a professor of plastic surgery and a specialist in hand, wrist and peripheral nerve surgery. She treats various conditions affecting the nerves and muscles of the upper extremity, such as carpal tunnel syndrome, nerve compression and facial palsy.
Dr. Susan Mackinnon leads these efforts and the education program evolved over 30 years of our own clinical and translational efforts to improve recovery for patients.
To make an appointment with Dr. Mackinnon, please call (314) 362-7388 or (800) 283-5848. Mary Culver Department of Surgery Washington University School of Medicine
Susan Mackinnon is a professor of plastic surgery at Washington University and a leader in peripheral nerve surgery. She received the Trustee Award from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the Distinguished Service award from the American Society for Peripheral Nerve.
