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James Schlenker, MD

  • Cosmetic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
  • Hand Reconstruction Surgery
  • Hand and Wrist Surgery
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Virginia Mason Medical Center
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James Schlenker, MD

James Schlenker, MD, is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon specializing in microvascular surgery, hand surgery, breast reduction, body contouring, hernia repair, chest wall reconstruction, limb preservation, lymph node surgery, melanoma, Mohs reconstruction and cosmetic surgery.

Dr. Schlenker was drawn to the field of plastic and reconstructive surgery because it combines an understanding of surgical principles and anatomy to develop individualized and creative solutions to challenging problems. He values the tremendous impact that plastic reconstructive surgical procedures can have on a person's function and ability to return to their most meaningful activities.

Outside of work, Dr. Schlenker enjoys boating, biking, snow skiing, photography and exploring Seattle with his family.

Procedures and conditions:

  • Breast lift
  • Breast reduction
  • Breast and body contouring
  • Cosmetic surgery
  • Fat grafting
  • Finger and hand surgery
  • Gynecomastia
  • Liposuction
  • Reconstructive facial surgery
  • Mastopexy
  • Microvascular surgery
  • Tummy tuck
  • Wrist surgery

Specialties

  • Cosmetic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
  • Hand Reconstruction Surgery
  • Hand and Wrist Surgery

Credentials

  • American Board of Surgery, Hand Surgery
  • American Board of Plastic Surgery

Education

  • Medical School: University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, Philadelphia, 1999
  • Residency: General Surgery, University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle, 2004; Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Harvard Plastic Surgery Residency, Boston, 2007
  • Fellowships: Hand and Microvascular Surgery, University of Washington, Seattle, 2008
  • Professional Education: General Surgery Internship, University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle, 2000

Medical groups

  • Virginia Mason Medical Center
  • Puget Sound High Value Network
  • Rainier Health Network

Languages

  • English

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