Otway Louie, MD

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Otway Louie, MD
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Otway Louie, MD

  • Medical Director, Center for Reconstructive Surgery, UW Medical Center - Montlake
  • Associate Professor, Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Washington School of Medicine

Surgery

Reconstructive Surgery

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“How I interact with you pre- and post-operatively is as important as my technical skills.”

— Dr. Louie

Provider Background

Area of Clinical Practice
Plastic and reconstructive surgery, microsurgical reconstruction

My specialties are abdominal wall reconstruction, body contouring, hernia repair, lymphedema and plastic and reconstructive surgery. My expertise is in microsurgical reconstruction and aesthetic surgery of the breast; head and neck reconstruction; cosmetic surgery of the face and body; and general reconstructive plastic surgery.

My research interests include clinical outcomes in microsurgical breast reconstruction and improving clinical and functional outcomes in oncologic reconstruction. I enjoy teaching both medical students and surgical residents in the operating room, at conferences and in clinic.

Diseases Treated

Breast Cancer

Head and Neck Cancers

Languages

English

Education, Experience and Certifications

Medical Degree
Tufts University School of Medicine

Residency
New York University School of Medicine, New York Presbyterian Cornell Campus

Fellowship
UCLA Medical Center

Board Certification
Plastic Surgery, 2009, American Board of Plastic Surgery

Awards

Seattle Met's 2023 Top Doctors award
Dr. Louie has received this peer-nominated award for exceptional patient care for multiple years.

Seattle magazine's 2021 Top Doctors award
Dr. Louie has been recognized as a Top Doctor in this peer-nominated award multiple years in a row.

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Publications

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