Dr. Scott L. Hansen, MD, FACS

UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals provides comprehensive pediatric care, serving children from infants to young adults, with a focus on a wide range of conditions, from the most common to rare diseases. Recognized as a leader in pediatric care, they offer specialized services and support including urgent care, emergency services, and research-driven treatments. With a commitment to patient and family support, the hospital facilitates stress-free visits and a seamless experience for patients, covering everything from admission and discharge to procedure preparation. Their dedicated team of professionals ensures high-quality care while also championing educational initiatives and clinical research to advance pediatric medicine. Generated from the website

Dr. Merisa L. Piper, MD is a highly skilled plastic and reconstructive surgeon based in San Francisco, CA. Specializing in breast reconstruction and general reconstruction, Dr. Piper is dedicated to restoring appearance and improving outcomes for her patients. With expertise in microsurgery and free tissue transfer, she utilizes innovative techniques to reconstruct breasts using skin, fat, and muscle from other parts of the body. Dr. Piper's research focuses on enhancing outcomes after breast reconstruction, particularly after microsurgery and oncoplastic surgery. She is committed to providing compassionate care and helping patients through challenging times. Dr. Piper completed her medical degree at the University of California, Irvine, and a combined general surgery and plastic surgery residency at UCSF. She furthered her training with a fellowship in microsurgery at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Piper has authored numerous papers and presented her work nationally and internationally. In addition to her clinical practice, she serves as a breast section editor for Annals of Plastic Surgery and a guest reviewer for scientific journals. Outside of work, Dr. Piper enjoys running, swimming, baking, and spending time with her family.Generated from the website