M.D., Ph.D. Keith G Wolter Institution Verified

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Dr. Keith G. Wolter's research focuses on the molecular biology of skin and skin cancer, with an emphasis on cell death regulation, including apoptosis and autophagy. He investigates genetic manipulation techniques such as gene transfection and RNA silencing. His work also involves the use of in vivo models for tumor production and treatment.

Dr. Wolter's clinical practice as a plastic surgeon includes specialization in breast reconstruction, reconstructive surgery following tumor removal or trauma, and melanoma and other skin cancer treatment and reconstruction. He also has a background in basic hand surgery. He completed a fellowship in breast and microsurgical reconstruction at the University of Utah Health System/Huntsman Cancer Hospital and his residency and Ph.D. at the University of Michigan.

Research Overview

Dr. Keith Wolter is a plastic surgeon specializing in breast reconstruction; reconstructive surgery after tumor removal or trauma; melanoma and other skin cancer removal and reconstruction; and basic hand surgery. He also serves as an assistant professor in the UAMS College of Medicine's Department of Surgery.He previously served as a visiting instructor in the Division of Plastic Surgery at the University of Utah Health System/Huntsman Cancer Hospital in Salt Lake City, where he also completed a fellowship in breast and microsurgical reconstruction.He received his medical degree and Ph.D. in cellular and molecular biology from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Mich., and served his residency there in the Integrated Training Program in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.His research interests include molecular biology of skin and skin cancer; cell death regulation, specifically apoptosis and autophagy; genetic manipulation via gene transfection and RNA silencing; and in vivo models of tumor production and treatment.He is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the Plastic Surgery Research Council.