- Yale Plastic and Reconstructive SurgeryYale Physicians Building800 Howard Avenue, Ste 4th FloorNew Haven, CT 06519
- Yale Plastic and Reconstructive SurgeryYale Medicine Multispecialty800 Boston Post RoadGuilford, CT 06437
J. Grant Thomson, MD, FACS, MSc
Biography
James Grant Thomson, MD, director of Yale Medicine Hand & Microsurgery, is a plastic surgeon who specializes in repairing the arms, hands and wrists for adults and children. He also performs surgeries for people whose bodies have been changed by cancer treatment.
Dr. Thomson is skilled in microsurgery—delicate operations performed under magnification using small, specialized instruments. But he says one of the most important advances in hand surgery is the treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome using endoscopic surgery. This surgery involves making a small incision or two in the skin of the wrist, inserting a thin tube with a tiny camera and instruments at the tip, and using the tool to cut the ligament that’s causing the symptoms. “We can perform a short operation, and their symptoms go away immediately. People can get back to using their hands,” Dr. Thomson says.
“There’s a lot of artistry to what plastic surgeons do,” says Dr. Thomson, who is a professor of plastic surgery at Yale School of Medicine. In recent years, he points out, science has been providing more evidence-based approaches. “So we are also innovators and problem solvers,” he says. Through his research, Dr. Thomson has been improving techniques in microsurgery and tendon repair, among other areas.
“Our patients are always challenging us to come up with the best solutions,” he says. “Our medical residents and medical students are challenging us to be on the cutting edge in everything we do. That’s what makes it exciting to be here.”
A physics major in college, Dr. Thomson chose to go into medicine after deciding it was the best way to combine his passion for science with his interest in helping people. He is the founder of a non-profit program called Hand Help, and he has been leading teams of medical professionals on volunteer surgical expeditions to Latin America since 1998. His teams have made a difference in the lives of more than 800 people in developing countries.
Titles
- Professor of Surgery (Plastic)
- Director, Yale Hand & Microsurgery Program
- Affiliated Faculty, Yale Institute for Global Health
Education & Training
- FellowWashington University/Barnes Hospital, St. Louis, MO (1991)
- ResidentMcGill University/Montreal General Hospital, Canada (1990)
- ResidentMontreal General Hospital, Canada (1988)
- MScMc Gill University, Experimental Surgery (1988)
- Research FellowRoyal Victoria Hospital, Montreal, Canada (1985)
- MDMcGill University (1983)
Languages Spoken
- English
- Français (French)
Additional Information
- Best Doctors in America: Castle Connolly (2003), (2004), (2005), (2006), (2007), (2008), (2009), (2010), (2011), (2012), (2013), (2014), (2015), (2016)
- Resident Award for Distinguished Teaching: Yale Plastic Surgery (1999), (2003), (2013)
- AB of Plastic Surgery, Hand Surgery (2015)
- AB of Plastic Surgery, Plastic Surgery (1995, recertified: 2015)
- Xiangya Medicine (2016 - Present): Editorial Board
- American Association of Plastic Surgeons (2014 - 2015): Chair, Research and Education Committee
- Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (2011 - 2015): Editor, Hand and Peripheral Nerve Section
- American Association of Plastic Surgeons (2011 - 2012): Acting Chair, Research and Education Committee
- Hand Help, Inc (2006 - Present): President and founder. This organization provides free volunteer hand surgery in developing nations.
- Silvestre J, Thomson JG, Thompson TL, Chang B, Wilson RH. Analysis of Strengths in Exposure to Cases During Plastic and Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Fellowships. Journal Of The American Academy Of Orthopaedic Surgeons 2022, 30: 721-727. PMID: 35333806, DOI: 10.5435/jaaos-d-22-00118.
- Wu R, Peck C, Gary C, Kanouzi J, Persing J, Thomson J. The role of the A0 pulley in trigger finger: a cadaver model. Journal Of Xiangya Medicine 2021, 0: 0-0. DOI: 10.21037/jxym-21-21.
- Peck CJ, Carney M, Chiu A, Park KE, Prassinos A, Allam O, Thomson JG, Prsic A. Sex, Race, Insurance, and Pain: Do Patient Sociodemographics Influence Postoperative Opioid Prescriptions Among Hand Surgeons? Hand 2021, 17: 1133-1138. PMID: 33682465, PMCID: PMC9608288, DOI: 10.1177/1558944721998020.
- Wu RT, Walker ME, Peck CJ, Liu YJ, Hetzler P, Le NK, Smetona J, Thomson JG. Differential Pulley Release in Trigger Finger: A Prospective, Randomized Clinical Trial. Hand 2021, 18: 244-249. PMID: 33648377, PMCID: PMC10035080, DOI: 10.1177/1558944721994231.
- Carney M, Peck C, Prassinos A, Craig M, Chiu A, Park K, Allam O, Thomson J, Prsic A. Gender, Race, Insurance, and Pain: The Influence of Patient Sociodemographics on Postoperative Prescribing Patterns Among Hand Surgeons. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Global Open 2020, 8: 98-98. PMCID: PMC7553640, DOI: 10.1097/01.gox.0000720812.01413.e4.
- Carney M, Peck C, Prassinos A, Chiu A, Craig M, Allam O, Park K, Prsic A, Thomson J. Postoperative Pain-control in Hand Surgery: A Single Institution Review of Opioid Prescription Practices by Orthopaedic Versus Plastic Surgeons. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Global Open 2020, 8: 97-97. PMCID: PMC7553619, DOI: 10.1097/01.gox.0000720808.46739.21.
- Allam O, Park K, Carney M, Kim S, Craig M, Thomson J, Prsic A. Safety of Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release Performed Under Local Anesthesia. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Global Open 2020, 8: 96-96. PMCID: PMC7553441, DOI: 10.1097/01.gox.0000720800.54109.08.
- Peck C, Le N, Kanouzi J, Singh A, Saldaña L, Nunez M, Cornejo U, Walker M, Thomson J. Improving Outcome Collection Following International Surgery Trips: A Proof of Concept From a Pediatric Hand Reconstruction Trip to Peru. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Global Open 2020, 8: 95-95. PMCID: PMC7553402, DOI: 10.1097/01.gox.0000720792.09753.c7.
- Smetona J, Gabrick K, Dinis J, Chouiari F, Alperovich M, Walker M, Hsia H, Thomson J. Abstract 124: The Effect of Intraoperative Temperature on Microvascular Thrombosis. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Global Open 2019, 7: 86-87. PMCID: PMC6504512, DOI: 10.1097/01.gox.0000558398.22469.f1.
- Hetzler P, Wu R, Smetona J, Liu Y, Clune J, Thomson J. Abstract. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Global Open 2018, 6: 66-67. PMCID: PMC6212013, DOI: 10.1097/01.gox.0000546805.66511.48.
- Walker ME, Chuang C, Moores CR, Webb ML, Buonocore SD, Thomson J. The Hand Surgeon Consultation Improves Patient Knowledge in a Hand Surgery Mission to Honduras. The Journal Of Hand Surgery (Asian-Pacific Volume) 2018, 23: 11-17. PMID: 29409417, DOI: 10.1142/s2424835518500017.
- Sayadi LR, Shah A, Chopan M, Thomson JG. Axillary artery pseudoaneurysm and distal ulnar embolization in collegiate pitcher: a case report and review. Case Reports In Plastic Surgery & Hand Surgery 2018, 5: 27-30. PMID: 29707610, PMCID: PMC5917312, DOI: 10.1080/23320885.2018.1458311.
- Walker ME, Tsay C, Broer PN, Zhu VZ, Sturrock T, Ng R, Scoutt LM, Thomson JG, Kwei SL. A prospective, randomized-controlled pilot study comparing closed suction versus negative pressure drains for panniculectomy patients. Journal Of Plastic Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery 2017, 71: 438-439. PMID: 29289501, DOI: 10.1016/j.bjps.2017.11.013.
- Chuang C, Azurdia J, Asuzu D, Ragins KT, Tomany K, Islam S, Williams S, Safanda J, Thomson JG. Functional and Quality of Life Outcomes of a Hand Surgery Mission to Honduras. Hand 2017, 13: 305-312. PMID: 28452578, PMCID: PMC5987978, DOI: 10.1177/1558944717704515.
- Thomson JG. Diagnosis and treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome. The Lancet Neurology 2017, 16: 263. PMID: 28327334, DOI: 10.1016/s1474-4422(17)30059-5.
- Samra S, Bourne D, Beckett J, Matthew M, Thomson JG. Decision-making and Management of Ulnar Polydactyly of the Newborn: Outcomes and Satisfaction. The Journal Of Hand Surgery (Asian-Pacific Volume) 2016, 21: 313-320. PMID: 27595947, DOI: 10.1142/s2424835516500272.
- Broer PN, Juran S, Walker ME, Ng R, Weichman K, Tanna N, Liu YJ, Shah A, Patel A, Persing JA, Thomson JG. Aesthetic Breast Shape Preferences Among Plastic Surgeons. Annals Of Plastic Surgery 2015, 74: 639-644. PMID: 24691316, DOI: 10.1097/sap.0000000000000001.
- Song JW, Ersahin D, Much MA, Thomson JG, Smitaman E. An exceptional case of xanthomatous infiltration of the musculoskeletal and integumentary systems. Skeletal Radiology 2015, 44: 1181-1187. PMID: 25690426, DOI: 10.1007/s00256-015-2116-6.
- Shah A, Martin G, Thomson JG. A novel use for suture button suspension: reconstruction of the dorsal ulnar ligament to treat thumb metacarpal dislocation. Case Reports In Plastic Surgery And Hand Surgery 2015, 2: 7-11. PMID: 27252958, PMCID: PMC4623541, DOI: 10.3109/23320885.2014.997823.
- Singh D, Chopra K, Tadisina K, Patel K, Thomson J. Helping hands: a cost effectiveness study of a humanitarian hand surgery mission based on disability-adjusted-life-years (DALYS). Journal Of The American College Of Surgeons 2014, 219: e167-e168. DOI: 10.1016/j.jamcollsurg.2014.07.838.
- Tadisina KK, Chopra K, Tangredi J, Thomson JG, Singh DP. Helping Hands: A Cost-Effectiveness Study of a Humanitarian Hand Surgery Mission. Plastic Surgery International 2014, 2014: 921625. PMID: 25225616, PMCID: PMC4158142, DOI: 10.1155/2014/921625.
- Boskovski MT, Thomson JG. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Syndrome of Partial Thenar Atrophy, and W. Russell Brain: A Historical Perspective. The Journal Of Hand Surgery 2014, 39: 1822-1829.e1. PMID: 25063392, DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2014.05.025.
- Boskovski MT, Thomson JG. Acroparesthesia and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: A Historical Perspective. The Journal Of Hand Surgery 2014, 39: 1813-1821.e1. PMID: 25063390, DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2014.05.024.
- Berlin NL, Tuggle CT, Thomson JG, Au A. Digit Replantation in Children: A Nationwide Analysis of Outcomes and Trends of 455 Pediatric Patients. Hand 2014, 9: 244-252. PMID: 24839429, PMCID: PMC4022954, DOI: 10.1007/s11552-014-9628-8.
- Walker ME, Zhu VZ, Webb ML, Sturrock T, Ng R, Thomson JG, Broer PN, Kwei SL. Abstract 142. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery 2014, 133: 158. PMID: 25942253, DOI: 10.1097/01.prs.0000444970.05033.02.
- Liu KJ, Thomson JG. Experimental Model of Trigger Finger Through A1 Pulley Constriction in a Human Cadaveric Hand: A Pilot Study. The Journal Of Hand Surgery 2013, 38: 1933-1940. PMID: 23978786, DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2013.06.033.
- Buonocore SD, Broer PN, Kaldany A, Sawh-Martinez R, Thomson JG. The Effects of A1 Pulley Release after Flexor Tendon Repair in a Cadaveric Model. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery 2012, 130: 857-864. PMID: 22691846, DOI: 10.1097/prs.0b013e318262f251.
- Singh D, Forte AJ, Zahiri HR, Janes LE, Sabino J, Matthews JA, Bell RL, Thomson JG. Prognostication for body contouring surgery after bariatric surgery. Eplasty 2012, 12: e46. PMID: 22993644, PMCID: PMC3443410.
- Singh D, Zahiri HR, Janes LE, Sabino J, Matthews JA, Bell RL, Thomson JG. Mental and physical impact of body contouring procedures on post-bariatric surgery patients. Eplasty 2012, 12: e47. PMID: 22993645, PMCID: PMC3443403.
- Buonocore S, Sawh-Martinez R, Emerson JW, Mohan P, Dymarczyk M, Thomson JG. The Effects of Edema and Self-adherent Wrap on the Work of Flexion in a Cadaveric Hand. The Journal Of Hand Surgery 2012, 37: 1349-1355. PMID: 22633224, DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2012.03.038.
- Chin SH, Tom LK, Thomson JG. Does the Severity of Bilateral Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Influence the Timing of Staged Bilateral Release? Annals Of Plastic Surgery 2011, 67: 30-33. PMID: 21467913, DOI: 10.1097/sap.0b013e3181ebe617.
- Liu YJ, Thomson JG. Ideal Anthropomorphic Values of the Female Breast. Annals Of Plastic Surgery 2011, 67: 7-11. PMID: 21301308, DOI: 10.1097/sap.0b013e3181f77ab5.
- Tom L, Ragins K, Colebunders B, Thomson J. 152: A MODEL FOR SHORT-TERM MEDICAL MISSION EVALUATION: THE IMPACT OF A HAND SURGERY MISSION TO HONDURAS. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery 2011, 127: 84. DOI: 10.1097/01.prs.0000396839.98115.37.
- Liu Y, Hirsch B, Shah A, Reid M, Thomson J. Mild Intraoperative Hypothermia Reduces Free Tissue Transfer Thrombosis. Journal Of Reconstructive Microsurgery 2010, 27: 121-126. PMID: 20981640, DOI: 10.1055/s-0030-1268211.
- Colebunders B, Matthew MK, Thomson JG. The use of a surgical glove in microsurgical training: A new point of view. Microsurgery 2010, 30: 505-506. PMID: 20878733, DOI: 10.1002/micr.20785.
- Liu Y, Thomson J. Reply. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery 2009, 124: 2194-2195. DOI: 10.1097/prs.0b013e3181bcf7e0.
- Shah AA, Arias JE, Thomson JG. The effect of ischemic preconditioning on secondary ischemia in myocutaneous flaps. Journal Of Reconstructive Microsurgery 2009, 25: 527-31. PMID: 19774502, DOI: 10.1055/s-0029-1238220.
- Thomson J, Mine R, Shah A, Palesty J, Yaghjyan G, Ahmed S, Braün S, Chao R. The Effect of Core Temperature on the Success of Free Tissue Transfer. Journal Of Reconstructive Microsurgery 2009, 25: 411-416. PMID: 19455487, DOI: 10.1055/s-0029-1223849.
- Thomson JG, Liu YJ, Restifo RJ, Rinker BD, Reis A. Surface Area Measurement of the Female Breast: Phase I. Validation of a Novel Optical Technique. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery 2009, 123: 1588-1596. PMID: 19407633, DOI: 10.1097/prs.0b013e3181a076ad.
- Nishihori T, Choi J, DiGiovanna MP, Thomson JG, Kohler PC, McGurn J, Chung GG. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Associated with the Use of Aromatase Inhibitors in Breast Cancer. Clinical Breast Cancer 2008, 8: 362-365. PMID: 18757265, DOI: 10.3816/cbc.2008.n.043.
- Lee CJ, Park JH, Ciesielski TE, Thomson JG, Persing JA. Retinoids, 585-nm Laser, and Carbon Dioxide Laser: A Numeric Comparison of Neocollagen Formation in Photoaged Hairless Mouse Skin. Aesthetic Plastic Surgery 2008, 32: 894-901. PMID: 18301943, DOI: 10.1007/s00266-008-9121-2.
- Lee C, Whang J, Lazova R, Ciesielski TE, Thomson JG, McCarthy T, Persing JA. Growth factor expression with different wound treatments after laser resurfacing. Aesthetic Surgery Journal 2007, 27: 55-64. PMID: 19341630, DOI: 10.1016/j.asj.2006.12.002.
- Singh D, Forte A, Loerke C, Bell R, Thomson J. P63: Prognostication of Body Contouring after Bariatric Surgery. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery 2006, 118: 144. DOI: 10.1097/00006534-200609151-00160.
- Thomson J. Discussion. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery 2006, 117: 2267-2268. DOI: 10.1097/01.prs.0000225448.25269.e2.
- Thomson J. Discussion. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery 2005, 116: 495-496. DOI: 10.1097/01.prs.0000172895.80179.ed.
- Hsia HC, Thomson JG. Differences in Breast Shape Preferences between Plastic Surgeons and Patients Seeking Breast Augmentation. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery 2003, 112: 312-320. PMID: 12832909, DOI: 10.1097/01.prs.0000066365.12348.a7.
- Pan D, Watson HK, Swigart C, Thomson JG, Honig SC, Narayan D. Microarray Gene Analysis and Expression Profiles of Dupuytren’s Contracture. Annals Of Plastic Surgery 2003, 50: 618-622. PMID: 12783014, DOI: 10.1097/01.sap.0000069066.35253.b3.
- Braün S, Mine R, Syed S, Ta K, Chao R, Ciesielski T, Perez-Morel A, Thomson J. The Optimal Sequence of Microvascular Repair during Prolonged Clamping in Free Flap Transfer. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery 2003, 111: 233-241. DOI: 10.1097/00006534-200301000-00040.
- Braün SA, Mine R, Syed SA, Ta KT, Chao RP, Ciesielski TE, Perez-Morel A, Thomson JG. The optimal sequence of microvascular repair during prolonged clamping in free flap transfer. Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery 2003, 111: 233-41. PMID: 12496584, DOI: 10.1097/01.PRS.0000034935.39353.BD.
- Chao R, Braün S, Ta K, Palesty J, Mine R, Syed S, Chang D, Thomson J. Early Passive Mobilization after Digital Nerve Repair and Grafting in a Fresh Cadaver. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery 2001, 108: 386-391. PMID: 11496180, DOI: 10.1097/00006534-200108000-00017.
- White R, Pollak J, Persing J, Henderson K, Thomson J, Burdge C. Long-Term Outcome of Embolotherapy and Surgery for High-Flow Extremity Arteriovenous Malformations. Journal Of Vascular And Interventional Radiology 2000, 11: 1285-1295. PMID: 11099238, DOI: 10.1016/s1051-0443(07)61302-5.
- Hendrix C, Thomson J, Blume P. Pedal macrodactyly: Coverage of a large defect with a rectus abdominus free flap. The Journal Of Foot & Ankle Surgery 2000, 39: 184-188. PMID: 10862390, DOI: 10.1016/s1067-2516(00)80020-4.
- Pu LL, Thomson JG. Salvage of the exposed irradiated knee joint with free tissue transfer. Annals Of Plastic Surgery 2000, 44: 334-9. PMID: 10735229, DOI: 10.1097/00000637-200044030-00015.
- Pu L, Syed S, Reid M, Patwa H, Goldstein J, Forman D, Thomson J, Haven N. Effects of Nerve Growth Factor on Nerve Regeneration through a Vein Graft across a Gap. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery 1999, 104: 1379-1385. PMID: 10513921, DOI: 10.1097/00006534-199910000-00021.
- Ta K, Eidelman D, Thomson J. Patient satisfaction and outcomes of surgery for de Quervain's tenosynovitis. The Journal Of Hand Surgery 1999, 24: 1071-1077. PMID: 10509287, DOI: 10.1053/jhsu.1999.1071.
- Pu L, Ahmed S, Thomson J, Reid M, Madsen J, Restifo R. Endothelial Cell Growth Factor Enhances Musculocutaneous Flap Survival Through the Process of Neovascularization. Annals Of Plastic Surgery 1999, 42: 306-312. PMID: 10096623, DOI: 10.1097/00000637-199903000-00013.
- Otake LR, Thomson JG, Persing JA, Merrell RC. Telemedicine: low-bandwidth applications for intermittent health services in remote areas. JAMA 1998, 280: 1305-6. PMID: 9794301, DOI: 10.1001/jama.280.15.1305-a.
- Restifo R, Thomson J. The Preconditioned TRAM Flap: Preliminary Clinical Experience. Annals Of Plastic Surgery 1998, 41: 343-347. PMID: 9788213, DOI: 10.1097/00000637-199810000-00001.
- Zahir KS, Syed SA, Zink JR, Restifo RJ, Thomson JG. Ischemic preconditioning improves the survival of skin and myocutaneous flaps in a rat model. Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery 1998, 102: 140-50; discussion 151-2. PMID: 9655419, DOI: 10.1097/00006534-199807000-00022.
- Thomson JG, Kim JH, Syed SA, Reid MA, Madsen J, Restifo RJ. The effect of prolonged clamping and vascular stasis on the patency of arterial and venous microanastomoses. Annals Of Plastic Surgery 1998, 40: 436-41. PMID: 9556001, DOI: 10.1097/00000637-199804000-00019.
- Zahir K, Syed S, Zink J, Restifo R, Thomson J. Comparison of the Effects of Ischemic Preconditioning and Surgical Delay on Pedicled Musculocutaneous Flap Survival in a Rat Model. Annals Of Plastic Surgery 1998, 40: 422-429. PMID: 9555999, DOI: 10.1097/00000637-199804000-00017.
- Zahir T, Zahir K, Syed S, Restifo R, Thomson J. Ischemic Preconditioning of Musculocutaneous Flaps: Effects of Ischemia Cycle Length and Number of Cycles. Annals Of Plastic Surgery 1998, 40: 430-435. PMID: 9556000, DOI: 10.1097/00000637-199804000-00018.
- Zahir KS, Quin JA, Brown W, Thomson JG, Dudrick SJ. Trends in the incidence of upper extremity soft tissue malignancies: a 40-year review of the Connecticut State Tumor Registry. Connecticut Medicine 1998, 62: 9-14. PMID: 9509707.
- Ahmed S, Pierce J, Reid M, Thomson J, Restifo R. A New Experimental Model. Annals Of Plastic Surgery 1997, 39: 495-499. PMID: 9374146, DOI: 10.1097/00000637-199711000-00009.
- Thomson J. Re: Distal Dorsal Forearm Flap. Annals Of Plastic Surgery 1997, 39: 556. DOI: 10.1097/00000637-199711000-00024.
- Turowski GA, Amjadi N, Sterling A, Thomson JG. Aneurysm of the radial artery following blunt trauma to the wrist. Annals Of Plastic Surgery 1997, 38: 527-30. PMID: 9160137, DOI: 10.1097/00000637-199705000-00015.
- Restifo RJ, Ahmed SS, Isenberg JS, Thomson JG. Timing, magnitude, and utility of surgical delay in the TRAM flap: I. Animal studies. Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery 1997, 99: 1211-6. PMID: 9105347, DOI: 10.1097/00006534-199704001-00001.
- Zink J, Syed S, Zahir K, Thomson J, Restifo R. Transferring Vascular Territories from One Axial Pattern Flap to Another: A Comparison of Delay Procedures. Annals Of Plastic Surgery 1997, 38: 385-387. PMID: 9111899, DOI: 10.1097/00000637-199704000-00013.
- Syed S, Zahir K, Zink J, Saglaam Ö, Restifo R, Thomson J. Distal Dorsal Forearm Flap. Annals Of Plastic Surgery 1997, 38: 396-403. PMID: 9111901, DOI: 10.1097/00000637-199704000-00015.
- Turowski GA, Zdankiewicz PD, Thomson JG. The results of surgical treatment of trigger finger. The Journal Of Hand Surgery 1997, 22: 145-9. PMID: 9018628, DOI: 10.1016/S0363-5023(05)80195-9.
- Ross D, Thomson J, Restifo R, Tarro J, Sasaki C. The Extended Lateral Arm Free Flap for Head and Neck Reconstruction. The Laryngoscope 1996, 106: 14-18. PMID: 8544621, DOI: 10.1097/00005537-199601000-00004.
- Thomson J, Restifo R. Microsurgery for Cranial Base Tumors. Clinics In Plastic Surgery 1995, 22: 563-572. PMID: 7554724, DOI: 10.1016/s0094-1298(20)30998-6.
- Thomson JG, Kerrigan CL. Hydrogen clearance: assessment of technique for measurement of skin-flap blood flow in pigs. Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery 1991, 88: 657-63. PMID: 1896537.
- Thomson JG, Kerrigan CL, Abrahamowicz M. Effects of sodium pentobarbital anesthesia on blood flow in skin, myocutaneous, and fasciocutaneous flaps in swine. Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery 1991, 88: 269-74. PMID: 1852820, DOI: 10.1097/00006534-199108000-00016.
- Thomson JG, Kerrigan CL. Dermofluorometry: thresholds for predicting flap survival. Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery 1989, 83: 859-64; discussion 865. PMID: 2710835.
- Thomson JG, Kerrigan CL. Fasciocutaneous flaps: an experimental model in the pig. Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery 1989, 83: 110-7. PMID: 2909051.
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Biography
James Grant Thomson, MD, director of Yale Medicine Hand & Microsurgery, is a plastic surgeon who specializes in repairing the arms, hands and wrists for adults and children. He also performs surgeries for people whose bodies have been changed by cancer treatment.
Dr. Thomson is skilled in microsurgery—delicate operations performed under magnification using small, specialized instruments. But he says one of the most important advances in hand surgery is the treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome using endoscopic surgery. This surgery involves making a small incision or two in the skin of the wrist, inserting a thin tube with a tiny camera and instruments at the tip, and using the tool to cut the ligament that’s causing the symptoms. “We can perform a short operation, and their symptoms go away immediately. People can get back to using their hands,” Dr. Thomson says.
“There’s a lot of artistry to what plastic surgeons do,” says Dr. Thomson, who is a professor of plastic surgery at Yale School of Medicine. In recent years, he points out, science has been providing more evidence-based approaches. “So we are also innovators and problem solvers,” he says. Through his research, Dr. Thomson has been improving techniques in microsurgery and tendon repair, among other areas.
“Our patients are always challenging us to come up with the best solutions,” he says. “Our medical residents and medical students are challenging us to be on the cutting edge in everything we do. That’s what makes it exciting to be here.”
A physics major in college, Dr. Thomson chose to go into medicine after deciding it was the best way to combine his passion for science with his interest in helping people. He is the founder of a non-profit program called Hand Help, and he has been leading teams of medical professionals on volunteer surgical expeditions to Latin America since 1998. His teams have made a difference in the lives of more than 800 people in developing countries.
Titles
- Professor of Surgery (Plastic)
- Director, Yale Hand & Microsurgery Program
- Affiliated Faculty, Yale Institute for Global Health
Education & Training
- FellowWashington University/Barnes Hospital, St. Louis, MO (1991)
- ResidentMcGill University/Montreal General Hospital, Canada (1990)
- ResidentMontreal General Hospital, Canada (1988)
- MScMc Gill University, Experimental Surgery (1988)
- Research FellowRoyal Victoria Hospital, Montreal, Canada (1985)
- MDMcGill University (1983)
Languages Spoken
- English
- Français (French)
Additional Information
- Best Doctors in America: Castle Connolly (2003), (2004), (2005), (2006), (2007), (2008), (2009), (2010), (2011), (2012), (2013), (2014), (2015), (2016)
- Resident Award for Distinguished Teaching: Yale Plastic Surgery (1999), (2003), (2013)
- AB of Plastic Surgery, Hand Surgery (2015)
- AB of Plastic Surgery, Plastic Surgery (1995, recertified: 2015)
- Xiangya Medicine (2016 - Present): Editorial Board
- American Association of Plastic Surgeons (2014 - 2015): Chair, Research and Education Committee
- Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (2011 - 2015): Editor, Hand and Peripheral Nerve Section
- American Association of Plastic Surgeons (2011 - 2012): Acting Chair, Research and Education Committee
- Hand Help, Inc (2006 - Present): President and founder. This organization provides free volunteer hand surgery in developing nations.
- Silvestre J, Thomson JG, Thompson TL, Chang B, Wilson RH. Analysis of Strengths in Exposure to Cases During Plastic and Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Fellowships. Journal Of The American Academy Of Orthopaedic Surgeons 2022, 30: 721-727. PMID: 35333806, DOI: 10.5435/jaaos-d-22-00118.
- Wu R, Peck C, Gary C, Kanouzi J, Persing J, Thomson J. The role of the A0 pulley in trigger finger: a cadaver model. Journal Of Xiangya Medicine 2021, 0: 0-0. DOI: 10.21037/jxym-21-21.
- Peck CJ, Carney M, Chiu A, Park KE, Prassinos A, Allam O, Thomson JG, Prsic A. Sex, Race, Insurance, and Pain: Do Patient Sociodemographics Influence Postoperative Opioid Prescriptions Among Hand Surgeons? Hand 2021, 17: 1133-1138. PMID: 33682465, PMCID: PMC9608288, DOI: 10.1177/1558944721998020.
- Wu RT, Walker ME, Peck CJ, Liu YJ, Hetzler P, Le NK, Smetona J, Thomson JG. Differential Pulley Release in Trigger Finger: A Prospective, Randomized Clinical Trial. Hand 2021, 18: 244-249. PMID: 33648377, PMCID: PMC10035080, DOI: 10.1177/1558944721994231.
- Carney M, Peck C, Prassinos A, Craig M, Chiu A, Park K, Allam O, Thomson J, Prsic A. Gender, Race, Insurance, and Pain: The Influence of Patient Sociodemographics on Postoperative Prescribing Patterns Among Hand Surgeons. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Global Open 2020, 8: 98-98. PMCID: PMC7553640, DOI: 10.1097/01.gox.0000720812.01413.e4.
- Carney M, Peck C, Prassinos A, Chiu A, Craig M, Allam O, Park K, Prsic A, Thomson J. Postoperative Pain-control in Hand Surgery: A Single Institution Review of Opioid Prescription Practices by Orthopaedic Versus Plastic Surgeons. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Global Open 2020, 8: 97-97. PMCID: PMC7553619, DOI: 10.1097/01.gox.0000720808.46739.21.
- Allam O, Park K, Carney M, Kim S, Craig M, Thomson J, Prsic A. Safety of Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release Performed Under Local Anesthesia. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Global Open 2020, 8: 96-96. PMCID: PMC7553441, DOI: 10.1097/01.gox.0000720800.54109.08.
- Peck C, Le N, Kanouzi J, Singh A, Saldaña L, Nunez M, Cornejo U, Walker M, Thomson J. Improving Outcome Collection Following International Surgery Trips: A Proof of Concept From a Pediatric Hand Reconstruction Trip to Peru. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Global Open 2020, 8: 95-95. PMCID: PMC7553402, DOI: 10.1097/01.gox.0000720792.09753.c7.
- Smetona J, Gabrick K, Dinis J, Chouiari F, Alperovich M, Walker M, Hsia H, Thomson J. Abstract 124: The Effect of Intraoperative Temperature on Microvascular Thrombosis. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Global Open 2019, 7: 86-87. PMCID: PMC6504512, DOI: 10.1097/01.gox.0000558398.22469.f1.
- Hetzler P, Wu R, Smetona J, Liu Y, Clune J, Thomson J. Abstract. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Global Open 2018, 6: 66-67. PMCID: PMC6212013, DOI: 10.1097/01.gox.0000546805.66511.48.
- Walker ME, Chuang C, Moores CR, Webb ML, Buonocore SD, Thomson J. The Hand Surgeon Consultation Improves Patient Knowledge in a Hand Surgery Mission to Honduras. The Journal Of Hand Surgery (Asian-Pacific Volume) 2018, 23: 11-17. PMID: 29409417, DOI: 10.1142/s2424835518500017.
- Sayadi LR, Shah A, Chopan M, Thomson JG. Axillary artery pseudoaneurysm and distal ulnar embolization in collegiate pitcher: a case report and review. Case Reports In Plastic Surgery & Hand Surgery 2018, 5: 27-30. PMID: 29707610, PMCID: PMC5917312, DOI: 10.1080/23320885.2018.1458311.
- Walker ME, Tsay C, Broer PN, Zhu VZ, Sturrock T, Ng R, Scoutt LM, Thomson JG, Kwei SL. A prospective, randomized-controlled pilot study comparing closed suction versus negative pressure drains for panniculectomy patients. Journal Of Plastic Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery 2017, 71: 438-439. PMID: 29289501, DOI: 10.1016/j.bjps.2017.11.013.
- Chuang C, Azurdia J, Asuzu D, Ragins KT, Tomany K, Islam S, Williams S, Safanda J, Thomson JG. Functional and Quality of Life Outcomes of a Hand Surgery Mission to Honduras. Hand 2017, 13: 305-312. PMID: 28452578, PMCID: PMC5987978, DOI: 10.1177/1558944717704515.
- Thomson JG. Diagnosis and treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome. The Lancet Neurology 2017, 16: 263. PMID: 28327334, DOI: 10.1016/s1474-4422(17)30059-5.
- Samra S, Bourne D, Beckett J, Matthew M, Thomson JG. Decision-making and Management of Ulnar Polydactyly of the Newborn: Outcomes and Satisfaction. The Journal Of Hand Surgery (Asian-Pacific Volume) 2016, 21: 313-320. PMID: 27595947, DOI: 10.1142/s2424835516500272.
- Broer PN, Juran S, Walker ME, Ng R, Weichman K, Tanna N, Liu YJ, Shah A, Patel A, Persing JA, Thomson JG. Aesthetic Breast Shape Preferences Among Plastic Surgeons. Annals Of Plastic Surgery 2015, 74: 639-644. PMID: 24691316, DOI: 10.1097/sap.0000000000000001.
- Song JW, Ersahin D, Much MA, Thomson JG, Smitaman E. An exceptional case of xanthomatous infiltration of the musculoskeletal and integumentary systems. Skeletal Radiology 2015, 44: 1181-1187. PMID: 25690426, DOI: 10.1007/s00256-015-2116-6.
- Shah A, Martin G, Thomson JG. A novel use for suture button suspension: reconstruction of the dorsal ulnar ligament to treat thumb metacarpal dislocation. Case Reports In Plastic Surgery And Hand Surgery 2015, 2: 7-11. PMID: 27252958, PMCID: PMC4623541, DOI: 10.3109/23320885.2014.997823.
- Singh D, Chopra K, Tadisina K, Patel K, Thomson J. Helping hands: a cost effectiveness study of a humanitarian hand surgery mission based on disability-adjusted-life-years (DALYS). Journal Of The American College Of Surgeons 2014, 219: e167-e168. DOI: 10.1016/j.jamcollsurg.2014.07.838.
- Tadisina KK, Chopra K, Tangredi J, Thomson JG, Singh DP. Helping Hands: A Cost-Effectiveness Study of a Humanitarian Hand Surgery Mission. Plastic Surgery International 2014, 2014: 921625. PMID: 25225616, PMCID: PMC4158142, DOI: 10.1155/2014/921625.
- Boskovski MT, Thomson JG. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Syndrome of Partial Thenar Atrophy, and W. Russell Brain: A Historical Perspective. The Journal Of Hand Surgery 2014, 39: 1822-1829.e1. PMID: 25063392, DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2014.05.025.
- Boskovski MT, Thomson JG. Acroparesthesia and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: A Historical Perspective. The Journal Of Hand Surgery 2014, 39: 1813-1821.e1. PMID: 25063390, DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2014.05.024.
- Berlin NL, Tuggle CT, Thomson JG, Au A. Digit Replantation in Children: A Nationwide Analysis of Outcomes and Trends of 455 Pediatric Patients. Hand 2014, 9: 244-252. PMID: 24839429, PMCID: PMC4022954, DOI: 10.1007/s11552-014-9628-8.
- Walker ME, Zhu VZ, Webb ML, Sturrock T, Ng R, Thomson JG, Broer PN, Kwei SL. Abstract 142. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery 2014, 133: 158. PMID: 25942253, DOI: 10.1097/01.prs.0000444970.05033.02.
- Liu KJ, Thomson JG. Experimental Model of Trigger Finger Through A1 Pulley Constriction in a Human Cadaveric Hand: A Pilot Study. The Journal Of Hand Surgery 2013, 38: 1933-1940. PMID: 23978786, DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2013.06.033.
- Buonocore SD, Broer PN, Kaldany A, Sawh-Martinez R, Thomson JG. The Effects of A1 Pulley Release after Flexor Tendon Repair in a Cadaveric Model. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery 2012, 130: 857-864. PMID: 22691846, DOI: 10.1097/prs.0b013e318262f251.
- Singh D, Forte AJ, Zahiri HR, Janes LE, Sabino J, Matthews JA, Bell RL, Thomson JG. Prognostication for body contouring surgery after bariatric surgery. Eplasty 2012, 12: e46. PMID: 22993644, PMCID: PMC3443410.
- Singh D, Zahiri HR, Janes LE, Sabino J, Matthews JA, Bell RL, Thomson JG. Mental and physical impact of body contouring procedures on post-bariatric surgery patients. Eplasty 2012, 12: e47. PMID: 22993645, PMCID: PMC3443403.
- Buonocore S, Sawh-Martinez R, Emerson JW, Mohan P, Dymarczyk M, Thomson JG. The Effects of Edema and Self-adherent Wrap on the Work of Flexion in a Cadaveric Hand. The Journal Of Hand Surgery 2012, 37: 1349-1355. PMID: 22633224, DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2012.03.038.
- Chin SH, Tom LK, Thomson JG. Does the Severity of Bilateral Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Influence the Timing of Staged Bilateral Release? Annals Of Plastic Surgery 2011, 67: 30-33. PMID: 21467913, DOI: 10.1097/sap.0b013e3181ebe617.
- Liu YJ, Thomson JG. Ideal Anthropomorphic Values of the Female Breast. Annals Of Plastic Surgery 2011, 67: 7-11. PMID: 21301308, DOI: 10.1097/sap.0b013e3181f77ab5.
- Tom L, Ragins K, Colebunders B, Thomson J. 152: A MODEL FOR SHORT-TERM MEDICAL MISSION EVALUATION: THE IMPACT OF A HAND SURGERY MISSION TO HONDURAS. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery 2011, 127: 84. DOI: 10.1097/01.prs.0000396839.98115.37.
- Liu Y, Hirsch B, Shah A, Reid M, Thomson J. Mild Intraoperative Hypothermia Reduces Free Tissue Transfer Thrombosis. Journal Of Reconstructive Microsurgery 2010, 27: 121-126. PMID: 20981640, DOI: 10.1055/s-0030-1268211.
- Colebunders B, Matthew MK, Thomson JG. The use of a surgical glove in microsurgical training: A new point of view. Microsurgery 2010, 30: 505-506. PMID: 20878733, DOI: 10.1002/micr.20785.
- Liu Y, Thomson J. Reply. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery 2009, 124: 2194-2195. DOI: 10.1097/prs.0b013e3181bcf7e0.
- Shah AA, Arias JE, Thomson JG. The effect of ischemic preconditioning on secondary ischemia in myocutaneous flaps. Journal Of Reconstructive Microsurgery 2009, 25: 527-31. PMID: 19774502, DOI: 10.1055/s-0029-1238220.
- Thomson J, Mine R, Shah A, Palesty J, Yaghjyan G, Ahmed S, Braün S, Chao R. The Effect of Core Temperature on the Success of Free Tissue Transfer. Journal Of Reconstructive Microsurgery 2009, 25: 411-416. PMID: 19455487, DOI: 10.1055/s-0029-1223849.
- Thomson JG, Liu YJ, Restifo RJ, Rinker BD, Reis A. Surface Area Measurement of the Female Breast: Phase I. Validation of a Novel Optical Technique. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery 2009, 123: 1588-1596. PMID: 19407633, DOI: 10.1097/prs.0b013e3181a076ad.
- Nishihori T, Choi J, DiGiovanna MP, Thomson JG, Kohler PC, McGurn J, Chung GG. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Associated with the Use of Aromatase Inhibitors in Breast Cancer. Clinical Breast Cancer 2008, 8: 362-365. PMID: 18757265, DOI: 10.3816/cbc.2008.n.043.
- Lee CJ, Park JH, Ciesielski TE, Thomson JG, Persing JA. Retinoids, 585-nm Laser, and Carbon Dioxide Laser: A Numeric Comparison of Neocollagen Formation in Photoaged Hairless Mouse Skin. Aesthetic Plastic Surgery 2008, 32: 894-901. PMID: 18301943, DOI: 10.1007/s00266-008-9121-2.
- Lee C, Whang J, Lazova R, Ciesielski TE, Thomson JG, McCarthy T, Persing JA. Growth factor expression with different wound treatments after laser resurfacing. Aesthetic Surgery Journal 2007, 27: 55-64. PMID: 19341630, DOI: 10.1016/j.asj.2006.12.002.
- Singh D, Forte A, Loerke C, Bell R, Thomson J. P63: Prognostication of Body Contouring after Bariatric Surgery. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery 2006, 118: 144. DOI: 10.1097/00006534-200609151-00160.
- Thomson J. Discussion. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery 2006, 117: 2267-2268. DOI: 10.1097/01.prs.0000225448.25269.e2.
- Thomson J. Discussion. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery 2005, 116: 495-496. DOI: 10.1097/01.prs.0000172895.80179.ed.
- Hsia HC, Thomson JG. Differences in Breast Shape Preferences between Plastic Surgeons and Patients Seeking Breast Augmentation. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery 2003, 112: 312-320. PMID: 12832909, DOI: 10.1097/01.prs.0000066365.12348.a7.
- Pan D, Watson HK, Swigart C, Thomson JG, Honig SC, Narayan D. Microarray Gene Analysis and Expression Profiles of Dupuytren’s Contracture. Annals Of Plastic Surgery 2003, 50: 618-622. PMID: 12783014, DOI: 10.1097/01.sap.0000069066.35253.b3.
- Braün S, Mine R, Syed S, Ta K, Chao R, Ciesielski T, Perez-Morel A, Thomson J. The Optimal Sequence of Microvascular Repair during Prolonged Clamping in Free Flap Transfer. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery 2003, 111: 233-241. DOI: 10.1097/00006534-200301000-00040.
- Braün SA, Mine R, Syed SA, Ta KT, Chao RP, Ciesielski TE, Perez-Morel A, Thomson JG. The optimal sequence of microvascular repair during prolonged clamping in free flap transfer. Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery 2003, 111: 233-41. PMID: 12496584, DOI: 10.1097/01.PRS.0000034935.39353.BD.
- Chao R, Braün S, Ta K, Palesty J, Mine R, Syed S, Chang D, Thomson J. Early Passive Mobilization after Digital Nerve Repair and Grafting in a Fresh Cadaver. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery 2001, 108: 386-391. PMID: 11496180, DOI: 10.1097/00006534-200108000-00017.
- White R, Pollak J, Persing J, Henderson K, Thomson J, Burdge C. Long-Term Outcome of Embolotherapy and Surgery for High-Flow Extremity Arteriovenous Malformations. Journal Of Vascular And Interventional Radiology 2000, 11: 1285-1295. PMID: 11099238, DOI: 10.1016/s1051-0443(07)61302-5.
- Hendrix C, Thomson J, Blume P. Pedal macrodactyly: Coverage of a large defect with a rectus abdominus free flap. The Journal Of Foot & Ankle Surgery 2000, 39: 184-188. PMID: 10862390, DOI: 10.1016/s1067-2516(00)80020-4.
- Pu LL, Thomson JG. Salvage of the exposed irradiated knee joint with free tissue transfer. Annals Of Plastic Surgery 2000, 44: 334-9. PMID: 10735229, DOI: 10.1097/00000637-200044030-00015.
- Pu L, Syed S, Reid M, Patwa H, Goldstein J, Forman D, Thomson J, Haven N. Effects of Nerve Growth Factor on Nerve Regeneration through a Vein Graft across a Gap. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery 1999, 104: 1379-1385. PMID: 10513921, DOI: 10.1097/00006534-199910000-00021.
- Ta K, Eidelman D, Thomson J. Patient satisfaction and outcomes of surgery for de Quervain's tenosynovitis. The Journal Of Hand Surgery 1999, 24: 1071-1077. PMID: 10509287, DOI: 10.1053/jhsu.1999.1071.
- Pu L, Ahmed S, Thomson J, Reid M, Madsen J, Restifo R. Endothelial Cell Growth Factor Enhances Musculocutaneous Flap Survival Through the Process of Neovascularization. Annals Of Plastic Surgery 1999, 42: 306-312. PMID: 10096623, DOI: 10.1097/00000637-199903000-00013.
- Otake LR, Thomson JG, Persing JA, Merrell RC. Telemedicine: low-bandwidth applications for intermittent health services in remote areas. JAMA 1998, 280: 1305-6. PMID: 9794301, DOI: 10.1001/jama.280.15.1305-a.
- Restifo R, Thomson J. The Preconditioned TRAM Flap: Preliminary Clinical Experience. Annals Of Plastic Surgery 1998, 41: 343-347. PMID: 9788213, DOI: 10.1097/00000637-199810000-00001.
- Zahir KS, Syed SA, Zink JR, Restifo RJ, Thomson JG. Ischemic preconditioning improves the survival of skin and myocutaneous flaps in a rat model. Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery 1998, 102: 140-50; discussion 151-2. PMID: 9655419, DOI: 10.1097/00006534-199807000-00022.
- Thomson JG, Kim JH, Syed SA, Reid MA, Madsen J, Restifo RJ. The effect of prolonged clamping and vascular stasis on the patency of arterial and venous microanastomoses. Annals Of Plastic Surgery 1998, 40: 436-41. PMID: 9556001, DOI: 10.1097/00000637-199804000-00019.
- Zahir K, Syed S, Zink J, Restifo R, Thomson J. Comparison of the Effects of Ischemic Preconditioning and Surgical Delay on Pedicled Musculocutaneous Flap Survival in a Rat Model. Annals Of Plastic Surgery 1998, 40: 422-429. PMID: 9555999, DOI: 10.1097/00000637-199804000-00017.
- Zahir T, Zahir K, Syed S, Restifo R, Thomson J. Ischemic Preconditioning of Musculocutaneous Flaps: Effects of Ischemia Cycle Length and Number of Cycles. Annals Of Plastic Surgery 1998, 40: 430-435. PMID: 9556000, DOI: 10.1097/00000637-199804000-00018.
- Zahir KS, Quin JA, Brown W, Thomson JG, Dudrick SJ. Trends in the incidence of upper extremity soft tissue malignancies: a 40-year review of the Connecticut State Tumor Registry. Connecticut Medicine 1998, 62: 9-14. PMID: 9509707.
- Ahmed S, Pierce J, Reid M, Thomson J, Restifo R. A New Experimental Model. Annals Of Plastic Surgery 1997, 39: 495-499. PMID: 9374146, DOI: 10.1097/00000637-199711000-00009.
- Thomson J. Re: Distal Dorsal Forearm Flap. Annals Of Plastic Surgery 1997, 39: 556. DOI: 10.1097/00000637-199711000-00024.
- Turowski GA, Amjadi N, Sterling A, Thomson JG. Aneurysm of the radial artery following blunt trauma to the wrist. Annals Of Plastic Surgery 1997, 38: 527-30. PMID: 9160137, DOI: 10.1097/00000637-199705000-00015.
- Restifo RJ, Ahmed SS, Isenberg JS, Thomson JG. Timing, magnitude, and utility of surgical delay in the TRAM flap: I. Animal studies. Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery 1997, 99: 1211-6. PMID: 9105347, DOI: 10.1097/00006534-199704001-00001.
- Zink J, Syed S, Zahir K, Thomson J, Restifo R. Transferring Vascular Territories from One Axial Pattern Flap to Another: A Comparison of Delay Procedures. Annals Of Plastic Surgery 1997, 38: 385-387. PMID: 9111899, DOI: 10.1097/00000637-199704000-00013.
- Syed S, Zahir K, Zink J, Saglaam Ö, Restifo R, Thomson J. Distal Dorsal Forearm Flap. Annals Of Plastic Surgery 1997, 38: 396-403. PMID: 9111901, DOI: 10.1097/00000637-199704000-00015.
- Turowski GA, Zdankiewicz PD, Thomson JG. The results of surgical treatment of trigger finger. The Journal Of Hand Surgery 1997, 22: 145-9. PMID: 9018628, DOI: 10.1016/S0363-5023(05)80195-9.
- Ross D, Thomson J, Restifo R, Tarro J, Sasaki C. The Extended Lateral Arm Free Flap for Head and Neck Reconstruction. The Laryngoscope 1996, 106: 14-18. PMID: 8544621, DOI: 10.1097/00005537-199601000-00004.
- Thomson J, Restifo R. Microsurgery for Cranial Base Tumors. Clinics In Plastic Surgery 1995, 22: 563-572. PMID: 7554724, DOI: 10.1016/s0094-1298(20)30998-6.
- Thomson JG, Kerrigan CL. Hydrogen clearance: assessment of technique for measurement of skin-flap blood flow in pigs. Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery 1991, 88: 657-63. PMID: 1896537.
- Thomson JG, Kerrigan CL, Abrahamowicz M. Effects of sodium pentobarbital anesthesia on blood flow in skin, myocutaneous, and fasciocutaneous flaps in swine. Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery 1991, 88: 269-74. PMID: 1852820, DOI: 10.1097/00006534-199108000-00016.
- Thomson JG, Kerrigan CL. Dermofluorometry: thresholds for predicting flap survival. Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery 1989, 83: 859-64; discussion 865. PMID: 2710835.
- Thomson JG, Kerrigan CL. Fasciocutaneous flaps: an experimental model in the pig. Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery 1989, 83: 110-7. PMID: 2909051.
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