Dr. Laura Tom, MD, Washington, DC | Plastic Surgeon

What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

4.67

Bedside manner

5.00

“Dr Laura Tom, Very professional, easy to understand analysis, clear instructions of my to do list, so she can proceed with my breast reduction and tummy tuck. Thanks Dr Tom”

Carol M.November 10, 2021

“I think the everytime I came here I would get better as soon as possible, they treat me very well. All people are very professional, friendly. Excellent environment condition. All the time I came I see alot of progressing, and I got home very happy.”

RVMore than 1 year ago

About Dr. Laura Tom

Laura Tom, MD, is an attending physician in MedStar Washington Hospital Center’s Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery department, whose work is all about uplifting patients. As a general plastic surgeon, Dr. Tom uses inpatient and outpatient cosmetic and reconstructive surgical treatments to improve and/or restore the patient’s quality of life that has been affected by a wide range of conditions, including skin cancer, acute and chronic wounds, lymphedema, and hernias. More specifically, Dr. Tom specializes in microsurgical complex reconstruction techniques, including microvascular reconstruction and super-microsurgery for lymphedema. Surgical treatment for lymphedema—the swelling in limbs that occurs after the damage or removal of lymph nodes—is a relatively new field of surgery because microscope, instrument, and suture technology have all improved to make the necessary techniques feasible. Most providers and patients are more familiar with the non-surgical means of treating lymphedema, such as massage and compression. But promising surgical approaches are now on the horizon: Using microsurgical techniques, it is sometimes possible to move tissue or attempt reconstruction to bypass lymph nodes that are not working. Dr. Tom completed her surgical training at the University of Washington in Seattle ,where she helped treat a high volume of patients from all around the Pacific Northwest. She joined Medstar Washington Hospital Center after completing a specialized fellowship in microsurgery and lymphatic surgery at Hospital de Sant Pau in Barcelona, Spain. During her fellowship, she visited hospitals across Europe and Asia, learning from and networking with experts in complex reconstruction from around the world.

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Popular visit reasons

Breast Augmentation

Breast Reduction

Breast Surgery

Facelift

Fat Grafting

Lipoma

Plastic Surgery Consultation

Plastic Surgery Follow Up

Breast Augmentation

Breast Reduction

Breast Surgery

Facelift

Office location

MedStar Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

106 Irving St NW, Ste 3400, Washington, DC 20010

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Education and background

Practice names

MedStar Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Hospital affiliations

MedStar Georgetown University Hospital
MedStar Washington Hospital Center

Board certifications

American Board of Plastic Surgery

Education and training

Medical School - Yale University, Doctor of Medicine
University of Washington Medical Center, Residency in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Hospital de Sant Pau, Fellowship in Microsurgery and Lymphatic Surgery
Lehigh University (Bachelor’s)

Languages spoken

English
Spanish

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1053610832

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

5.00

Wait time

4.67

Bedside manner

5.00

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6 reviews

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Very friendly & professional, I appreciate how they made me feel comfortable through -out my visit .

October 11, 2021Eugene R.Verified patient

I have contnually had an excellent experience w/ Dr. Tom & the staff.

More than 1 year agoPW

Dr Laura Tom, Very professional, easy to understand analysis, clear instructions of my to do list, so she can proceed with my breast reduction and tummy tuck. Thanks Dr Tom

November 10, 2021Carol M.Verified patient

I think the everytime I came here I would get better as soon as possible, they treat me very well. All people are very professional, friendly. Excellent environment condition. All the time I came I see alot of progressing, and I got home very happy.

More than 1 year agoRV

January 3, 2022Nikki F.Verified patient

September 30, 2021Samantha M.Verified patient

Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Laura Tom?

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Is Dr. Laura Tom accepting new patients?

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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Laura Tom online?

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Which hospital is Dr. Laura Tom affiliated with?

Dr. Laura Tom is affiliated with MedStar Georgetown University Hospital and MedStar Washington Hospital Center.

What practice does Dr. Laura Tom work with?

Dr. Laura Tom works with MedStar Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.

Where is Dr. Laura Tom's office located?

Dr. Laura Tom's office is located at 106 Irving St NW, Washington, DC 20010.

Which board certifications does Dr. Laura Tom have?

Dr. Laura Tom is certified by American Board of Plastic Surgery.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Laura Tom?

Dr. Laura Tom frequently sees patients for Breast Augmentation, Breast Reduction, Breast Surgery, Lipoma, and Plastic Surgery Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Laura Tom on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Laura Tom speak?

Dr. Laura Tom speaks English and Spanish.

How do patients rate Dr. Laura Tom in reviews?

6 patients have reviewed Dr. Laura Tom. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.67/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.