Andrei Odobescu

Dr. Andrei Odobescu, M.D., Ph.D., is a board-certified plastic and hand surgeon based at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas. With a clinical focus on microsurgical burn reconstruction and complex trauma repair, Dr. Odobescu brings a unique blend of surgical precision, academic excellence, and compassionate care to patients facing some of the most challenging reconstructive needs.

Dr. Odobescu’s expertise lies in microsurgical burn reconstruction, a highly specialized field that involves transplanting healthy tissue—including skin, muscle, and nerves—to restore areas damaged by severe burns. His work in this area is particularly impactful for patients requiring functional and aesthetic recovery after extensive injuries. He is one of the few surgeons in the region offering this level of microsurgical intervention, and his practice is closely integrated with Parkland Memorial Hospital’s renowned burn unit

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In addition to burn care, Dr. Odobescu performs breast reconstruction, including oncoplastic techniques that combine cancer removal with aesthetic restoration. His approach is tailored to each patient’s anatomy and treatment history, ensuring outcomes that support both physical healing and emotional well-being. He has contributed to the textbook Oncoplastic and Reconstructive Management of the Breast: A Multidisciplinary Approach, reflecting his commitment to advancing the field through education and research

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Dr. Odobescu also specializes in limb salvage and replantation surgery, treating patients with traumatic injuries that threaten the viability of arms, hands, or legs. These procedures require meticulous planning and execution, often involving the reconnection of blood vessels, nerves, and tendons to restore function. His background in hand surgery and peripheral nerve repair allows him to address both structural and neurological aspects of recovery.

His practice includes complex wound repair and trauma reconstruction, serving patients with injuries from accidents, burns, or surgical complications. These cases often involve multiple stages of treatment and collaboration with other specialists, and Dr. Odobescu’s role is central to restoring both form and function. He is known for his surgical creativity and perseverance, having received the American Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery’s worldwide Best Case Award in 2023 for his innovative work

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Dr. Odobescu earned his medical degree from McGill University and completed his plastic surgery residency at the University of Montreal, where he also earned a Ph.D. in biomedical sciences. He pursued advanced training in microsurgery and hand surgery at the Buncke Clinic in San Francisco, a globally recognized center for reconstructive surgery. He joined the UT Southwestern faculty in 2022 and currently serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Plastic Surgery.

Patients can visit Dr. Odobescu at UT Southwestern’s Outpatient Building, located at 6011 Harry Hines Blvd, Suite 106, Dallas, TX. His practice spans multiple institutions, including Parkland Memorial Hospital and the Dallas Veterans Affairs Medical Center, ensuring access to comprehensive care across a variety of settings. The clinic accepts major insurance plans, including Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, Humana, Blue Cross, and United Healthcare

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Dr. Odobescu’s work is defined by a commitment to restoring lives through reconstructive excellence. Whether treating burn survivors, trauma patients, or individuals recovering from cancer, he brings a thoughtful and expert approach to every procedure. His dedication to innovation and patient care continues to shape the future of reconstructive microsurgery in Dallas and beyond.