Plastic & reconstructive surgery

Restoring form is the work itself.

A fourth-year medical student at CU Anschutz with first-author research in breast reconstruction, microsurgery and hand surgery, a background in clinical trials and healthcare venture investing, and a decade at the pottery wheel.

Education

2023 – Present

University of Colorado Anschutz School of Medicine

MD Candidate, Class of 2027

USMLE Step 1: PassStep 2 CK: 262Clerkships: 6/6 Honors
2017 – 2021

University of Southern California

B.S. Human Biology

Magna Cum LaudePhi Beta Kappa

Experience

17 roles

Research

9/23 – Present

Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

University of Colorado
David Mathes, MD, FACS · Christodoulos Kaoutzanis, MD, FACS

Leading multiple first-author publications in autologous and implant-based breast reconstruction, with an emphasis on perioperative risk factors, complication prevention and surgical outcomes.

Mark Greyson, MD

Active contributor to randomized controlled trial administration and manuscript writing in hand surgery; leading studies and reviews in extremity salvage, thumb CMC denervation, autologous fat transplantation and thumb hemiarthroplasty. Received the U-COSMOS Clinical Quality Grant under Dr. Greyson.

Jason Yu, DMD, MD

Leading multiple first-author publications in microsurgery, including esophageal reconstruction, head and neck lymphedema, and traumatic craniofacial injury.

6/21 – 3/22

Clinical Trial Research Coordinator

Columbia University Medical Center · New York, NY

Coordinated study enrollment, protocol and follow-up care for patients in clinical trials. Reviewed research protocols and helped principal investigators draft budgets and review potential studies.

9/19 – 5/21

Undergraduate Lab Assistant, Gracey Lab

University of Southern California · Los Angeles, CA

Analyzed C. elegans locomotion to assess dopaminergic effects on biomechanics. Trained a Python-based recurrent neural network to model C. elegans movement patterns, with translational relevance to tongue micro-undulations in neurodegenerative disease.

Ventures & industry

9/25 – Present

Healthcare Innovation & Entrepreneurship Venture Fellow

CU Innovations · Aurora, CO

Lead faculty invention diligence to determine suitability for investment, incubation or grant funding. Provide embedded project management supporting commercialization, resource allocation and funding strategy for faculty-founders of surgical devices and digital platforms.

7/25 – Present

Founder and Managing Partner

Node Capital

Founded an early-stage venture fund that gives physicians and trainees access to private healthcare investments. Recruited a founding partner, raised $310,000 from outside investors, and lead deal sourcing and diligence across three portfolio investments to date.

12/22 – 7/23

Associate Consultant

Summit Health Advisors · New York, NY

Provided business strategy consulting for a portfolio of pre-Series B startups and investment funds. Published research-backed articles on healthcare networks and digital platform monetization.

3/22 – 12/22

Venture Capital Associate

ROBO Global · New York, NY

Led due diligence across 10+ investments in health-tech, AI and robotics. Maintained the internal database of private investments and 600+ public securities with $4B+ AUM.

7/21 – 6/23

Independent Soccer Instructor

New York, NY

Coached youth athletes in technical skills, teamwork and game fundamentals through structured weekly training.

Leadership

1/24 – Present

President

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Interest Group (PRSIG), CU Anschutz

Organize community events engaging 61 medical students across four classes, while shifting PRSIG’s focus to mentor–mentee relationships and expanded research opportunities.

4/25 – Present

Executive Committee Member

Mountain West Society of Plastic Surgeons

Facilitate student and resident participation in a major regional conference by coordinating registration, abstract submissions and networking with faculty.

3/24 – Present

At-Large Representative

Medical Student Council, CU Anschutz

Elected body serving organizational, programmatic and social roles for the students and administration of the Class of 2027.

1/19 – 12/20

Vice President of Academics

Tau Kappa Epsilon, University of Southern California

Oversaw members’ academic performance, assigned new members to academic advisors, and enforced academic standards.

Mentorship & service

9/25 – Present

Founder

CU Care Cuts · Aurora, CO

Founded a volunteer haircare and hygiene initiative in partnership with a local barbershop, serving underserved communities and patients with long inpatient stays. Current finalist for the CU Annual Scholarly Service Award.

6/25 – Present

Chief Operating Officer

CU Sarcoma Strong · Aurora, CO

Direct operations for a student-led chapter of Sarcoma Strong serving sarcoma patients at the University of Colorado. Organize the annual 5K run and walk, including logistics, volunteer recruitment and fundraising for research. Hosted the 2026 event on August 8.

2/24 – Present

Founder and Mentor

PRSIG Mentor–Mentee Program, CU Anschutz

Provide structured guidance and research opportunities for first- and second-year medical students interested in plastic and reconstructive surgery.

11/23 – 6/24

Ski Instructor

National Sports Center for the Disabled · Winter Park, CO

Helped Children’s Hospital Colorado patients with physical disabilities thrive on the slopes through personalized instruction.

7/12 – Present

Volunteer and Coach

Jason Garrett Starfish Charities · Princeton University, NJ

Football Camp (2004 – present) and Leadership Forum (2018 – present). A volunteer since childhood, now in leadership roles: support camp operations, coach underserved youth and mentor participants.

Publications

ORCID 0000-0001-7953-7983

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  1. 2026
    Aesthetic Breast Surgery Practice Patterns in the United States and Brazil: A Cross-Sectional Survey of Surgeon Preferences and Technique.
    Haas EJ, Dawson S, Hamzeh B, Kokosis G, Winocour J, Kaoutzanis C, Secanho M.
    Aesthetic Surgery Journal Open Forum. Accepted.
    ManuscriptFirst author
  2. 2026
    A Mechanism-Based Classification and Review of Endoscopic and Ultrasound-Guided Carpal Tunnel Release.
    Korenblit M, Haas EJ, Esch EM, Orfahli L, Mares O, Greyson M.
    J Clin Med. 2026;15(16):6130.
    Manuscriptdoi:10.3390/jcm15166130
  3. 2026
    Predictors and consequences of perioperative blood transfusions in DIEP flap breast reconstruction.
    Haas EJ, Tin GT, Lee AD, et al.
    J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg. Published online July 30, 2026.
    ManuscriptFirst authordoi:10.1016/j.bjps.2026.07.045
  4. 2026
    Foundations for the Successful Establishment of a Multidisciplinary Orthoplastic Surgery Team.
    Le ELH, Haas EJ, Fisher MH, et al.
    Handchir Mikrochir Plast Chir. Published online July 2, 2026.
    Manuscriptdoi:10.1055/a-2867-5035
  5. 2026
    Cannabis Use and Outcomes in Breast Surgery.
    Hamzeh BF, Haas EJ, Egan KG, et al.
    Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open. 2026;14(3):e7573.
    Manuscriptdoi:10.1097/GOX.0000000000007573
  6. 2026
    Supercharged Pedicled Jejunal Interposition for Esophageal Reconstruction: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Adult and Pediatric Patients.
    Haas EJ, Thurimella K, Baghshomali Y, et al.
    J Reconstr Microsurg. Published online January 14, 2026.
    ManuscriptFirst authordoi:10.1055/a-2772-4697
  7. 2026
    Perioperative Vitamin D Insufficiency Impacts Postoperative Outcomes in Abdominally Based Breast Reconstruction.
    Aryanpour Z, Cronin JE, Shah A, Yang J, Haas EJ, et al.
    Plast Reconstr Surg. 2026;157(4):605-611.
    Manuscriptdoi:10.1097/PRS.0000000000012491
  8. 2025
    Improving the Patient Experience in Breast Reconstruction: ERAS and Beyond.
    Haas EJ, Hamzeh BF, Aryanpour Z, Yu JW, Mathes DW, Kaoutzanis C.
    J Clin Med. 2025;14(15):5595.
    ManuscriptFirst authordoi:10.3390/jcm14155595
  9. 2025
    Telehealth and plastic surgery: evaluation of the accessibility of virtual consultations through online resources.
    McCranie AS, Haas EJ, Aryanpour Z, et al.
    Mhealth. 2025;11:33.
    Manuscriptdoi:10.21037/mhealth-24-77
  10. 2025
    Incentive to Publish in Plastic Surgery: Does It Continue After the Match?
    Gomez DA, Blades CM, Haas EJ, et al.
    Ann Plast Surg. 2025;95(2):201-205.
    Manuscriptdoi:10.1097/SAP.0000000000004377
  11. 2025
    Complications associated with abdominal incisional wound vacuum assisted closure following deep inferior epigastric perforator flap harvest for breast reconstruction: A single institution retrospective study.
    Haas EJ, Garoosi K, Kalia N, et al.
    J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg. 2025;103:345-350.
    ManuscriptFirst authordoi:10.1016/j.bjps.2024.11.054
  12. 2025
    Capsular Contracture After Breast Augmentation: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
    Haas EJ, Christodoulou N, Secanho M, et al.
    Aesthet Surg J Open Forum. 2025;7:ojaf003.
    ManuscriptFirst authordoi:10.1093/asjof/ojaf003
  13. 2026
    Comparative Outcomes of Temporomandibular Joint Interposition Arthroplasty in Pediatric and Adult Populations: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.
    Haas EJ, Kiel L, Foster C, Mathes DW, Khechoyan D, Yu JW.
    71st Annual Meeting of the Plastic Surgery Research Council (PSRC 2026), Los Angeles, CA.
    AbstractFirst authordoi:10.5281/zenodo.20101675
  14. 2025
    Vitamin D Insufficiency Impacts Outcomes in Autologous Microvascular Breast Reconstruction.
    Cronin JE, Shah A, Aryanpour Z, Yang JH, Haas EJ, Cohen JB, Winocour J, Kaoutzanis C, Mathes DW, Egan KG.
    Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open. 2025;13(Suppl 1):67–68.
  15. 2025
    Incentive to Publish in Plastic Surgery: Does It Continue After the Match?
    Gomez DA, Blades CM, Haas EJ, Aryanpour Z, Mathes DW, Nguyen PD, Egan KG.
    Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open. 2025;13(Suppl 2):37–38.
  16. —
    Dangle Achievement Predicts Ambulatory Recovery After Lower Extremity Free Flap Reconstruction: A Single-Center Experience.
    Yang J, Haas EJ, Mardourian M, Mathes DW, Greyson MA.
    Under review.
    Under review
  17. —
    Utility of Abdominal-Based Autologous Free Tissue Transfer for Breast Augmentation and Reconstruction in Transgender Women.
    Aryanpour Z, Haas EJ, Le ELH, Winocour J, Mathes DW, Kaoutzanis C.
    Under review.
    Under review
  18. —
    Institutional Experience in Perineal Reconstruction: Thigh Based Versus Abdominal Based Reconstruction.
    Tin G, Lee A, Haas EJ, Egan K, Kaoutzanis C, Mathes D, Yu J.
    Under review.
    Under review
  19. —
    A Single-Institution Comparative Analysis of Outcomes.
    Dourron M, Wallace AN, Haas EJ, Aryanpour Z, Kalia N, Egan KG, Winocour J, Mathes DW, Kaoutzanis C.
    Under review.
    Under review
  20. —
    New-Onset Neurodegenerative Disease Following Head and Neck Cancer Surgery: Implications for Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons.
    Kiel LR, Le DM, Haas EJ, Le T, Clegg T, Mathes DW, Kaoutzanis C, Yu JW, Egan KG.
    Under review.
    Under review

Presentations

15 oral · 20 poster

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  1. 2026
    International Variation in Aesthetic Breast Surgery Practices: A Comparative Survey of Plastic Surgeons.
    Haas EJ, Dawson S, Hamzeh B, Kokosis G, Winocour J, Secanho M, Kaoutzanis C.
    3rd Mediterranean Conference of Plastic Surgery Innovations. Elounda, Crete, Greece. September 5–7, 2026.
    OralInternationalPresenting author
  2. 2026
    Artificial intelligence for triage: performance of an enhanced large language model in DIEP flap management.
    Le D, Haas EJ, Kumar A, Mardourian M, Mathes DW, Poh M, Daar D, Winocour J, Kokosis G, Egan KG, Kaoutzanis C.
    3rd Mediterranean Conference of Plastic Surgery Innovations. Elounda, Crete, Greece. September 5–7, 2026.
    OralInternational
  3. 2024
    Comparison Between Abdominal and Thigh Based Perineal Reconstruction.
    Haas EJ, Lee A, Tin G, Egan K, Winocour J, Kaoutzanis C, Mathes D, Yu J.
    2nd Mediterranean Conference of Plastic Surgery Innovations. Athens Riviera, Greece. August 31–September 2, 2024.
    OralInternationalPresenting author
  4. 2026
    Foundations for Successful Establishment of a Multidisciplinary Orthoplastic Surgery Team.
    Le ELH, Haas EJ, Mathes DW, Iorio ML, Greyson MA.
    Plastic Surgery The Meeting. Houston, TX. October 15–18, 2026.
    OralNational
  5. 2026
    Comparative Outcomes of Temporomandibular Joint Interposition Arthroplasty in Pediatric and Adult Populations: A Systematic Review and Meta Analysis.
    Haas EJ, Kiel L, Foster C, Mathes D, Khechoyan D, Yu J.
    Plastic Surgery Research Council 71st Annual Meeting, Short Podium Presentation. Los Angeles, CA. June 4–7, 2026.
    OralNationalPresenting author
  6. 2026
    Lymph Node Laterality and Levels of Dissection as Predictors of Lymphedema in Head and Neck Cancer Patients Undergoing Flap Reconstruction.
    Haas EJ, Lee A, McCranie A, Johnson A, Egan K, Winocour J, Kaoutzanis C, Mathes D, Yu J.
    American Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery Annual Meeting. Chula Vista, CA. January 16–20, 2026.
    OralNationalPresenting author
  7. 2025
    A Case Series in Gender-Affirming Free Flap Breast Reconstruction.
    Aryanpour Z, Haas E, Le E, Winocour J, Mathes DW, Kaoutzanis C.
    Plastic Surgery The Meeting. New Orleans, LA. October 2025.
    OralNational
  8. 2025
    Vitamin D Insufficiency Impacts Outcomes in Autologous Microvascular Breast Reconstruction.
    Cronin J, Shah A, Aryanpour Z, Yang J, Haas EJ, Cohen J, Winocour J, Kaoutzanis C, Mathes D, Egan K.
    Plastic Surgery Research Council Annual Meeting. St. Louis, MO. May 1–5, 2025.
    OralNational
  9. 2025
    Incentive to Publish in Plastic Surgery: Does It Continue After the Match?
    Gomez D, Blades C, Haas EJ, Aryanpour Z, Mathes D, Nguyen P, Egan K.
    American Association of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting. Austin, TX. May 24–27, 2025.
    OralNational
  10. 2025
    Incentive to Publish in Plastic Surgery: Does It Continue After the Match?
    Gomez D, Blades C, Haas EJ, Aryanpour Z, Mathes D, Nguyen P, Egan K.
    American Council of Educators in Plastic Surgery Winter Meeting. Las Vegas, NV. February 20–23, 2025.
    OralNational
  11. 2026
    On Feedback to Enhance Performance.
    Haas EJ, Bullion V.
    Mountain West Society of Plastic Surgeons Journal Club. Virtual. April 14, 2026.
    OralRegionalPresenting author
  12. 2025
    Analysis of Complications Associated With Abdominal Incisional Wound Vacuum Assisted Closure Following DIEP Flap Harvest for Breast Reconstruction: A Single Institution Retrospective Study.
    Haas EJ, Garoosi K, Tin G, Lee A, Kalia N, Orfahli L, Mathes D, Kaoutzanis C, Cohen J.
    Mountain West Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting. Olympic Valley, CA. March 6–9, 2025.
    OralRegionalPresenting author
  13. 2024
    Outcomes of the Use of Fresh Frozen Costal Cartilage in Rhinoplasty.
    Haas EJ, Allenby T.
    Mountain West Society of Plastic Surgeons Journal Club. Virtual. October 8, 2024.
    OralRegionalPresenting author
  14. 2024
    Risk Factors and Complications Associated With Perioperative Blood Transfusions in DIEP Free Flap Breast Reconstruction.
    Haas EJ, Lee A, Tin G, Kalia N, Aryanpour Z, Egan K, Yu J, Winocour J, Mathes D, Kaoutzanis C.
    University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus 40th Annual Research Forum. December 10, 2024.
    OralUniversityPresenting author
  15. 2024
    Capsular Contracture After Breast Augmentation: A Systematic Review and Meta Analysis.
    Haas EJ, Christodoulou N, Secanho M, Kokosis G, Malgor R, Winocour J, Yu J, Mathes D, Kaoutzanis C.
    University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus 40th Annual Research Forum. December 10, 2024.
    OralUniversityPresenting author
  16. 2024
    Capsular Contracture After Breast Augmentation: A Systematic Review and Meta Analysis.
    Haas EJ, Christodoulou N, Secanho M, Kokosis G, Malgor R, Winocour J, Yu J, Mathes D, Kaoutzanis C.
    2nd Mediterranean Conference of Plastic Surgery Innovations. Athens Riviera, Greece. August 31–September 2, 2024.
    PosterInternationalPresenting author
  17. 2024
    Salvage of Persistent Esophagocutaneous Fistula Resulting From Colonic Interposition Through a Jejunal Free Flap and Advanced Pectoral Flap.
    Lee A, Haas EJ, Schafer S, David E, Meguid R, Mathes D, Kaoutzanis C, McCarter M, Yu J.
    2nd Mediterranean Conference of Plastic Surgery Innovations. Athens Riviera, Greece. August 31–September 2, 2024.
    PosterInternational
  18. 2026
    Selective Denervation With Autologous Fat Transplantation for the Treatment of Thumb Carpometacarpal Joint Osteoarthritis.
    Nolte C, Haas EJ, Moseley R, Lee A, Keeter C, Catalano L, Greyson M, Belton M.
    American Association for Hand Surgery Annual Meeting. Chula Vista, CA. January 13–17, 2026.
    PosterNational
  19. 2025
    Analysis of Complications Associated With Abdominal Incisional Wound Vacuum Assisted Closure Following DIEP Flap Harvest for Breast Reconstruction: A Single Institution Retrospective Study.
    Haas EJ, Garoosi K, Kalia N, Tin G, Lee A, Orfahli L, Mathes D, Kaoutzanis C, Cohen J.
    Plastic Surgery Research Council 70th Annual Meeting. St. Louis, MO. May 1–5, 2025.
    PosterNationalPresenting author
  20. 2026
    Comparative Outcomes of Temporomandibular Joint Arthroplasty Requiring Interpositional Graft in Pediatric and Adult Populations: A Systematic Review and Meta Analysis.
    Haas EJ, Kiel L, Foster C, Mathes D, Khechoyan D, Yu J.
    Mountain West Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting. Vail, CO. March 5–8, 2026.
    PosterRegionalPresenting author
  21. 2026
    Foundations for Successful Establishment of a Multidisciplinary Orthoplastic Surgery Team.
    Le ELH, Haas EJ, Mathes DW, Iorio ML, Greyson MA.
    Mountain West Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting. Vail, CO. March 5–8, 2026.
    PosterRegional
  22. 2026
    Comparison of Aesthetic Breast Surgery Practices Between Brazilian and American Plastic Surgeons.
    Haas EJ, Dawson S, Hamzeh B, Kokosis G, Winocour J, Kaoutzanis C, Secanho M.
    Mountain West Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting, e-Poster. Vail, CO. March 5–8, 2026.
    PosterRegionalPresenting author
  23. 2025
    Capsular Contracture After Breast Augmentation: A Systematic Review and Meta Analysis.
    Haas EJ, Christodoulou N, Secanho M, Kokosis G, Malgor R, Winocour J, Yu J, Mathes D, Kaoutzanis C.
    Mountain West Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting. Olympic Valley, CA. March 6–9, 2025.
    PosterRegionalPresenting author
  24. 2025
    Risk Factors and Complications Associated With Perioperative Blood Transfusion in DIEP Free Flap Breast Reconstruction.
    Haas EJ, Tin G, Lee A, Kalia N, Aryanpour Z, Egan K, Yu J, Winocour J, Mathes D, Kaoutzanis C.
    Mountain West Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting. Olympic Valley, CA. March 6–9, 2025.
    PosterRegionalPresenting author
  25. 2025
    Pediatric Versus Adult Outcomes in Supercharged Jejunal Esophageal Reconstruction: A Systematic Review and Meta Analysis.
    Haas EJ, Baghshomali Y, Michelutti C, Egan K, Kaoutzanis C, Mathes D, Yu J.
    Mountain West Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting. Olympic Valley, CA. March 6–9, 2025.
    PosterRegionalPresenting author
  26. 2025
    Salvage of Persistent Esophagocutaneous Fistula Resulting From Colonic Interposition Through a Jejunal Free Flap and Advanced Pectoral Flap.
    Lee A, Haas EJ, Schaefer S, David E, Meguid R, Mathes D, Kaoutzanis C, McCarter M, Yu J.
    Mountain West Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting. Olympic Valley, CA. March 6–9, 2025.
    PosterRegional
  27. 2025
    Timing of Reconstruction Impacts Outcomes in Autologous Microvascular Breast Reconstruction.
    Dourron M, Haas EJ, Aryanpour Z, Egan K, Winocour J, Mathes D, Kaoutzanis C.
    Mountain West Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting. Olympic Valley, CA. March 6–9, 2025.
    PosterRegional
  28. 2025
    Telehealth and Plastic Surgery: Accessibility of Virtual Consultations Through Online Resources.
    McCranie A, Haas EJ, Aryanpour Z, Egan K, Winocour J, Mathes D, Kaoutzanis C.
    Mountain West Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting. Olympic Valley, CA. March 6–9, 2025.
    PosterRegional
  29. 2025
    Free Flap Reconstruction Has No Effect on Lymphedema in Head and Neck Cancer Patients.
    Johnson A, Lee A, McCranie A, Haas EJ, Egan K, Lopez J, Winocour J, Mathes D, Yu J.
    Mountain West Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting. Olympic Valley, CA. March 6–9, 2025.
    PosterRegional
  30. 2025
    Institutional Experience in Perineal Reconstruction: Thigh Based Versus Abdominal Based Reconstruction.
    Tin G, Lee A, Haas EJ, Egan K, Kaoutzanis C, Mathes D, Yu J.
    Mountain West Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting. Olympic Valley, CA. March 6–9, 2025.
    PosterRegional
  31. 2025
    Perioperative Vitamin D Insufficiency Impacts Postoperative Outcomes in Autologous Microvascular Breast Reconstruction.
    Cronin J, Shah A, Aryanpour Z, Haas EJ, Yang J, Winocour J, Mathes D, Kaoutzanis C, Egan K.
    Mountain West Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting. Olympic Valley, CA. March 6–9, 2025.
    PosterRegional
  32. 2026
    Thin Flap Elevation in Lower Extremity Reconstruction.
    Haas EJ, Yang J, Mardourian M, Mathes DW, Greyson MA.
    4th Annual University of Colorado Department of Surgery Research Retreat. Aurora, CO. October 5, 2026.
    PosterUniversityPresenting author
  33. 2024
    Analysis of Complications Associated With Abdominal Incisional Wound Vacuum Assisted Closure Following DIEP Flap Harvest for Breast Reconstruction: A Single Institution Retrospective Study.
    Haas EJ, Garoosi K, Kalia N, Tin G, Lee A, Orfahli L, Mathes D, Kaoutzanis C, Cohen J.
    40th Annual Research Forum, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. Aurora, CO. December 10, 2024.
    PosterUniversityPresenting author
  34. 2024
    Ultrasound Guided Carpal Tunnel Release: A Meta Analysis of Clinical Outcomes, Complications, and Procedural Protocols.
    Haas EJ, Nolte C, Hamzeh B, Nolte V, Keeter C, Belton M, Greyson M.
    7th Annual D’Ambrosia Orthopedic Symposium, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. Aurora, CO. October 22, 2024.
    PosterUniversityPresenting author
  35. 2024
    Selective Denervation with Autologous Fat Transplantation for the Treatment of Thumb Carpometacarpal Joint Osteoarthritis.
    Nolte C, Haas EJ, Lee A, Catalano L III, Greyson M, Belton M.
    7th Annual D’Ambrosia Orthopedic Symposium, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. Aurora, CO. October 22, 2024.
    PosterUniversity

Awards & honors

2026Cannon Student Scholarship, American Association of Plastic Surgeons (AAPS)

One of about 20 medical students selected worldwide to attend the 2026 AAPS Annual Meeting, Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort, Lihue, HI.

2026Medical Student Travel Grant, 3rd Mediterranean Conference of Plastic Surgery Innovations

Awarded to support travel for the oral presentation “International Variation in Aesthetic Breast Surgery Practices: A Comparative Survey of Plastic Surgeons.” Elounda, Crete, Greece. September 2026.

2025James Brown “The Hardest Working Man in Show Business” Award

Awarded to the student demonstrating unwavering commitment to patient care, resilience and professional goals. Kaiser Permanente / CU Anschutz Longitudinally Integrated Curriculum.

2025Best of the West Abstract Competition

First-author abstract on wound VAC complications following DIEP flap harvest for breast reconstruction. Olympic Valley, CA. March 2025.

2024U-COSMOS Clinical Quality Grant

Denervation and autologous fat transplantation for thumb carpometacarpal joint osteoarthritis: a randomized controlled trial.

2024DREAM Program, Department of Medicine Research and Equity in Academic Medicine

Competitive scholarship awarded to 10 rising second-year medical students for equity-focused research. Project: optimizing nipple-areolar complex position in chest masculinization surgery.

2024Best Clinical Surgery Poster Presentation

Risk factors and complications associated with perioperative blood transfusion in DIEP free flap breast reconstruction. University of Colorado 40th Annual Research Forum. December 2024.

2024Medical Student Research Program

Selected for a 6-week program pairing students with surgeon-scientists at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus to conduct independent research and prepare a first-author abstract.

2021Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society

Selected for high standards of scholarship, exemplary character, motivation and potential for professional growth in the arts and sciences.

2021Provost’s Undergraduate Research Fellowship

Funding for original scholarly investigation under faculty mentorship throughout the academic year, for students with ongoing independent research and a GPA above 3.5.

2021Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship

Funding for original scholarly investigation under faculty mentorship over the summer term, for students with ongoing independent research and a GPA above 3.5.

2019Dreamforce Scholarship

Recognizes a single undergraduate student who demonstrates community and academic excellence.

Ceramics

Wheel-thrown stoneware

Interests

Ceramic wheel throwingSoccerSkiingSnowboardingHikingCampingStand-up comedy writing