Dr. Stephen Baker

Georgetown University Plastic Surgeon

Georgetown University | Division of Plastic Surgery | PHC1st 3800 Reservoir Road, N.W.| Washington, DC 20007 | Phone: (202) 444-9302 | Fax: (202) 444-2130

6845 Elm Street Suite 603 | McLean, VA 22101 | Phone: (202) 444-9302

Awards and Accomplishments

TEXTBOOKS

Taub P, Baker SB. The Art of Rhinoplasty, McGraw-Hill, New York (in press)

Baker SB, Wolford L, Fonseca RJ, (eds).Vol. 6-Cleft, Craniofacial, and Cosmetic Surgery. Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery  W. B. Saunders Co., Philadelphia, PA. 2000.

CHAPTERS

Baker SB, Menon N. Cleft Orthognathic surgery. Comprehensive Cleft Care. Eds. Losee, Kirshner, McGraw-Hill Date Summer 2008

Baker SB. Plastic Surgery Secrets: Aesthetic Orthognathic Surgery, Elsevier (in press)

Baker SB. Plastic Surgery Secrets: Genioplasty, Elsevier (in press)

Grisius T, Bernhart B, Baker SB.  Dental Applications to Craniofacial Anomalies.  Pediatric Plastic Surgery. 2nd ed. Bentz M (ed). Quality Medical Publishing, 2008.

Baker SB, Menon N.  Cleft Orthognathic Surgery.  Pediatric Plastic Surgery. 2nd ed. Bentz M (ed). Quality Medical Publishing, 2008.

Baker SB. Orthognathic Surgery. In Grabb and Smith’s Plastic Surgery, 6th edition. Thorne C (ed). Lippincott-Raven.

Baker SB, DR, Dayan J.  Rigid Fixation of Facial Fractures.  Fonseca RJ, Walker RV (eds):  Oral and Maxillofacial Trauma 2nd ed., Vol. II.  Philadelphia, WB Saunders,.

Losee J, Baker SB, Bartlett SP.  Reconstruction:  Facial syndromes.  Mathes SJ, Hentz VR (eds.), Plastic Surgery, 2nd Ed.

Baker SB, Betts NJ.  Mandibular Angle Fractures.  AAOMS Knowledge Update Vol. II.  American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, Rosemont , IL, 1998

Baker SB, Dalrymple DR, Barber HD, Betts NJ.  Rigid Fixation of Facial Fractures.  Fonseca RJ, Walker RV (eds):  Oral and Maxillofacial Trauma, Vol. II.  Philadelphia, WB Saunders, 1997.

 

JOURNAL PUBLICATIONS

Baker S, Weinzweig J.  Bioentrepreneurialism for the plastic surgeon. Plast Reconstr Surg, July 2008, (in press)

Baker SB, Kuo L, Johnson M, Zukowska Z. Liporemodeling through manipulation of the NPY2 receptor. Plast Reconstr Surg Supplement p16 July 2007

Kuo L, Kitlinska J. Tilan J, Li L, Baker SB, Johnson M, Lee E, Burnett M, Fricke S, Kvetnansky R, Herzog H, Zukowska Z.  Neuropepetide Y acts directly in the periphery on fat tissue and mediates stress-induced obesity and metabolic syndrome. Nat Med vol 13 no 7 July 2007

Baker SB, Rhoades D, Shad A, Abu-Gash A. Parikh P.  central giant cell granuloma: Surgical management and the adjunctive use of interferon alfa-2a.  Plast reconstr Surg. In Press

Baker SB, Dayan J, Crane A, Kim S. The influence of brow shape on the perception of facial form and brow esthetics.  Plast Reconstr Surg. In Press

Baker SB, Reid R, Burkey B, Bartlett SP. Rapid maxillary distraction protocol utilizing the halo distraction system and rigid internal fixation. J Cleft Palate and Craniofac Surg. In Press

Davison SP, Venturi ML, Attinger CE, Baker SB, Spear SL.  Prevention of venous thromboembolism in the plastic surgery patient. Plast Reconstr Surg Sept. 1, 2004

Baker SB, Slemp AE, Whitaker LA.  Surgical Management of the Craniofacial Manifestations of Craniometaphyseal dysplasia.  Submitted Annals Plastic Surgery

Weinzweig J, Baker SB, Sutton LP, Bartlett SP, Whitaker LA.  Delayed cranial vault reconstruction for sagittal synostosis in older children.  Plast. Reconstr. Surg. June 2002.

Weinzweig J, Baker SB, Mackay G, Whitaker LA, Bartlett SP.  Immediate vs. Delayed Midface Distraction in a Primate Model Using a New Intraoral Internal Device. Plast. Reconstr. Surg. April, 2002 Vol 109 (5).

Baker SB, Weinzweig J, Kirschner RE, Bartlett SP.  Applications of a new carbonated calcium phosphate bone cement:  Early experience in pediatric and adult craniofacial reconstruction.   Plast. Reconstr. Surg. May 2002 Vol 109 (6).

Baker SB, Burkey B, LaRossa D.  Juvenile Gigantomastia:  Presentation of Four Cases and Review of the Literature. Ann Plast  Surg 2001;46:517-526

Weinzweig J, Baker SB, Sutton LP, Whitaker LA, Bartlett SP.  Delayed Cranial Vault Reconstruction for Sagittal Synostosis in Older Children.  Plastic  Surgical Forum, Vol. XXIII, 2000.

Kirschner RE, Low D, Baker SB, Huang K, Schultz P, Bartlett SP, Randall P, LaRossa D.  Surgical Airway Management in Pierre Robin Sequence:  Is There a Role for Tongue-Lip Adhesion?  Plastic Surgical Forum, Vol. XXIII, 2000.

Weinzweig J, Baker SB, Mackay G, Kirschner RE, Whitaker SP, Bartlett SP.  Immediate vs. delayed midface distraction in a primate model using a new intraoral internal device.  Plastic Surgical Forum, Vol. XXII, 1999.

Baker SB, Kirschner RE, Huang K, Bartlett SP, Randall P, LaRossa D.  Fistula formation with Furlow palatoplasty: Fistula incidence and influence of variables on fistula formation in a series of 429 consecutive palatoplasties.  Plastic Surgical Forum, Vol. XXII, 1999.
  
Kirschner RE, McDonald-McGinn D, Baker SB, Handler SD, Wetmore RF, Tom LW, Potsic WP, Randall P, Zackai E, LaRossa D.  Airway management in Pierre Robin sequence:  Etiology as a predictive factor.  Plastic Surgical Forum, Vol. XXII, 1999.

Baker SB, Weinzweig J, Bartlett SP, Whitaker LA.  Brain abscess as a    complication of orthognathic surgery: Diagnosis, management, and pathophysiology.  Plast. Reconstr. Surg. August, 1999.

Lucas JH, Foote J, Baker S, Bruno J.  Recurrent synovial chondromatosis treated with mensictomy and synovectomy.  Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Path, 84 (3), 253-8, 1997.

Shetty V, Caputo A, Baker S, Bertolami C. Evaluation of internal fixation techniques for mandibular angle fractures.  JAADR Vol. 69 1990 p297.

Torbiner ML, Yagiela JA, Baker SB, Mito RS, Allen GD.  Physiologic and amnestic responses to midazolam with and without nitrous oxide.  JAADR Vol. 67 1988 p129.

 

PRESENTATIONS

Baker SB.   Autogenous Fat Grafting.  PSEF Grant Award Paper, ASPS National Meeting, Baltimore MD 2007

Baker SB, Kuo L, Johnson M, Al-Attar, Zukowska Z.  Liporemodeling Through Manipulation of the NPY2 Receptor. Plastic Surgery Research Council, Palo Alto, June 21, 2007

Baker SB. Strategies in resident selection.  American Association Academic Chairmen of Plastic Surgeons Meeting, May 2007 Couer d’ Alene ID

Baker SB, Kuo L, Johnson M, Al-Attar, Zukowska Z.  Liporemodeling Through Manipulation of the NPY2 Receptor. Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons,  Boston MA December 3, 2006.

Iorio M, Baker S, Johnson M, Reilly M. Fluorescent stereoscopic photography for quantifying the histologic characteristics of adipocytes from different regional anatomic sources. International Fat Applied technology Society, October 2006 Baton Rouge

Reilly M, Gendel V, Iorio M, Baker S, Johnson M. Identification of preadipocytes in human adipose tissue: techniques and applications for staining adipocyte precursors. International Fat Applied technology Society, October 2006 Baton Rouge

Parikh P, Rhoades D, Barlow H, Crane A, Baker S. Use of Adjuvant INF Alpha for Treatment of Aggressive Giant Cell Granuloma. Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons. November 2005, Washington DC

Kuo L, Kitlinska J, Baker S, Johnson M, Zukowska Z. Stress Activates a Peripheral Neurogenic      Mechanism Inducing Abdominal Obesity and Metabolic Syndrome April 2005 Georgetown          Research Day

Dayan J, Kim S, Baker S. The Influence of Brow Position on the Perception of Facial Form and Brow Aesthetics. Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons. January 2005, Naples FL

Baker SB, Corcoran TP.  Principles of Facial Esthetic Orthognathic Surgery.  Aesthetic and Reconstructive Advances in Craniofacial Surgery: Principles that Result in Excellence in Form and Function. Lansdowne, VA 4/4-5/03

Baker SB, Bartlett SP, Whitaker LA.  Long-Term Results in Patients Having Undergone Strip Craniectomy for the Treatment of Unicoronal Synostosis.  International Society of Craniofacial Surgery. Visby, Sweden, June 2001.

Baker SB, Losee J, Bartlett SP.  The Role for Distraction Osteogenesis in the Treatment of Temporomandibular Ankylosis.   American Cleft Palate Association.  Minnesota, April 2001.

Baker SB, Slemp A, Whitaker LA.  Management Strategies for Craniofacial Manifestations of Craniometaphyseal Dysplasia.  American Cleft Palate Association.  Minnesota, April 2001.

Baker SB, Burkey B, Bartlett SP.  Delayed Onset of Frontal Sinus Mucoceles in Pediatric Trauma Patients Having Undergone Previous Cranialization.  American Cleft Palate Association.  Minnesota, April 2001.

Baker SB, Burkey BA, LaRossa D.  Juvenile Gigantomastia:  Presentation of Four Cases and Review of the Literature.  Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons.  Montreal, September, 2000.

Baker SB, Weinzweig J, Kirschner RE, Bartlett SP.  Applications of a New Carbonated Calcium Phosphate Bone Cement:  Early Experience in Pediatric and Adult Craniofacial Reconstruction. 
            American Cleft Lip and Palate Meeting, Atlanta. April, 2000
American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, Los Angeles, 2000
Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons.  Montreal, September, 2000.

Kirschner RE, Low D, Baker SB, Huang K, Schultz P, Bartlett SP, Randall P, LaRossa D.  Surgical Airway Management in Pierre Robin Sequence: Is There a Role for Tongue-Lip Adhesion? American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, Los Angeles, 2000. 

Weinzweig J, Baker SB, Kirschner R, Whitaker LA, Bartlett SP.  Immediate vs. Delayed
Midface Distraction in a Primate Model Using a New Intraoral Internal Device.
            American Cleft Lip and Palate Meeting, Atlanta. April, 2000.
            International Society of Craniofacial Surgery VIIIth International
                        Congress.  Taipei, Taiwan, 1999.
American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, New Orleans, 1999.

Weinzweig J, Baker SB, Sutton LP, Whitaker LA, Bartlett SP.  Delayed Cranial Vault Reconstruction for Sagittal Synostosis in Older Children.
            International Society of Craniofacial Surgery VIIIth International
                        Congress.  Taipei, Taiwan, 1999.
American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, Los Angeles, 2000
American Cleft Lip and Palate Meeting, Atlanta. April, 2000.

Weinzweig J, Baker SB, Spangenberger A, Harrison G, Whitaker LA, Bartlett SP. Histologic and Scanning Electron Microscopic Assessment of the Bony Regenerate Following Immediate vs. Delayed Midface Distraction Using a New Intraoraol Internal Distracter.  Proceedings of the 45th Plastic Surgery Council, Seattle, WA.  May, 2000 

Baker SB, Kirschner R, Huang K, Sarwer D, Low D, Bartlett SP, Randall P, LaRossa D.  Incidence and Etiology of Cleft Palate Fistulas:  Analysis of 429 Consecutive Palatoplasties.
            American Cleft Lip and Palate Meeting, Atlanta. April, 2000.
American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, New Orleans, October, 1999.
Robert H. Ivy Society for Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Pittsburg, PA, March 13, 1999.

Kirschner RE, McDonald-McGinn D, Baker SB, Handler SD, Wetmore RF, Tom LW, Potsic WP, Randall P, Zackai E, LaRossa D.  Airway Management in Pierre Robin Sequence:  Etiology as a Predictive Factor.  American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, 1999

Baker SB, Weinzweig J, Whitaker LA, Bartlett SP.  The Use of Hydroxyapatite Paste for Prosthetic Reconstruction of Pediatric Craniofacial Defects.  American Academy of Maxillofacial Prosthodontics.  November, 1999, Philadelphia, PA.  

Baker SB, Weinzweig J, Bartlett SP, Whitaker LA.  Report of a Brain Abscess Following Orthognathic Surgery.  American Cleft Palate and Craniofacial Meeting.  Scottsdale, AZ, 1999.

Baker SB, Bucky LP.  The Effects of Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Stimulation on the Recovery of Cosmetic Surgery Patients.  The Robert H. Ivy Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons. Hershey, PA, 1998.

Baker SB, Foote J.  Gustatory Recovery in Microsurgical Repair of the Lingual NerveAmerican Assoc. of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery National Meeting.  Toronto, Canada  September  1995.

Baker SB, Foote J.  Treatment of AVM with Carotid Ligation and Immediate Nerve Graft.  American Assoc. of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery National Meeting.  Toronto, Canada  September 1995.

Baker SB, Dalrymple DD, Foote J.  Deep Neck Exploration and Excision of Muscle for Treatment of Cervicofacial Necrotizing Fasciitis. American Assoc. of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery National Meeting, Poster Presentation.  Toronto, Canada  September 1995.

Baker SB. Management of Condylar Fractures.  Delaware Valley Society of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Meeting.  Philadelphia, PA  May 17,
            1995.

Barber HD, Seckinger R, Baker SB.  Evaluation of Osseointegration of Implants Placed in Radiated Bone.American Assoc. Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery National Meeting, Poster Presentation.  Denver, CO  September1994.
 
Barber HD, Seckinger R, Baker SB.  Evaluation of Implants in the Radiated, Vascularized Fibula Graft to the Mandible.  American Assoc. Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery National Meeting, Poster Presentation. Denver, CO  September 1994.

Baker SB, Pitrowski A, Foote J.  Cytology and Fine Needle Aspiration in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.  American Assoc. Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery National Meeting, Poster Presentation.  Denver, CO, September 1994.

Baker SB.  Tumors of the Adrenal Gland.  Department of Surgery Basic Science    Lecture.  Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania.  January 1994.

Barber HD, Baker SB, Seckinger R.  Dental Implant Clinical Research at the University of Pennsylvania:  Service, Education, and Research.  American Assoc. of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery National Meeting, Poster Presentation.  Orlando, FL  September 1993.

Baker SB.  Evaluation of Amnesia and Sedation Produced by IV Administration of Low Dose Midazolam.  ADA/FDI World Congress, Poster Presentation. Washington, D. C., October, 10 1988.

Baker SB.  Evaluation of Amnesia and Sedation Produced by IV Administration of Low Dose Midazolam.  California Dental Assoc. Annual Spring Session, Poster Presentation.  Anaheim, CA  April 17, 1988.

Shetty V,Caputo A, Baker SB, Bertolami CN.  Evaluation of Internal Fixation Techniques for Mandibular Angle Fractures.  International Assoc. Dental Research National Meeting.  Cincinnati, OH  1990 (oral abstract)

 

INVITED LECTURES


Perfecting autogenous fat grafting: Where are we now and where are we going? Inova Fairfax Plastic Surgery Meeting, March 4, 2008

New Concepts in Fat Metabolism:  Mesotherapy and Fat Survival. The Art of Perfection, 24th annual Scientific Meeting, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, Orlando FL January, 2007

Perfecting autogenous fat grafting: Where are we now and where are we going? The Art of Perfection, 24th annual Scientific Meeting, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, Orlando FL January, 2007

Controversies in the management of craniosynostosis. Interdisciplinary Problem-Solving in Neurosurgery and Craniomaxillofacial Surgery.  Phoenix AZ March 1-2, 2008

Management of the midface in craniofacial dysostosis-The traditional approach. Interdisciplinary Problem-Solving in Neurosurgery and Craniomaxillofacial Surgery.  Phoenix AZ March 1-2, 2008

Cranio-orbital fibrous dysplasia. Interdisciplinary Problem-Solving in Neurosurgery and Craniomaxillofacial Surgery.  Phoenix AZ March 1-2, 2008

Emerging Technologies in Plastic Surgery. Current Perspectives in Plastic Surgery: Point-Counterpoint by the Experts. June 4, 2006 Washington DC

Penn Symposium Plastic Surgery, Annual Whitaker Lectureship.  Visiting Faculty.  Liporemodeling through Manipulation of the NPY2 Receptor.  May 19-20, 2006  Philadelphia, PA

George Washington University Dept. of Graduate Biomedical Engineering.  Biomedical Applications in Reconstructive Surgery.  March 30, 2006

Aesthetic Principles of the Face as They Relate to Form and Function.  Aesthetic and Reconstructive
Advances in Craniofacial Surgery: Principles that Result in Excellence in Form and Function. Lansdowne,
VA 4/4-5/03

Idaho State Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, New Concepts and Techniques in Craniomaxillofacial Surgery.  Sun Valley, ID January 17-18, 2004

AO Basic Craniomaxillofacial Fixation Course: Surgical Exposure of the Facial Skeleton.  Philadelphia, PA Oct 11-12, 2003

Pediatric Grand Rounds INOVA Fairfax Childrens Hospital. Common Problems in Pediatric Plastic Surgery, July, 2003

Pediatric Grand Rounds Georgetown University Hospital. Vascular Anomalies in the Pediatric Patient. Nov. 2002

Pediatric Grand Rounds Arlington Hospital. Introduction to Pediatric Carniofacial Anomalies. Nov. 2001

Trauma Grand Rounds at INOVA Fairfax Hospital.  Management of Pediatric Facial Fractures.  Oct 2001

Pediatric Grand Rounds at INOVA Fairfax Hospital. Introduction to Pediatric Carniofacial Anomalies. Oct. 2001

Neonatology Grand Rounds at Georgetown University.  Managemnt of Micrognathia and Pierre Robin Sequence in the Infant.  Oct. 2001

Biomaterials in Craniofacial Surgery.  Synthes Maxillofacial Annual Winter Symposium.  Breckenridge, CO.  January, 2001.

Rigid Fixation in the Maxillofacial Skeleton.  2nd Congress Polish Society of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Cracow, Poland.  May 20-22, 1999.

Principles of Steroids in Surgery.  Management of the Medically Compromised
Patient,  Baker SB. Continuing Education Course-University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine.  February, 1995.

Principles of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy.  Management of the Medically Compromised Patient, Baker SB.  Continuing Education Course- University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine.  February,  1995.

AWARDS

President’s Award for Outstanding Paper, Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons, December 2006

First Place, Clinical Category. Central Giant Cell Granuloma. 75th Annual BioCommunications Association Meeting, July, 2005, Portland Oregon

Outstanding Faculty Teaching Award, Georgetown University Plastic Surgery, June 2003

Third Place Award for National Student Table Clinic Competition at 1988 ADA/FDI World Congress;Washington D.C.

Dentsply Student Clinician Award, June 10, 1988

Second Place Award for Student Table Clinic, Competition at California Dental Association
            Spring Session; Anaheim, California, 1988

INTERNATIONAL AND VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Operation Smile 2008
Komedyplast, Craniofacial Surgery, Lima Peru, August 2007
Komedyplast, Craniofacial Surgery, Lima Peru, August 2006
Komedyplast, Craniofacial Surgery, Lima Peru June 2005
Project Hope, Cracow, Poland, May, 1999.
Catholic Charities 2001-present

PROFESSIONAL APPOINTMENTS

American Society of Maxillofacial Surgeons Nominating Committee 2008

Plastic Surgery Educational Foundation Grants Committee 2007

American Society of Plastic Surgeons Safety Committee 2007

Fat Grafting Task Force, American Society of Plastic Surgeons 2007-2008,

American Society of Maxillofacial Surgeons Scientific Grants Committee 2007

Board of Trustees, American Society of Maxillofacial Surgery, Member at Large 2006-2007

American Society of Maxillofacial Surgeons Membership Committee 2007

Vice Chairman Safety Committee, American Society of Plastic Surgeons 2006-2007

Manuscript reviewer for Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery 2005-present

Manuscript reviewer for the Journal Cleft Palate and Craniofacial Surgery 2002-present

NIH/NIDCR Institutional Reviewer 2005-present

American Society of Maxillofacial Surgeons Scientific Grants Committee 2006

American Society of Maxillofacial Surgeons Membership Committee 2006

Volunteers in Plastic Surgery Committee 2006

Plastic Surgery Educational Foundation Scientific Grants Committee 2005-2006

American Society of Plastic Surgeons Caucus Committee 2005

ASPS Pathways to Leadership 2006

Vice Chairman Safety Committee 2005-2006

Editorial Advisor, Plastic Surgery Practice Advisor 2005 to current

ASMS Ethics Committee 2004

ASMS Web Site Committee 2004

ASPS/PSEF Young Plastic Surgeons Forum 2005

American Society of Plastic Surgeons Vice-Chairman Safety Committee 2004-2005

American Society of Plastic Surgeons Government Affairs Committee 2004

American Society of Plastic Surgeons Delegate to the District of Columbia

ASMS Delegate to the AMA 2005

ASPS/PSEF Craniofacial In-Service Committee 2005

Member Plastic Surgery Leadership Tomorrow Program 2004

ASPS/PSEF Young Plastic Surgeons Forum 2004

ASPS Caucus Committee 2004

ASPS Government Affairs Committee 2003

Member Plastic Surgery Leadership Tomorrow Program 2003

ACPA Advocacy Committee 2003

ASPS/PSEF Craniofacial In-Service Committee 2002

ASPS/PSEF Craniofacial In-Service Committee 2003

ACPA Government Affairs Committee 2002

Government Affairs Committee American Cleft Palate Craniofacial Society, 2001-2002

House Staff Representative on the Medical Board of the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania.  July 1995-June 1996.

Representative on the House Staff Committee, a subcommittee of the Internal Residency Review Committee, for the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania.  July 1995-June 1996.

University of Pennsylvania Representative to the American Association of   Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon's 1st Annual Resident Conference.  Denver,      CO  September 1994.

UCLA Representative at the 25th Annual ADA/Warner-Lambert Conference on Dental Research.  Buffalo, NY  April 1989.

UCLA Representative to the American Student Dental Association Western Tri-Regional Convention.  Dillon, CO  February 1989.