Matt Iorio, MD

Dr. Matthew L. Iorio, MD, is a distinguished plastic and reconstructive surgeon with expertise in microsurgery, hand and upper extremity reconstruction, and limb preservation. Over his career, he has contributed extensively to both clinical practice and academic research, presenting numerous studies at prestigious conferences, including the American Society for Plastic Surgery (ASPS), the American Society for Hand Surgery (ASSH), and the Society for Vascular Medicine. His work has addressed complex clinical challenges, such as pressure ulcer recurrence, distal radius fracture outcomes in patients with comorbidities, and critical limb ischemia.

In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Iorio has secured multiple research grants, including the Raymond M. Curtis Research Grants, to study the vascular and structural properties of bone flaps and the morphologic characteristics of patients with Kienbock disease. His research portfolio spans vascularized bone grafting, peripheral nerve reconstruction, wound healing, and limb salvage, reflecting a commitment to advancing surgical techniques and improving patient outcomes.

Dr. Iorio is a prolific author, with over 130 peer-reviewed publications in leading journals, covering topics from free tissue transfer and nerve repair to targeted muscle reinnervation and outcomes in microsurgery. His research has influenced clinical guidelines, surgical best practices, and evidence-based approaches in reconstructive surgery. He has also contributed to systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and case reports that have shaped understanding in both adult and pediatric reconstructive procedures.

Beyond research and publication, Dr. Iorio is dedicated to surgical education and mentorship. He has guided medical students, residents, and fellows through clinical training, hands-on workshops, and laboratory experiences in microsurgical techniques. Through his mentorship and scholarship, Dr. Iorio continues to shape the next generation of surgeons while pioneering innovative strategies for complex reconstructive challenges worldwide.

• Georgetown University - MD
• University of Chicago - BS
• Plastic Surgery Resident at Georgetown University Hospital
• Fellow at University of Washington

• Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon

• Raymond M. Curtis Research Grant (2010)
• Multiple national and international presentation awards
• Recognized for peer-reviewed research in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

• American Society for Plastic Surgery (ASPS)
• American Society for Hand Surgery (ASSH)
• Society for Vascular Medicine

Dr. Iorio has authored over 130 peer-reviewed publications in plastic and reconstructive surgery journals, including:

• Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, J Hand Surg Am, Ann Plast Surg, Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open
• Topics include: microsurgery, limb salvage, peripheral nerve reconstruction, wound healing, flap coverage, distal radius fractures, and innovative reconstructive techniques.
• Selected presentations include:
• “Risk Factors Associated with Pressure Ulcer Recurrence after Reconstruction: Analysis of a National Database,” ASPS, Boston, MA
• “Analysis of Postoperative Distal Radius Fracture Outcomes in the Setting of Osteopenia and Osteoporosis,” ASSH, Boston, MA
• “Atraumatic Radial and Ulnar Artery Thrombotic Occlusion Resulting in Critical Limb Ischemia Triggered by Black Mold Infestation,” Vascular Scientific Sessions, Society for Vascular Medicine, Denver, CO