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Bassett's Division of Plastic, Reconstruction, & Hand Surgery
Our division is available to provide state-of-the-art surgery in all aspects of reconstructive, cosmetic, and hand surgery. Our group of 11 board-certified practitioners is available throughout the entire Bassett Healthcare Network for your convenience.
We offer the entire arena of plastic surgery, but we also specialize in complex reconstructions of chronic wounds such as pressure sores, non-healing wounds and traumatic wounds, hand surgery of acute and chronic conditions, all forms of cosmetic surgery, gender-affirming surgery, complex hernias, and all forms of peripheral nerve injuries and skin cancers.

Message from the Chief
"As Chief of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, it is my honor to lead a team of highly skilled and compassionate professionals dedicated to providing exceptional care.
We understand that seeking plastic or reconstructive surgery is a deeply personal decision. That’s why we approach each patient with empathy, respect, and a personalized treatment plan tailored to your goals.
Our mission is not only to enhance physical appearance, but also to restore function and improve quality of life. Thank you for considering us as your partner in this transformative journey."
W. T. Huntsman, MD
Chief of Plastic Surgery
Our Plastic Surgery Team
Whether you or a loved one is seeking care for reconstruction following cancer, trauma, or weight-loss, managing chronic wound care, or exploring options for an elective cosmetic procedure, our team is here for you.
Our Per Diem Practitioners
Dr. Sumeet Makhijani, MD (Per Diem)
Surgery Specialties: Plastic Surgery
Locations: Bassett Medical Center, Bassett Hartwick Seminary Specialty Services
Dr. John Russin, MD (Per Diem)
Surgery Specialties: Plastic Surgery, Hand Surgery
Locations: Bassett Medical Center, Cobleskill Regional Hospital, Bassett Hamilton-Madison Specialty Services & Women's Health
Our Plastic Surgery Services
- Surgery for congenital deformities
- Surgery following trauma, including jaw fractures, orbital fractures, and facial lacerations
- Removal of skin lesions, including skin cancers
- Peripheral Nerve Disorders, including carpal tunnel, tarsal tunnel, and more
- Chronic Wounds of all types, including pressure sores and non-healing wounds
- Complex ventral hernias
Bassett Healthcare Network's board-certified hand surgeons specialize in the care of problems of the hand, wrist, and forearm. Hand surgeons care for these problems with and without surgery, and are specially trained to operate when necessary.
Hand Conditions & Treatments
Common conditions treated by hand surgeons include, but are not limited to:
Bassett Healthcare Network offers a variety of procedures for the breasts, including reduction, augmentation, lift, and reconstruction. Our board-certified practitioners ensure that our patients receive professional care tailored to their needs.
Breast Procedures
Cosmetic plastic surgery includes surgical and nonsurgical procedures that enhance and reshape structures of the body to improve appearance and confidence. Visit our cosmetic services and cosmetic services guide pages to learn more.
Learn more about our surgical transgender health services.
Schedule a Consultation with our Plastic Surgery Team
If you're in need of reconstructive, hand, breast, cosmetic, or gender-affirming surgery, our team of board-certified practitioners are here for you. Call (607) 547-3080 to schedule a plastic surgery consultation today.
Bassett Healthcare Network offers consultations for plastic & reconstructive surgery throughout central New York, including in Cooperstown, Milford, Oneonta, Herkimer, Little Falls, Sidney, and Delhi, NY.