Assistant Professor of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
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Saint Louis University
St. Louis, Missouri, USA
Phone: 314-577-8884
Email: swalen@slu.edu
Education
Degree | Institution and Location | Year |
Doctor of Medicine | University of Saskatchewan College of Medicine, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada | 2002–2006 |
Bachelor of Science | Faculty of Science, Division of Biochemistry, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada | 1998–2002 |
Biography
Dr. Walen hails from Saskatchewan, Canada, where he earned his medical degree, completed his residency, and became board certified in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.
He came to the United States for a fellowship with the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS) at Washington University School of Medicine. His training included cosmetic and reconstructive procedures of the face, head and neck.
He performs a variety of reconstructive procedures, including basic and complicated lesion removals, rhinoplasty (nose jobs), skin cancer removals/reconstructions and facial trauma. In his cosmetic practice, he offers Botox, fillers, cosmetic rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) and procedures to rejuvenate the aging face.
He is an assistant professor in the Department of Otolaryngology at Saint Louis University, with research interests in use of cosmetic filler for nasal valve collapse and the use of ultrasound in follow-up care for rhinoplasty patients.
Research Interest
Scientific Activities
Current Position, Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, Saint Louis University | Assistant Professor Director, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery |
2013–present |
Assistant Program Director, Residency Program | 2014–present | |
Other Professional Experience | Consultant, Osteomed LLC, Dallas, TX | 2015–present |
Previous Professional Experience | Clinical Instructor, Washington University, St. Louis, MO | 2011–2012 |
Hospital and Clinical Staff Appointments | SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital, St. Louis, MO | 2013–present |
Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital, St. Louis, MO | 2014–present | |
Mercy Medical Center Saint Louis, St. Louis, MO | 2015–present |
Honorary Societies, Honors and Awards
Member of the “Faculty of 1000” Authored research paper considered top 2% of published biology/medical papers | 2011 |
GSK Resident Teaching Award, University of Calgary | 2011 |
Surgeon’s Day Research Award- First Place, University of Calgary | 2010 |
American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery | 2010 |
Fellowship Match, Washington University, St. Louis Alberta Society of Otolaryngology Research Award- First Place, Alberta, Canada | 2010 |
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Residency, Chief Resident, University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada | 2009 |
Doctor of Medicine with Distinction, University of Saskatchewan College of Medicine | 2006 |
Convocation Finalist-Gold Medalist in Biochemistry, University of Saskatchewan | 2005 |
Bachelor of Science with Great Distinction, University of Saskatchewan | 2005 |
Dean’s Honor List, University of Saskatchewan | 1998–2000 |
Publications
- Karimnejad K, Akhter AS, Walen SG, Mikulec AA. The temporoparietal fascia flap for coverage of cochlear reimplantation following extrusion. Int J PediatrOtorhinolaryngol. 2017 Mar;94:64-67.
- Maher E, Walen SG, Maher I. The use of folded melolabial interpolation flaps to repair full thickness distal nasal defects: A review of technique and results. J of SurgDermatol. V1, i3.47, 1-5.
- Karimnejad K, Walen SG. Complications in Eyelid Surgery. Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America.2016 May;24(2): 193-203.
- Maher IA, Hurley MY, Bernstein M, Hsueh E, Walker R, Walen S, et al. Interdisciplinary Surgical Management of Skin Cancer: the Saint Louis University Experience. Current DermatologyReports. 2015;4(3), 147-154.
- Costa D, Walen SG, Walker R, Varvares M. Scalp Rotation Flap for Reconstruction of Complex Soft Tissue Defects. J NeurolSurg B. 2015.
- Desai SC, Walen S, Holds JB, Branham G. Divided nevus of the eyelid: review of embryology, pathology and treatment. American Journal of Otolaryngology. 34(3): 223-229.
- Walen SG, Rudmik LR, Dixon E, Matthews TW, Nakoneshny SC, Dort JC. The utility of the harmonic scalpel in selective neck dissection: a prospective, randomized trial. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2011 Jun;144(6):894-9.
- Walen SG, Rudmik LR, Lipkewitch S, Dixon E, Mechor B. Training, practice, and referral patterns in rhinologic surgery: survey of otolaryngologists.J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2010 Jun; 39(3):297-303.
- Yunker WK, Walen SG, Lange EJ. Vestibular pathology presenting as behavioral problems in a child with Down syndrome: a case report. J Dev BehabPediatr. 2009 Feb;30(1):66-8.
- Rudmik LR, Walen SG, Dixon E, et al. Evaluation of meta-analyses in the otolaryngological literature. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg.2008; 139: 187-94.
Textbook Chapters
- Gado SK, Karimnejad K, Maher IA, Gruber PJ, Walen S.Interpolated Flaps.Facial Plast Surg. Ed. Gregory H Branham, MD. New York: Thieme Medical Publishers. 2017 eJournal.
- Gruber PJ, Walen S, Massa ST, Maher IA. Using Grafts and Granulation to Improve Nasal Repair.Facial Plast Surg. Ed. Gregory H Branham, MD. New York: Thieme Medical Publishers. 2017 eJournal.
- Walen SG, Massa S. Chapter 2- Soft Tissue and Wound Healing. Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery: Clinical Reference Guide. San Diego, CA: Pleural Publishing. 2016, Print.
- Walen SG, Gropler M. Chapter 1- Soft Tissue Handling. Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery: Clinical Reference Guide. San Diego, CA: Plural Publishing. 2016. Print.
- Walen SG, Antisdel JA. “Otolaryngology: Ear, Nose, and Throat.” 2013.Internal Medicine In-Review Cram Pack. Ed. Miguel Paniagua. New York: Educational Testing & Assessment Systems. Print.
Active/Submitted Research Projects
- Sanford T, Aurora R, Hentzelman J, Walen S. Characterization of Pathogens and Host Response in Chronic Sinusitis - A Follow-up. IRB #23013
- Karimnejad K, Kennedy P, Walen SG. Hyaluronic Acid Injection for External Nasal Valve Incompetency: A Pilot Study. IRB#25040
- Walen S, Karimnejad K, Beckman M. Academic Facial Plastic Surgery: Insights into a Growing Field within Otolaryngology. IRB #25436
- Brinkmeier J, Walen SG. Multicenter Simulation Study “SimTube”. IRB#26183
- Walen SG, Wehrmann D. Examining the Complication Rates of Mandible Fractures and Determining Risk Factors for Postoperative Complications Including Infection and Hospital Re-Admission. IRB#26845
- Gropler M, Walen SG. Effect of personality type on subjective outcomes of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. IRB # pending
Abstracts/Conference Presentations
- Wehrmann D, Antisdel J, Walen S, Brunworth J. Penetrating Ocular Trauma from a Bean Bag Gun: A Case Report and Review of less-lethal Force and Their Consequences. Poster presentation at the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS) Annual Meeting, Nashville, TN; 2016.
- Wehrmann D, Chokshi R, McCormick K, Walen S. Retrospective Review: Risk factors associated with complications of mandible fractures, Does preoperative antibiotics decrease complications? Poster presentation at the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS) Annual Meeting, Nashville, TN; 2016.
- Wehrmann D, Walen S. Case Report: Microvascular Reconstruction for a Rare Cause of Vasculitis Induced Facial Necrosis. Poster presentation at the Combined Otolaryngology Spring Meetings (COSM), Chicago, IL; 2016.
- Walen SG, Rudmik L, Dixon E, Matthews TW, Dort JC. Selective neck lymphadenectomy; A Prospective, Randomized study comparing harmonic scalpel with traditional technique. Podium presentation at American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Annual Meeting, Boston, MA; 2010.
- Walen SG, Rudmik LR, Klein M, Oddone-Paolucci E, Zakhary K. Facial Plastic Surgery Experience in Otolaryngology Residency: A North American Chief Resident Survey. Podium presentation at American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery 2009 Annual Fall Meeting, San Diego, CA; 2009.
- Walen SG, Rudmik LR, Klein M, Oddone-Paolucci E, Zakhary K. Facial Plastic Surgery Experience in Otolaryngology Residency: A North American Chief Resident Survey. Podium presentation at
- Canadian Society of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Annual Meeting, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada; 2009.
- Walen SG, Rudmik LR, Klein M, Oddone-Paolucci E, Zakhary K. Facial Plastic Surgery Experience in Otolaryngology Residency: A North American Chief Resident Survey. Podium presentation at Alberta Society of Otolaryngology Annual Meeting, Lake Louise, Alberta, Canada; 2009.
- Walen SG, Rudmik LR, Dixon E, Mechor B. Current Practice and Referral Patterns of Rhinologic Procedure. Poster at American Rhinologic Society Annual Meeting, Chicago, IL; 2008.
- Walen SG, Rudmik LR, Dixon E, Mechor B. Current Practice and Referral Patterns of Rhinologic Procedures. Podium presentation at University of Calgary Surgeon’s Day Research Symposium, Calgary, Alberta, Canada; 2008.
- Walen SG, Cho JJW, Schubert C, Gibbard B, Lange EJ. Hearing Abnormalities in Fetal Alcohol Syndrome: a Review of 10 Cases. Podium presentation at Canadian Society of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Annual Meeting, Jasper, Alberta, Canada; 2008.
- Walen SG, Rudmik LR, Dixon E, Mechor B. Current Practice and Referral Patterns of Rhinologic Procedures. Podium presentation at Alberta Society of Otolaryngology Annual Meeting, Lake Louise, Alberta, Canada; 2008.
- Walen SG, Arlette J, Dort J. Nonmelanocytic Carcinoma of the Auricle: A Retrospective Review. Podium presentation at University of Calgary Surgeon’s Day Research Symposium, Calgary, Alberta, Canada; 2007.
- Walen SG, Arlette J, Dort J. Nonmelanocytic Carcinoma of the Auricle: A Retrospective Review. Poster at Canadian Society of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Annual Meeting, Montreal, QC, Canada; 2007.