Suhail K. Kanchwala, MD
Plastic Surgery
Accepting new patients
Sees patients age 18 and up
Penn Plastic Surgery Perelman
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About me

  • Director of Reconstructive Microsurgery, Penn Plastic Surgery
  • Section Chief, Penn Plastic Surgery, Pennsylvania Hospital

A reconstructive microsurgeon, Dr. Kanchwala specializes in breast reconstruction following mastectomy, using a patient’s own tissues. He has performed more than 3,000 microsurgical breast reconstruction procedures. He leads the breast reconstruction program across Penn Plastic Surgery.

Dr. Kanchwala’s research focuses on improving outcomes in breast reconstruction surgery. He has pioneered minimally invasive techniques that enhance both patient recovery and aesthetics. His goal is to eliminate the use of narcotic pain medication for patients undergoing breast reconstruction.

Education and training

  • Medical School: University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
  • Residency: University of Pennsylvania Health System

What my patients think about me

Average Rating

320 reviews

Comments are submitted by patients and reflect their views and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Penn Medicine.

Anonymous
March 2026
dr kanchwala is a very knowledgeable caring surgeon! i would recommend him 100%
Anonymous
March 2026
very short time spent after long wait
Anonymous
March 2026
he genuinely cares for his patients and it is clear that he does look out for what is best for them
Anonymous
March 2026
doctor is well known for excellent work, you did a great job with me, and i'm very satisfied

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My Locations

Penn Medicine hospital privileges

  • Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania: Has privileges to treat patients in the hospital.
  • Pennsylvania Hospital: Has privileges to treat patients in the hospital.
  • Penn Presbyterian Medical Center: Has privileges to treat patients in the hospital.
Dr. Kanchwala is a Penn Medicine physician.

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Treatments and Conditions