Yen Hsieh, MD
Assistant Professor
Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery
Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California
Saturday, April 18, 2026,
10am-11:30am PST
Workshop Description:
If you are curious about how surgeons restore function, identity, and confidence—and how an academic career in medicine is built—this workshop is for you. Designed for community college and university premed students, this session features Dr. Yen Hsieh, MD, Assistant Professor of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery at the Keck School of Medicine of USC, who practices facial plastic and reconstructive surgery across pediatric and adult care. Dr. Hsieh will explore the breadth of the field, from functional and cosmetic rhinoplasty to facial trauma, facial nerve paralysis, cleft and craniofacial reconstruction, scar revision, and skin cancer repair, while also explaining what “academic medicine” looks like day to day—teaching, research, mentorship, and complex patient care. You can come, ask your questions, and get answers in a candid, supportive setting. Most importantly, you will hear directly from the source, not second-hand myths or advice from people who have no clue about the admissions process or surgical training. Leave with clearer direction, practical next steps, and motivation to pursue your path with purpose, especially if you are exploring specialties.
About the Speaker:
Dr. Yen Hsieh is a double board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon and Assistant Professor of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. He specializes in comprehensive facial plastic and reconstructive surgery as well as otolaryngologic care for both pediatric and adult patients.
Dr. Hsieh’s academic practice at USC and CHLA provides advanced care for complex ENT and facial plastic conditions across the lifespan, with an emphasis on both functional restoration and aesthetic excellence. His clinical expertise includes facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, pediatric and adult craniofacial surgery, aesthetic facial procedures, functional and cosmetic rhinoplasty, septoplasty, treatment of facial nerve dysfunction and paralysis, scar revision, minimally invasive facial rejuvenation, skin cancer reconstruction, comprehensive ENT and head and neck surgery, facial and jaw trauma management, cleft lip and palate repair, and vascular anomalies management. His aesthetic services also include facelift, brow lift, eyelid lift, otoplasty, fillers, Botox, and skin rejuvenation treatments.
In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Hsieh is deeply committed to academic medicine. He is actively involved in teaching and research at the Keck School of Medicine and contributes to the education of medical students, residents, and fellows in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and pediatric otolaryngology. He has also served in important academic leadership roles, including Associate Residency Program Director and Facial Plastic Surgery Fellowship Director.
Dr. Hsieh earned his M.D. from the University of California, Davis, School of Medicine. He completed his residency in Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery at UC Davis Medical Center, followed by fellowship training in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Minnesota. He is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery and the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
An active researcher and educator, Dr. Hsieh has authored more than 50 peer-reviewed publications and book chapters in facial plastic surgery, craniofacial reconstruction, ENT, head and neck surgery, and innovative surgical techniques. He is recognized for his dedication to mentoring trainees and for presenting his work at local, national, and international conferences.
Dr. Hsieh is also passionate about global health. He has participated in cleft, craniofacial, and head and neck reconstructive surgical missions throughout Asia, Africa, and Central America, working to expand access to high-quality surgical care for children and adults with facial differences.
Register for Free:
What: Beyond the Surface: A Journey into Facial Plastic, Reconstructive Surgery, and Academic Medicine
When: Saturday, April 18, 2026, 10 AM (Pacific Standard Time)
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