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Andrew Elkwood, MD, FACS

Physician

Dr. Andrew Elkwood is skilled in many of the latest plastic surgery techniques. In addition to his expertise in cosmetic surgery, Dr. Elkwood is an international expert in nerve reconstruction surgery for patients who have lost the use of a limb from nerve damage. He is highly skilled in microsurgery, limb replantation, and microsurgical reconstruction after cancer.

Dr. Elkwood is a graduate of the prestigious six-year combined B.S./M.D. program at Union College, Schenectady, New York, and the Albany Medical College of Union University, Albany, New York. He completed his general surgery residency at New York University and Bellevue Hospital and simultaneously received a graduate degree in finance and economics from Columbia University. Dr. Elkwood continued training at the Institute of Reconstructive Plastic Surgery at the New York University Medical Center/Bellevue Hospital/Manhattan Eye, Ear, and Throat Hospital, which ran the world's busiest cosmetic surgery service. Dr. Elkwood is double board certified in general surgery and plastic surgery by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery. He is a Fellow of both the American College of Surgeons (FACS) and a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons as well as the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons.

Dr. Elkwood is the founder and director of the Center for Treatment of Paralysis and Reconstructive Nerve Surgery at Jersey Shore Medical Center. Dr. Elkwood is an associate clinical professor of surgery at Drexel University College of Medicine, a clinical associate professor in the Department of Surgery at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, and an assistant professor in the Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Seton Hall-Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine. He is also a journal reviewer and frequent contributor to multiple scientific journals. He has appeared extensively in major media, including CNN, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, 20/20, The Learning Channel, Fox News, and The Discovery Channel. Dr. Elkwood is also a Top Doctor by New Jersey Monthly year after year, elected by his peers for inclusion in Best Doctors in America, and is listed as one of the best surgeons in America in The Consumer Guide to Top Doctors. Additionally, he was named a Castle Connolly Top Doctor for Cancer.

Education

  • Undergraduate:
    • Union College, Schenectady, New York
    • Columbia University
  • Medical School:
    • College of Union University, Albany
  • Residency:
    • New York University and Bellevue Hospital
  • Masters:
    • Union College, Schenectady, New York

Insurance Accepted

The Plastic Surgery Center participates in-network with a wide range of insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Horizon NJ Health, and Medicare. Each physician has their accepted insurance and hospital affiliations. For those out of network, our insurance specialists will work with you before your appointment to find the most coverage available for your treatment. We can often develop individual agreements with your insurance carrier for your personalized treatment plan.

Practice Locations

Andrew Elkwood, MD, FACS

Shrewsbury 535 Sycamore Ave Shrewsbury, NJ 07702
Testimonial

Real People Real Results

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Dr. Andrew Elkwood gave me my quality of life back. I have been suffering with pudendal nerve damage for over six years and tried countless doctors, treatments and medications. I thought it was hopeless until he performed nerve decompression surgery on me 18 months ago. He performed another minor surgery last month to address some of my ongoing issues. He always took his time at my appointments and never made me feel like I was asking too many questions or was being difficult which is my biggest fear with doctors...that they don't listen, don't understand or downplay my concerns. Not him. He really listened and talked with me. He was very caring and compassionate. I highly recommend him. Never give up on finding the right doctor!
Barbara C.
patient of Andrew Elkwood, MD, FACS
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I was so fortunate to find Dr Elkwood and Dr lakhiani. The circumstances that led to my injuries made it impossible to find a doctor that would help me. My brachial plexus was damaged throughout my entire arm. My chest and stomach walls after a mastectomy and Diep Flap were left mutilated. I was left in so much pain and my life was completely altered. When I came to see Dr Elkwood he knew exactly what to do he was able to pinpoint exactly where the pain was coming from. He promised that he would do all he could to help. I underwent several procedures to correct the brachial plexus. I also was able to get reconstructed from the deep flap procedure both on the breast and the stomach wall. I can't express my gratitude This has been a long road with Dr Elkwood and Dr lakhiani, but they stood with me the entire time. I am finally able to enjoy my life again. I have the ability to use my arm with so much less pain. I feel more confident and more beautiful. They really put back together my broken body. I am forever grateful !
Brea W.
patient of Andrew Elkwood, MD, FACS
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I recently saw dr. Elkwood for gynecomastia surgery, and dont even have words to descibe my level of satisfaction throughout the entire process. Him and his team show extreme care and diligence to go above and beyond to ensure their patients recieve exactly what they intended. The results are phenominal, the knowledge and expertise they delivered is unparalleled. They were also very informative while i was undergoing the procedure by updating my wife throughout every step, and followed up cosistantly after. I highly recommend dr. Elkwood and will always be thankful for the amazing art work he performed.
Jibreel M.
patient of Andrew Elkwood, MD, FACS
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I had a very bad keloid scar down the side of my neck and behind my ear. Over two different surgeries Dr. Elkwood formulated a plan to both remove the scars and treat the area so that I would not suffer a recurrence of this issue. I cannot begin to describe the massive impact Dr. Elkwood's treatment has had on my life, not only physically, but also psychologically. I am deeply grateful for the attention and care I received at his hands and that of his team. I highly and enthusiastically recommend him.
Juan M.
patient of Andrew Elkwood, MD, FACS
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Dr. Rose and his team were incredible. Everyone had such a good attitude and made my fear of medical treatment go out the window. I remember being tucked into blankets on the operating table and then I woke up and everything was over. I am in love w my results already. So thankful I chose this facility)
Lexi A.
patient of Andrew Elkwood, MD, FACS

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