Michelle Palazzo, M.D., MS

Michelle Palazzo, M.D., MS

Areas of Interest

Breast Reconstruction and Aesthetic Surgery | Dupuytren's Contracture | Fat Grafting | General Hand Surgery

Overall Rating
4.6 out of 5
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Michelle Palazzo, M.D., MS

In 2015, Michelle Palazzo, M.D., MS, became the program director of the Kleinert Institute for Fellowship, the largest of its kind in the country for hand and microsurgery. Dr. Palazzo served as the 2021-2022 president of the Ohio Valley Society of Plastic Surgeons and the Kentucky Society of Plastic Surgeons. She is an active member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgeons and the American Society for Surgery of the Hand.

Education & Training

BS, Engineering Mechanics
| | 1992
MS, Theoretical and Applied Mechanics
| | 1996
M.D.
Southern Illinois University | Springfield | 1999
Internship
Saint Louis University | General Surgery | St. Louis | 2000
Residency
Saint Louis University | Combined Plastic Surgery | St. Louis | 2004
Fellowship
Georgetown University | Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery of the Breast | Washington, DC | 2005
University of Louisville | Hand and Microsurgery | Louisville | 2006

Languages

English

Areas of Interest

Breast Reconstruction and Aesthetic Surgery | Dupuytren's Contracture | Fat Grafting | General Hand Surgery

Certifications

Board Certified in Plastic Surgery with additional Qualification in Surgery of the Hand

Practice, Specialty or Service

School of Medicine

Program Director of Hand and Microsurgery | Chief of Hand Surgery

Associate Professor

Department of Surgery

Philosophy

"In my practice, I strive to provide the highest quality surgical care with empathy and compassion in the same manner that I would want for my family members."

Patient Comments

Feb 2, 2025

4.96 out of 5
Dr. Palazzo is knowledgeable and helpful. Love this office.

Jan 20, 2025

5 out of 5
I have strong confidence in Dr. Pallazzo's proficiency.

Jan 13, 2025

5 out of 5
Dr. Palazzo and her staff are wonderful. Highly recommend them to others!

Dec 29, 2024

5 out of 5
Dr. P is easy to talk to and does not seem hurried.

Dec 8, 2024

5 out of 5
I have great confidence in Dr. Pallazzo's ability.

Dec 3, 2024

5 out of 5
Dr. Pallazzo was attentive and gave great suggestions for my improvement! I was very impressed!

Nov 29, 2024

5 out of 5
The surgery that Dr. Palazzo did for me was as painless as possible and went well. The recovery process has been easy and straightforward and I appreciate her skill.

Nov 11, 2024

5 out of 5
Dr. Palazzo and all the staff working with her are always welcoming, kind, courteous, supportive and compassionate. Dealing with breast cancer isn't an easy situation but I always feel comfortable in their care, know that I am being heard and that my concerns are addressed.

Nov 11, 2024

4.56 out of 5
I have had a wonderful experience with Dr Palazzo and her entire staff. They have been extremely compassionate throughout my entire breast cancer/reconstruction journey.

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