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Laura E. Wong
( out of 91 reviews )

Laura E. Wong, MD, PhD

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

Primary Location

University of Utah Hospital

Plastic Surgery, Area E
50 N Medical Dr
Salt Lake City , UT 84132

Sugar House Health Center

1280 E. Stringham Avenue
Salt Lake City , UT 84106

Farmington Health Center

165 N. University Ave.
Farmington , UT 84025

Laura Wong, MD, PhD is a fellowship-trained, board certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon specializing in all aspects of upper extremity reconstruction and microsurgery. Dr. Wong has a special interest in the treatment of complex nerve injuries of the upper and lower extremities, including brachial plexus injuries and viral-induced paralysis, with a goal of improving function through treatments such as nerve decompression, nerve and tendon transfers to restore function and free functional muscle transfer.

Dr. Wong’s Clinical Specialties Include:

  • Hand and wrist injuries including fractures
  • Ligamentous injuries
  • Tendon injuries
  • Nerve injuries
  • Vascular injuries
  • Management of traumatic amputations
  • Treatment of arthritis
  • Reconstruction following traumatic injuries
  • Reconstruction following tumor extirpation
  • Reconstruction using tissue transfer

Dr. Wong received her medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine, where she also obtained a PhD in neuroscience studying axonal regeneration. Following medical school, Dr. Wong completed an Integrated Plastic Surgery Residency at University of California, San Francisco. At UCSF, she was recognized for excellence in medical student teaching on an institution-wide level through the Teaching Excellence Award for Cherished House Staff (TEACH). Dr. Wong completed the prestigious Orthopedic Hand and Microsurgery Fellowship at University of Washington where she gained additional expertise in the management of complex hand and upper extremity injuries.

Dr. Wong’s Research Interests Include:

  • Axonal regeneration

Outside of work, Dr. Wong enjoys spending time with her family. She enjoys rock climbing, hiking, and camping. She also enjoys her time at home as an avid gardener and home cook.

Comprehensive List of Conditions and Procedures

  • Amputation revision (upper and lower extremity)
  • Arthritis of the wrist, fingers and thumbs
  • Benign skin lesions of extremities
  • Bone nonunion repair
  • Bone reconstruction including vascularized bone transfer
  • Brachial plexus injury
  • Burns or burn scars of hand and extremities
  • Compression neuropathy (carpal tunnel, cubital tunnel, Guyon’s canal, radial tunnel, and pronator tunnel syndromes)
  • De Quervain’s tenosynovitis
  • Distal radius fractures
  • DRUJ arthritis
  • Exposed hardware of upper and lower extremities
  • Finger fractures
  • Free flap reconstruction of extremities
  • Free functional muscle transfer
  • Ganglion of wrist and hand
  • Hand and finger fractures
  • Hand infections
  • Hand trauma
  • Hand tumors/masses/ganglions
  • Limb salvage (upper and lower extremity)
  • Lipomas
  • Lower-extremity reconstruction (trauma/cancer)
  • Nail-bed injury or deformity (hand)
  • Nerve injury/reconstruction (upper and lower extremities)
  • Nerve transfers
  • Neuroma
  • Nonunion of hand and wrist bones
  • Peripheral nerve surgery
  • Raynaud’s phenomenon
  • Regenerative peripheral nerve interface (RPNI)
  • Rheumatoid arthritis
  • Scaphoid non-union repair
  • Scar revision of hand
  • Skin cancer of extremities (including melanoma)
  • Spasticity conditions of upper and lower extremity (cerebral palsy, traumatic brain injury, stroke, tetraplegia)
  • Syndactyly (fingers and toes)
  • Targeted muscle reinnervation (TMR)
  • Tendon transfer/Injury
  • Tetraplegic hand surgery
  • TFCC tear
  • Thoracic outlet syndrome
  • Thumb arthritis
  • Trigger finger
  • Vascular injuries of the hand and fingers
  • Vascularized bone flap reconstruction
  • Wounds of extremities
  • Wrist arthroscopy
  • Wrist fractures and dislocations
  • Wrist pain

Board Certification

American Board of Plastic Surgery

Patient Rating

Patients consistently describe Dr. Wong as compassionate, attentive, and unhurried, saying she listens and makes them feel seen. Reviewers highlight clear, patient explanations of diagnoses and treatment options, strong communication (including help with interpreters), and involvement in decision-making. Many also praise her surgical skill and professional, caring coordination of follow-up care and recovery.

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5.0 /5
( out of 91 reviews )

The patient rating score is an average of all responses on our patient experience survey. The rating averages scores for all questions about care from our providers. The scale on which responses are measured is 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.


May 06, 2026
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Wong is a friendly person, and you can tell that she cares about you and your specific issues. Highly recommend!

Apr 01, 2026
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

I would highly recommend her to anyone requiring her skills. Not only is she a highly skilled surgeon, she is a joy to work with and gives you hope for the future.

Mar 16, 2026
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Dr. Wong is tremendously skilled and knowledgeable! We are blessed to have her working on our medical case. Thanks Dr. Wong and Neuro Team!!

Feb 17, 2026
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Caring, competent, courteous, professional, great bedside personality

Feb 16, 2026
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Thank you for such good care, insight, concern and attention - all delivered in a professional manner, but with personality!

Feb 05, 2026
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

This person helps the patient, understands the situation presented, communicates excellently, their observations were always correct, and helps you with the language if your language is not English or you have difficulty communicating with the telephone interpreter. [TRANSLATED]

Jan 18, 2026
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Wong's reputation preceded her so our expectations came high. She met them. We have full confidence that [NAME REMOVED] gets the best care.

Jan 03, 2026
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

We were so impressed with Dr. Wong. This was our first experience meeting her. She took time to explain everything, including our options. We did not feel rushed, and felt completely included in the decision-making of the medical plan. 10/10

Dec 25, 2025
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Dr. Wong is beyond exceptional.

Dec 11, 2025
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Wong, although she has treated me professionally she's also felt like a friend and I have enjoyed the time that I have spent with her.

Nov 19, 2025
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

She is caring and gave me the time and input into my care. She has been a pleasure to work with and if I ever need her services again she will be the first I contact.

Nov 14, 2025
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

Very professional. A big difference from other doctors I have had is that Dr. Wong takes time to explain what she sees and probable future care, if needed. She explains the problem and probable care in a way that is easy to understand. I would highly recommend her to anyone needing wound and/or plastic surgery.

Nov 07, 2025
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

Her care is very professional and very caring. I am beyond words how fortunate I was put in her care.

Nov 06, 2025
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Wong had the resident doctor do most of the work (diagnosis, injection), which was totally fine with me. Dr. Wong and I discussed today's treatment as well as possible follow-up visits.

Nov 03, 2025
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Finally a Doctor who will take the time to fully describe, to our understanding, the current situation and probable future procedures.

Nov 02, 2025
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Dr Wong is a very nice person and understanding. I thank her for her support and expertise

Oct 27, 2025
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Dr. Wong was very helpful and respectful. She answered all of my questions. took the time I needed to be comfortable with the complex procedures that would take place.

Oct 26, 2025
CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCES CENTER

Very good done helping me understand everything.

Oct 14, 2025
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

Very informative, explained complicated issues in a way you could understand, friendly. Overall GREAT!

Sep 30, 2025
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Thank you for your help. And please make sure that the PT department gets thanks. They were great too. I thank Dr Wong for her help

Sep 07, 2025
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Dr. Wong was attentive and patient. I felt that all my needs were met.

Aug 27, 2025
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Laura Wong is an amazing doctor! I would recommend her to everyone!

Aug 11, 2025
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

She genuinely has a big heart and cares for the work she does. She has left a lasting impression with my wife and I and if I need to have a similar surgery in the future she will be the surgeon I will be going to.

Jul 08, 2025
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Dr. Wong is very compassionate and cares about my healing process. She takes care of all my questions, helps me with insurance issues and paperwork and cares about me living 250 miles away. She works with my schedule. I am very satisfied with her and my healthcare.

Jun 29, 2025
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Highly competent. Made me feel comfortable with my care plan.

Jun 28, 2025
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Dr. Wong listens and is caring and compassionate about my care. I am very appreciative of how she took care of me.

Jun 26, 2025
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

Courteous and competent

Jun 16, 2025
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Want to mention Tamara Osborne, MD, Fellow who performed much of the procedure (with my permission and Dr Wong's supervision). Incredible skills. Beautiful incision and stitches. She was wonderful too!

Jun 16, 2025
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Thank you for giving me hope that I can get better

Jun 07, 2025
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

Doctor Wong made an assessment that was spot on and quickly found right solution .

May 14, 2025
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

Complete confidence in Dr. Wong's care. Knowledgeable and an expert in her discipline.

May 12, 2025
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

She listened to my concerns and made me feel seen rather than a number. She earned a lot of respect and trust from me.

May 07, 2025
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

I am so impressed by how well my scar surgery and revision was done. I didnÕt even know results this positive were possible. IÕm so grateful.

May 05, 2025
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

One of the best!!

May 01, 2025
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

Dr Wong is an amazing doctor, she listens, cares and spends time with you!

Apr 24, 2025
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

If you want a great hand/plastic surgeon, look no further than. From diagnosing my tumor to explaining the surgery to having the surgery, getting results, and follow up care. The best!

Apr 14, 2025
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Expert care - listens to your concerns and come up with a comprehensive care plan.

Apr 14, 2025
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Dr. Wong was not only incredibly knowledgeable but also took the time to listen to all my concerns from consultations to post operative follow ups. I highly recommend Dr. Wong for your medical needs.

Mar 27, 2025
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

Excellent care

Feb 28, 2025
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

Very professional, and cared about me as a patient

Feb 23, 2025
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

Dr Wong mad sure I understood everything thing and explained what my options were.

Feb 17, 2025
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Dr Wong is great,she did a great job explaining things to me. it was very relaxing and reassuring speaking with her

Feb 10, 2025
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

Very to the point,very kind and good visits.

Feb 03, 2025
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Very polite and helpful in all aspects

Jan 14, 2025
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Dr. Wong is amazing. She listens to your concerns and explains everything in terms that you can understand.

Dec 17, 2024
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

Dr Wong is an amazing surgeon. She is very professional, very kind and takes time to explain everything in great detail!

Dec 10, 2024
SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Wong is amazing! She is a gifted surgeon and an empathetic person who is calm and kind. If someone I know is unfortunate enough to require hand/wrist surgery...I would highly recommend Dr. Wong!

Nov 24, 2024
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

I am so impressed with Dr Wong as she listens to my concerns and addresses them, I never feel rushed when I see Dr Wong! I would highly recommend Dr Wong!


Patient comments are gathered from our patient experience survey and displayed in their entirety. For the convenience of our visitors, some patient comments have been translated from their original language into English while preserving their original meaning as accurately as possible. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

Laura Wong, MD, PhD is a fellowship-trained, board certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon specializing in all aspects of upper extremity reconstruction and microsurgery. Dr. Wong has a special interest in the treatment of complex nerve injuries of the upper and lower extremities, including brachial plexus injuries and viral-induced paralysis, with a goal of improving function through treatments such as nerve decompression, nerve and tendon transfers to restore function and free functional muscle transfer.

Dr. Wong’s Clinical Specialties Include:

  • Hand and wrist injuries including fractures
  • Ligamentous injuries
  • Tendon injuries
  • Nerve injuries
  • Vascular injuries
  • Management of traumatic amputations
  • Treatment of arthritis
  • Reconstruction following traumatic injuries
  • Reconstruction following tumor extirpation
  • Reconstruction using tissue transfer

Dr. Wong received her medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine, where she also obtained a PhD in neuroscience studying axonal regeneration. Following medical school, Dr. Wong completed an Integrated Plastic Surgery Residency at University of California, San Francisco. At UCSF, she was recognized for excellence in medical student teaching on an institution-wide level through the Teaching Excellence Award for Cherished House Staff (TEACH). Dr. Wong completed the prestigious Orthopedic Hand and Microsurgery Fellowship at University of Washington where she gained additional expertise in the management of complex hand and upper extremity injuries.

Dr. Wong’s Research Interests Include:

  • Axonal regeneration

Outside of work, Dr. Wong enjoys spending time with her family. She enjoys rock climbing, hiking, and camping. She also enjoys her time at home as an avid gardener and home cook.

Comprehensive List of Conditions and Procedures

  • Amputation revision (upper and lower extremity)
  • Arthritis of the wrist, fingers and thumbs
  • Benign skin lesions of extremities
  • Bone nonunion repair
  • Bone reconstruction including vascularized bone transfer
  • Brachial plexus injury
  • Burns or burn scars of hand and extremities
  • Compression neuropathy (carpal tunnel, cubital tunnel, Guyon’s canal, radial tunnel, and pronator tunnel syndromes)
  • De Quervain’s tenosynovitis
  • Distal radius fractures
  • DRUJ arthritis
  • Exposed hardware of upper and lower extremities
  • Finger fractures
  • Free flap reconstruction of extremities
  • Free functional muscle transfer
  • Ganglion of wrist and hand
  • Hand and finger fractures
  • Hand infections
  • Hand trauma
  • Hand tumors/masses/ganglions
  • Limb salvage (upper and lower extremity)
  • Lipomas
  • Lower-extremity reconstruction (trauma/cancer)
  • Nail-bed injury or deformity (hand)
  • Nerve injury/reconstruction (upper and lower extremities)
  • Nerve transfers
  • Neuroma
  • Nonunion of hand and wrist bones
  • Peripheral nerve surgery
  • Raynaud’s phenomenon
  • Regenerative peripheral nerve interface (RPNI)
  • Rheumatoid arthritis
  • Scaphoid non-union repair
  • Scar revision of hand
  • Skin cancer of extremities (including melanoma)
  • Spasticity conditions of upper and lower extremity (cerebral palsy, traumatic brain injury, stroke, tetraplegia)
  • Syndactyly (fingers and toes)
  • Targeted muscle reinnervation (TMR)
  • Tendon transfer/Injury
  • Tetraplegic hand surgery
  • TFCC tear
  • Thoracic outlet syndrome
  • Thumb arthritis
  • Trigger finger
  • Vascular injuries of the hand and fingers
  • Vascularized bone flap reconstruction
  • Wounds of extremities
  • Wrist arthroscopy
  • Wrist fractures and dislocations
  • Wrist pain

Board Certification and Academic Information

Academic Departments Surgery -Assistant Professor (Clinical)
Academic Divisions Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Board Certification
American Board of Plastic Surgery

Education history

Undergraduate Biology - University of Hawai'i at M¿noa B.S.
Professional Medical Neuroscience - Tufts University School of Medicine M.D., Ph.D.
Residency Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine Resident
Fellowship Orthopedic Hand Surgery - University of Washington School of Medicine Fellow

Selected Publications

Journal Article

  1. Johnson CL, Schwartz H, Greenberg A, Hernandez S, Nnamani Silva ON, Wong LE, Martins DB, Broering JM, Kumar SB, Bongiovanni T, Wick EC, Roman SA (2021). Patient Perceptions on Barriers and Facilitators to Accessing Low-acuity Surgery During COVID-19 Pandemic. J Surg Res, 264, 30-36.
  2. Wong LE, Gibson ME, Arnold HM, Pepinsky B, Frank E (2015). Artemin promotes functional long-distance axonal regeneration to the brainstem after dorsal root crush. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A, 112(19), 6170-5.
  3. Sung C, Wong LE, Chang Sen LQ, Nguyen E, Lazaga N, Ganzer G, McNabb SL, Robinow (2009). The unfulfilled/DHR51 gene of Drosophila melanogaster modulates wing expansion and fertility. Developmental dynamics, 238(1), 171-82.

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