Catherine Calvert, MD

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Catherine Calvert, MD

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Dr. Catherine Calvert is highly trained in plastic and reconstructive surgery. Having recently completed her fellowship at Indiana University, Dr. Calvert brings a depth of surgical expertise, scientific research, and patient-centered care to New York Plastic Surgical Group.

A graduate of Amherst College and Drexel University College of Medicine, Dr. Calvert has trained extensively in both general and plastic surgery at prestigious institutions including the University of Maryland and the University of Pennsylvania. Her postdoctoral research fellowship focused on adipose-derived stem cells for their application in tissue regeneration and aesthetic treatments, contributing to numerous peer-reviewed publications in both reconstructive and cosmetic surgery.

Dr. Calvert’s clinical interests include aesthetic and reconstructive breast surgery, facial rejuvenation, Mohs reconstruction, migraine surgery, and body contouring. She is dedicated to delivering natural, refined results tailored to each patient’s individual goals.

A former collegiate athlete and lifelong volunteer, Dr. Calvert is known for her discipline, leadership, and compassionate bedside manner. Whether restoring form after illness or enhancing natural beauty, Dr. Calvert offers cutting-edge care with artistry, integrity, and precision.

Dr. Calvert’s personal interests include hiking, Pilates, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.

Education & Training

2022-2025 Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Fellow, Indiana University
2015-2022 General Surgery Resident, University of Maryland
2017-2019 Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Division of Plastic Surgery, University of Pennsylvania
2011-2015 M.D., Drexel University College of Medicine
2005-2009 B.A., Amherst College (Chemistry, cum laude)

Honors and Awards

2013 Commendation for Exemplary Professional Conduct, Drexel University College of Medicine
2012 Recipient, Drexel University College of Medicine, Summer Research Fellowship
2008 All American, Division III Lacrosse
2008-2009 Captain, Amherst College Field Hockey and Lacrosse
2005-2009 NESCAC and NFHCA All-Academic Teams

Memberships

American Society of Plastic Surgeons, candidate member
The Aesthetic Society, associate member
American Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery, candidate member
American College of Surgeons
Association of Women Surgeons

Leadership Experience and Volunteer Work

2025-present, Member, Junior League of Long Island
2020-2021, President, Association of Women Surgeons, University of Maryland Chapter
2010-2025, Member, Junior League of Boston, Greater Princeton, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Indianapolis
2012-2013, President, American Medical Women’s Association, Drexel University Chapter

Publications, Peer-reviewed

Marshall MD, Leung HO, Calvert CE. Molecular structure of the argon-(Z)-1-chloro-2- fluoroethylene complex from chirped-pulse and narrow-band Fourier transform microwave spectroscopy. J Mol Spectrosc. 2012;280:97-103.
Gray FL, Turner CG, Ahmed A, Calvert CE, Zurakowski D, Fauza DO. Prenatal Tracheal Reconstruction with a Hybrid AMSC-Engineered Construct Derived from Decellularized Airway. J Pediatr Surg. 2012;47:1072-1079.
Gutierrez IM, Kang KH, Calvert CE, Johnson VM, Kamin D, Jaksic T, Duggan C. Risk Factors for Small Bowel Bacterial Overgrowth and Diagnostic Yield of Duodenal Aspirates in Children with Intestinal Failure: A Retrospective Review. J Pediatr Surg. 2012;47:1150-1154.
Dennett KV, Tracy S, Fisher S, Charron G, Zurakowski D, Calvert CE, Chen C. Treatment of Perforated Appendicitis in Children: What is the Cost? J Pediatr Surg. 2012;47:1177-1184.
Dennett KV, Tracy S, Zurakowski D, Calvert CE, Chen C. Impact on Family of Treatment Strategies for Perforated Appendicitis in Children. J Pediatr Surg. 2012;47:1900-1906.
Calvert C, Strauss KJ, Mooney D. Variation in Computed Tomography Radiation Dose in Community Hospitals. J Pediatr Surg. 2012;47:1167-1169.
Calvert CE, Tracy S, Zhou J, Graham D, Lebowitz M, Dennett KV, Chen C. Treatment of Perforated Appendicitis in Children: Focus on Phlegmon. Am Surg. 2014; 80:314-316.
Merrick D, Sakers A, Irgebay Z, Okada C, Calvert C, Morley MP, Percec I, Seale P. Identification of a mesenchymal progenitor cell hierarchy in adipose tissue. Science. 2019; 364:6428.
Aicher BO, Woodall J, Tolaymat B, Calvert C, Monahan TS, Toursavadkohi S. Does perfusion matter? Preoperative prediction of incisional hernia. Hernia, 2019 Aug 2, doi: 10.1007/s10029-019- 02018-3.
Gersch R, Raum J, Calvert C, Percec I. Fibroblasts Derived from Human Adipose Stem Cells Produce More Effective Extracellular Matrix and Migrate Faster Compared to Primary Dermal Fibroblasts. Aesthet Surg J. 2020; 40(1):108-117.
Calvert C, Nathan S, Sakers A, Akinbiyi T, Percec I. National Survey of US Plastic Surgeon Experience with Female Genital Mutilation. Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open, 2020; 8(3):e2624.
Kozak GM, Hsu JY, Broach RB, Shakir S, Calvert C, Stranix JT, Messa C, Levin LS, Serletti JM, Kovach SJ, Fischer JP. Comparative Effectiveness Analysis of Complex Lower Extremity Reconstruction: Outcomes and Costs for Biologic Based, Local Tissue Rearrangement, and Free Flap Reconstruction. Plast Reconstr Surg, 2020; 145(3):608e-616e.
Akinbiyi T, Othman S, Familusi O, Calvert C, Card EB, Percec I. Better Results in Facial Rejuvenation with Fillers. Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open, 2020 Oct 15;8(10):e2763.
Brooks J. Knighton BJ, Ngaage LM, Calvert C, Niederhaus SV, Scalea JR, Rasko YM. Post- Abdominal Transplant Hernia: Can We Predict Size and Onset? Transplantation Proceedings, 2021 Mar;53(2):730-736.

Presentations by Invitation

Calvert C, Leung HO. Examination of the rotational spectrum of the argon-(Z)-1-chloro-2- fluoroethylene complex using chirped-pulse and narrow-band Fourier transform microwave spectroscopy, Amherst College Department of Chemistry, Amherst, MA, October 2008.
Calvert C, Marshall M, Leung HO. Examination of the rotational spectra of (Z)-1-chloro-2- fluoroethylene and the (Z)-1-chloro-2-fluoroethylene-hydrogen fluoride complex using Fourier transform microwave spectroscopy, Amherst College Department of Chemistry, Amherst, MA, May 2009.
Calvert CE, Strauss KJ, Mooney D. Variation in Computed Tomography Radiation Dose in Community Hospitals. American Academy of Pediatrics National Conference & Exhibition, Section on Surgery, Boston, MA, October 2011.
Percec I, Calvert C, Gersch R. Functional Characterization of Fibroblasts Differentiated from Adipose-Derived Stem Cells. Plastic Surgery Research Council, Birmingham, AL, May 2018.
Shan X, Roberts C, Calvert C, Lam Y, Percec I. Novel Alterations in Chromatin Structure during Aging Reveal Cell-Specific Differential Expression of SUMO Proteins. Plastic Surgery Research Council, Birmingham, AL, May 2018.
Calvert C, Raum JR, Dierov R, Percec I. Role of Ageing and SIRT1 in Human Adipose Stem Cells. Getz Symposium, Baltimore, MD, January 2019.
Calvert C, Nathan S, Akinbiyi T, Percec I. National Survey on Surgeon Experience with Female Genital Mutilation. Buxton Symposium, Baltimore, MD, June 2019.
Calvert C, Akinbiyi T, Nathan S, Percec I. Buccal Mucosa Grafts for Reconstruction in Patients with Female Genital Mutilation. Plastic Surgery The Meeting, San Diego, CA, September 2019.
Calvert C. Advances in Breast Reconstruction. Department of Surgery Grand Rounds, University of Maryland Medical System. Baltimore, MD, March 2022.

Abstracts, Manuscript Not Published Elsewhere

Raum JC, Calvert C, Dierov R, Percec I. Decreased SIRT1 Activity Negatively Affects Mitochondrial Function and Biogenesis Leading to Blunted Adipogenesis in Aging Cell. American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Aesthetic Meeting, New York, NY, April 2018.
Rhemtulla IA, Katzel EB, Enriquez FA, Calvert C, Serletti JM. An Additional Option for Reconstruction: Assessment of 575 Consecutive Anatomic, Shaped Implants Following Mastectomy. American College of Surgeons Clinical Congress, Boston, MA, October 2018.

Posters

Calvert C, Medved M, Polyak B. Characterization of Endothelial Cells for Magnetic Targeting to Stents. Poster Presentation, Discovery Day, Drexel University College of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA, October 2012.
Calvert C, Raum JC, Dierov R, Percec I. Development of a human adipose-derived stem cell SIRT1 knockout model. Poster Presentation, Getz Symposium, Baltimore, MD, January 2018.
Kozak G, Stranix J, Shakir S, Calvert C, Broach R, Hsu J, Fischer J, Kovach S, Serletti J. Comparative Effectiveness Analysis of Complex Lower Extremity Reconstruction: Outcomes and Costs for Biologic-based, Local Tissue Rearrangement, and Free Flap Reconstruction. Metro Philadelphia Chapter of the American College of Surgeons Annual Meeting, Philadelphia PA, May 2019.

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