Grants for Reconstructive Surgery

Reconstructive surgery encompasses any plastic surgery for medical or cosmetic purposes. Availability of grants for this type of surgery depend on the purpose for the surgery. It is easier to receive assistance for medically necessary surgeries , such as breast
reconstruction after cancer or for cleft palette surgeries on children.

AFFPRS Grants

Contact the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. AFFPRS offers both grants for surgery and for research. Before applying gather as much information as you can to verify that your surgery is medically necessary. This will enhance your chances of having a grant awarded.

Surgery at Research Hospitals

While not specifically a grant, some research hospitals will operate on patients needing reconstructive surgery at no charge or at a reduced cost. Surgery related to an ongoing research project are easier to receive care for. Contact research hospitals to verify if they conduct any reconstructive surgery at no charge to patients.

Breast Reconstruction Surgery

Contact agencies such as the Susan G Komen for a Cure or the Donna Hicken Foundation if you have had breast cancer and need reconstructive breast surgery. Also contact Clemson University recently received a grant for breast surgery reconstruction. 

Grant Websites

Several websites compile grant data bases. Your chances of finding a reconstructive surgery grant rely on the specific search topics entered. Enter search terms such as medically necessary reconstructive surgery. Also search for grants related to the specific surgery needed. One such  category listed that offers grants is surgery for cleft palate reconstruction.