Matthew Wetherhold, MS, PA-C

I have been working in the field of reconstructive plastic surgery for the past six years. During this time I have been involved with the care of numerous patients and have seen firsthand the importance that reconstruction provides the cancer patient, both physically and mentally.

After surgery or treatment, reconstruction can be the silver lining for most cancer patients. Whether it's giving a Head & Neck patient the ability to swallow and speak clearly or a woman, after mastectomy, the appearance of normalcy with breast reconstruction.

Unfortunately, cancer not only affects the person but also their close family members as well. I see my role in a patient's care as a liaison between the patient and their surgeon. I enjoy taking the time to provide answers to their questions and help relieve fears that "normally" arise with the diagnosis of cancer. From the initial consult through the surgery and to the final visit, my goal is to treat the patient as I would want one of my own family members to be treated."

Working at Fox Chase Cancer Center has provided me the opportunity to work personally with surgeons, physicians, and other physician assistants who share this common goal.

Physician Assistant
Plastic Surgery

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Fox Chase Cancer Center
333 Cottman Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19111-2497

To make an appointment, call:
215-728-2570.

For general information, call:
1-888-FOX CHASE.
An oncology certified nurse will assist you.

Physician Assistant Education:

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Philadelphia, Pa., Masters of Health Science in Physician Assistant Studies, 2002

Certification/Licensure:

National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants;
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS);
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Clinical Interests/Research:

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery for patients with Head and Neck Cancer; Skin Cancer (both Melanoma and Non-Melanoma); Breast Cancer; Sarcoma

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