About / Overview
Dr. Deshpande is a fellowship-trained craniofacial and pediatric plastic surgeon dedicated to helping children with congenital, developmental, and reconstructive needs. He earned his medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School and a Master of Public Policy from the Harvard Kennedy School of Government. He completed his integrated plastic and reconstructive surgery residency at the University of Minnesota and advanced fellowship training in craniofacial and pediatric plastic surgery at Children's National Hospital in Washington, D.C.
Dr. Deshpande has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications and received national recognition for his research in craniofacial reconstruction, tissue regeneration, and patient-centered innovation. His work combines surgical expertise with a commitment to improving outcomes, communication, and the patient experience. Dr. Deshpande's practice encompasses the full range of pediatric plastic surgery, including cleft care, craniosynostosis, general pediatric plastic surgery, and congenital hand surgery.
Known for his collaborative approach, Dr. Deshpande partners closely with patients, families, and multidisciplinary care teams to provide compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each child's unique needs.
Clinical Interests
- Craniofacial Surgery
- Cleft Lip and Palate Care
- Craniosynostosis
- Pediatric Plastic Surgery
- Congenital Hand Surgery
- Pediatric Reconstructive Surgery
- Facial Reconstruction
- Congenital Craniofacial Conditions
Certifications
- Basic Certificate in Quality & Safety, Institute for Healthcare Improvement Open School
- Certificate in Patient Safety, Institute for Healthcare Improvement Open School
- Certificate in Quality Improvement, Institute for Healthcare Improvement Open School
Academic Appointment
- Pediatric Plastic Surgeon (Faculty), Nemours Children's Health, Wilmington, Delaware
Education / Credentials
Medical School
University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, Michigan
Graduate Education
Harvard Kennedy School of Government, Master of Public Policy, Cambridge, Massachusetts
Residency – Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota
Fellowship – Craniofacial & Pediatric Plastic Surgery
Children's National Hospital, Washington, D.C
Professional Affiliations
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons
- American College of Surgeons
- American Medical Association
Publications
"Development and Usability Evaluation of an Opioid Management App," Studies in Health Technology and Informatics, 2024
Assessing Readability of FDA-Required Labeling for Breast Implants, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, 2024