Wen Xu

Wen Xu, MD

  • Plastic Surgery - Hand
  • Plastic Surgery
  • Physician
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Insurances We Accept

About Me

I am a plastic surgeon specializing in treating a wide range of hand, wrist and upper extremity conditions at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. I also perform limb salvage procedures, including for both upper and lower extremity conditions.

With comprehensive training in both plastic and reconstructive surgery as well as hand surgery, I am uniquely equipped to address my patients’ complex needs. I commonly care for patients who require tendon repairs, fracture fixation and microsurgical reconstructive procedures to help them heal from traumatic injuries or cancer treatments.

I am committed to providing personalized care designed to help regain function, alleviate pain and help patients return to the activities that matter most to them. I strive to help patients achieve their best possible outcomes and restore their ability to live fully and confidently. Whether a patient is dealing with a common hand condition or a complex traumatic injury, I will guide them through their treatment options with expertise, empathy and compassion.

I chose to work in academic medicine because I love the inquisitive environment and the multidisciplinary approach to patient care. I also find tremendous satisfaction in educating the next generation of physicians and surgeons, in my role as a clinical assistant professor of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in The Ohio State University College of Medicine. I had fantastic mentors who helped shape me into the surgeon and person I am today. I hope to pay it forward in my work with medical students, residents and fellows.

Procedures and Conditions I Treat

  • Surgical Procedures, Operative
  • Surgery, Plastic
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Hand Injuries
  • Microsurgery
  • Fractures, Bone
  • Limb Salvage
  • Amputation, Traumatic
  • Wrist Injuries
  • Orthopedics
  • Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
  • Tendinopathy

Locations Where I Practice

Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.

Education and Training

Education History

Medical School

University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA
8/1/2012 - 5/15/2017

Residency

Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
6/20/2017 - 6/30/2023

Fellowship

Stanford Hospital and Clinics, Stanford, CA
8/1/2023 - 7/31/2024

Academic Information

My Department

Plastic Surgery

My Division

Plastic Surgery

Reviews

The overall patient satisfaction rating is an average of all patient responses to the six doctor communication related questions shown below from the Clinician and Group Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems survey. For additional information about the patient satisfaction survey, please visit our Patient Satisfaction Survey page.

The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their view and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Ohio State Wexner Medical Center.

61 Patient Satisfaction Reviews

  • Overall
    4.8 out of 5
  • Reviewed on Mar 23, 2025

    She was 100% amazing all the way through. She was very knowledgeable and showed genuine concern for my worries about a full recovery.

  • Reviewed on Mar 16, 2025

    All great

  • Reviewed on Mar 15, 2025

    She was very kind and answered all my questions and told me what it could be but wasn't for sure until she ordered a MRI.

  • Reviewed on Mar 02, 2025

    Dr. Xu is a fantastic surgeon. She took all my concerns and did a great job. Would recommend and will recommend her in the future.

  • Reviewed on Feb 22, 2025

    All good. She explained everything interesting I could understand. She was very thorough in her exam.

  • Reviewed on Feb 18, 2025

    No results were found and didn't feel like there could be any resolution to my health problem. Feel like the answer given was - no nothing wrong with "that" and doctor said "we could run another test but don't think there will be anything there:. My symptoms are an issue, wish the doctor wanted to "dig deeper" to find out what is going on.

  • Reviewed on Feb 02, 2025

    She helped me understand what was normal about my healing process and what needed attention.

  • Reviewed on Jan 13, 2025

    She did a great job explaining my issue and what treatment options available.

Consulting and Related Relationships

At The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, we support a faculty member’s research and consulting in collaboration with medical device, research and/or drug companies because a faculty member’s expertise can guide important advancements in the practice of medicine and improve patient care. In order to provide effective management of these relationships, the University requires annual disclosures from all faculty members with external interests related to their University responsibilities.

As of 09/30/2024, Dr. Xu has reported no relationships with companies or entities.

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