Ashley Rogers
Ashley Rogers
Clinical Associate Professor Hs
Jacobs School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences
Specialty/Research Focus
Craniofacial Surgery; Plastic Surgery - Facial; Plastic Surgery for Head (Ear, Nose,Throat)
Professional Summary:
Dr. Ashley Rogers is a pediatric plastic and craniofacial surgeon whose scholarly work focuses on advancing surgical outcomes, surgical education, and career development within craniofacial surgery. Her research centers on cleft and craniofacial differences, congenital facial anomalies, pediatric facial trauma, and complex reconstructive challenges.
Her research has examined national trends in craniofacial fellowship training and early career practice patterns. She is particularly interested in thoughtful evaluation of surgical training expectations.
Dr. Rogers' scholarly efforts are closely tied to her clinical work. She is committed to multidisciplinary, evidence-informed care and regularly collaborates with colleagues in neurosurgery, otolaryngology, dermatology, and general surgery to optimize outcomes. She is actively engaged in resident and medical school education, with an emphasis on mentorship, surgical skill development, and academic growth.
Her work reflects a commitment to advancing high-quality, patient-centered care while contributing to broader conversations about education, workforce sustainability, and the future of craniofacial surgery.
Education and Training:
- MD, Medical College of Virginia (2018)
Journal Articles:
- Somorin TJ, Kueper J, Jeong T, Hernandez M, Rogers A, Goldstein JA. (2025) Risk-Adjusted Returns in Craniosynostosis Surgery: A Financial Investment Perspective. Plastic and reconstructive surgery (Oct).
- Zhang A, Mantilla-Rivas E, Rogers AE, Hyman TS, Rana MS, Oh AK, David LR, Janis JE, Rogers GF. (2025) Prevalence of Prohibited Questions During Plastic Surgery Integrated Residency Interviews: Regional Analysis and Contextual Insights. Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open (Aug), 13(8): e7018.
- Ortiz-Ocasio LS, Mantilla-Rivas E, Escandón JM, Episalla N, Rogers AE, Rana MS, Duarte-Bateman D, Thomas J, Rogers GF, Oh AK. (2025) Adverse Events Following Palatoplasty in Patients With Robin Sequence: The Impact of Prior Airway Treatment. The Cleft palate-craniofacial journal : official publication of the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association (Aug)10556656251364146.
- Tao W, Somorin TJ, Kueper J, Dixon A, Kass N, Khan N, Iyer K, Wagoner J, Rogers A, Whitaker R, Elhabian S, Goldstein JA. (2025) Quantifying Sagittal Craniosynostosis Severity: A Machine Learning Approach With CranioRate. The Cleft palate-craniofacial journal : official publication of the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association (Jun)10556656251347366.
- Rogers A, Tse R. (2025) Cleft Lip. Clinics in plastic surgery (Apr), 52(2): 137-155.
- Rogers AE, Junn A, Mantilla-Rivas E, Oh HS, Ganju N, Zhang A, Rana MS, Manrique M, Oh AK, Rogers GF. (2025) Vertical Breast Reduction Mammaplasty in the Adolescent Population. Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open (Mar), 13(3): e6614.
- Ganju N, Mantilla-Rivas E, Martinez PF, Manrique M, Escandón JM, Shah S, Rogers AE, Boyajian MJ, Oh AK, Rogers GF. (2024) A Retrospective Review of Patient-reported Outcomes after Postaxial Polydactyly Ligation and Surgical Excision. Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open (Jan), 12(1): e5557.
- Spoer DL, Huffman SS, Rogers AE, Berger LE, Foshag AC, Park RH, Marable JK, Lava CX, Cunningham MH, Evans KK. (2023) Examining the unmet needs of chronic wound patients with common mental disorders. Journal of plastic, reconstructive & aesthetic surgery : JPRAS (Jul), 82: 176-185.
- Rogers AE, Mantilla-Rivas E, Duarte-Bateman D, Manrique M, McGrath JL, Sohel Rana M, Oh AK, David LR, Janis JE, Rogers GF. (2023) Prevalence of Prohibited Questions during Plastic Surgery Residency Interviews. Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open (Jun), 11(6): e5018.
- Rogers AE, Sayyed AA, Marable J, Harshbarger R, Taub PJ, Taylor J, Baker SB. (2023) Career Prospects among Recently Graduated Craniofacial Fellows. Plastic and reconstructive surgery (May), 151(5): 890e-892e.
- Kim KG, Mishu M, Zolper EG, Bhardwaj P, Rogers A, Dekker PK, Fan KL, Evans KK. (2023) Nutritional markers for predicting lower extremity free tissue transfer outcomes in the chronic wound population. Microsurgery (Jan), 43(1): 51-56.
- Cach G, Rogers AE, Spoer DL, Sayyed AA, Deldar R, Attinger CE, Evans KK. (2023) Amputation Acceptance: A Survey of Factors Influencing the Decision to Undergo Lower Extremity Amputation. The Journal of foot and ankle surgery : official publication of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (Jan), 62(3): 548-552.
- Kirloskar KM, Dekker PK, Kiene J, Zhou S, Bekeny JC, Rogers A, Zolper EG, Fan KL, Evans KK, Benedict CD, Pasieka HB, Attinger CE. (2022) The Relationship Between Autoimmune Disease and Disease-Modifying Antirheumatic Drugs on Wound Healing. Advances in wound care (Dec), 11(12): 650-656.
- Charipova K, Rogers A, Barra C, Baker SB. (2022) A 10-Year Retrospective Review of the Nonsurgical Treatment of Infant Ear Anomalies. Plastic and reconstructive surgery (Nov), 150(5): 1049e-1056e.
- Charipova K, Rogers A, Barra C, Baker SB. (2022) Evolution of Anomaly-Specific Techniques in Infant Ear Molding: A 10-Year Retrospective Study. Plastic and reconstructive surgery (Aug), 150(2): 394-404.
- Rebowe R, Rogers A, Yang X, Kundu SC, Smith TL, Li Z. (2018) Nerve Repair with Nerve Conduits: Problems, Solutions, and Future Directions. Journal of hand and microsurgery (Aug), 10(2): 61-65.
- Favre, N, Bacon B, Eruchalu CJ, Cottone C, Hager MS, Rogers A, Carr MM. (1900) Setting the Stage: Preoperative Diagnostics for Infant Mandibular Distraction Candidates. Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (Jan)
- Liu C , Alkharts H, Vu S, Sleasman E, Lipkin I, Rogers A, Ranganath B, Chao J. (1900) The Impact of Peri-operative Blood Pressure on Hematoma Incidence after Gender Affirming Top Surgery: A Retrospective Analysis. Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery. (Jan)
- T Jeong Tao W, Kueper J, Dixon A, Kass N, Khan N, Iyer K, Morris A, Wagoner J, Whitaker R, Elhabian S, Rogers A, Goldstein J. (1900) Neurodevelopmental and Psychiatric Non-Syndromic Craniosynostosis: Insights for Plastic Surgery from a Retrospective Risk Analysis. Annals of Plastic Surgery (Jan)
- Somorin T, Tao W, Kueper J, Dixon A, Kass N, Khan N, Iyer K, Morris A, Wagoner J, Whitaker R, Elhabian S, Rogers A, Goldstein J. (1900) Assessing Regional Sagittal Craniosynostosis Severity Using the CranioRate™ Machine Learning Toolset. Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Global Open (Jan)(13): 121-122.
- Somorin T, Queler S, Duncan A, Kueper J, Rogers A, Goldstein J. (1900) Global Perspectives on Burnout in Plastic Surgery Residency: What Can We Learn from Our International Colleagues?. Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open. 2025 Jun 20;13(Suppl 4):8-9. doi: 10.1097/01.GOX.0001123608.58520.a8. PMCID: PMC12179853. (Jan)
- Rogers AE, Sayyed AA, Marable J, Harshbarger R, Taub PJ, Taylor J, Baker SB. (1900) Trends in Craniofacial Fellowship Career Outcomes: A Call for Expanding Professional Opportunities in Craniofacial Surgery. The Journal of craniofacial surgery (Jan), 34(1): 53-57.
Service Activities:
- Development of a multidisciplinary pediatric melanoma care pathway in collaboration with dermatopathology colleagues at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center.; Multidisciplinary Professional Collaboration (2026–present)
- Educational lecture for the University at Buffalo Plastic Surgery Interest Group, University at Buffalo School of Medicine (December 4, 2025); Professional Education / Workshop Presentations (2026)
- Participation in national meetings focused on cleft and craniofacial surgery, including involvement in the annual meeting of the American Cleft Palate Craniofacial Association.; Professional Meeting Participation (2026)
- Category: Student Engagement / University Education Role: Lecturer Activity: Educational lecture for the University at Buffalo Plastic Surgery Interest Group Date: December 4, 2025 Description: Delivered educational lecture for medical students interested in plastic surgery discussing pediatric plastic surgery, craniofacial reconstruction, and career pathways in the specialty.; UB Plastic Surgery Interest Group Teaching (2025–present)
- Category: Student Advising / Mentorship Description: Provide career mentorship and advising for University at Buffalo medical students interested in plastic surgery, including guidance on residency preparation and surgical exposure opportunities.; Mentorship (2025–present)
- Mentorship of medical students and residents interested in plastic and craniofacial surgery through clinical exposure, surgical skills workshops, and career advising.; Professional Mentorship (2025–present)
- Member, American Cleft Palate Craniofacial Association Member, American Society of Plastic Surgeons Member, American Society of Craniofacial Surgeons; Professional Organization Membership (2025–present)