Education:

  • Certificate in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Candidate 2026, Oregon Health & Science University, 2020 – Present

  • General Surgery Certification, Oregon Health & Science University, 2020 - 2024

  • Doctor of Medicine, Oregon Health & Science University, 2020 - 2022

  • Doctor of Dental Surgery, University of Washington School of Dentistry, 2016 – 2020

  • Bachelor of Science (Biochemistry), University of Washington, 2012 – 2016

Positions

  • Chief Resident in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Oregon Health & Science University, 2025-2026

  • Resident Ambassador, DT Journal, 2025 - Present

Publications

  • Hwang MJ, Jacob G. Treatment Approach of Isolated Jaw Deformities. Textbook Chapter - Dentofacial Deformities. (2025, Submitted)

    Hwang MJ, Dennis P. Genioplasty and Genioglossus Advancements. Textbook Chapter - Multidisciplinary Management of Dentofacial Deformities- Atypical Osteotomies and Complex Orofacial Reconstruction. (2025, Submitted)

    Hwang MJ, Aziz S. Cleft Orthognathic Surgery. Lip, Palate, and Facial Clefts in Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics. (2025, Under Review)

    Hwang MJ, Huang T, Engelstad M, Tollefson T. Alveolar Cleft Reconstruction and Orthodontic Management of Cleft Lip/Palate Patients. Lip, Palate, and Facial Clefts in Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics. (2025, Under Review)

    Hwang MJ, Chandra S. Novel Approach to Tracking Neuroma Formation Following Lingual Nerve Repair: Technical Note. (2025, Submitted)

    Hwang MJ, Chandra S. A Decadal Review of Reconstruction of Maxillofacial Gunshot Injuries and the Trajectory Forward. Current Surgery Reports. (2025)

    Chandra S. Hwang MJ, Dodson T, Siew M, Bell B, Fernandes R. Perioperative Management of Head and Neck Cancer Patients Among U.S. Maxillofacial Units. (2024, Under Review)

    Hwang MJ, Chandra S, Berli J, Wolfswinkel E, Loyo M. Survey study of multispecialty surgical practices for chin augmentation. American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery. (2024, Manuscript in Process) ***American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery Research Grant Recipient

    Hwang MJ, Engelstad M, Chandra. Management of Soft Tissue Injuries in Children – A Comprehensive Review. Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinics (2023).

    Hwang MJ, Dodson TB, Dillon JK. Communities with Bikeshare Programs may have a Lower Risk for Bicycle-Related Maxillofacial Injuries: Results from an Early Adopter of Bikeshare Programs. Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (2020).

    Hwang MJ, Dillon JK, Dodson TB. Helmets Decrease Risk for Bicyclist-related Maxillofacial Injuries, but Not Injury Severity. Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (2019).

    Hurst P, Hwang MJ, Dillon JK. Children have an Increased Risk for Periorbital Dog Bite Injuries. Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (2019).