Dr. Ábel Molnár M.D. Ph.D.

Plastic surgeon

About me

Professional background and approach

As a plastic surgeon, my goal is to provide aesthetic and reconstructive solutions that are natural, well balanced and long lasting. I believe that a well planned and precisely executed procedure not only brings external change, but also enhances confidence and overall quality of life.

I began my studies at the University of Debrecen, first earning a BSc in Economics and Management (2009), followed by graduating summa cum laude from the Faculty of Medicine (2016). I completed my plastic surgery residency at the National Centre for Burns and Plastic Surgery of the South Pest Central Hospital, where I gained a strong foundation in reconstructive surgery and burn care. A defining part of my career is the Bethesda Children’s Hospital, where I continue to participate in paediatric burn and paediatric plastic surgery.

I obtained my board certification in 2022 with summa cum laude distinction. Since 2023, I have been working part time as an Assistant Professor at the Department of Dermatology, Unit of Plastic and Burn Surgery of the University of Debrecen, where I am involved in patient care, teaching and research.

In my private practice, I perform aesthetic plastic surgery procedures involving the entire body surface. Natural results, proportionality and personalised planning are the core principles of my work. During consultations, I place great emphasis on detailed information and designing results that remain sustainable in the long term.

In reconstructive surgery, I focus on the treatment of skin tumours, scar correction and the restoration of soft tissue defects. My research background and knowledge of microcirculation play an important role in managing these complex cases.

Alongside my private practice, I remain active in public healthcare, treating burn patients, massive weight loss patients and individuals requiring breast reconstruction. For state funded care, in case of holding a valid hungarian health insurance (TAJ) card, please contact me exclusively at: molnar.abel@med.unideb.hu

In my free time, I enjoy sports, hiking and photography. I am married and a father of one.

Scientific work

PhD Research

Topic

Flap reconstruction, microcirculation

Institution

University of Debrecen

Year

2024

Qualification

Summa cum laude

In my PhD work, I investigated the microcirculation and viability of adipocutaneous and musculocutaneous flaps, with particular focus on ischemia–reperfusion injury. The aim of the research was to better understand the factors influencing flap survival and to apply measurement techniques that support decision making in reconstructive surgery. I defended my thesis in 2024 with summa cum laude distinction.

Scientific Publications

Publications

1

Kiss F., Molnár L., Hajdu E., Deák A., Molnár A., Berhes M., Szabó J., Németh N., Fülesdi B. Skin microcirculatory changes reflect early the circulatory deterioration in a fulminant sepsis model in the pig. Acta Cirúrgica Brasileira. 2015;30(7):470–477. DOI: 10.1590/S0102-865020150070000004

2

Németh N., Berhes M., Kiss F., Hajdu E., Deák A., Molnár A., Szabó J., Fülesdi B. Early hemorheological changes in a porcine model of intravenously given E. coli induced fulminant sepsis. Clinical Hemorheology and Microcirculation. 2016;61(3):479–496. DOI: 10.3233/CH-141914

3

Levente M., Németh N., Berhes M., Hajdu E., Papp L., Molnár A., Szabó J., Deák A., Fülesdi B. Assessment of cerebral circulation in a porcine model of intravenously given E. coli induced fulminant sepsis. BMC Anesthesiology. 2017;17(1):98. DOI: 10.1186/s12871-017-0389-0

4

Berhes M., Németh N., Pető K., Deák A., Hajdu E., Molnár A., Árkosy P., Szabó J., Fülesdi B. Hemodynamic consequences of intravenously given E. coli suspension: observations in a fulminant sepsis model in pigs, a descriptive case-control study. European Journal of Medical Research. 2019;24(1):11. DOI: 10.1186/s40001-019-0372-y

5

Molnár A., Magyar Zs., Belkin N.D., Mann D., Szabó B., Tóth L., Németh N. Effect of short-term ischemia on microcirculation and wound healing of adipocutaneous flaps in the rat. Acta Cirúrgica Brasileira. 2019;34(12):e201901203. DOI: 10.1590/s0102-865020190120000003

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Magyar Zs., Molnár A., Belkin N.D., Mann D., Sógor V., Mester A., Pető K., Németh N. Impact of groin flap ischemia-reperfusion on red blood cell micro-rheological parameters in a follow-up study on the rat. Clinical Hemorheology and Microcirculation. 2021;79(2):245–255. DOI: 10.3233/CH-170277

7

Kincses G., Fazekas L., Varga A., Mátrai A.A., Nguyen X.L., Barabási K., Flaskó A.O., Juhász T., Molnár A., Németh N. Following-up micro-rheological and microcirculatory alterations during the early wound healing phase of local and rotated musculocutaneous flaps in rats. Life (Basel). 2025;15(9):1424. DOI: 10.3390/life15091424

8

Kincses G., Fazekas L., Varga A., Mátrai A.A., Flaskó A.O., Adorján D.M., Molnár A., Deák A., Németh N. A refined experimental model for local, interpolated flap, and free tissue transfer studies using musculus cutaneus maximus-based musculocutaneous flap in the rat. Acta Cirúrgica Brasileira. 2025;40(10):e408125. DOI: 10.1590/acb408125

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Flaskó A.O., Fazekas L.A., Kincses G., Varga A., Mátrai A.A., Csóka L.D., Zahorszki S., Tóth A., Filler Cs., Juhász T., Molnár A., Németh N. Tissue perfusion and its influencing factors in epigastrial adipocutaneous flaps affected by ischemia-reperfusion in rats. Acta Cirúrgica Brasileira. 2026;41:e410226. DOI: 10.1590/acb410226

Professional appearances

Conference Presentations

Early microrheological changes in an induced sepsis model

Pécs, 2015

The effect of sepsis on microrheological parameters

Budapest, 2015

Integra – possibilities of next generation dermal substitutes

Budapest, 2016

Effect of groin flap ischemia–reperfusion on microrheology

ISEM Congress, 2018

Surgical strategy for severely burned patients (50%+ TBSA)

Debrecen, 2022

Management of severe electrical burn injuries

Debrecen, 2023

The future of skin substitutes

Debrecen, 2023

Invited Speaker

Reconstructive surgical techniques in trauma patients

Debrecen, 2024–2025

Burn injuries and physical trauma

Debrecen, 2026

Head and neck tumour management: incisions and reconstructive techniques

ENT OFTEX Course, Debrecen, 2026