University of Washington Plastic Surgery

It’s time to introduce you to one of your new favorite @uwplasticsurgery faces — Payton Grande!!

Payton grew up in Knoxville, Tennessee, and began college at Emory University before transferring to Boston College, where she graduated with degrees in Biology and Women’s & Gender Studies. She then headed back home for medical school at the University of Tennessee and spent a research year at Stanford with the @care.prs program. She is especially interested in general pediatric Plastic Surgery and pediatric craniofacial surgery, and is excited to explore these interests during her time at UW.

When it came time to choose a residency program, UW stood out for the people. During her interview, Payton had so much fun and felt genuinely seen by the residents and faculty. She was looking for a place that would push her to become an excellent surgeon while also helping her grow as a whole person, and found that at UW. The incredible diversity of patients and cases and strong emphasis on teaching only made the decision easier.

Outside the hospital, Payton is usually reading a mystery thriller, watching reality TV, doing yoga, painting, or finding any excuse to be in the water. She’s also a die-hard basketball fan (go Grizzlies, go Vols!) and a two-time fantasy basketball champion, so consider this your warning before draft season. 🏀🏆

We’re so excited to have Payton here for the next six years and can’t wait to see all that she does!