Rachel Campbell Hooper, MD
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Rachel C. Hooper, MD, serves as Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery in the Section of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery at the University of Michigan School of Medicine.
She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Science and Technology Studies at Cornell University. Dr. Hooper completed medical school at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in Camden New Jersey in 2009. Following this, Dr. Hooper went on to General Surgery Residency at Columbia University and completed her residency and general surgery board certification in 2016. She then spent three additional years of training in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, followed by an additional year of hand surgery at the University of Michigan, completing her training in 2020. In 2020, she joined the plastic surgery faculty at Henry Ford and transitioned to her current role on the plastic surgery faculty at the University of Michigan in 2022.
Dr. Hooper has been the recipient of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand Fast Track Clinical Grant in 2019 where she studied Firearm Injuries of the Upper Extremity. As a faculty member at Henry Ford, she was recognized as the “Teacher of the Year” among general surgery interns in 2021. She is a big proponent of medical student, resident and fellow education and is actively involved in upper extremity cadaver simulation activities. She dedicates time for clinical outreach and participates in a program for Detroit high school students interested in careers in medicine and science.
Clinical Specialization:Dr. Hooper is a board-certified, fully trained plastic surgeon with subspeciality in Hand surgery. Her clinical focus involves all aspects of acute and chronic upper extremity pathology including Nerve Compression, Tendinopathies, Finger/Wrist Arthritis Surgery, Finger contracture/Dupuytrens, Hand Tumors, Peripheral Nerve Injuries, Nerve Transfers and Hand Trauma (tendon injuries, fractures, amputation, soft tissue loss).
Areas of Practice
Plastic Surgery, Hand Surgery, Nerve Compression, Tendinopathies, Finger/Wrist Arthritis Surgery, Finger contracture/Dupuytrens, Hand Tumors, Peripheral Nerve Injuries, Hand Trauma (tendon injuries, fractures, amputation, soft tissue loss)
Locations
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Plastic Surgery Clinic | Domino's Farms 24 Frank Lloyd Wright Dr Ste A1200
Lobby A
Ann Arbor, MI 48105-9484Get Directions
Insurance Accepted
University of Michigan Health participates with most health insurance plans.
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Research Overview
Dr. Hooper is a member of the M-CHOIR (Michigan Center for Hand Outcomes and Innovation Research) group and conducts hand surgery outcomes research. Her previous manuscripts include publications on reimbursement for finger/thumb replantation, operative and non-operative management of metacarpal neck fractures, appropriate follow-up after common hand surgery procedures, examining the impact of pre-injury level of activity on outcomes after distal radius fracture surgery, impact of timing and technique of reduction and fixation of distal radius fractures, and epidemiology of upper extremity gunshot wound injuries.
Dr. Hooper’s current research interest including examining the impact of race and health disparities on outcomes in hand surgery.
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Patient Comments
February 24, 2026 - "Dr Hooper found my issue right away [...] Dr Hooper fixed my problem with surgery. She was very friendly, helpful, knowledgeable and a professional. I was so glad I came to this office and the care was great! I have already recommended Dr Hooper as I was very impressed with her and this office ."
February 12, 2026 - "I was very impressed with Dr Hooper's explanations. She helped me understand all the aspects of my condition and the possible solutions."
February 10, 2026 - "[...] Dr. Hooper Is really excellent. She communicates really well, and she's a very good listener, too."
February 8, 2026 - "Dr. Hooper was perfect."
February 3, 2026 - "Dr. Hooper is very kind, very knowledgeable, and very good at communicating about my diagnosis."
December 9, 2025 - "Dr. Hooper is awesome! She is very knowledgeable and I feel like she really cares about my injury and helping me get the best possible outcome. We had a great discussion about various treatment options and she made me feel in control of my care. She even called me later that day after further reviewing my records to discuss things more. I'll always be happy to see Dr. Hooper!"
December 9, 2025 - "Dr. Hooper was incredible. She took the time to examine my [...] thoroughly, she asked lots of questions, she listened well and took the time needed."
November 4, 2025 - "Doctor Hooper did review my son chart. Didn't want [...] and first thing after shaking our hands is I'm not doing [...]. I was in there to figure out if the spot in his [...] had grown or if there were know multiple spots. I had to ask for [...]. She seemed like the attitude of I have to work or you are bothering me. Did not answer any questions or ask about our concerns. Will not use this doctor again."
October 30, 2025 - "Dr Hooper did a thorough exam [...], offered me choices on what to do for my [...] and discussed options after the conservative route. She is a consummate professional and very pleasant."
October 2, 2025 - "I would recommend Dr. Hooper [...] to my family, friends, or anyone who needed corrective surgery for [...]"
