Name: Dr. Ian M. Lonergan

Specialty: Plastic Surgery

Subspecialty: General Plastic Surgery

Qualification / Board Certification: Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

Affiliation(s): St. Francis Hospital-Wilmington; Beebe Healthcare-Lewes Campus; ChristianaCare Hospitals; Beebe Physician Network Inc.

Locations (City/State): Wilmington, Delaware 19806

Languages Spoken: English

Accepting New Patients: Yes — Online appointment booking available

NPI Number: 1174795744

About the Doctor

Dr. Ian M. Lonergan is a board-certified plastic surgeon with over 21 years of clinical experience, practicing in Wilmington, Delaware. He earned his medical degree from Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine and has developed a distinguished career in both reconstructive and general plastic surgery. He practices through Beebe Physician Network Inc., a multidisciplinary group that includes specialists in family medicine, obstetrics and gynecology, and internal medicine, and is affiliated with three hospitals in the Delaware region including ChristianaCare Hospitals, ranked #1 in Delaware.

Dr. Lonergan has received the Patients’ Top Choice designation, awarded only to physicians who achieve a perfect 5 out of 5 patient rating. Based on 26 patient reviews, he holds a perfect overall score with patients consistently highlighting his clear explanations, thorough approach, and dedication to spending quality time with each patient. He has earned four Patient Awards and has documented expert-level treatment volumes in cancerous skin growth removal and chronic skin ulcer management, which are very high compared to the Delaware state average. His career has also been recognized through multiple professional awards, honors, and published research.

He holds active medical licenses in Delaware, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, reflecting broad clinical experience across multiple states. He is currently accepting new patients with convenient online appointment booking available.

Key highlights about Dr. Lonergan include the following:

• Over 21 years of experience in plastic and reconstructive surgery
• Patients’ Top Choice designation — perfect 5 out of 5 rating from 26 patient reviews
• Four Patient Awards including Patients Recommend, Makes Time for Patients, and Clearly Explains
• Expert-level very high treatment volumes in cancerous skin growth removal and chronic skin ulcer treatment
• Affiliated with ChristianaCare Hospitals — ranked #1 in Delaware
• Active medical licenses in Delaware, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania
• Multiple professional awards, honors, recognitions, and published research
• Currently accepting new patients with online booking available

Education & Training

Dr. Lonergan completed his osteopathic medical education at Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine, one of the respected osteopathic medical institutions in the northeastern United States. His education and training include the following:

Medical School: Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine — Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) Degree

Residency: Plastic Surgery Residency Training (completed as part of DO surgical training pathway)

Subspecialty Focus: General Plastic Surgery

Licensure: Delaware State Medical License — Active through 2027

Licensure: New Jersey State Medical License — Active through 2027

Licensure: Pennsylvania State Medical License — Active through 2026

Medical Conditions Treated

As a plastic and reconstructive surgeon, Dr. Lonergan diagnoses and treats a wide range of conditions affecting the skin, soft tissues, and underlying structures. His documented expert-level conditions with very high treatment volumes compared to the Delaware state average include cancerous skin growth removal and chronic skin ulcer treatment. The full range of conditions he treats includes the following:

• Cancerous Skin Growths (Basal Cell Carcinoma, Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Melanoma)
• Chronic Skin Ulcers (Venous Ulcers, Diabetic Foot Ulcers, Pressure Ulcers)
• Lymphedema (Documented Area of Expertise)
• Skin Lesions and Benign Skin Growths
• Burn Injuries and Scar Contractures
• Traumatic Wounds and Lacerations
• Congenital Skin and Soft Tissue Abnormalities
• Hand Injuries and Hand Deformities
• Craniofacial Conditions and Facial Deformities
• Breast Conditions Requiring Reconstructive Surgery
• Post-Mastectomy Breast Reconstruction
• Keloid and Hypertrophic Scars
• Skin Infections and Soft Tissue Abscesses
• Pressure Injuries and Complex Wound Conditions
• Nerve and Tendon Injuries of the Hand

Medical Procedures Performed

• Cancerous Skin Growth Excision and Reconstruction
• Mohs Surgery Reconstruction (Post-Skin Cancer Removal Repair)
• Chronic Wound and Skin Ulcer Debridement and Treatment
• Lymphedema Surgical Management
• Skin Grafting (Split-Thickness and Full-Thickness)
• Flap Reconstruction (Local, Regional, and Free Flap Surgery)
• Breast Reconstruction Surgery (Post-Mastectomy)
• Hand Surgery and Tendon Repair
• Scar Revision Surgery
• Burn Wound Management and Reconstruction
• Craniofacial and Facial Reconstructive Surgery
• Soft Tissue Tumor and Lipoma Removal
• Keloid and Hypertrophic Scar Treatment
• Wound Closure and Complex Laceration Repair
• Nerve Repair and Reconstruction
• Post-Traumatic Reconstructive Procedures

Services Offered

Dr. Lonergan’s plastic surgery practice at Beebe Physician Network Inc. in Wilmington, Delaware offers a comprehensive range of reconstructive and general plastic surgery services. His practice focuses on restoring form, function, and quality of life for patients dealing with skin cancer, complex wounds, lymphedema, traumatic injuries, and congenital or acquired deformities.

Skin cancer treatment and reconstruction is one of Dr. Lonergan’s highest-volume areas of expertise, with very high treatment volumes compared to the Delaware state average. He performs surgical excision of cancerous skin growths including basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma, and provides expert reconstructive surgery to restore the appearance and function of affected areas following cancer removal. His affiliation with three hospital systems in Delaware ensures access to comprehensive oncological support and multidisciplinary cancer care.

Chronic wound and skin ulcer management is another documented area of high clinical expertise for Dr. Lonergan. He provides advanced wound care services for patients with chronic, non-healing wounds including venous leg ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers, and pressure injuries. Treatment approaches include surgical debridement, skin grafting, flap reconstruction, and advanced wound closure techniques designed to promote healing and prevent recurrence.

Lymphedema treatment is a specific documented area of expertise within his practice. Dr. Lonergan provides evaluation and surgical management of lymphedema, a chronic condition involving swelling due to lymphatic system dysfunction that often affects cancer survivors. Surgical options may include lymphatic reconstruction and other procedures to improve lymphatic drainage and reduce swelling.

Reconstructive plastic surgery services cover a broad range of clinical needs including breast reconstruction following mastectomy, hand surgery for injuries and deformities, craniofacial reconstruction, scar revision, burn wound management, and repair of traumatic wounds and lacerations. He works closely with surgical oncology, breast surgery, and other specialist teams to provide coordinated reconstructive care for cancer patients.

Telehealth consultation services may be available for appropriate patients. Patients are encouraged to contact Dr. Lonergan’s office directly at (302) 656-0214 to confirm telehealth availability and to schedule virtual consultations for appropriate follow-up and pre-operative planning appointments.

Services available at Dr. Lonergan’s practice include the following:

• Skin cancer excision and reconstructive surgery
• Mohs surgery reconstruction
• Chronic wound and skin ulcer treatment and management
• Lymphedema surgical evaluation and management
• Skin grafting and flap reconstruction
• Breast reconstruction surgery
• Hand surgery and tendon repair
• Craniofacial and facial reconstructive surgery
• Scar revision and keloid treatment
• Burn wound management and reconstruction
• Soft tissue tumor removal
• Complex laceration and wound repair
• Post-traumatic reconstructive procedures
• Telehealth consultations — contact office to confirm availability
• Online appointment booking available

Accepted Insurances

Dr. Lonergan accepts a broad range of insurance plans including Medicare and Medicaid at his practice. Patients are encouraged to contact his office at (302) 656-0214 to confirm their specific plan and coverage details before scheduling an appointment. Currently accepted insurance plans include the following:

• Aetna — EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO
• Amerihealth Caritas — Medicaid
• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan — HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO
• Cigna — PPO
• CMS Medicare — Medicare
• Delaware State Medicaid — Medicaid
• Elevance (formerly Anthem) — EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO
• Highmark — EPO, PPO
• Humana — Medicare, PPO
• Regence Health Plans — PPO
• United Healthcare — HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO

Note: Insurance acceptance is subject to change. Please verify directly with the office prior to your visit.

Practice Locations

Location 1 — Primary Office:

Practice Name: Beebe Physician Network Inc.

Address: 1600 Pennsylvania Ave, Wilmington, DE 19806

Phone: (302) 656-0214

Practice NPI: 1730133992

Hospital Affiliations

St. Francis Hospital-Wilmington — Wilmington, Delaware

St. Francis Hospital-Wilmington is Dr. Lonergan’s primary hospital affiliation and principal surgical site. It is a well-established acute care hospital in Wilmington serving the Delaware region with comprehensive inpatient medical and surgical services, including plastic and reconstructive surgery capabilities.

Beebe Healthcare-Lewes Campus — Lewes, Delaware

Beebe Healthcare-Lewes Campus is a regional hospital located in Lewes, Delaware, providing Dr. Lonergan’s patients in southern Delaware with access to surgical and inpatient services. This affiliation extends his reach beyond Wilmington to serve patients across a broader geographic area of the state.

ChristianaCare Hospitals — Newark, Delaware

ChristianaCare Hospitals is ranked #1 in Delaware and is one of the most comprehensive academic medical centers in the mid-Atlantic region. Dr. Lonergan’s affiliation with this top-ranked hospital system ensures his patients have access to the highest level of surgical and multidisciplinary care available in Delaware, including advanced cancer care, trauma surgery, and specialized reconstructive services.