Buncke circle
Honoring legacy. advancing the future of microsurgery.
The Buncke Circle is a distinguished group of surgeons whose dedication and generosity reflect an enduring commitment to the advancement of reconstructive microsurgery. Membership in the Buncke Circle represents the strongest individual expression of support for the American Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery (ASRM) and its mission.
Buncke Circle Members help secure the future of our specialty by contributing to the ASRM’s Future Growth Fund, which fuels innovation through support for cutting-edge research, emerging technologies, and invaluable educational opportunities for our members.
BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP
✔ Featured microsurgical spotlight in the ASRM Newsletter
✔ Recognition at the ASRM Annual Meeting
✔ Exclusive Buncke Circle lapel pin
✔ Invitation to the Buncke Circle Reception
✔ Name & photo featured on the Buncke Circle webpage
✔ Buncke Circle logo displayed beside member name in ASRM publications
✔ Early access to hotel reservations for ASRM annual meeting
HOW TO JOIN THE BUNCKE CIRCLE
Membership is achieved through a contribution of $25,000 to the Future Growth Fund, which may be made one of three ways:
One-time lump-sum gift of $25K
Total lifetime giving of $25k eff. 12/1/25
Facilitated larger gifts (~$ 50K)
HARRY J. BUNCKE, M.D. (1922-2008)
Widely regarded as the "Father of Microsurgery," Dr. Harry Buncke revolutionized reconstructive surgery by developing microsurgical instruments and proving that small blood vessels and nerves could be sutured. In the 1960s, he reattached a rabbit's ear and performed the first successful toe-to-hand transplant, followed by the first scalp and finger replantations.
Through his pioneering work, publications, and mentorship, Dr. Buncke laid the foundation for modern hand, reconstructive, and transplantation surgery.