Plastic Surgery

Plastic surgery is a broad field that includes not only cosmetic or aesthetic surgery, but also surgical repair of congenital deformities such as cleft lip and palate, post-surgical reconstruction such as breast and head-and-neck defects, and correction of post-traumatic defects.

At Mayo Clinic, Plastic Surgery is staffed by 19 plastic surgeons across three campuses, with specialized training and skills in one or more of a wide range of reconstructive and cosmetic surgery services including aesthetic plastic surgery, breast surgery, reconstructive surgery, craniofacial surgery, facial reconstructive surgery, reconstructive microsurgery, pediatric plastic surgery, laser surgery, and hand surgery.

Four plastic surgeons practicing at Mayo Clinic in Florida, 12 in Minnesota and four in Arizona work closely with physicians from other specialties to offer patients comprehensive medical care to meet their reconstructive and cosmetic surgical needs. Surgeons in Dermatology, Otorhinolaryngology (ENT)/Head and Neck Surgery and Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery also have training and expertise in reconstructive and cosmetic surgery.

Mayo Clinic works with hundreds of insurance companies and is an in-network provider for millions of people. In most cases, Mayo Clinic doesn't require a physician referral. Some insurers require referrals, or may have additional requirements for certain medical care. All appointments are prioritized on the basis of medical need.

U.S. patients

Online requests

Telephone requests

You may make an appointment in Plastic Surgery on the Minnesota campus in the following ways:

• Plastic Surgery Appointment Desk: 507-538-4930

  The appointment desk is available between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Central time Monday through Friday.

• Ask your local physician to refer you and arrange your appointment. The Referring Physician Number is 800-533-1564 (toll-free). This number is for use by physicians and their staffs only.

For Your Appointment

Please bring or send in advance the following items if they are available:

• All previous operative reports and pathology reports.
• Medical records and test results related to the reason for your appointment.
• A letter from your personal physician that summarizes your past treatment

Mayo Clinic offers a comprehensive choice of cosmetic surgery procedures, from face-lifts and breast augmentation to abdominal reduction and liposuction. These services are provided by a team of board-certified surgeons specializing in cosmetic procedures. In addition to Plastic Surgery, the team includes specialists from the departments of Otolaryngology and Ophthalmology.

Mayo Clinic offers a wide array of surgical services and procedures, including but not limited to those listed below. Not all services may be available at all locations. Please confirm when you call to request an appointment.

Mayo Clinic has one of the largest and most experienced practices in the United States, with campuses in Arizona, Florida and Minnesota. Staff skilled in dozens of specialties work together to ensure quality care and successful recovery.

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Mayo Clinic has one of the largest and most experienced practices in the United States, with campuses in Arizona, Florida and Minnesota. Staff skilled in dozens of specialties work together to ensure quality care and successful recovery.

Mayo Clinic plastic surgeons are active in research in various aspects of plastic surgery.

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See a list of publications by Mayo Clinic physicians on PubMed, a service of the National Library of Medicine.

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Mayo Clinic works with hundreds of insurance companies and is an in-network provider for millions of people.

In most cases, Mayo Clinic doesn't require a physician referral. Some insurers require referrals or may have additional requirements for certain medical care. All appointments are prioritized on the basis of medical need.

Learn more about appointments at Mayo Clinic.

Please contact your insurance company to verify medical coverage and to obtain any needed authorization prior to your visit. Often, your insurer's customer service number is printed on the back of your insurance card.