The Best Plastic Surgeons in Denver (2026) — A Local's Guide

The Best Plastic Surgeons in Denver (2026) — A Local's Guide

Choosing a plastic surgeon is one of the highest-stakes medical decisions a patient makes — the work is irreversible, the credentials gap between qualified board-certified plastic surgeons and adjacent providers is enormous, and the operational risk of choosing badly is real. Denver has a deep bench of board-certified plastic surgeons covering the full range of cosmetic and reconstructive procedures, with the highest concentration in Cherry Creek, Greenwood Village, and Lone Tree. This guide focuses on the practices that meet the credentials standard and have built reputations across years of consistent outcomes.

Every practice on this list is led by a surgeon board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS) — the only board specifically training plastic surgeons through accredited plastic surgery residency programs. Whether you're considering facial work, breast surgery, body contouring, or post-weight-loss reconstruction, here's the framework for who to know.

Editorial note: No practice on this list paid to be featured. We researched this guide independently — ABPS board certification, hospital privileges, operating volume, complication record, and patient reputation. If that changes, we'll say so.

How to Pick the Right One

For any cosmetic surgery decision, the non-negotiable filter: ABPS board certification verified through abplasticsurgery.org. The distinction between "board certified" (specific to a relevant board) and "board certified plastic surgeon" (specifically ABPS) is the most important credential question. Many adjacent specialties advertise as "cosmetic surgeons" without ABPS training.

For facial procedures specifically: Consider an ABFPRS-certified facial plastic surgeon (trained through otolaryngology) alongside ABPS-certified plastic surgeons. Both can do facial work well; the specialty training is different.

For breast surgery: Ask about annual case volume in your specific procedure. Surgeons doing 100+ breast augmentations per year operate differently than those doing 20.

For body contouring post-weight-loss: Find a surgeon who specifically markets and has substantial experience with the post-bariatric or post-GLP-1 patient profile. The procedures are technically different from purely aesthetic body contouring.

For reconstructive needs (insurance-covered): Start with your primary care physician for referral to in-network plastic surgery; the academic and hospital-based practices handle this volume.

For solo-practice personalized care: The long-tenured Cherry Creek and Greenwood Village solo plastic surgeons. The smaller-practice model produces a different experience than the multi-surgeon practices, with the same surgeon handling consultation, procedure, and follow-up.

Accredited Surgery Centers in the Denver Metro

The surgical facility matters as much as the surgeon. For elective cosmetic procedures, the operating environment falls into three categories: AAAASF-accredited in-office surgical suites at the surgeon's practice, freestanding ambulatory surgery centers, and hospital operating rooms. Each has trade-offs — in-office suites are more convenient and personalized, surgery centers handle higher complexity, and hospitals are the default for cases requiring overnight stays or higher medical complexity. The list below is the working set of facilities where Denver-area plastic surgery routinely occurs.

Hospital-Based Surgical Facilities

Sky Ridge Medical Center (Lone Tree) — HealthONE-operated hospital in the south metro with substantial elective surgery volume and a strong cosmetic surgery presence. Many south-metro plastic surgeons hold privileges here.

Swedish Medical Center (Englewood) — HealthONE-operated hospital with a long-running elective surgery program. Common operating location for plastic surgeons across the south metro and central Denver.

Rose Medical Center (Denver) — HealthONE-operated central Denver hospital with substantial cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery volume. The Cherry Creek and central-Denver plastic surgeons often operate here.

Presbyterian/St. Luke's Medical Center (Denver) — HealthONE central Denver hospital with elective surgery capability. Used by several plastic surgeons in the central and north metro.

Porter Adventist Hospital (Denver) — CommonSpirit-affiliated hospital with established plastic surgery operating volume.

UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital (Aurora) — Academic medical center on the Anschutz campus, primary surgical facility for the University of Colorado plastic surgery faculty practice. Default for reconstructive cases, microsurgery, and complex elective work tied to academic surgeons.

Ambulatory Surgery Centers + In-Office Suites

Freestanding Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) — Several outpatient surgery centers in the Denver metro accept plastic surgery cases, including HealthONE-affiliated surgery centers and independent ASCs. These facilities offer lower facility fees than hospital ORs and equivalent safety standards when properly accredited.

AAAASF-Accredited In-Office Surgical Suites — Many of the larger Denver plastic surgery practices operate AAAASF-accredited surgical suites in their own offices. The accreditation standard is the same as hospital ORs for outpatient procedures, and the in-office experience is typically more personalized. Verify AAAASF accreditation directly (the practice should be able to produce the accreditation certificate on request) before booking a surgical date at an in-office facility.

Avoid: Unaccredited office-based procedure rooms (sometimes called "procedure suites" without AAAASF, AAAHC, or Medicare certification). The safety standards gap is real — emergency airway equipment, anesthesia monitoring, post-op recovery protocols, and infection control all differ meaningfully between accredited and unaccredited facilities.

The 10 Best Plastic Surgeons in the Denver Metro

Identifying "the 10 best" plastic surgeons in any metro is genuinely subjective — operating skill, aesthetic outcomes, complication rates, patient experience, and bedside manner are all dimensions that vary independently. The list below is a working set of the Denver-area plastic surgeons most frequently named among peers, patients, and the plastic surgery community for their established practices and consistent outcomes. Every surgeon listed is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS) — verify each independently at abplasticsurgery.org before scheduling any consultation.

1. Dr. John A. Millard, MD — Millard Plastic Surgery · @millardplasticsurgery

Englewood · ABPS Board-Certified

Long-tenured Denver-area plastic surgeon with a comprehensive practice covering face (including deep plane facelifts), breast enhancement, body contouring (including VASER liposuction), and post-weight-loss surgeries. Practice located at 195 Inverness Drive W., Suite 200, Englewood. Multiple surgeons on staff and an integrated med spa alongside the surgical practice.

2. Dr. David Broadway, MD — Broadway Plastic Surgery Group · @broadwayplasticsurgerygroup

Lone Tree (+ Englewood) · Quintuple Board-Certified · 20+ years

One of the most-credentialed plastic surgeons in Colorado — quintuple board certification spanning ABPS, ABFPRS, otolaryngology, facial cosmetic surgery, and cosmetic surgery. Long-running Lone Tree practice at 9777 S. Yosemite Street with an Englewood satellite. Strong on breast augmentation, tummy tucks, VASER liposuction, and facial rejuvenation. Practice also includes Dr. John Samas and Dr. Hendrick.

3. The Center for Cosmetic Surgery · @center_for_cosmetic_surgery

Drs. Wolfe, Vath, Steinwald, Freeman, Cunningham · Denver + Golden + Colorado Springs · Five ABPS Board-Certified Surgeons

The largest established plastic surgery group practice in the metro, operating since 2000 with five board-certified plastic surgeons: Dr. Andrew Wolfe, Dr. Steven Vath, Dr. Paul M. Steinwald, Dr. Matthew D. Freeman, and Dr. Teresa Cunningham. Multi-location footprint covers Denver, Golden, and Colorado Springs. Strong full-service capability across face, breast, body, plus integrated Rejuvenate MedSpa programming.

4. Dr. Philippe Capraro, MD — Grossman | Capraro Plastic Surgery · @grossmancapraroplasticsurgery

Denver + Greenwood Village · ABPS Board-Certified · 23+ years

Long-established practice with Dr. Capraro personally involved in every stage of care from consultation through recovery. Two Denver-area locations (4600 Hale Parkway in Denver and 8088 E Union Avenue in Greenwood Village) plus a Beverly Hills satellite. Comprehensive cosmetic surgery practice with integrated medical aesthetics.

5. Dr. Manish Shah, MD — Shah Aesthetic Surgery · @manish_shah_md

Englewood · Facial Plastic Surgery Specialist · 4,000+ Facelifts

Recognized among America's Best Facelift Plastic Surgeons of 2024 by Newsweek, with fellowship-trained expertise in deep plane facelifts. Over 4,000 facelift procedures performed. Specializes exclusively in facial work — facelifts, rhinoplasty (including ultrasonic piezo techniques), eyelid surgery, neck lifts. Located at 500 E Hampden Ave, Suite 300, Englewood.

6. Drs. David Kowalczyk & Mario Imola — Colorado Facial Plastic Surgery · @cofacialplastics

Englewood · Double-Board-Certified Facial Plastic Surgery

Double-board-certified facial plastic surgery practice with two surgeons holding 5,000+ and 20,000+ procedures respectively. Both surgeons are double-certified in Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery and Facial Plastic Surgery. Located at 3600 S Logan St in Englewood with a full-service med spa on the second floor. The right pick for facial procedures specifically.

7. Drs. Jack Zamora & Maggie Kober — Jack Zamora MD Cosmetic Surgery & Med Spa · @drjackzamora

Cherry Creek · Oculofacial Plastic Surgery + Med Spa

Dr. Jack Zamora (creator of the J-Plazty procedure) and Dr. Mary-Margaret Kober (board-certified dermatologist) operate this Cherry Creek cosmetic surgery and med spa practice. Specialty in minimally invasive facelifts, eyelid rejuvenation, ATTIVA RF, J-Plazty skin tightening, and an integrated med spa with the full injectable and laser menu. Strong fit for patients interested in less-invasive surgical approaches.

8. Drs. Christopher & Jeremy Williams — Park Meadows Cosmetic Surgery · @parkmeadowscosmeticsurgery

Lone Tree · Two Board-Certified Plastic Surgeons

Lone Tree practice led by Dr. Christopher Williams and Dr. Jeremy Williams, both trained at The Johns Hopkins Hospital. Regional leader in cosmetic procedures, breast reconstruction, and non-surgical rejuvenation. Practice located at 7430 E. Park Meadows Drive, Suite 300, Lone Tree. Operates the on-site Park Meadows Outpatient Surgery Center.

9. Dr. Lisa Hunsicker, MD — Revalla Plastic Surgery · @revallaplasticsurgery

Littleton · Female ABPS Plastic Surgeon · Solo Practice Since 2001

Dr. Hunsicker opened Revalla as her solo practice in Denver in 2001 and has been practicing as a board-certified plastic surgeon since 1995. Specializes in breast and body contouring surgeries — one of an elite few surgeons in the country able to perform direct-to-implant breast reconstruction with nerve grafting. Located at 7750 South Broadway, Littleton.

10. Dr. Christine Rodgers, MD — Denver Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics · @drchristinerodgers

Denver · First Female Plastic Surgeon in Denver · 30+ years

The first female plastic surgeon in Denver, Colorado, who launched her private practice at Rose Medical Center in 1990 and opened Denver Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics in 2002. Board-certified specialist in facelifts, breast augmentation, labiaplasty, tummy tucks, plus injectables, laser, and skincare programs. Located at 4600 Hale Parkway, Suite 330, Denver.

How to use this list: Treat it as a starting point for consultations, not a definitive ranking. The right plastic surgeon for you is the one whose specialty, aesthetic, communication style, and case portfolio best match your specific procedure and goals. Schedule at least 2–3 consultations before committing to a surgeon. Verify ABPS certification, AAAASF facility accreditation, and review before/after galleries in your specific procedure area. The "best surgeon" question is procedure-specific — the right facial plastic surgeon is often different from the right breast specialist.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I verify a plastic surgeon is board-certified?

Verify ABPS (American Board of Plastic Surgery) certification at abplasticsurgery.org. Verify ABFPRS (facial plastic surgery) certification at abfprs.org. Both boards maintain public directories of currently-certified surgeons. If a surgeon claims "board certification" without specifying the board, the credential may not be relevant to the procedure they're performing — ask directly which board and verify independently.

What's the difference between a plastic surgeon and a cosmetic surgeon?

"Plastic surgeon" implies ABPS certification (6 years of accredited plastic surgery residency training). "Cosmetic surgeon" has no specific credential requirement and is used by physicians from various specialties (OB/GYN, family medicine, ENT, dermatology) who perform cosmetic procedures with varying levels of formal training. For surgical procedures, ABPS certification is the standard credential.

How much does plastic surgery cost in Denver?

Typical Denver-area cosmetic procedure pricing (surgeon's fee, facility, and anesthesia combined): Breast augmentation $8,000–$14,000. Breast lift $9,000–$15,000. Tummy tuck $10,000–$18,000. Liposuction $5,000–$12,000 depending on areas. Rhinoplasty $10,000–$18,000. Facelift $15,000–$30,000. Eyelid surgery $5,000–$9,000. Premium surgeons price at the upper end; pricing reflects experience and outcomes track record.

What questions should I ask in a plastic surgery consultation?

Essential questions: (1) Are you ABPS board-certified? (2) Where will my surgery be performed, and is the facility AAAASF-accredited or hospital-based? (3) How many of this specific procedure have you performed in the last year? (4) What is your revision/complication rate for this procedure? (5) Who handles anesthesia, and are they board-certified? (6) Can I speak with previous patients? Hesitation or vagueness on any of these is a red flag.

How do I find before-and-after photos?

Most plastic surgery practices maintain photo galleries on their websites; in consultations, the surgeon should be able to show you photos of their own patients (not stock photos or trade-association galleries) of patients with body types and concerns similar to yours. Photos that look unusually polished or stock-like are a red flag.

Is medical tourism worth considering vs. local surgery?

No, for almost all patients. Medical tourism (overseas cosmetic surgery) costs less upfront but introduces serious complications: travel during the recovery window when complications are most likely, no follow-up care with the operating surgeon, regulatory and credentialing differences that obscure surgeon quality, and difficulty pursuing legal recourse if something goes wrong. The total cost of a complication from overseas surgery — including emergency local treatment and corrective surgery — typically exceeds the original savings. Denver has enough qualified surgeons at multiple price points that local surgery is the appropriate path.

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The Denver plastic surgery market is stable but continues to evolve with new techniques and practice changes. This guide is updated regularly to reflect the credentialing and reputation considerations that matter most for patients.

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