Dr. William Harris specializes in facial surgery including blepharoplasty, brow lift, fat transfer, chin augmentation, and the highly sought-after deep plane facelift and deep plane neck lift. He is also highly experienced in rhinoplasty (nose-job), both primary and revision in nature. Dr. Harris is also an expert in Mohs defect reconstruction and other reconstructive techniques for head and neck defects that are either from cancer, trauma, or congenita. Whether addressing cosmetic, post-traumatic, or congenital needs, Dr. Harris feels very fortunate to possess a skill set that enables him to help people from all walks of life feel more whole and confident with themselves. He truly believes in an individualized approach for every patient he sees and that obtaining a high-quality natural result is really the only way to success.
—William Harris, MD
Dr. Harris is a double board-certified and fellowship-trained Beverly Hills Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon who specializes in plastic and reconstructive surgery of the face and neck. A Southern gentleman at heart, Dr. Harris grew up in Atlanta, Georgia. He completed his undergraduate degree at Elon University in North Carolina where he studied biology, chemistry, and the fine arts. He then spent almost a decade in the culturally rich city of New Orleans, Louisiana, where he completed his medical school training at Louisiana State University and then a highly selective head & neck surgery residency at the renowned Tulane University.
An artist from a young age, Dr. Harris found a natural passion for facial plastic surgery during his residency, where he was awarded one of just fifty coveted AAFPRS facial plastic surgery fellowship positions in the country. During his fellowship in Palo Alto, California, Dr. Harris had the unique opportunity to train with world-class mentors, work with and teach Stanford University residents, and perform the full spectrum of facial plastic and reconstructive procedures.
Dr. William Harris combines the precision of a surgeon with the creativity of an artist. His journey as a beauty explorer has taken him around the globe, from Australia to Peru to Germany and across the United States. As a global student of beauty, Dr. Harris customizes each procedure to enhance his patients' natural beauty.
Growing up, Dr. Harris was captivated by art and design, which led him to study Fine Arts in college alongside a rigorous Biology major. He then delved into human anatomy at the cellular level, earning a Master’s Degree in Cellular and Molecular Biology from Tulane University before obtaining his MD from Louisiana State University in New Orleans. After completing his head and neck surgical residency at the renowned Tulane University, he pursued further training in facial plastic surgery through a prestigious AAFPRS fellowship in Palo Alto, California.
During his fellowship, Dr. Harris had the chance to train with world-class mentors and teach Stanford University residents while performing a wide range of facial plastic and reconstructive procedures. He then founded Harris Facial Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics, where he continues to provide top-notch care. When he's not in the operating room, Dr. Harris enjoys working with his hands through sculpting, painting, and drawing. He also loves traveling and discovering new cultures and destinations.
Dr. Harris has a strong interest in medical charity work and has traveled internationally to various countries including Honduras, Haiti, and India, to provide medical services and surgery for those who have little or no access to care. In addition, he is honored to be an active and contributing surgeon member for the Face Forward organization, which offers support and pro-bono surgeries for domestic and international survivors of domestic violence, human trafficking, and cruel acts of crime. Outside of medicine, Dr. Harris has several hobbies, including golfing, skiing, painting, and traveling. He's happy to finally call Southern California home after years of planning and is eager to work with you to reach your cosmetic objectives.
If you are considering plastic surgery, choose the doctor who goes above and beyond for his patients. Dr. William Harris makes it his mission to deliver artful, innovative, and detailed surgical and non-surgical procedures to help you live more beautifully every day. Schedule a consultation today to start your journey.
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