Meet Dr. Oppenheimer

– Adam J. Oppenheimer, MD, FACS –
Founder, Oppenheimer Plastic Surgery

I am a third-generation board-certified plastic surgeon proudly serving the vibrant community of Orlando, Florida.

A Surgeon With Heart

Since starting my practice, integrity, compassion, and trust have been the ideals that have meant the most to me. I lead with the guiding principle of “gentleness in all things.” Although I possess the technical skill and artistic vision that’s been passed down from generations of family plastic surgeons, my patients express that what sets me apart is a caring, gentle soul. Being “Orlando’s Kindest” is the most important designation of all to me.

Dedicated to Your Results

With a commitment to excellence and a passion for patient care, I have dedicated my entire practice to surgical aesthetic procedures, namely tummy tuck, breast augmentation with internal bra, and labiaplasty. At the core of my practice is a celebration of my patients’ courage and openness to pursue change, as well as a genuine desire to help them achieve their plastic surgery goals. I always think you’re brave just for showing up in my clinic!

My goal is to see my patients radiate with happiness and rave about their results exceeding their expectations. I am honored to have received recognition for my exceptional plastic surgery, including being named among “America’s Best Plastic Surgeons” by Newsweek for the past three years and securing a place in the RealSelf Top 100 Doctors for five consecutive years.

Empowering Confidence Through Innovation and Care

In my commitment to outstanding care and results, I always strive to improve my techniques. Take labiaplasty, for example—I noticed issues with existing instruments and decided to design a game-changing instrument: the Pinchplasty forceps. This patented creation isn’t just mine; I shared it with a national surgical instrument distributor to benefit surgeons and patients worldwide. With my passion for innovation and personalized care, I have proudly empowered thousands of women to feel more confident in their own skin.

I have also adopted new techniques to support breast implants using a dissolving internal bra. This internal bra material is the same as the suture material I use to close my implant pockets, so I know it’s safe and effective as a surgical scaffold. The internal bra helps to support breast implants long-term, keeping them perky and full in the upper pole as you heal and beyond.

Changing Lives Worldwide

Beyond my surgical expertise, I believe in giving back to the world. I have supported Clitoraid.org, sponsoring surgeries for victims of female genital mutilation, and engaged in mission work in Colombia, Thailand, and China with Operation Smile and Healing the Children, correcting cleft lip and palate and burn injuries in children. In 2022, I raised money for Operation Smile with a vocal single, Hallelujah, available on Apple Music.

Shaping the Future of Plastic Surgery

As a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a surgeon board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, I bring a wealth of experience to the field. My role as an Assistant Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Central Florida College of Medicine exemplifies my dedication to shaping the future of plastic surgery. I work closely with pre-med and medical students yearly to educate and welcome them into my clinic and OR.

My commitment to patient well-being goes beyond surgical proficiency, with certifications in Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS). Continuous learning is a priority, reflected in my additional training and memberships in esteemed professional associations like the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.

Serving Patients Beyond the Operating Room

My impact extends beyond the operating room, with involvement in charitable missions, leadership in social media application development, and contributions to medical research.

I have held multiple state medical licenses, including in Florida, Washington, and Michigan, with hospital privileges in reputable institutions. I am here to help patients with compassion, skill, and dedication.

Thank you for considering my practice, Oppenheimer Plastic Surgery, for your aesthetic needs. I look forward to the opportunity to serve you and guide you on your journey to achieving your dream results.

Read On to Learn More About My Education and Experience

Education

2002-2006 Doctor of Medicine – University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, Rochester, New York
1998-2002 Bachelor of Science, Intensive, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology – Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut

Professional Experience

2015- Plastic Surgeon – Oppenheimer Plastic Surgery, Orlando, FL
2013- Assistant Professor of Plastic Surgery – University of Central Florida College of Medicine, Orlando, FL
2013-2015 Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon – Private Practice, Melbourne, FL
2012-2013 Acting Instructor of Pediatric Plastic & Craniofacial Surgery – Seattle Children’s Hospital, Seattle, WA

Post-Doctoral Training

2012-2013 – Craniofacial & Pediatric Plastic Surgery Fellowship – University of Washington/Seattle Children’s Hospital, Seattle, Washington
2006-2012 – Integrated Plastic Surgery Residency – the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan
1996-1998 – Surgical Externship – Aesthetic Associates Centre for Plastic Surgery, Buffalo, New York

Licensure and Certification

2017- Fellow, American College of Surgeons, #3250258
2015- American Board of Plastic Surgery, #110628
2013- State of Florida, Medical License, #ME117130
2012-2013 State of Washington, Medical License, #60264393
2006-2012 State of Michigan, Limited Medical License, #4301088264
2012-2014 Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
2008-2012 Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)
2006-2015 Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
2004-2006 Wilderness First Aid (WFA)

Hospital Privileges

2023- Advent Health, Orlando, FL
2015- South Seminole Hospital, Orlando, FL
2015- Orlando Regional Medical Center (O.R.M.C.), Orlando, FL
2013-2015 Wuesthoff Hospital, Melbourne, FL
2013-2015 Sebastian River Medical Center, Sebastian, FL
2013-2015 Kindred Hospital, Melbourne, FL
2013-2015 Holmes Regional Medical Center, Melbourne, FL
2012-2013 Seattle Children’s Hospital, Seattle, WA
2012-2013 Harborview Medical Center, Seattle, WA
2006-2012 University of Michigan Hospitals, Ann Arbor, MI
2006-2012 Veteran’s Administration Hospital, Ann Arbor, MI
2006-2012 Saint Joseph’s Mercy Hospital, Ypsilanti, MI

Additional Training

2012 Advances in Craniomaxillofacial Surgery, Burr Ridge, IL
2012 AO CMF Challenges & Advances: Distraction Osteogenesis, Coronado, CA
2011 ASMS Advanced Maxillofacial Course, Jacksonville, FL
2010 University of Michigan, Synthes Hand Fracture Course, Ann Arbor, MI
2009 University of Michigan, Microsurgery Course, Ann Arbor, MI
2008 ASMS Basic Maxillofacial Course, Miami, FL
2004 SOLO Wilderness Medicine First Aid Course, Rochester, NY

Honors and Awards

2023 America’s Best Plastic Surgeons: #12, Liposuction – Newsweek
2022 America’s Best Plastic Surgeons: #11, Liposuction – Newsweek
2021 America’s Best Plastic Surgeons: #21, Liposuction – Newsweek
2018 Best Body Contouring – The Aesthetics Show
2015-19 RealSelf Top 100 Doctors – RealSelf.com
2015 Best Abstract, Second Runner Up – Aesthetica, ASPS
2012 Robert H. Gilman International Service Award – University of Michigan
2011 American Society of Maxillofacial Surgery Resident Scholar – ASMS Annual Meeting
2011 Top Ten Surgical House Staff: Overall Quality Teaching – University of Michigan School of Medicine
2008 Athletics Hall of Fame Inductee and Keynote Speaker – Amherst Central High School
2006 Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society – University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry
2005 Hoffman Award for Excellence in International Research – University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry
2003 Recognition for Excellence in Neuroscience – University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry
2002 Summer Research Grant in Dentistry – University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry
2001 Edward Cullman Jr. Memorial Scholarship for “success in academics and extracurricular activities” – Yale University
2000 H. Manville Memorial Scholarship for “a distinguished career in both academics and athletics” – Yale University
1998-2001 Yale Varsity Lacrosse: Three-year varsity letter winner, Ivy League Honors – Yale University
1998 All-American Lacrosse Team – Amherst Central High School
1998 Dekdebrun Memorial Award for “outstanding athletics and scholarship” – Amherst Central High School

Activities/Volunteer

2017- Plastic Surgery Interest Group, Faculty Liaison; UCF College of Medicine
2012 Healing the Children; Mission to Colombia
2010-2011 Hope Medical Clinic; Surgical Volunteer
2008-2010 Jenius Industries Inc.; President, Social media application development
2006-2012 VBS Holdings, LLC; President, InterviewTrail.com: Residency match website
2006 Operation Smile; President, University of Rochester Chapter
2006 Operation Smile; Mission to China
2006 Healing the Children; Mission to Thailand
2005-2006 Surgery Interest Group; Liaison in Plastic Surgery
2004-2006 Medical Student Tutor: Anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, & immunology
2002-2006 American Cancer Society; Head and Neck Cancer Screening, Volunteer
2002 The Whiffenpoofs of Yale & The Baker’s Dozen, a cappella singing groups

Professional Associations

2016- Fellow, American College of Surgeons
2016- Southeastern Society of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeons
2015- American Society of Plastic Surgeons
2012- Reed O. Dingman, Michigan Plastic Surgery Alumni Society
2013-2019 Florida Society of Plastic Surgeons
2012-2013 Plastic Surgery Research Council
2012-2013 American Society of Craniofacial Surgeons
2011-2013 American College of Surgeons, Resident/Fellow Member
2009-2013 American Society of Maxillofacial Surgery
2005-2013 American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association

Student Research Mentees

2023 Rachel Pan, BS: Edge labiaplasty with clitoral hood reduction
2014 Karen Lu, BS: Exparel for TAP blocks during abdominoplasty
2013 Christopher Arakawa, BS: Birth complications in Craniosynostosis
2012 Linda Ma, BS: Intralesional laser therapy for vascular malformations
2012 Kavitha Ranganathan, MD: Minimizing transfusions in cranial vault remodeling
2012 Russell Ettinger, MD: Obstructive sleep apnea following DSP
2011 Joseph Kapurch, MD: Clinical outcomes in cranial vault remodeling
2010 Darryl Lau, BS: Posterior pharyngeal fat grafting for VPI
2009 Jonathan Brown, MD: Maternal reactions to the birth of a child with CL+P
2007 Lee Squiteri, MD: Utility analysis in rheumatoid hand surgery

Peer-Reviewed Publications

Shatkin TE, Shatkin S, Oppenheimer A: Mini Dental Implants for the general dentist. Compend 24(11) S1:26-34, 2003.
Palkovacs E, Oppenheimer A, Gladyshev E, Toepfer J, Amato G, Chase T, Caccone A: Genetic evaluation of a proposed introduction: the case of the greater prairie chicken and the extinct health hen. Molec Ecol 13(7):1759-1769, 2004.
Shatkin TE, Shatkin S, Oppenheimer B, Oppenheimer A: Mini dental implants for long-term fixed and removable prosthetics: a retrospective analysis of 2,514 implants placed over a 5-year period. Compend 28(2): 92-100, 2007.
Oppenheimer AJ, Tong L, Buchman SR: Craniofacial bone grafting: Wolff's law revisited. Cranio Maxillofac Trauma Recon. 1(1):49-61. 2008.
Brown J, Chapman K, Girotto J, Oppenheimer A. When my child was born: Maternal reactions to the birth of a child with cleft lip and/or palate. Cleft Pal Cranio J, 46(5):545- 548, 2009.
Oppenheimer AJ, Rhee ST, Goldstein SA, Buchman SR: Force-induced craniosynostosis in the murine sagittal suture. Plast Reconstr Surg. 124(6):1840-1848, 2009.
Cavaliere CM, Oppenheimer AJ, Chung KC. Reconstructing the rheumatoid wrist: A utility analysis comparing total wrist fusion and total wrist arthroplasty from the perspectives of rheumatologists and hand surgeons. Hand (NY). Apr 28, 2009.
Oppenheimer A, Panucci C, Alderman A: Management of axillary dermatolipodystrophy following massive reduction mammaplasty. J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg. 62(3):364, 2009.
Pannucci C, Oppenheimer A, Wilkins E: Practice patterns in venous thromboembolism prophylaxis: A survey of 606 Reconstructive breast surgeons. Ann Plast Surg. 64(6):732-737, 2010.
Oppenheimer AJ, Pannucci C, Kasten S, Haase S. Survey says? A primer on web-based survey design and distribution. Plast Reconstr Surg. 128(1): 299-304, 2011.
Pannucci C, Oppenheimer A, Clavijo-Alvarez: Prevention of venous thromboembolism in body contouring surgery: A national survey of 596 ASPS Surgeons. Ann Plast Surg, 66(3):228-32, 2011.
Oppenheimer AJ, Buchman SR: Current and emerging basic science concepts in bone biology: Implications in craniofacial surgery. J Cranio Surg, 23(1):30-6, 2012.
Oppenheimer AJ, Rhee ST, Goldstein SA, Buchman SR: Force-induced craniosynostosis via paracrine signaling in the murine sagittal suture. J Cranio Surg, 23(2):573-7, 2012.
Lau D, Oppenheimer A, Berger M, Buchman S, Kasten S: Posterior pharyngeal fat grafting for velopharyngeal insufficiency. Cleft Pal Cranio J, Feb 14, 2012. [Epub ahead of print]
Oppenheimer AJ, Monson LA, Buchman SR: Pediatric Orbital Fractures. Cranio Maxillofac Trauma Recon. 6:9-20, 2013.
Ettinger R, Oppenheimer A, Lau D, Hassan F, Newman MH, Buchman S, Kasten S: Obstructive sleep apnea following dynamic sphincter pharyngoplasty. J Craniofac Surg. 23(7 Suppl 1):1974-6, 2012.
Levi B, Ma L, Oppenheimer A, Kasten S: Intralesional laser therapy for the treatment of vascular malformations. Ann Plast Surg. 73(5):547-51, 2014.
Oppenheimer A, Ranganathan K, Levi B, Kapurch J, Strahle J, Muraszko K, Buchman S: Minimizing transfusions in primary cranial vault remodeling for craniosynostosis. J Craniofac Surg. 25(1):82-86, 2014.
Swanson, J, Oppenheimer A, Hopper R, Cunningham M, Birgfeld C: Birth trauma in craniosynostosis. Plast Reconstr Surg. 136: 214e-222e, 2015.
Oppenheimer A, Fiala T, Oppenheimer D: Direct TAP blocks with Exparel during abdominoplasty. Ann Plast Surg. (In Press), 2015.
Oppenheimer A: Mjölnir. Ann Plast Surg. (In Press), 2015.
Oppenheimer A, Oppenheimer C, Noori S: Pseudoangiomatous stromal hyperplasia: a rare cause of idiopathic gigantomastia. Plast Reconstr Surg. (In Press), 2015.
Birgfeld, Craig B.; Heike, Carrie L.; Al-Mufarrej, Faisal, Oppenheimer, Adam: Practical Computed Tomography Scan Findings for Distinguishing Metopic Craniosynostosis from Metopic Ridging. Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – GO. March 14, 2019
Oppenheimer, A: Edge Labiaplasty with Clitoral Hood Reduction. Plas Reconstr Surg – GO. (In press)

Book Chapters

Oppenheimer A, Chetta M: Cleft Lip. Michigan Manual for Plastic Surgery. Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins: New York, NY. 2014
Oppenheimer A: Cleft Palate. Michigan Manual for Plastic Surgery. Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins: New York, NY. 2014
Oppenheimer A: Orthognathic Surgery. Michigan Manual for Plastic Surgery. Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins: New York, NY. 2014
Oppenheimer A, Sugg K, Buchman S: Management of Frontal Sinus Fractures. In Ferraro’s Fundamentals of Maxillofacial Surgery. 2nd ed. 2015.
Oppenheimer A, Buchman S: Midface and maxillary fractures. Current Reconstructive Surgery. McGraw-Hill: New York, NY. 2015.
Oppenheimer A: Labiaplasty & Aesthetic Vulvovaginal Surgery. In Thaller’s Tricks & Tips in Plastic Surgery. Springer: New York. 2021.

Other Publications

Shatkin TE, Shatkin S, Oppenheimer B, Oppenheimer A: A simplified approach to implant dentistry with mini dental implants. Alpha Omegan 96(3): 7-15, 2003.
Shatkin T, Shatkin S, Oppenheimer B, Oppenheimer A: Maximize... minis. Dent Econ. May, 2004.
Ordonez A, Oppenheimer B, Oppenheimer A, Mortilla L: La tomografía de haz cónico en la práctica diaria: Aplicaciones en implantología oral y usos prácticos. Dental Tribune Hispanic & Latin America 24-27, 2010 [Spanish].
Oppenheimer A: Third Generation. Plast Reconstr Surg 130(1):241-2e.
Oppenheimer A, Jones A: The PostOPP Podcast. Spotify: January, 2021

Presentations

Oppenheimer A: Labiaplasty. Reed O. Dingman Alumni Lecture Series. Ann Arbor, MI. 2021
Oppenheimer A: RealSelf.com: Lead generation and conversion analysis. 59th Annual SESPRS Meeting, Orlando, FL. June 2016.
Oppenheimer A, Shatkin M: Instagram for the plastic surgeon. [Poster] 59th Annual SESPRS Meeting, Orlando, FL. June 2016.
Oppenheimer A: Labiaplasty problems and pearls. 59th Annual SESPRS Meeting, Orlando, FL. June 2016.
Oppenheimer A: Contiguous, circumferential recontouring of the labia minora and clitoral hood. 2nd Annual ASPS Aesthetica Meeting, June 2016.
Oppenheimer A: Exparel for TAP blocks during abdominoplasty. 58th Annual SESPRS Meeting, Amelia Island, FL. June 6, 2015.
Oppenheimer A: Exparel for TAP blocks during abdominoplasty. 1st Annual ASPS Aesthetica Meeting, Las Vegas, NV. April 30, 2015.
Mesa J, Oppenheimer A, Buchman S: Scaphocephaly surgical repair in the supine position: the Michigan technique. 17th IPRAS World Congress, Santiago, Chile. February 24, 2013.
Swanson J, Oppenheimer A, Birgfeld C: Birth complications in craniosynostosis. 15th International Congress, International Society for Craniofacial Surgery, Jackson Hole, WY. September 11, 2013.
Oppenheimer A, Lau D, Hassan F, Hoban TF, Newman MH, Buchman S, Kasten S: Obstructive sleep apnea following dynamic sphincter pharyngoplasty. [Poster] 91st Annual AAPS Meeting, San Francisco, CA. April 16, 2012.
Oppenheimer A, Kapurch J, Strahle J, Muraszko K, Buchman S: Minimizing transfusions in primary cranial vault remodeling for craniosynostosis. 91st Annual AAPS Meeting, San Francisco, CA. April 16, 2012.
Oppenheimer A, Gast K, Kapurch J, Strahle J, Muraszko K, Buchman S: Total cranial vault remodeling for sagittal craniosynostosis. 69th Annual ACPA Meeting, San Jose, CA. April 17, 2012.
Oppenheimer A, Kapurch J, Strahle J, Muraszko K, Buchman S: Minimizing transfusions in primary cranial vault remodeling for craniosynostosis. 69th Annual ACPA Meeting, San Jose, CA. April 17, 2012.
Oppenheimer A, Lau D, Hassan F, Hoban TF, Newman MH, Buchman S, Kasten S: Obstructive sleep apnea following dynamic sphincter pharyngoplasty. 57th Annual PSRC Meeting, Ann Arbor, MI. June 14, 2012.
Oppenheimer A, Kapurch J, Strahle J, Muraszko K, Buchman S: Minimizing transfusions in primary cranial vault remodeling for craniosynostosis. [Poster] 57th Annual PSRC Meeting, Ann Arbor, MI. June 14, 2012.
Oppenheimer A, Ettinger R, Buchman S, Kasten S: Obstructive sleep apnea following dynamic sphincter pharyngoplasty. 24th Annual Reed O. Dingman Society Meeting. Ann Arbor, MI. June 1, 2012.
Oppenheimer A, Kapurch J, Strahle J, Muraszko K, Buchman S: Minimizing transfusions in primary cranial vault remodeling for craniosynostosis. 24th Annual Reed O. Dingman Society Meeting. Ann Arbor, MI. June 1, 2012.
Mesa J, Oppenheimer A, Fang F, Gast K, Muraszko K, Buchman S: The Michigan technique of scaphocephaly surgical repair in the supine position. [Poster] 91st Annual AAPS Meeting, San Francisco, CA. April 16, 2012.
Ranganathan K, Oppenheimer A, Kapurch J, Strahle J, Muraszko K, Buchman S: Minimizing transfusions in primary cranial vault remodeling for craniosynostosis. Annual MAPS Meeting, Traverse City, MI. July 14, 2012.
Ettinger R, Oppenheimer A, Lau D, Hassan F, Hoban TF, Newman MH, Buchman S, Kasten S: Obstructive sleep apnea following dynamic sphincter pharyngoplasty Annual MAPS Meeting, Traverse City, MI. July 14, 2012.
Gast K, Oppenheimer A, Kapurch J, Strahle J, Muraszko K, Buchman S: Total cranial vault remodeling for sagittal craniosynostosis. Annual MAPS Meeting, Traverse City, MI. July 14, 2012.
Oppenheimer A: Botulinum toxin for vasospastic digital ischemia. 23rd Annual Reed O. Dingman Society Meeting. Ann Arbor, MI. June, 2011.
Oppenheimer A: Posterior pharyngeal fat grafting for velopharyngeal insufficiency. American Cleft-Palate Craniofacial Association, 68th annual meeting. San Juan, PR. April, 2011.
Oppenheimer A: Posterior pharyngeal fat grafting for velopharyngeal insufficiency. 22nd Annual Reed O. Dingman Society Meeting. Ann Arbor, MI. June, 2010.
Oppenheimer A: Maternal reactions to the birth of a child with cleft lip and palate: a cross-cultural approach. 20th Annual Reed O. Dingman Society Meeting. Ann Arbor, MI. June, 2008.
Oppenheimer A: Maternal reactions to the birth of a child with cleft lip and palate: a cross-cultural approach. American Cleft-Palate Craniofacial Association, 64th annual meeting. Bloomfield, CO. April, 2007.
Oppenheimer A: Maternal reactions to the birth of a child with cleft lip and palate: a cross-cultural approach. 8th Annual Hoffman Day. Rochester, NY. April, 2006.
Oppenheimer A: Cutaneous B-cell lymphoma occurring with rhinophyma. Aesthetic Facial Reconstruction in Adults and Children Symposium. Tucson, AZ. February, 2005.
Oppenheimer A: Mini-dental implant survival analysis. IMTEC Inc. Training Seminar. Minneapolis, MN. November, 2003.