Dr. Lawrence C. Kurtzman, M.D., F.A.C.S.

"Giving back to my local community and the worldwide community by devoting my time, knowledge and skills to help those in need is very rewarding. This experience has taught me the value of being a good listener and respecting the opinions of others. Being a good listener is important in understanding the individual needs of patients, and makes it easier to share with patients the many plastic surgery options available to them. I believe in giving patients as much information as possible so that they can make the right decisions about expectations and results. I would consider it a privilege to work with you and help you reach your appearance goals."

- Dr. Lawrence C. Kurtzman

Dr. Kurtzman received his medical degree from Hahnemann University Medical School, Philadelphia, PA in 1981, completed his residency in general surgery in 1985 and completed his residency in plastic and reconstructive surgery in 1987. Dr. Kurtzman is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and a member of the prestigious American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ASAPS).

In addition to his outstanding credentials, Dr. Kurtzman is medical director for Operation Smile, a not-for-profit, volunteer medical services organization that provides reconstructive facial surgery to underprivileged children and young adults in 16 developing nations. Dr. Kurtzman also trains physicians in the Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky area on the safety and use of BOTOX® Cosmetic, Latisse® and Juvéderm®. In 2002, Dr. Kurtzman was awarded the World Journey of Hope humanitarian award for his contributions to this organization.

BOARD CERTIFICATION

American Board of Plastic Surgery, 1991

SPECIALIZED TRAINING

Sculptra® National Trainer
BOTOX® Cosmetic National Trainer
Juvéderm® National Trainer
Latisse® National Trainer

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

Operation Smile Medical Director
Operation Smile is a not-for-profit, volunteer medical services organization that provides reconstructive facial surgery to underprivileged children and young adults in 16 developing nations. Dr. Kurtzman has traveled over twenty times and performed over 500 pro-bono reconstructive operations on children in the Philippines, Liberia, The West Bank, Ghana, Colombia, Kenya, Morocco, Peru, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, and Vietnam.

President - Local Washington Park, Low Income Housing Board

TEAM PLASTIC SURGEON

Cincinnati Reds, 1997 - Present
Cincinnati Cyclones, 2002 - 2010
Cincinnati Swarm, 2003 - 2005
Cincinnati Mighty Ducks, 1997 - 2002
Consultant to ATP Tennis Tour, 2002 -Present

HONORS AND AWARDS

Voted Cincinnati Magazine's "Top Docs" in the field of Cosmetic Plastic Surgery 2008,2010, and 2013
2010 Cincinnati Business Courier Healthcare Hero Finalist
2009 Hahnemann University Medical School Distinguished Alumnus of The Year
2008 American Society Aesthetic Plastic Surgery National Humanitarian of the Year Award
Daniel Drake Humanitarian Award at the Academy of Medicine in Cincinnati, 2006
Operation Smile "World Journey of Hope" humanitarian award, 2002
Named "Best Plastic Surgeon" east side by Cincinnati Magazine, 2003
Chairman - Plastic Surgery In-Service Exam, 2000 - 2008
Board Examiner, Plastic Surgery Oral Certification Exam, 2002 - Present

LICENSURE

State of Kentucky - 1994
State of Ohio - 1989

MEDICAL EDUCATION

Medical Degree - Hahnemann University Medical School, Philadelphia, PA, 1981

RESIDENCIES

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - Eastern Virginia Graduate School of Medicine, Norfolk Virginia, 1987
General Surgery - Hahnemann University Medical School, Philadelphia, PA, 1981 - 1985

FELLOWSHIPS

Aesthetic Plastic Surgery - Dr. Baker, Dr. Gordon and Dr. Stuzin, Miami, Florida, 1988
Oculoplastic and Maxillofacial Surgery, Eastern Virginia Graduate School of Medicine, Norfolk, Virginia, 1988