About
Welcome! I'm Dr. John Mesa, a Harvard-trained, board-certified cosmetic plastic surgeon specializing in facial contouring. With a keen focus on buccal fat removal, extended chin liposuction, and performing facelifts and neck lifts under local anesthesia, I ensure you can achieve your desired look while remaining awake and comfortable, without pain. In addition, I excel in facial masculinization and feminization using advanced filler techniques, tailoring each procedure to enhance and harmonize your natural features. With offices conveniently located in New York...
Specialties/Services:
Facelift
Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)
Neck Lift
Before & After
Facelift
A facelift by Dr. John Mesa restores a more youthful, refreshed appearance by addressing sagging skin and facial wrinkles with advanced surgical techniques. Each procedure is carefully tailored to enhance natural contours, deliver long-lasting results, and reflect Dr. Mesa’s commitment to precision, artistry, and patient-centered care.
Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)
Eyelid surgery by Dr. John Mesa rejuvenates the eye area by correcting drooping eyelids and reducing puffiness and excess skin. Using precise, advanced techniques, Dr. Mesa enhances natural eye contours to create a refreshed, youthful appearance while prioritizing patient comfort, safety, and individualized results.
Neck Lift
A neck lift by Dr. John Mesa restores a smoother, more youthful neck and jawline by addressing loose skin, excess fat, and muscle banding. Using advanced surgical techniques, Dr. Mesa creates natural, long-lasting results while tailoring each procedure to the patient’s unique anatomy and aesthetic goals, with a strong focus on safety and precision.
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Experiences and Qualifications
Board Certifications
American Board of Plastic Surgery
Education & Training
MD, Universidad de Antioquia, Medellin, Colombia, 2001
General Surgery, Harvard University, 2008
Plastic Surgery, Penn State University, 2010
Plastic Surgery Postdoctoral Research, Harvard University, 2005
Craniofacial Surgery, University of Michigan, 2011
Aesthetic (Cosmetic) Plastic Surgery, University of Alabama at Birmingham, 2012
AestheticMatch Quality Standards
Verified
Destination Doctor
Professional Memberships
Board Certified
Fellow, American College of Surgeons (FACS)
Hospital Admission Privileges
Anna Jaques Hospital
North Shore Medical Center