Specialties:
General Surgery, Plastic Surgery
Address:
Michael S. Beckenstein, MD
800 Saint Vincents Dr STE 610, Birmingham 35205
(205) 933-9308 (Phone), (205) 939-3353 (Fax)
Procedures:
Abdominoplasty, Biopsy of Breast, Blepharoplasty, Body Contouring (After Weight Loss Surgery), Botox® Injection, Breast Augmentation, Breast Cancer Surgery, Breast Cancer Treatment, Breast Lift Surgery, Breast Procedures, Breast Reconstruction, Breast Reduction, Breast Surgical Procedures, Cosmetic Facial Surgery, Cosmetic Procedures, Cosmetic Surgical Procedures, Dressing and/or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn (incl. Negative Pressure Wound Therapy), Excision of Breast Tumor, Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer, Eyelid Surgery, Facelift, Facial Cosmetic Surgery, Incisional/Ventral Hernia Repair, Open, Liposuction, Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision, Mastectomy, Microdermabrasion, Plastic Cosmetic Surgery, Plastic Surgical Procedures, Revision Surgery
Conditions:
Breast Cancer, Breast Lump/Mass, Diaphragmatic/Hiatal Hernia, Incisional Hernia, Lipomas, Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD), Umbilical Hernia, Ventral Hernia
Certifications:
General Surgery, Plastic Surgery
Awards:
Healthgrades Honor Roll, Leading Providers Plastic Surgeons of the United States by Goldline Research, 2009, Alpha Omega Alpha - EVMS (Charter Member), 1987, Achievement Award for Academic Excellence in Surgery(Opsite) - SBMC, June 1992, American Cancer Society Life Saver Inspiration Award, 2006, BMW Ultimate Drive Local Hero Award, 2008, Who's Who in Upcoming Professionals, 1990, Sandoz Pharmacology Award - EVMS, 1987, Physicians Choice Award - AMA, 1990, 1993, Patient Choice by Castle Connolly, 2009, America's Top Surgeons by the Consumer Research Council, 2004, 2005, Best of Birmingham Plastic Surgery, 2008, 2009, Excellent Clinical Presentation: Resident's Competition - OVPRS, 1994, Herbert Schulte Award for Excellence in Surgery - SBMC, 1991
Hospitals:
Michael S. Beckenstein, MD
800 Saint Vincents Dr STE 610, Birmingham 35205
Trinity Medical Center
800 Montclair Rd, Birmingham 35213
Philosophy:
My staff and I strive for excellence by applying our knowledge, expertise, experience, skills, and judgment to the field of plastic surgery. We are committed to rendering compassionate and competent care in the pursuit of the restoration of aesthetics, form, function, and spirit. I assure you that my staff and I are highly committed, and will expend all of our energies to achieve these goals for you!
Education:
Medical School
Eastern Virginia Medical School Of The Medical College Of Hampton Roads
Graduated: 1987
St. Barnabas Medical Center-General Surgery Internship
Graduated: 1988
Case Western Reserve University-Plastic Surgery Residency
Graduated: 1994
St. Barnabas Medical Center-General Surgery Residency
Graduated: 1992
Aesthetic Surgery / Breast Reconstruction Fellowship
Graduated: 1998
Atlanta Plastic Surgery, Pa-Breast Reconstruction Fellowship
Graduated: 1995
Case Western Reserve University-Plastic Surgery Research Fellowship
Georgetown University Medical Center-Breast Reconstruction / Aesthetic Surgery Fellowship
Union College
Graduated: 1982