Daniel P. LuppensDaniel P. Luppens, MD, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Richmond, VA

Daniel P. Luppens, MD

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

VCU Health Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Forest Avenue, Richmond, VA 232265544.24 miles

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About Daniel P. Luppens, MD

Daniel Luppens, M.D., specializes in plastic and reconstructive surgery of the face and body and has advanced training in surgery of the eyelid and surrounding tissue (occuloplastics). He is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is a Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery Dr. Luppens earned his medical degree from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, graduating summa cum laude from Duke University. After completing his surgical residency at VCU Medical Center in Richmond, Dr. Luppens completed advanced training under world-famous aesthetic surgery innovators PACES Plastic Surgery in Atlanta, GA and Grossman Plastic Surgery in Denver, CO. Originally from Salisbury, Maryland, Dr. Luppens worked at Atlantic Plastic Surgery, a successful Salisbury private practice until 2012 when he was recruited to direct VCU Medical Center’s cosmetic surgery program. The opportunity to return to Richmond proved irresistible. “Our affiliation with VCU Medical Center allows us to offer patients the most advanced plastic surgery techniques with the highest society standards.” Dr. Luppens places special emphasis on the consultation process, which allows him to understand individual patient goals.

Professional Title

MD

Top Procedures

  • Abdominoplasty
  • Acne Scar Treatment
  • Acne Treatment
  • Blepharoplasty
  • Botox
  • Breast Augmentation (Augmentation Mammaplasty)
  • Breast Lift
  • Brow Lift
  • Chemical Peels
  • Dermal Fillers & Injectables
  • Dermaplaning
  • Endoscopic Brow Lift
  • Facelift
  • Latisse®
  • Liposuction
  • Male Breast Reduction
  • Otoplasty
  • Phenol Peel
  • Rhinoplasty
  • SMAS Facelift
  • Salicylic Acid Peel
  • Superficial Chemical Peels
  • Upper Eyelid Blepharoplasty
  • VI Peel

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Board Certifications

  • American Board of Plastic Surgery

Years of Experience

13 years of experience

Education

  • Undergraduate School: Duke University
  • Graduate School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
  • Residency: VCU Medical Center
  • Fellowship in Aesthetic Medicine, Fellowship in Oculoplastic Surgeon

Languages

  • English

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PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

  • American Society of Plastic Surgeons

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