Serving Scottsdale, Phoenix, Gilbert, Mesa, Chandler And Arizona
Scottsdale plastic surgeon Dr. John J. Corey has practiced in Arizona, since 1993 – beginning his practice immediately after completing his residency at the Medical College of Georgia and further cosmetic surgery training in Brazil. He is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, a member of both the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and is the former Chief of Plastic Surgery at Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center in Phoenix. Dr. Corey has been voted one of the top doctors in plastic surgery by Maricopa County physicians in a CBS Channel 5 poll and by his peers in the yearly "Top Doc" edition of Newsweek.
Dr. Corey is an Affiliate Assistant Professor at Midwestern University. For almost 20 years Dr. Corey was one of the most respected and sought-after faculty members at the Osler Institute, which provides hands-on review for practicing plastic surgeons worldwide who are preparing for their own board-certification. Please visit our Forums & Lectures page for additional information.
If you are looking for a plastic surgeon in Scottsdale, Phoenix, Chandler, Mesa, or throughout Arizona, please contact John J. Corey, MD online or by calling our office at 480.767.7700 to schedule an informative consultation.
Combining Brazilian Technique and American Standards
At our Scottsdale plastic surgery office, Dr. Corey draws on his extensive training both in Brazil and here in the United States. After graduating from the University of Utah School Of Medicine and fulfilling prerequisite training in general surgery at Maricopa Medical Center in Phoenix, Dr. Corey entered the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta to begin his plastic surgery residency. It was there that Dr. Corey met Dr. Renato Saltz, one of his professors, who introduced him to the surgical ideas and concepts of Brazil.
Intrigued by the Brazilian approach to plastic surgery, Dr. Corey traveled to study in Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo, Porto Allegre and Belo Horizonte, spending involved and intense surgical training with some of the world's experts in aesthetic surgery. His training there taught him to view plastic surgery from a more artistic standpoint.
Our Scottsdale plastic surgeon explains that there are several reasons why the Brazilian approach is somewhat different from that of many American surgeons. "Brazilians seem to have more of an artistic eye, not relying on the same measurement for every woman. We Americans tend to be very technical. We want to pre-plan and pre-measure to try and know exactly how much to contour and shape. Brazilians seem to approach procedures more artistically. They really believe in sculpting the form and creating curves and lines of the feminine shape. Ultimately, this approach appeals more to my philosophy, helping me provide a balanced approach to surgical beauty."
There are multiple procedures where Dr. Corey specifically calls upon the techniques learned in Brazil and many where he has formed his own hybrid of both countries to adapt to the different populations. Dr. Corey feels he gets the great Tummy Tuck results seen because of the different type of suturing he does to the abdominal wall, being much more aggressive than what he learned in the U.S. He feels the same way with his breast lift technique. Many techniques learned and used in the United States try to keep and use the least supportive part of the breast in a lifting procedure and as Dr. Corey learned in Brazil, it is this part of the breast that should not be depended upon for support. Dr. Corey feels that adherence to just this one principle makes a big difference!
If you would like to learn more about Dr. Corey's philosophy, please click here to read a short interview or call 480.767.7700 to schedule a personalized consultation. We welcome patients living in Gilbert, Phoenix, Mesa, Chandler and nearby areas at our plastic surgery facility in Scottsdale.
Education, Training, and Certifications
Education:
- University of Utah (Salt Lake City, UT), 1981 BA (Health Science-major, Spanish-minor)
- University of Utah School of Medicine, 1986 MD
Residencies:
- General Surgery, SW Michigan Area Health Education Center; 1986-1988
- General Surgery, Maricopa Medical Center Residency Program; 1988-1989
- Chief Resident, General Surgery - Maricopa Medical Center Residency; 1989-1990
- Plastic Surgery Preceptorship, Maricopa Medical Center; 1990-1991
Fellowship:
- Plastic Surgery, Medical College of Georgia; 1991-1993
Hospital Affiliations:
- Honor Health – Shea Active Staff
Professional Affiliations:
- Affiliate Assistant Professor (1997-Present)
Midwestern University - Chief – Division of Plastic Surgery Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center; Phoenix, AZ ; 1994-1999
- Chief – Division of Hand Surgery Scottsdale Memorial Hospital – Osborn; Scottsdale, AZ; 1996-1998
- Clinical Professor – Gateway Community College (1994-96)
School of Nursing - Plastic Surgery Representative (1995-97)
State of Arizona - National Faculty Member for Plastic Surgery
The Osler Institute – Terra Haute, IN; 1997-2017
Memberships:
- Member, American Society of Plastic Surgeons
- Member, The Aesthetic Society for Plastic Surgery
- Member, Arizona Society of Plastic Surgeons
Certifications:
- American Board of Plastic Surgery, 1995
Why Choose Dr. Corey
Experience counts. Over 30 years in practice gives a surgeon a lot of time to refine and hone, not only the skill but also the judgement needed to have a successful practice. Years of experience gives Dr. Corey the ability to know what can be done….and what can’t or shouldn’t be done!
Also, Dr. Corey is a big believer in the concept of specialization. His comfort comes from narrowing down his field of practice to his expertise and then repeating that over and over again. Aesthetic Plastic Surgery is a very wide field and Dr. Corey feels that by focusing on below-the-neck surgery specifically Breast and Tummy, patients can have the utmost confidence that they are choosing a “Micro-Specialist” , that takes their time and is long past the days of a jam-packed waiting room and a rushed doctor’s visit.
A Tailored Approach To Plastic Surgery
The same measurements and the same incisions, performed the exact same way, do not work for every person, every time. Your procedure should be individualized to your body. Dr. Corey joins surgical precision and an eye for aesthetics to provide the utmost in personalized results.
Dr. Corey was introduced to Brazilian cosmetic surgery concepts early in his career, eventually traveling there to study with plastic surgeons in Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, Belo Horizonte, and Porto Alegre. Brazilian surgical concepts emphasize an artistic eye and instinct for producing the most flattering results, which can often be in contrast to the sometimes overly technical emphasis found in United States training. Dr. Corey joins the best of these surgical worlds, combining an aesthetic approach with technical skill.
Dr. Corey and our staff devote individualized time to you. Because Dr. Corey is highly specialized, he can take all the time that you need. You are not rushed by a ticking clock to make your decision. This is a high-Specialty practice not a high-volume practice. Instead, we make sure you have all the information you need. If you come to a consultation and realize you have more questions afterward, please call us for answers, or you can email Dr. Corey directly. We are available for guidance as you consider plastic surgery.
What People Say About Us!
"Wonderful experience! The moment I met Dr Corey he was the perfect Surgeon for me. He has incredible bedside manner and makes you feel so comfortable from the start. The entire staff works as an amazing team tending to all your needs. I had the full mommy makover about a week ago aka breast lift, augmentation and tummy tuck. Just had my first post op appt and am amazed by my results. I'm one happy mom of three who feels absolutely amazing. Big Thank You, to Dr Corey and staff."
To schedule a consultation with our board-certified Scottsdale plastic surgeon, please call 480.767.7700 today. We serve patients from, Phoenix, and all areas of Arizona.