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Dr. Hunstad
Joseph P. Hunstad, MD, FACS
“In the field of plastic surgery you learn something new
every day. You must keep an open mind and be able to address
difficult issues that may arise. If the solution is not in
literature, identify ways to improve it and deliver
outstanding results.” –Dr. Joseph P. Hunstad
 Joseph P.
Hunstad always knew he’d be a surgeon. After completing his
internship and residency in his home state of Michigan, his
studies led him to Houston, Texas where he attained a highly
sought after fellowship in reconstructive microsurgery at
the MECOM Microsurgery Institute. Believing he discovered
his specialty –burn repair surgery—he developed his gift
while enjoying the intricacy and strenuous pace intensive
care trauma presented. However, a rare invitation to perform
a cleft lip operation and complex hand surgery from the
Chief of the Burn Unit, a plastic surgeon, would introduce
him to a new career in the innovative field of
reconstructive plastic surgery.
Dr. Hunstad began his practice and watched it evolve rapidly
as he welcomed more cosmetic plastic surgery patients. His
determination, concern for patients and pursuit of
excellence shaped him into an exceptional surgeon. It was
his passion for finding solutions to challenging surgeries
that led him to develop and publish several procedures while
practicing. He began to lecture and demonstrate his new
techniques to national audiences. In 1993, while presenting
on the topic of Body Contouring after Massive Weight Loss,
he was approached by the President of the Belgium Society of
Surgery to be the key note speaker which was his first
invitation as an international lecturer.
World-renown physician, Joseph P. Hunstad, MD, FACS was
named Best Plastic Surgeon in America by Castle Connolly. He
has published over 40 plastic surgeries articles and most
recently completed his first full textbook, the Atlas of
Abdominoplasty. He has accepted invitations to speak and
perform surgeries in 22 countries and trains other medical
doctors through fellowship and direct observation programs.
Most notably this brilliant physician is credited with
inventing “The Hunstad System,” a popular and widely used
technique for tumescent anesthesia.
Dr. Hunstad is highly regarded in his field. Best known for
his expert precision with surgical tools, it is not
surprising to learn that he is committed to perfection and
treating his patients with exceptional care. He currently
serves as the Section Head of Plastic Surgery at Carolinas
Medical Center-University and is affiliated with the
following professional organizations:
• Diplomat of the American Board of Plastic Surgery
• Fellow of the American College of Surgeons
• The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
• The American Society of Plastic Surgeons
• The International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons
• The International Consortium of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons
• The North Carolina
Medical Society
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The North Carolina Society of Plastic Surgeons - Past
President
• The Plastic Surgery Educational Foundation
• The Southeastern Society of Plastic and Reconstructive
Surgeons
• The Greater Charlotte Plastic Surgery Society
• Advance Cardiac Life Support Certification
Of all his accomplishments, Dr. Hunstad is most proud of his
children. He resides with his lovely wife and two daughters
in Charlotte, NC where he has practiced cosmetic plastic
surgery for the last 22 years. He recently opened a new,
10,000 square foot state-of-the art ambulatory surgical
center and Medi-Spa in Huntersville, NC. Motivated by his
patients, he continues to devote his practice to delivering
state-of-the-art surgery in a warm and caring environment.
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Atlas of Abdominoplasty
Written by
Joseph P Hunstad
MD, FAC
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