JAVIER A. COUTO, MD

Dr. Javier A. Couto is an Ivy League and fellowship-trained plastic and reconstructive surgeon who specializes in cosmetic and reconstructive procedures for the face, breast, and body.

Dr. Javier A. Couto is an Ivy League and fellowship trained plastic and reconstructive surgeon who specializes in cosmetic and reconstructive procedures for the face, breast, and body. He possesses a keen sense for harmonious aesthetics and has a genuine commitment to cultivating authentic connections with his patients. Dr. Couto is dedicated to delivering safe, natural, and long-lasting results.

Education and Training

Dr. Couto’s commitment to academic excellence is a cornerstone of his professional journey. He began his academic pursuits by earning a Bachelor’s degree in Biology from the University of Puerto Rico, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude. Then he pursued his medical degree at the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude and was inducted into the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) honor society in his junior year. During his medical studies, he was selected to complete a research fellowship in Vascular Anomalies and Pediatric Plastic Surgery at the renowned Boston Children’s Hospital at Harvard Medical School.

Dr. Couto completed his plastic and reconstructive surgery training at the University of Pennsylvania and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), recognized as one of the top programs for plastic and reconstructive surgery in the United States. At the University of Pennsylvania, he was trained by world leaders in microsurgical reconstruction and aesthetic surgery, and at the world-renowned Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), he was mentored by pioneers in craniofacial and pediatric plastic surgery.

Dr. Couto took a step further in his educational journey by completing an aesthetic surgery fellowship under the mentorship of globally recognized facelift expert, Dr. Louis P. Bucky, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. During this fellowship, Dr. Couto immersed himself in advanced techniques in both surgical and non-surgical facial rejuvenation, harnessing the skills he now brings to Couto Plastic Surgery.

Medical Training at a Glance
  • American Board of Plastic Surgery: Board Eligible
  • Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Residency: Hospital of the University Pennsylvania & Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP)
  • Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Fellowship: Bucky Plastic Surgery
  • Vascular Anomalies and Pediatric Plastic Surgery Research Fellowship: Boston Children’s Hospital/Harvard Medical School

Areas of Expertise

Dr. Couto specializes in aesthetic plastic surgery of the face, breast, and body., and on reconstructive procedures of the breast. He trained at the University of Pennsylvania which is known to be one of the highest volume microsurgical (free-flap) breast reconstruction centers in the United States. Dr. Couto offers the latest in reconstructive breast surgery including DIEP flap breast reconstruction.

Dr. Couto has published over 20 articles in peer-reviewed journals, published multiple book chapters, and presented at regional, national, and international meetings. He consistently participates in workshops and national meetings to stay up-to-date of the latest advances in surgical and non-surgical treatments.

Our Commitment

At Couto Plastic Surgery, we believe in the transformative power of plastic and reconstructive surgery to enhance the lives of our patients. Dr. Javier A. Couto’s outstanding academic journey, combined with his world-class training, equips him with a unique blend of expertise, artistry, and compassion. His commitment to delivering exceptional care, ensuring patient safety, and achieving outstanding results is the driving force behind our practice.

Couto Plastic Surgery is where academic excellence, comprehensive training, and aesthetic mastery come together, offering you a path to realizing your aesthetic dreams. Dr. Couto’s commitment to perfection and his dedication to the art of plastic and reconstructive surgery make him the exceptional surgeon you can trust.

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