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December 9, 2024
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Dr. Paul Vanek is a double board-certified expert with deep scientific training, decades of honed surgical experience, and an unwavering reputation for excellence. From earning his MD with “distinction in research” to serving as Chief Surgery Resident, Dr. Vanek brings rigor, skill, and heart to every patient interaction.
Voted “Best of the Best” multiple times, honored for relief work, and devoted to education and innovation, Dr. Vanek is uniquely positioned to write with authority about what really matters in plastic surgery.
Dr. Paul Vanek holds an MD from the University of Rochester School of Medicine. He went on to serve as Chief Surgery Resident at the University of Rochester before completing his fellowship training in plastic surgery at the University of Michigan.
Today, he is double board-certified in both General Surgery and Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery. Beyond his surgical training, Dr. Vanek is also a biochemist and researcher, bringing scientific precision to his medical practice.
What truly sets Dr. Vanek apart is his commitment to patient experience. He prioritizes listening, privacy, sensitivity, and creating an environment where patients feel fully supported throughout their journey.
Outside of the operating room, Dr. Vanek’s passions are just as diverse. He is an avid gardener with a love for orchids, a cyclist and mountain climber who has summited Mt. Kilimanjaro, a skilled marksman, and a proud Eagle Scout. This balance of professional excellence and personal passion reflects his dedication to both science and the human spirit.
