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Alan Durkin, MD, Plastic Surgery, Vero Beach, FL

AlanJDurkinMD

Plastic Surgery Vero Beach, FL

CEO, Medical Director Ocean Drive Plastic Surgery and MedSpa Chairman, Division of Plastic Surgery Cleveland Clinic Indian River Florida Vice Chairman, Department of Surgery, Cleveland Clinic Indian River Florida

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  • Office

    5070 Highway A1a
    Suite A
    Vero Beach, FL 32963
    Phone+1 772-234-3700
    Fax+1 772-234-3770

Summary

  • Dr. Alan Durkin is a Board Certified Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, and owner of Ocean Drive Plastic Surgery and MedSpa, a concierge, beachside medspa and surgery center that combines style and elegance with a state-of-the-art surgical facility, in a warm and luxurious environment. When choosing Dr. Alan Durkin for plastic surgery, you will enjoy the privacy of overnight patient suites, a beachside recovery penthouse condominium, VIP entrances, personailzed medical attention, house calls, and private duty nursing. Futhermore, our center provides ongoing medical skin care and continuity of wellness though our on-site Medical Spa, Laser Facility, Make-Up Studio, and Wellness/Performance Studio.

    Our mission and purpose is to offer every patient the absolute best possible result in the safest possible fashion with the least amount of surgery, down-time, and discomfort- regardless of procedure asked. We believe in minimally invasive approaches to the face, breast, and body. We believe that a combination of superior surgical techniques coupled with proven technology, clear and respectful communication, and a firm dedication towards patient safety and customer service offers our patients both superior outcomes and singular experiences.
    We firmly believe that Plastic Surgery should a journey, not an event. We believe that it is our privilege to take people on this journey, and that it is our responsibility and charge to do everything we can to make the journey pleasant, comfortable, and meaningful. We believe that the patient is our boss, and we look forward to sharing our passion, professionalism, and expertise with everyone we are lucky enough to meet.
  • How to Minimize Breast-Augmentation Scars - NewBeauty

    Dr. Alan Durkin discusses his protocols for reducing breast augmentation scarring.

    Vero Beach plastic surgeon expands to Brevard

    CLOSE Plastic surgeon Dr. Alan Durkin, medical director at Millefiori Medical Skin Rejuvenation in Melbourne....

    'The Judges Want to See Boobs': How the Competitive Fitness Industry Pressures W

    Laurel Awards celebrate local art

    VERO BEACH - The 23rd Laurel Award Celebration was held May 8 at Riverside Theatre. Five winners were named by The Cultural Council of Indian River County.

    Surgeon helps people feel better, inside and out

    Doctor's charitable works give community a 'lift' As one of the country's most-celebrated plastic surgeons, a five-time consecutive Patients' Choice Award...

    Women's Refuge Physicians Symposium

    The Women's Refuge of Vero Beach will host its annual Physicians' Symposium & Luncheon at Oak Harbor Club, organized and sponsored by Dr. Alan Durkin, MD.

    Three Trending Fillers Taking Over the Med Spa Scene

    Alan Durkin, M.D., CEO, and medical director at Ocean Drive Plastic Surgery and Medspa (Vero Beach, FL), shares his thoughts on three trending fillers.

    Man stops breathing; saved by gym owner & doc | All News, Featured News Main, Fe

    Quick thinking and life-support training of island plastic surgeon Dr. Alan Durkin enabled him to save the life of a man in full cardiac arrest at a local gym.

    Alan Durkin Puts the Ahh in Med Spa

    Dr. Alan Durkin Demonstrates Radiesse Injection on Male

    Dr. Alan Durkin demonstrates Radiesse injections on a male patient who wanted to lift and add volume to his face.

    Breast Augmentation Revision in Florida Fitness Model

    A professional fitness model, IFBB pro, and registered nurse relates her experience and results with our Internal Bra technique at Ocean Drive Plastic Surgery.

    Ocean Drive Plastic Surgery & MedSpa | Dr. Alan Durkin Vero Beach FL

    Dr. Alan Durkin shows you why Ocean Drive Plastic Surgery and MedSpa is the premier destination for cosmetic plastic surgery, and nonsurgical rejuvenation.

Education & Training

  • University of South Florida Morsani
    University of South Florida MorsaniResidency, Plastic Surgery - Integrated, 2006 - 2009
  • University of South Florida Morsani
    University of South Florida MorsaniResidency, Surgery, 1999 - 2006
  • University of South Florida Morsani
    University of South Florida MorsaniFellowship, Complex General Surgical Oncology, 2002 - 2004
  • University of South Florida College of Medicine
    University of South Florida College of MedicineClass of 1999
  • University of Miami
    University of MiamiB.S., Biology, Magna Cum Laude, 1990 - 1994

Certifications & Licensure

  • AZ State Medical License
    AZ State Medical License 2022 - 2025
  • FL State Medical License
    FL State Medical License 2007 - 2025
  • NY State Medical License
    NY State Medical License 2022 - 2025
  • CA State Medical License
    CA State Medical License 2022 - 2024
  • American Board of Plastic Surgery Plastic Surgery
  • American Board of Surgery Surgery

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Castle Connolly Who's Who in Plastic Surgery Castle Connolly
  • Laurel Award for Indian River County Cultural Council of Indian River County, 2019
  • Arnold P. Gold Humanism in Medicine Award University of South Florida, 2006
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Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Single-center, prospective comparison of calcium hydroxylapatite and Vycross-20L in midface rejuvenation: Efficacy and patient-perceived value  
    Durkin A, Lackey A, Tranchilla A, Poling M, Glassman G, Woltjen N, Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 11/17/2020

Books/Book Chapters

Authored Content

  • Biologic Mesh in Breast Surgery8/1/2018

Press Mentions

  • How (And Why!) You Should Use Jojoba Oil in Your Beauty Regimen
    How (And Why!) You Should Use Jojoba Oil in Your Beauty RegimenAugust 21st, 2020
  • Tomorrow’s Filler Options Are Here and Include Innovative Ways to Use Fat
    Tomorrow’s Filler Options Are Here and Include Innovative Ways to Use FatNovember 25th, 2019
  • 2019 Laurel Awards Celebration Showcases Richness, Depth of Art and Culture in Indian River County
    2019 Laurel Awards Celebration Showcases Richness, Depth of Art and Culture in Indian River CountyMay 29th, 2019
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Professional Memberships

Other Languages

  • Spanish

Industry Relationships

  • Corporate Consultant, Prollenium2018 - Present
  • Consultant, Musculoskeletal Transplant Foundation2013 - Present
  • Consultant, Merz Aesthetics2012 - Present
  • Consultant, Allergan Breast Aesthetics2012 - 2016