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An Accomplished Plastic Surgeon in Tampa

Dr. Buchanan is widely recognized as one of the best plastic surgeons in Tampa, known for his commitment to excellence in both aesthetic and reconstructive surgery. He is an active member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ASAPS), and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS). Dr. Buchanan's expertise spans a broad spectrum of procedures, and he is also a published author in numerous medical journals and textbooks, covering topics such as facial cosmetic surgery, facial aging, body contouring, and breast surgery.

Highly Educated and Esteemed

Having grown up in Missouri, Dr. Buchanan graduated as valedictorian of his high school class. He then attended undergraduate studies at Truman State University, where he graduated magna cum laude with a major in chemistry and a minor in biology. His medical school degree was obtained from the University of Kansas School of Medicine in Kansas City. After this, he chose to pursue a full 5-year residency training in general surgery in Birmingham, Alabama, where in his final year, he served as Chief Resident. He then chose to pursue an additional 3-year specialty fellowship training in plastic and reconstructive surgery at the prestigious Temple University Medical Center in Philadelphia, where once again, in his final year, he served as Chief Resident.

Meet the Doctor podcast: Dallas Buchanan, MD - Plastic Surgeon in Tampa, Florida

Dallas Buchanan, MD - Plastic Surgeon in Tampa, Florida

Teaching the New Generation

After completing this rigorous training, Dr. Buchanan relocated to Spokane, Washington, where he practiced both reconstructive and cosmetic plastic surgery. During his four years there, he served as an associate clinical professor with the University of Washington School of Medicine, teaching the new generation of young doctors. He also received several accolades during his time there.

Dr. Buchanan was elected as a top 10 plastic surgeon in Washington by the American Institute of Plastic Surgeons for two years in a row (2017-2018). He was selected as RealSelf 500 Top Doctor in 2016 and RealSelf 100 Top Doctor in 2017. He was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society in 2018 for his commitment to scholarship, leadership, professionalism, and service. He relocated to Tampa Bay in 2018 to start his private practice.

In 2018, Dr. Buchanan relocated to Tampa Bay and founded VIVIFY plastic surgery. His practice now focuses on cosmetic plastic surgery of the face, breast, and body. Since moving to Florida, Dr. Buchanan has continued to accrue his accolades, being elected as a “Top 10 Plastic Surgeon” by both the American Institute of Plastic Surgeons and the National Academy of Plastic Surgeons every year from 2019-2026. He was featured in the “Top Docs” issues of both Tampa Magazine and Tampa Style Magazine in 2020 and 2021. He continues to be a “Verified” RealSelf.com doctor and has also built a loyal social media following with over 120K followers on his Instagram profile (@vivifyplasticsurgery).

Dr. Buchanan serves as a member of the Emerging Trends Committee for the ASPS to evaluate new trends in plastic surgery and educate other plastic surgeons. He is also a clinical educator for the University of Tampa PA Program.  

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VIVIFY Practice Philosophy

Dr. Buchanan’s practice philosophy is boutique plastic surgery with a concierge approach. He spends his personal time with all new patients to assess each patient individually and then reviews in detail their specific goals and objectives. He then creates a unique treatment plan for each patient that may include surgical or non-surgical treatments. This personal and hands-on approach is what gives patients at VIVIFY plastic surgery such amazing outcomes and satisfaction that is proven by the over 150 5-star Google reviews.

Dr. Buchanan's Personal Interests

Outside of practicing as a plastic surgeon in Tampa, Dr. Buchanan has a passion for animals. He and his wife have three rescue dogs of their own and also help support several local animal rescue organizations, the Humane Society of Tampa Bay, the SPCA of Tampa Bay, and the Center for Great Apes. He is also a connoisseur of local craft beer and enjoys cooking and playing tennis. 

Dallas and Michelle Buchana with Their Dogs

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Awards and Distinctions

Dr. Dallas Buchanan is honored to have received the following awards and distinctions:

  • "Top 10 in USA," National Academy of Plastic Surgeons, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, & 2023, 2024, 2025, & 2026
  • Clinical Instructor, University of Washington School of Medicine, 2014-2018
  • "Best Plastic Surgery," Spokane Coeur D'Alene Living Magazine, 2014
  • "RealSelf top 500," RealSelf.com, 2016
  • "RealSelf top 100," RealSelf.com, 2017
  • "RealSelf Hall of Fame," RealSelf.com, 2018
  • RealSelf.com VERIFIED doctor
  • "Top 10 in Washington," American Institute of Plastic Surgery, 2017 & 2018
  • "Top Plastic Surgeon," Top Plastic Surgeon Reviews, 2018 & 2019
  • Clinical Instructor, University of Tampa Physician Assistant Program, 2019-2023
  • "Top 10 in Florida," American Institute of Plastic Surgery, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 & 2026
  • Tampa Magazine "Best Plastic Surgeon: Face" & "Best Plastic Surgeon:Body", Top Docs, 2020, 2021, 2025, & 2026
  • Tampa Style Magazine, Top Docs, 2020 & 2021
  • ASPS Emerging Trends Committee Member

Our Advantage

Leading Technology

We believe in using the most modern techniques and approaches to come up with a plan that meets your goals and expectations while achieving outstanding results.

Individualized Care

As a boutique plastic surgery practice, we create care plans that are tailored specifically to each patient by a highly qualified and skilled plastic surgeon in Tampa.

Safety

Board-certified plastic surgeons have the knowledge and skills to perform safe and effective cosmetic procedures. They are trained to manage any complications that may arise during or after the procedure, which can help to minimize the risk of serious complications. As an American Society of Plastic Surgeons member, we only perform surgery in accredited and state-licensed or Medicare-certified surgical facilities.

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Tampa

Board-certified plastic surgeons have completed extensive training in both cosmetic and reconstructive procedures, while a "cosmetic surgeon" may not have the same level of training. They have undergone a rigorous education and training program that includes at least six years of surgical training after medical school, with at least three years of plastic surgery residency training. Additionally, board-certified plastic surgeons have the experience and expertise to deliver high-quality results.

They have a deep understanding of the human body's anatomy and aesthetics, allowing them to create natural-looking results that enhance the patient's appearance. Dr. Buchanan is certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery, the only board recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties that certifies true plastic surgeons through a rigorous and lengthy process.

Curriculum Vitae

Education

  • Truman State University Kirksville, MO 7/1998 to 5/2002
    • Chemistry with minor in Biology
    • BS, Chemistry, magna cum laude
  • University of Kansas School of Medicine Kansas City, KS 7/2002 to 5/2006
    • Physicians Medical Center Carraway 7/2006 to 10/2008
    • General Surgery Resident
  • Baptist Health Systems 10/2008 to 6/2011 General Surgery Resident (Chief Resident 2010/2011)
  • Temple University Health Systems 7/2011 to 6/2014 Philadelphia, PA Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Fellow (Chief Resident 2013/2014)
  • Spokane Plastic Surgeons, P.S. 8/2014 to 7/2018 Spokane, WA
  • Physician / Surgeon
  • VIVIFY plastic surgery, LLC 9/2018 to current Tampa, FL Owner, CEO, & Surgeon

Board Certification

American Board of Plastic Surgery 2015 American Board of Plastic Surgery, Maintenance of Certification 2015-current

Memberships (active)

  • American College of Surgeons
  • American Society of Plastic Surgeons
  • American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons
  • Hillsborough County Medical Society
  • Florida Society of Plastic Surgeons
  • Southeastern Plastic Surgery Society
  • Emerging Trends Committee, ASPS

Clinical/ Educational Appointments

  • Associate Clinical Prof. of Surgery, Univ. of Washington SOM 2016 to 2018

Research/Publications

  • “An In Vitro Comparison of Concentrated Bacitracin Foam for Bacterial Control in the Breast Implant Pocket” Additional Investigators: Victor Perez, M.D. and Adam Newman, M.D.
  • Submitted but not published, Annals of Plastic Surgery, September 2008
  • “Calciphylaxis and Parathyroidectomy: A Case Report and Review of the Literature” Presented at Baptist Health Systems Research Day, April 2009 Presented at Southeastern Surgical Society Annual Meeting, Savannah, GA, 2010
  • “Comparison of Attending and Resident Opinions Regarding Duty-Hours Restrictions in Surgical Resident Training”
  • Presented at Baptist Health System Research Day, April 2010 Awarded 3” place in Surgery
  • “Laparoscopy in Trauma: Blasphemy or Reality?” Presented at Baptist Health Systems Research Day, April 2011 Awarded I" place in Surgery Awarded 1” place overall winner for all residency programs
  • Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Board Review: Pearls of Wisdom, 2” ed. Co-Author, Breast Reduction and Mastopexy Published 2011
  • “Management of Delayed Presentation of Traumatic Forearm Injuries” Presented at Robert H. Ivy Society Annual Meeting, March 2012
  • Pearls and Pitfalls in Cosmetic Oculoplastic Surgery, 2" ed. Co-Author, Preperiosteal Midface Lift Through Transtemporal Approach Published, 2015
  • Clinics in Plastic Surgery 41: Lower Eyelid and Midface Surgery. Co-Author, Chapter 1 - Contemporary Thoughts on Lower Eyelid/Midface Aging Published 2015 (PMID: 25440737)
  • The Corset Monsplasty: A New Technique for Addressing the Mons in Massive Weight Loss Patients Completed but not published, 2015
  • Reduced-port approach to laparoscopic flap harvest (RALFH): An anterior sheath sparing rectus abdominis flap. J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg. 2017 Feb 16. (PMID: 28238721)
  • Use of bupivacaine liposomal (Exparel) in tissue expander breast reconstruction IRB approved, Manuscript submitted but not published, University of Washington

Educational Courses

  • Lifecell Surgical Solutions Symposium March 8-9, 2013
  • AOTrauma - Hand and Wrist Comprehensive Fracture Management April 10-13, 2014
  • DePuy Synthes Bioskills Lab June 21, 2014 Allergan RESTORE Bioskills Cadaver Lab May 8-9, 2015
  • Summit in Aesthetic Medicine (Newport Beach, CA) June 3-4, 2016 Pre-pectoral Breast Reconstruction Preceptorship (w/ Dr. Allen Gabriel) July 18-19, 2016 Mentor MemoryShape Breast Implant Preceptorship (w/ Dr. Dennis Hammond) September 11-12, 2016 Lifecell Breast Reconstruction Bioskills Lab October 7-8, 2016 ASAPS Technical Courses (ASAPS Annual Meeting): April 27 — May 2, 2017 Allergan “Ahead Of The Curve” Annual Thought Leaders Conference June 2-4, 2017
  • ASPS Technical Courses (ASPS Annual Meeting): October 6-10, 2017 Allergan Breast Surgeons / Plastic Surgeons Cooperative Forum November 17-18, 2017 Allergan Cohesive Implant Advisory Board November 18, 2017 ASPS Technical Courses (ASPS Annual Meeting): Sept. 28 — Oct. 1, 2018 Life-Long Learning Exercise (L?E): Aesthetic In-Service (ASPS) July 29, 2019 ASAPS Meeting 20/20 April 25, 2020 ASPS Spring Meeting March 20, 2021

Lectures, Committees, & Nominations

  • Nomination as Resident Representative to the ASPS/PSF Board of Directors 2014
  • ASPS Emerging Trends Committee 2016-current ASPS Hot Topics Planning Committee 2016-current Post-Bariatric Body Contouring 2015-2017
  • (Invited Lectures, Rockwood Bariatrics, Spokane, WA)
  • Cosmetic Surgery Lecture Series 2016-2018 (Invited Lectures, Face Techniques, Hayden, ID)
  • Breast Reconstruction: Modern Techniques for Restoring Femininity January 10, 2017 (Invited Lecture, AORN Inland Empire Chapter, Spokane, WA)
  • Use of Bupivacaine Liposomal in Tissue Expander Breast Reconstruction October 6, 2017 (Invited Lecture, American Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting, Orlando, FL)
  • EHR WARS: Compare/Contrast Different Systems In A Plastic Surgery Practice September 28, 2018 (Invited Lecture, American Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting, Chicago, IL)
  • Breast Reconstruction: State of the Art October 24, 2018 (Invited Lecture, University of Tampa, APRN Training Program, Tampa, FL)
  • Preparing for the Holidays: What’s New in Skin Care and Facial Rejuvenation |= November 7, 2018 (Invited Lecture, Tomlin St Cyr Real Estates, Tampa, FL)
  • Facial Cosmetic Surgery: What Is New and What Is Tested? June 26, 2019 (Invited Lecture, Redefine Beauty Aesthetics, Brandon, FL)
  • Starting a Private Practice (Over Starting Over) October 17, 2020 (Invited Lecture, ASPS Virtual Meeting)
  • Utilizing Technology To Optimize Outcomes in Breast Surgery August 18, 2021 (Invited Lecture, Arizona Society of Plastic Surgeons)
  • Update on RHA Fillers October 18, 2021 (Invited Lecture, Hot Topics, ASPS)
  • On Your Mark, Get Set, Go! Marking Your Patients, a Live Panel October 30, 2021 (Inv, ASPS Meeting, Atlanta, GA)

Words from our patients

Brenda Lee

First and foremost Dr. Buchanan is the best plastic surgeon. I needed my implants to be removed and had other consultations, but no one was making me feel comfortable enough to proceed. Until I found Vivify! I called and left a message for a call back from the...

Joanne Giorgetti

I felt confident from my first consultation that Dr Buchanan was the plastic surgeon I needed to do my procedure. He and his staff took the time to explain to me my options and made recommendations on what they thought would be best for me. The entire process ...

Mary Gleason

Dr. Buchanan and his staff are amazing! I researched several different doctors and facilities to have my breast augmentation done, but knew after my consultation that this was the place for me. I can be very indecisive at times but he was not only patient with...

Brianna

Dr. Buchanan is amazing! He is extremely comforting and gave me exactly what I wanted. He really took the time to answer all my questions and took care of all my needs post surgery. Everyone here is so nice, they treat you like family. Best decision I ever mad...

Megan Goldich

As a nurse in the healthcare field I know the signs of a good surgeon when I see one. After consulting with a few others and by word of mouth (from a few other nurses who used him) I decided to meet Dr. Buchanan. Finding a good surgeon who is also personable i...

Jislayne Harrison

Dr.Buchanan is the Top Notch all around!! From the first appointment, to surgery and follow up his services and care was A+! Dr. Buchanan cares and listens carefully. He will give you all your options and is very detailed, so you will have all the information ...

Kara Mize

Dr. Buchanan is an excellent surgeon as well as a very caring doctor. He is very supportive, friendly, knowledgeable and has a very efficient clinic and office staff that are kind, extremely helpful, and incredibly professional. They all made my experience won...

M R

I'd like to say Dr.Buchanan is an awesome surgeon he did my Breast implant removal and left and I am pleased with My results He also did an upper lip lift on me In which I love the result of my lips looking Beautiful, not thin anymore up top. I am having to do...

Kendra Stevens

Dr. Buchanan and his staff were so incredible to me, from start to finish throughout my surgery process. When I first called to set up my consultation, the patient coordinator, Jessica, went beyond to answer any questions that I had and provided a clear overvi...

Bri Atchison

Cannot recommend Dr. Buchanan and his staff highly enough. Not only extremely helpful but also knowledgeable - PLEASE do your research on surgeons and if they are actually board certified. I came to Dr Buchanan years after surgery with a widely known surgeon b...

Jeanna Parker

Dr. Dallas and his team are simply the best. They are so nice and welcoming to me and my husband whenever we visit. My surgical journey has been stellar. After losing weight, I chose Vivify Plastic Surgery to help me on the next step of my journey which was th...

Jo Kennedy

Dr. Buchanan did an breast implant removal and a lift on me. I had absolutely no problems of any kind and the results exceeded my expectations. He is a very kind and professional surgeon. I have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending him to anyone. All o...

Erica Augello

Dr. Buchanan and his staff are absolutely wonderful! I have been debating about undergoing a cosmetic procedure for years and have consulted with several practices in the Tampa Bay Area. Not until I met with Jess and Dr. Buchanan did I feel confident and comf...

Jordyn T_Fit

I had the absolute pleasure of working with Dr. Buchanan. Right from the start him and his staff were so welcoming, so willing to answer any and every question I had, & overall made me feel comfortable to the second I did my consultation to my follow up appoin...

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