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title: "Dr. Russel Palmer Fort Lauderdale & Boca Raton Plastic Surgery"
description: "Palmer Cosmetic Surgery is Fort Lauderdale's leading provider for plastic surgery. Dr. Russel Palmer can create personalized treatment plans to achieve your goals. Learn more!"
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last_reviewed: "2026-11-06"
practice:
  name: "Palmer Cosmetic Surgery"
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    locality: "Fort Lauderdale"
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  job_title: "Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon"
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  medical_specialty: "PlasticSurgery"
  telephone: "+19549895001"
  url: "https://palmercosmeticsurgery.com/about-us/dr-palmer/"
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Russel Palmer, MD

# Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon in Ft. Lauderdale

Dr. Palmer is one of the top plastic surgeons in Florida. Known for his impeccable safety record, dedication to patient safety, natural-looking results, and advanced surgical techniques, you can trust Dr. Palmer and his team to provide exceptional care throughout your surgical journey.

[Book your consultation](https://palmercosmeticsurgery.com/)

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UNPARALLELED EXPERIENCE

## About Dr. Palmer

Dr. Palmer is a graduate of the [University of Miami Medical School](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leonard_M._Miller_School_of_Medicine). He completed his internship and general surgery residency at Beth Israel Hospital, Harvard Medical School where he was appointed and served as the surgical chief resident. After completing his general surgical training at [Beth Israel Hospital, a Harvard University](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beth_Israel_Deaconess_Medical_Center) teaching hospital, Dr. Palmer moved to California, where he completed his plastic surgery residency at the [UCLA Medical Center](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/UCLA_Health).

Following his graduation from UCLA, Dr. Palmer completed a microsurgical and hand surgery fellowship and served as a clinical assistant professor in the Division of Plastic Surgery at UCLA. Dr. Palmer then moved to Hollywood, FL, where he started his private practice.

![Dr. Russel Palmer, plastic surgeon, smiling in dark scrubs against a black background](https://a-us.storyblok.com/f/1022946/1491x1533/96db427e0c/russel-palmer-md-square.jpg)

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### Education

*    Undergraduate: BS, University of Miami, FL

*    Medical: MD, University of Miami School of Medicine, FL

### Postgraduate education

*    Residencies:

    *   General Surgery, Harvard Medical School

    *   Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, UCLA Medical Center

*    Fellowship: Microsurgery, UCLA Medical Center

### Board certifications

*   Board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery

### Memberships

*   American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)

### Hospital privileges

*   Memorial Regional Hospital

*   Memorial Hospital South

### Awards

*   The Best Doctors in America

*   America's Top Plastic Surgeons

*   America's Top Surgeons

*   President of the Broward County Society of Plastic Surgeons

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EXPERTISE MEETS COMPASSIONATE CARE

## Why Choose Dr. Palmer?

Dr. Palmer treats every patient as he would a friend or family member, providing the same level of world-class care and service to every person who enters his clinic. He is personally involved in every phase of your care, providing unlimited follow-up visits, 24/7 contact in case of patient concerns, and same-day appointments for urgent concerns. With thousands of surgeries performed, his advanced techniques allow for natural-looking results with minimal discomfort during recovery.

[Contact Us](https://palmercosmeticsurgery.com/contact/)

![Before and after side profile photos of a woman's nose](https://a-us.storyblok.com/f/1022946/730x906/13a859582e/rhinoplasty-results.jpg)

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Testimonials

## What Our Patients Are Saying

I have gone to Dr. Palmer for several procedures over the years and have always been very pleased with the results. He listens to what you would like to achieve, then provides his recommendations.

The doctor has a wonderful beside manner. Friendly, knowledgeable staff. Amazing patient care!

Dr. Palmer has given me a new beginning and the confidence I needed with my body. I've recommended several other people.