“Giving back to my local community and the worldwide community by devoting my time, knowledge and skills to help those in need is very rewarding. This experience has taught me the value of being a good listener and respecting the opinions of others. Being a good listener is important in understanding the individual needs of patients, and makes it easier to share with patients the many plastic surgery options available to them. I believe in giving patients as much information as possible so that they can make the right decisions about expectations and results. I would consider it a privilege to work with you and help you reach your appearance goals.” ~Dr. Lawrence C. Kurtzman
Dr. Kurtzman received his medical degree from Hahnemann University Medical School, Philadelphia, PA in 1981, completed his residency in general surgery in 1985 and completed his residency in plastic and reconstructive surgery in 1987. Dr. Kurtzman is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and a member of the prestigious American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ASAPS).
In addition to his outstanding credentials, Dr. Kurtzman is medical director for Operation Smile, a not-for-profit, volunteer medical services organization that provides reconstructive facial surgery to underprivileged children and young adults in 16 developing nations. Dr. Kurtzman also trains physicians in the Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky area on the safety and use of BOTOX® Cosmetic, Latisse®, Juvéderm®, and several other injectables. In 2002, Dr. Kurtzman was awarded the World Journey of Hope humanitarian award for his contributions to this organization.
Certification
American Board of Plastic Surgery, 1991
National Instructor (Specialized Training)
- Sculptra® National Trainer
- BOTOX® Cosmetic National Trainer
- Juvéderm® National Trainer
- Kybella® National Trainer
- Restylane® & Restylane® Lyft National Trainer
- Volbella® National Trainer
- Latisse® National Trainer
- Voluma® National Trainer
- Dysport® National Trainer
Professional Affiliations
Operation Smile Medical Director
Operation Smile is a not-for-profit, volunteer medical services organization that provides reconstructive facial surgery to underprivileged children and young adults in 16 developing nations. Dr. Kurtzman has traveled more than twenty times and performed over 500 pro-bono reconstructive operations on children in the Philippines, Liberia, The West Bank, Ghana, Colombia, Kenya, Morocco, Peru, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, and Vietnam.
President – Local Washington Park, Low Income Housing Board
Team Plastic Surgeon
- Cincinnati Reds, 1997 – Present
- Cincinnati Cyclones, 2002 – 2010
- Cincinnati Swarm, 2003 – 2005
- Cincinnati Mighty Ducks, 1997 – 2002
- Consultant to ATP Tennis Tour, 2002 – 2015
Honors, Distinctions, and Awards
- Best Plastic Surgery Practice by Consumer’s Choice, 2014
- Best Solo Practice in Cincinnati, City Beat Magazine, 2013
- Cincinnati Magazine’s “Top Docs” for Cosmetic Plastic Surgery – 2008, 2010, 2013, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022
- Cincinnati Business Courier Healthcare Hero Finalist, 2010
- Distinguished Alumnus of The Year, Hahnemann University Medical School, 2010
- National Humanitarian of the Year Award, American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, 2008
- Daniel Drake Humanitarian Award Academy of Medicine in Cincinnati, 2006
- Operation Smile “World Journey of Hope” humanitarian award, 2002
- “Best Plastic Surgeon” East Side by Cincinnati Magazine, 2003
- Chairman – Plastic Surgery In-Service Exam, 2000 – 2008
- Board Examiner, Plastic Surgery Oral Certification Exam, 2002 – Present
Licensure
State of Kentucky – 1994
State of Ohio – 1989
Medical Education
Medical Degree- Hahnemann University Medical School,
Philadelphia, PA, 1981
Residencies
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – Eastern Virginia Graduate School of Medicine,
Norfolk Virginia, 1987
General Surgery – Hahnemann University Medical School,
Philadelphia, PA, 1981 – 1985
Fellowships
Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
Dr. Baker, Dr. Gordon and Dr. Stuzin, Miami, Florida, 1988
Oculoplastic and Maxillofacial Surgery,
Eastern Virginia Graduate School of Medicine, Norfolk, Virginia, 1988