Dr. Paul Durand

Dr. Paul D. Durand is a board-certified Cleveland Clinic-trained plastic and reconstructive surgeon who specializes in aesthetic and reconstructive procedures of the face and body at Careaga Plastic Surgery in Miami, Florida. Born in Miami and raised in Peru, Dr. Durand has maintained strong connections to both his American training and Latin American heritage, inspiring his passion for international humanitarian work.

Dr. Durand earned his medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine before being selected for one of the highly competitive Integrated Plastic Surgery residency positions at the Cleveland Clinic, consistently ranked among the top hospitals in the world by U.S. News and World Report. During his six-year residency training from 2013-2019, he served as chief resident in his final year and was exposed to a comprehensive range of cosmetic and reconstructive cases.

During his training at the Cleveland Clinic, Dr. Durand gained extraordinary experience participating in groundbreaking procedures, including actively participating in two face transplants as part of the surgical team that performed the first face transplant in the United States. This exposure to the most complex reconstructive procedures provided him with unparalleled surgical skills and deep understanding of facial anatomy and reconstruction.

Dr. Durand's expertise encompasses aesthetic procedures of the face, breast, and body, as well as advanced non-invasive procedures including injectables and laser treatments. He has developed particular expertise in facial rejuvenation, breast surgery, and rhinoplasty, with special recognition for his contributions to modern rhinoplasty techniques. His research and clinical work have led to publications on innovative approaches including the role of septal extension versus columellar grafts and the importance of dorsal aesthetic lines in rhinoplasty.

As an internationally recognized expert, Dr. Durand serves as faculty at prestigious conferences worldwide. He has lectured extensively in China, presenting on advanced rhinoplasty techniques at AsBeaut Hospital in Chongqing, and has been a featured instructor at the Dallas Cosmetic Surgery and Medicine Meeting and Dallas Rhinoplasty Meeting. His expertise in "liquid rhinoplasty" and non-surgical facial enhancement has positioned him at the forefront of modern aesthetic medicine.

Dr. Durand maintains active involvement in humanitarian work, having completed his seventh cleft surgery mission trip in South America. This commitment to service reflects his dedication to using his surgical skills to help underserved populations, particularly in his ancestral homeland of Peru through partnerships with organizations including Rotaplast International and PAMS surgical missions.

Board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Dr. Durand holds multiple state medical licenses and is a member of prestigious organizations including the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, and American Society of Maxillofacial Surgery. His combination of world-class training, innovative techniques, and compassionate care has established him as one of Miami's leading plastic surgeons.