Meet Dr. Keith Jeffords - Plastic Surgeon

Keith Jeffords, M.D., D.D.S. brings an unusual perspective, depth of knowledge and experience to the practice of both plastic surgery and surgery of the head and neck. Dr. Jeffords has lectured to other plastic surgeons in regional, national and international meetings including the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine, the Mexico Academy of Medicine, and the Brazilian Society of Plastic Surgeons. He has been the Moderator since 2018 for the Plastic Surgery University series “Aesthetic Surgery for Men” (a continuing medical education program of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons) and served as faculty member for the ASPS Aesthetica 2018 Symposium.

He has been named one of Atlanta’s “Top Doctors” for 13 consecutive years by Atlanta Magazine. On February 12, 2013, Dr. Jeffords received a “Proclamation” from the Georgia House of Representatives, an unusual honor for a Plastic Surgeon.

He has studied dentistry and medicine and has trained in multiple surgical disciplines. With his unique background, Dr. Jeffords brings a different creativity to the practice of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. Dr. Jeffords has been formally trained in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery as well as Plastic Surgery.

There are fewer than fifty surgeons in the United States with his background. Dr. Jeffords is able to combine techniques from these two specialties for the benefit of his patients.

As an Aesthetic Plastic Surgeon, he seeks creative solutions for each patient’s desires. He can look at both the skeletal and soft tissue needs of his patients and develop a surgical plan for facial reconstruction or rejuvenation. Additionally, Dr. Jeffords has strong interests in facelifts, gynecomastia, breast surgery and body rejuvenation. Dr. Jeffords is noted for Plastic Surgery for Men. His practice is 50% men and he is noted for gynecomastia, liposuction, and facial surgery for men.

A Surgical Maestro

He completed his prerequisite training in General Surgery at Eastern Virginia. Dr. Jeffords completed full residency training in the internationally renowned Plastic Surgery program of the University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Dr. Jeffords has spoken 8 different years at the Annual Session of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) meetings.  Dr. Jeffords was the featured speaker at 2018 Aesthetica Conference of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.  He has been the Moderator for the ASPS University series on “Aesthetic Surgery for Men” since 2018.

He has been a guest speaker for the International Federation of Latin American Plastic Surgery, Pan Pacific Surgical Society, International Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery,  American Brazilian Aesthetics Meeting, American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine, and the Mexican Congress of Anti Aging Medicine,. He has been a Grand Rounds speaker at University of Alabama at Birmingham and Emory University.  Dr. Jeffords has been a Visiting Professor at both the University of Pittsburgh and the University of Texas at San Antonio.  Dr. Jeffords remains active as a speaker in the dental community speaking at regional and national meetings including the Chicago Dental Society, and the Hinman Dental Society and the International Dental Implant Association.

Dr. Jeffords is board certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery.  He is a Castle Connolly “Top Doctor”. Dr. Jeffords has been named 13 consecutive times as a “Top Doctor” by Atlanta Magazine and is the recipient of 2011 Physician Partner in Excellence Award by Wellstar Hospital System. He has received numerous Most Compassionate Doctor and Patients’ Choice Awards. He is listed by Madison Media in “Best Plastic Surgeons in America” since 2012.

Dr. Jeffords is heard frequently on the local TV and radio stations, including WSB 750 Radio, WSB TV Action News, and WXIA News.  He was a guest host on WATC’s “Atlanta Live” for several years. He had a recurring role on 96 Rock with Southside Steve Rickman and Tim Rhodes.

Dr. Jeffords has made several national TV appearances. He has been on CNN Accent Health, CNN Presents and Daystar’s “Celebration with Marcus and Joni Lamb”. With actor Ron Lester, Dr. Jeffords has been seen on Montel Williams Show, Entertainment Tonight and the Discovery Health Channel.

Dr. Jeffords has served on the National Alumni Board of Eastern Virginia Medical School and is member of the “Grammy Award” winning Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Chorus for more than 20 years. He served on the board of the National Brass Symposium, the Business Advisory Board of MonaVie Corporation. Dr. Jeffords is a Medical Consultant for Emvera, a medical device and laser company. Dr. Jeffords is also a trainer for NeoGraft, the first FDA approved automated hair restoration system.

EDUCATION

• M.D., Eastern Virginia Medical School, Norfolk, VA
• D.D.S., Emory University, Atlanta, GA
• B.S., Lee University, Cleveland, TN
• South Cobb High School, Austell, GA

RESIDENCY TRAINING

• Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
  • University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
• Prerequisite General Surgery
  • Eastern Virginia Medical School
  • Norfolk General Hospital, Norfolk, VA
• Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
  • University of Miami, Miami, FL
• General Practice Residency
  • Harvard University, Boston, MA