Meet Phoenix Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Leverett
For over 30 years, Dr. Larry C. Leverett has dedicated his career to helping patients look and feel their absolute best. As a board-certified plastic surgeon recognized by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery, Dr. Leverett brings three decades of refined surgical skill, artistic precision, and an unwavering commitment to patient care to every procedure he performs.
Specializing in aesthetic surgery of the breast, body, and face, Dr. Leverett is widely regarded throughout the Phoenix metro for his advanced techniques in tummy tucks, body contouring after massive weight loss, and transformative mommy makeovers. His signature approach to abdominal muscle repair, including triple muscle plication, delivers the dramatic hourglass waistline results that patients travel from across the country to achieve.
What Sets Dr. Leverett Apart
Surgical Expertise Refined Over Three Decades
Patients who have undergone significant weight loss through bariatric surgery or lifestyle changes trust Dr. Leverett to complete their transformation. His expertise in post-bariatric body contouring addresses excess skin and stubborn tissue with meticulous precision, restoring proportion and confidence after dramatic weight loss journeys.
Bedside Manner That Puts Patients First
Beyond his technical mastery, what patients remember most about Dr. Leverett is how he makes them feel. From the very first consultation, he takes the time to listen, ensuring every patient feels heard, understood, and completely at ease. He believes that the decision to pursue surgery is deeply personal, and he treats each conversation with the care and attention it deserves.
Dr. Leverett is known for his warm, straightforward communication style. He walks patients through every detail of their procedure, answers questions with honesty and patience, and ensures that expectations are aligned before moving forward. This philosophy of transparency and education, supported by a nurturing and knowledgeable staff, creates an experience where patients feel confident and cared for at every step.
Areas of Specialty
Dr. Leverett performs a comprehensive range of aesthetic procedures across three core areas:
Body Contouring: Abdominoplasties, including Full, mini, and extended tummy tucks feature triple plication muscle repair for a sculpted hourglass waistline. Lower Body Lift, also known as circumferential tummy tuck or 360 tummy tuck, is a transformative procedure to ……
Arm lifts (brachioplasty) and thigh lifts (thighplasty) are commonly requested by patients following massive weight loss. Liposuction and Brazilian butt lifts (frequently referred to as BBL) refine proportion and enhance curves.
Mommy Makeovers: Customized combination procedures that typically include a tummy tuck with muscle repair?, breast enhancement (augmentation, lift, or both), and liposuction to restore a pre-pregnancy silhouette in a single surgical session.
Breast Surgery: Breast enhancement surgeries include: Augmentation, lifts, reductions, implant revisions and exchanges, and implant removal. Dr. Leverett tailors every breast procedure to the individual, ensuring natural-looking results that complement each patient’s frame.
Gender-Affirming Breast Surgery (Top Surgery): Dr. Leverett provides gender-affirming breast procedures for transgender and non-binary patients, including FTM (female-to-male) top surgery for chest masculinization and MTF (male-to-female) breast augmentation. Each procedure is tailored to align the patient’s physical appearance with their identity, with the same precision, sensitivity, and individualized care that defines every surgery Dr. Leverett performs.
Facial Rejuvenation: Facelifts (including the Deep Plane Facelift), neck lifts, eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty), and brow lifts are designed to refresh and restore a youthful, natural and rejuvenated appearance. Chin augmentation (genioplasty) is a beautiful procedure to refine proportion and define the lower face.
Body Contouring:
- Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) — Full, Mini, and Extended
- Lower Body Lift (Circumferential Abdominoplasty / 360 Tummy Tuck)
- Arm Lift (Brachioplasty)
- Thigh Lift (Thighplasty)
- Liposuction
- Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL)
- Post-Bariatric Body Contouring
Mommy Makeovers:
- Mommy Makeover (combination tummy tuck, breast enhancement, and liposuction)
Breast Surgery:
- Breast Augmentation
- Breast Lift (Mastopexy)
- Breast Reduction
- Breast Implant Revision and Exchange
- Breast Implant Removal (Explant)
Facial Rejuvenation:
- Facelift (Rhytidectomy)
- Deep Plane Facelift
- Neck Lift
- Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)
- Brow Lift
- Chin Augmentation (Genioplasty)
Training and Credentials
Dr. Leverett’s path to becoming one of Phoenix’s most respected plastic surgeons reflects years of rigorous training and a commitment to excellence that continues today. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Georgia and his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia. He completed a general surgery residency at Maricopa Medical Center in Phoenix, followed by a plastic surgery residency at Wright State University. He has authored published plastic surgical manuscripts and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (F.A.C.S.), a distinction awarded to surgeons who have demonstrated the highest standards of surgical practice.
Board Certifications and Memberships
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Board Certifications |
American Board of Plastic Surgery | American Board of Surgery |
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Fellowship |
Fellow, American College of Surgeons (F.A.C.S.) |
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Professional Memberships |
American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) | American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) | Lipoplasty Society | Arizona Society of Plastic Surgeons |
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Education |
University of Georgia (B.S.) | Medical College of Georgia (M.D.) | Maricopa Medical Center (General Surgery Residency) | Wright State University (Plastic Surgery Residency) |
Why Board Certification Matters When Choosing a Plastic Surgeon
Not all doctors who perform cosmetic procedures have completed the specialized training required to be board-certified in plastic surgery. In fact, any licensed physician can legally perform cosmetic surgery without obtaining specific certification in the field. This is why verifying your surgeon’s credentials is one of the most important steps you can take.
The American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS) is the only board recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties for the full scope of plastic and reconstructive surgery. Surgeons certified by the ABPS have completed residencies in both general surgery and plastic surgery, passed rigorous written and oral examinations, and demonstrated competence across the entire spectrum of procedures, from facial rejuvenation to complex body contouring.
Dr. Leverett holds dual board certification from both the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery, giving patients the assurance that their care is in the hands of a surgeon whose training, experience, and ongoing commitment to excellence have been independently verified at the highest level.
You can verify any surgeon’s board certification at CertificationMatters.org, a resource maintained by the American Board of Medical Specialties.
Schedule Your Consultation
Whether you are considering a tummy tuck, mommy makeover, breast surgery, body contouring after weight loss, or facial rejuvenation, Dr. Leverett and the entire Body By Leverett team are here to guide you from your first consultation through recovery and beyond. With more than 30 years of experience, dual board certification, and a genuine dedication to making every patient feel comfortable and confident, Dr. Leverett delivers results that speak for themselves.
Contact Body By Leverett today to schedule your in-office or virtual consultation and discover what’s possible.
