Dr. John Mesa is a board-certified plastic surgeon specializing in advanced facial contouring, including buccal fat removal, chin liposuction, and facelifts. Practicing in New York City, New Jersey, and Miami, he is sought after by patients worldwide for his precise technique and refined aesthetic vision.

Renowned for his meticulous attention to detail, Dr. Mesa creates results that appear effortless—naturally sculpted, refreshed, and timeless. His approach emphasizes balance and harmony, elevating each patient’s features without sacrificing authenticity.

Dr. Mesa is also recognized for his innovative fully awake facelift and neck lift techniques, performed comfortably under local anesthesia. This cutting-edge approach represents a modern evolution in cosmetic surgery, delivering transformative outcomes with enhanced safety and recovery.

Trained at some of the world’s most respected institutions—including Harvard—Dr. Mesa brings an exceptional depth of expertise to aesthetic plastic surgery. Born and raised in Colombia, he blends technical excellence with the warmth and attentiveness of Latin culture, creating a patient-centered experience rooted in trust and compassion.

Dr. Mesa earned his medical degree from the Universidad de Antioquia in Colombia and completed general surgery training at Harvard’s Brigham and Women’s Hospital, followed by plastic surgery residency at Penn State University. He went on to complete advanced fellowship training in craniofacial surgery at the University of Michigan, aesthetic surgery at the University of Alabama at Birmingham and plastic surgery research at Harvard’s Massachusetts General Hospital.

Dedicated to helping patients look and feel their best, Dr. Mesa empowers them with renewed confidence to thrive personally, socially, and professionally.

Education and Training

• Harvard General Surgery Residency Program
• Penn State University Plastic Surgery Residency Program
• Harvard Plastic Surgery Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship
• University of Michigan Craniofacial Surgery Fellowship Program
• University of Alabama Aesthetic (Cosmetic) Surgery Fellowship Program

Professional Memberships

• Member, American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
• Member, American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS)
• Member, American Society of Maxillofacial Surgeons (ASMS)
• Member, Plastic Surgery Research Council (ASMS)
• Member, Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons (NESPS)
• Educational Committee Member, American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
• Patient Safety Committee Member, American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS)
• Educational Committee Member, American Society of Maxillofacial Surgeons (ASMS)
• Past Resident and Fellows Representative Board Member, American Society of Maxillofacial Surgeons (ASMS)
• Member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS)