Plastic Surgery in Asheville, NC
Dr. Halvorson is thrilled to be practicing plastic surgery in Asheville after a decade in academic practice at UNC Chapel Hill and Brigham & Women’s Hospital / Harvard Medical School. He is a double board-certified plastic surgeon with particular expertise in cosmetic surgery, plastic surgery of the breast, and skin cancer reconstruction. He has won numerous teaching awards, was a residency program and fellowship director, and has presented and published his research extensively. His warm, honest, and caring bedside manner makes patients know they are in the hands of someone they can trust.
- Education – Bates College, Duke University School of Medicine
- Training – Brown University, Lahey Clinic, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
- Certification – American Board of Plastic Surgery, American Board of Surgery
THE ARTISTRY OF EXPERIENCE
We offer the full spectrum of plastic surgery in Asheville, NC, based on excellent training, a decade of experience at two of the nation’s best hospitals, and current scientific evidence. We promise a warm and friendly experience for our patients, yet we are equally dedicated to providing outstanding results using proven techniques. We do not believe in offering procedures that give marginal results or treatments that rely on marketing to draw patients in without supportive data. In short, we will not provide services that we wouldn’t offer to our friends and family.
RECONSTRUCTIVE PLASTIC SURGERY IN ASHEVILLE, NC
Minor or major, thoughtfulness in everything we do.

MEET DR. HALVORSON
Dr. Halvorson is thrilled to be practicing plastic surgery in Asheville after a decade in practice and teaching at UNC Chapel Hill and Brigham & Women’s Hospital / Harvard Medical School. He is a double board-certified plastic surgeon with expertise in cosmetic surgery, plastic surgery of the breast, and skin cancer reconstruction. As a member and immediate past Chair of the ASPS Comprehensive Inservice Examination Committee, Dr. Halvorson is responsible for writing part of the annual examination given to all US plastic surgery trainees and practicing plastic surgeons.
- Education – Bates College, Duke University School of Medicine
- Training – Brown University, Lahey Clinic, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
- Certification – American Board of Plastic Surgery, American Board of Surgery
Testimonials
“Dr. Halvorson erased a decade of embarrassment and discomfort with his amazing talent to reconstruct my body which ultimately restored my spirit for living. My recovery time was great and even 3 years later local physicians and other medical personnel continue to be AMAZED by the natural and beautiful outcome of his work. I highly recommend Dr. Halvorson.”
“You and your staff have done an excellent job! The follow up has been amazing! Dr Halvorson was very informative on the procedure.”
“I did not have any pain after surgery. Things healed nicely and I don’t look like I had surgery. Great job!”
“I have never been treated so nicely by a doctor. Thank you!”
“The team is very professional and the clinic is very patient-centric. Dr Halvorson did not make me feel rushed. His priority was to inform me of my options and I felt comfortable talking to him.”
“Dr Halvorson came to Asheville with over 10 years of clinical experience and research focused on improving outcomes. I am pleased with the outcome of my surgery!”
“He is caring and the whole process was so much easier to deal with because of his easy going nature. I cannot thank him enough for helping me during one of the hardest times in my life!”
“I had superb care from beginning to end. He was kind, compassionate and helped me every step of the way. I never felt rushed in his office and he personally answered every email and call I made to him.”
“Your kindness, great skill, and listening are greatly appreciated! You did exactly what I wanted and I am more than happy with the results. I am so very grateful that there is someone like you in this world.”
“Dr Halvorson made me feel comfortable in his office and during each surgery I had. He always made time for me in my follow-up visits. After everything was finished the outcome has been amazing!”
“A wonderful place to go in your time of need! Great doctor, team, and surgery. Great results – thank you!”
“After a terrible and painful experience with another surgeon I was able to get a next-day appointment with Dr Halvorson. I immediately knew he had the skill and experience I needed and I have not been disappointed!”
“Breast cancer is a very trying experience, but with the professional and courteous care given during this time by Dr Halvorson and his staff, it made my journey through this nightmare actually very pleasurable. I am grateful to God for sending me to such a wonderful facility.”
“Dr. Halvorson’s commitment to his patients and their aesthetic success, supportive yet straight forward demeanor, and willingness to listen, has truly given me the ability to move forward with my life, confident that I’ve received the best possible outcome, from an incredible doctor who genuinely cares.”
“In a sea of impressively qualified plastic surgeons, to stand out as one of Boston’s best requires someone who runs the gamut – innovative talent, genuine compassion, and steadfast integrity. Crossing paths with Dr. Halvorson in 2014 was the best decision I could have made in my two-year reconstructive journey through breast cancer.”
“Dr Halvorson is an outstanding plastic surgeon. His experience and knowledge made a stressful time much easier to work through. I am very pleased with my results!”
“Dr Halvorson explained how he would perform the surgery very clearly. I appreciated the time and attention in answering my questions and concerns. I couldn’t have asked for a better result!”
“Thank you for the great care you all provided me during this very difficult time. I’m thankful for the generosity you extended to me, I don’t take it lightly. My prayer is that the Lord will bless this entire practice for what you’ve done.”
“Thank you for your willingness to take on a patient in tremendous pain without a diagnosis. Without your wisdom and kindness I may not be here today. I shall forever be grateful for you! You are the epitome of what a great doctor should be.”
“I can’t thank you enough for the care. I feel so blessed to have fallen into such skilled and compassionate hands!”
“Thank you again and again for giving me back my smile. You have positively impacted my life more than you’ll ever know. You turned my life around. Actually, you gave it back to me/us.”
“I cannot thank you enough for getting me to where I am today. I had almost given up hope of having a “decent pair” but what I have now, thanks to your skill and expertise, is amazing. You are an amazing man with incredible skills and I’m so very grateful for everything you have done for me.”
“Dr Halvorson is an experienced expert in his field. He provided ample information and answered all questions. He is always professional, caring, and willing to listen. The outcomes have exceeded my expectations!”
“I knew the results would be transformative, but WOW! I couldn’t have accounted for the mental and emotional boost.”
“I feel freed from burdens, excited about the rest of my life, massively grateful, and like ME. I was under there all the time!”
“Every single person at the surgery center was an absolute delight to work with.”
“Loving my body. I’m so appreciative of how much you were able to change and enhance my life.”

Top Doctor North Carolina
Dr. Halvorson was selected by his peers across the state as a “top doctor” in plastic and reconstructive surgery.
Rankings compiled by Business NC Magazine, 2020.


BEST OF ASHEVILLE
Dr. Halvorson was selected as a 2022 Gold Winner in cosmetic surgery by the Best of Asheville Media Group.
Winners were determined by a community vote with more than 2,300 businesses and individuals on the ballot.


CONTACT DR. HALVORSON FOR PLASTIC SURGERY IN ASHEVILLE, NC
Dr. Halvorson believes in a patient-centered approach to plastic surgery. By creating individualized treatment plans for each patient, Dr. Halvorson and his team can provide natural results that last for the long term. Contact us to schedule your consultation and learn more about the Halvorson Plastic Surgery process.