Top Surgery Surgeons
Gender-affirming Top Surgery is increasingly common, but finding the right surgeon can still feel overwhelming. The providers below are experienced and highly qualified in plastic, reconstructive, and cosmetic surgery, with a strong focus on Top Surgery. Explore each surgeon's profile to learn about their education, training, and expertise, and to find the surgeon who best aligns with your Top Surgery goals.
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Featured Surgeons
Dr. Charles Garramone
Davie, FL
Dr. Garramone is internationally recognized as one of the most experienced and trusted Top Surgery surgeons in the world. He made history as the first surgeon in the United States to dedicate his practice to Top Surgery. Patients often refer to the distinctive results as the "Garramone Chest" due to the recognizable high quality and symmetry of his work. More »
The Garramone Center
4725 SW 148TH Ave, Suite 202
Davie, Florida 33330
954-752-7842
DrGarramone.com
Board-certified; free phone appointment.
Dr. Scott Mosser
San Francisco, CA
Dr. Mosser is an award-winning plastic surgeon in San Francisco has more than 15 years of experience performing Top Surgery. Dr. Mosser is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgeons, Medical Director of the Gender Institute at Saint Francis Memorial Hospital, and a member of WPATH. He is well-known for consistently excellent Top Surgery results and was among the first surgeons to offer Sensory Nerve Preservation. More »
Delivering consistently excellent Top Surgery results for over 15 years. Located in San Francisco.
Dr. Mosser is a board-certified plastic surgeon in San Francisco with more than 15 years of experience in gender-affirming top surgery. An expert in all major techniques, he was among the first surgeons to introduce sensory nerve preservation for top surgery. He also serves as Medical Director of the Gender Institute at Saint Francis Memorial Hospital.
Dr. Walter Lin
San Francisco, CA
Dr. Lin is a fellowship-trained Plastic Surgeon in San Francisco who performs Top Surgery. His expertise in microsurgical breast reconstruction has shaped his approach to gender-affirming care and led to the co-development of a novel nerve transfer technique designed to preserve chest sensation after Top Surgery. He joined the Buncke Clinic and the San Francisco Transgender Institute in 2017. More »
Fellowship-trained, exceptionally skilled plastic surgeon with deep expertise in gender surgery.
Dr. Lin is a fellowship-trained Plastic Surgeon in San Francisco who performs Top Surgery. Drawing on his background in microsurgical reconstruction of the breast, he co-developed a novel nerve transfer technique to help preserve chest sensation after Top Surgery. In his 2025 study of 27 patients, the technique proved safe, did not affect appearance, and showed early signs of improved sensation.
The Buncke Clinic
45 Castro St, Ste 121
San Francisco, California 94114
415-684-5206
www.buncke.org
Board-certified; WPATH member; in-person or phone consultations; uses Informed consent (doesn't require a letter); wait list one month.
Dr. Rachel Bluebond-Langner
New York, NY
Dr. Bluebond-Langner is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon specializing in gender-affirming surgeries at NYU Langone Health in New York City. As a leader in transgender surgical research and innovation, Dr. Bluebond-Langner actively develops and studies new techniques to optimize patient safety, outcomes, and satisfaction. Her work has introduced several novel procedures, including Nipple-Preserving Inferior Ellipse Top Surgery—a technique that offers improved chest contouring while preserving nipple sensation and aesthetics. More »
NYU Langone Plastic Surgery Associates
222 East 41st St., 7th Flr.
New York, New York 10017
646-501-4449
www.nyulangone.org
Board-certified; WPATH member; BMI limit of 40.
Dr. Alvina Won
Shoreline, WA
Dr. Won is a board-certified cosmetic surgeon who is committed to providing the highest quality of care in a welcoming environment for all of her Top Surgery patients. Dr. Won gained significant experience with Top Surgery during a year-long fellowship in 2018/2019. Dr. Won now devotes part of her Seattle-area practice to performing gender-affirming surgeries, including Top Surgery and Body Masculinization. More »
19930 Ballinger Way NE
Shoreline, Washington 98155
425-977-2779
drwoncosmeticsurgery.com
Board-certified Cosmetic Surgeon; virtual and in-person consultations, free if using insurance, $150 if paying out-of-pocket.
Dr. John Whitehead
Miami, FL
The only practice in Miami that is 100% dedicated to gender-affirming surgery.
Dr. Whitehead's Restore Medical Center is the only practice in Miami that is 100% dedicated to gender-affirming surgery. Dr. Whitehead was trained in Top Surgery by Dr. Harold Reed, who performed gender surgeries for decades at a time when there were few surgeons in the field. Dr. Whitehead is board-certified in both general surgery and critical care. More »
Restore Med Center
1111 Kane Concourse, Ste #311
Bay Harbor Islands, Florida 33154
305-865-2000
www.RestoreMedCenter.com
Board-certified; $250 consult fee.
Dr. Laurel Chandler
Darien, CT
Dr. Chandler is a Harvard fellowship-trained plastic surgeon who has received specialty training in Top Surgery from some of the best experts in the field. Based in Fairfield County, Connecticut, Dr. Chandler provides personalized care for a diverse range of patients, up to 90% of whom are transgender or non-binary. More »
Specialty training in Top Surgery, Connecticut practice dedicated to gender-affirming care.
Chandler Plastic Surgery
777 Post Rd, Ste 304
Darien, Connecticut 06820
203-423-3132
www.topsurgeryconnecticut.com
Fellowship-trained; board-certified; WPATH member; no BMI limit; uses informed consent (no letter requirement); wait list 2-3 months; $200 consult fee.
Dr. Daniel Medalie
Cleveland, OH
Dr. Medalie is a board certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon who has been performing Top Surgery since 1996. Based in the Cleveland area, Dr. Medalie is one of the best known and most experienced Top Surgery surgeons in the United States. His consistently natural-looking results, along with trans-friendly staff, have made Dr. Medalie a popular choice within the transmasculine community for many years. More »
Very experienced Top Surgery surgeon providing natural-looking results since 1996.
Cleveland Plastic Surgery
25700 Science Park Dr
Landmark Centre, Ste 190
Beachwood, Ohio 44122
216-393-9924
www.clevelandplasticsurgery.com
Board-certified; in-person or phone consultations for $90; age 18 and over only; wait list 3-4 months following consult.
Dr. Paul Steinwald
Denver, CO
Dr. Steinwald has performed hundreds of Top Surgeries over the last 25 years. He is known for pioneering the Inverted-T procedure, a method designed to preserve as much nipple/areola sensation as possible. People come from around the world to see Dr. Steinwald and to have this specific procedure done. More »
More than 25 years of experience performing Top Surgery. Based in Denver.
501 S Cherry St, Ste 900
Denver, Colorado 80246
Toll-free: 877-255-2600
Local: 303-278-2600
www.topftmsurgery.com
Double-board certified; uses informed consent (no letter requirement); consultation fee $75; minimum age 18; pioneered the Inverted-T procedure.
Dr. Johnson Lee
Beverly Hills, CA
Dr. Lee is a Johns Hopkins–trained, board-certified plastic surgeon in Beverly Hills specializing in top surgery for trans men and nonbinary patients. He performs both double incision and peri-areolar techniques, with surgical planning tailored to each patient’s anatomy, chest proportions, and transition goals to create natural-looking masculine chest contours. More »
Fellowship-trained plastic surgeon in Beverly Hills, in-network with Blue Shield of CA.
433 N Camden Dr., Ste 500
Beverly Hills, California 90210
310-550-2200
www.drjohnsonlee.com
In-network with Blue Shield of California; $250 in-person and virtual consultations (fee waived for in-network patients); wait times are 2 weeks for consult, surgery dates 4-6 weeks later.
Dr. Beina Azadgoli
Beverly Hills, CA
Dr. Azadgoli is a Beverly Hills-based plastic and reconstructive surgeon who provides gender-affirming surgical care for transgender and non-binary patients seeking top surgery. Dr. Azadgoli offers Sensory Nerve Preservation, a specialized technique that reconnects nerves to the nipple graft allowing for a faster and more reliable return of sensation. More »
Known for precision and artistry, offers Sensory Nerve Preservation. Los Angeles area.
Dr. Azadgoli is a Beverly Hills–based plastic and reconstructive surgeon who provides gender-affirming surgical care for transgender and non-binary patients seeking top surgery. At The Practice Healthcare, she and her colleagues commonly use the Sensory Nerve Preservation technique for both gender-affirming and cisgender mastectomy procedures.
The Practice Healthcare
436 N Bedford Dr, Ste 103
Beverly Hills, California 90210
310-278-8200
thepracticehealthcare.com
Dr. Nicholas Bene
Palo Alto, CA
Dr. Bene is a board-certified Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon and the Director of Gender Affirmation Surgery at Stanford Medicine. He is fellowship-trained in Advanced Gender Affirmation Surgery and specializes in top surgery. He is one of only a handful of surgeons offering Sensory Nerve Preservation, a technique designed to improve sensory outcomes. More »
Director of Gender Affirmation Surgery at Stanford, offers Sensory Nerve Preservation.
Dr. Bene is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Director of Gender Affirmation Surgery at Stanford Medicine. He provides the full spectrum of gender-affirming procedures, including top surgery. Dr. Bene trained in gender-affirming surgery through the fellowship program at Oregon Health & Science University, where he learned sensory nerve preservation techniques from Dr. Blair Peters.
Stanford Health Care
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Clinic
1000 Welch Rd.
Palo Alto, California 94304
650-723-7001
stanfordhealthcare.org
Board-certified; WPATH member; wait time 1-2 months for consult, 3-6 months for surgery.
Browse Surgeons by Region - USA

Northeast / Mid-Atlantic
Dr. Rachel Bluebond-Langner
New York, NY
Dr. Bluebond-Langner is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon specializing in gender-affirming surgeries at NYU Langone Health in New York City. As a leader in transgender surgical research and innovation, Dr. Bluebond-Langner actively develops and studies new techniques to optimize patient safety, outcomes, and satisfaction. Her work has introduced several novel procedures, including Nipple-Preserving Inferior Ellipse Top Surgery—a technique that offers improved chest contouring while preserving nipple sensation and aesthetics. More »
NYU Langone Plastic Surgery Associates
222 East 41st St., 7th Flr.
New York, New York 10017
646-501-4449
www.nyulangone.org
Board-certified; WPATH member; BMI limit of 40.
Dr. Praful Ramineni
Washington, D.C.
Dr. Ramineni is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon in Washington DC who specializes in gender-affirming Top Surgery. He has more than 15 years of surgical experience and performs more than 600 surgeries every year. Dr. Ramineni's trans and non-binary patients make up more than three-quarters of his practice. They love his natural-looking Top Surgery results and his kind and professional personality. More »
District Plastic Surgery
2440 M Street NW, Suite 801
Washington, DC 20037
202-742-3999
www.districtplasticsurgery.com
Board-certified; WPATH member; in-person, phone and virtual consultations; wait list 1-2 weeks for consultation, 2-4 months for surgery date.
Dr. Sarah Eidelson
Washington, D.C.
Dr. Eidelson is a fellowship-trained plastic and reconstructive surgeon with extensive experience in gender-affirming care, particularly for transmasculine and nonbinary patients. Based in Washington, D.C., Dr. Eidelson specializes in masculinizing surgical procedures, with a focus on top surgery (with nipple reinnervation) and body contouring. Her approach centers on creating natural-looking, affirming results while honoring each patient’s unique goals. More »
Fellowship-trained gender surgeon in Washington D.C. specializing in Top Surgery.
Dr. Eidelson is a fellowship-trained plastic and reconstructive surgeon with extensive experience in gender-affirming care, particularly for transmasculine and nonbinary patients. Based in Washington, D.C., Dr. Eidelson specializes in masculinizing surgical procedures, with a focus on top surgery with nipple reinnervation.
District Plastic Surgery
2440 M Street NW, Suite 801
Washington, DC 20037
202-742-3999
www.districtplasticsurgery.com
WPATH member; in-person, phone and virtual consultations; wait list 1-2 weeks for consultation, 1-2 months for surgery date.
Dr. Jonathan Keith
Livingston, NJ & New York, NY
Dr. Keith is a board-certified, fellowship-trained plastic surgeon specializing in gender-affirming top surgery. With locations in both New Jersey and New York City, Dr. Keith and the GAMMA team are proud to serve patients throughout the region with comprehensive, compassionate care. More »
Board-certified Top Surgery expert in New Jersey & NYC.
Dr. Keith is a board-certified, fellowship-trained plastic surgeon with extensive expertise in gender-affirming surgery. Based in both New Jersey and New York City, he was the first surgeon in NJ to offer the full range of gender-affirming procedures. He performs all types of top surgery and has been at the forefront of developing sensory nerve preservation techniques.
GAMMA (Gender Affirming Medical and Microsurgical Associates)
200 South Orange Ave, Ste 295
Livingston, New Jersey 07039
201-449-1000
gammanyc.com
Board-certified; WPATH member; wait list 6 months.
GAMMA (Gender Affirming Medical and Microsurgical Associates)
374 W 11th St.
New York, New York 10014
201-449-1000
gammanyc.com
Board-certified; WPATH member; wait list 6 months.
Dr. Drew Marano
Livingston, NJ & New York, NY
Dr. Marano is a board-certified, fellowship-trained plastic surgeon based in New York City. He is a co-founder of GAMMA (Gender Affirming Medical and Microsurgical Associates), where he provides safe, affirming, and expert surgical care for transgender and nonbinary individuals. If you are seeking Top Surgery in New York or New Jersey, Dr. Marano is an exceptional choice. More »
Highly skilled Top Surgery specialist in New York City & NJ.
Dr. Marano is a board-certified plastic surgeon in New York City specializing in gender-affirming top surgery. He has devoted his career to advancing gender-affirming surgical care while fostering a supportive environment for patients. Dr. Marano has also collaborated with Dr. Keith to expand the use of sensory nerve preservation in top surgery.
GAMMA (Gender Affirming Medical and Microsurgical Associates)
200 South Orange Ave, Ste 295
Livingston, New Jersey 07039
201-449-1000
gammanyc.com
Board-certified; WPATH member; wait list one month.
GAMMA (Gender Affirming Medical and Microsurgical Associates)
GAMMA (Gender Affirming Medical and Microsurgical Associates)
374 W 11th St.
New York, New York 10014
201-449-1000
gammanyc.com
Board-certified; WPATH member; accepts insurance; wait list one month.
Dr. Gabriel Del Corral
Baltimore & Washington, D.C.
Dr. Del Corral is a board-certified plastic surgeon who performs Top Surgery at the Medstar Center for Gender Affirmation in Washington D.C. and Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Del Corral specializes in gender-affirming surgery and also performs Phalloplasty and Body Masculinization. Hysterectomy is also available at Medstar, allowing patients to complete their surgical transition at a single institution. More »
Medstar Center for Gender Affirmation
9105 Franklin Square Dr, Ste 214
Baltimore, Maryland 21237
443-777-7631
www.drdelcorral.com
Board-certified; WPATH member; in-person and virtual consultations; wait list 2-3 months.
Medstar Center for Gender Affirmation
110 Irving St NW
Washington, DC 20010
443-777-7631
www.drdelcorral.com
Board-certified; WPATH member; in-person and virtual consultations; wait list 2-3 months.
Dr. Laurel Chandler
Darien, CT
Dr. Chandler is a Harvard fellowship-trained plastic surgeon who has received specialty training in Top Surgery from some of the best experts in the field. Based in Fairfield County, Connecticut, Dr. Chandler provides personalized care for a diverse range of patients, up to 90% of whom are transgender or non-binary. More »
Specialty training in Top Surgery, Connecticut practice dedicated to gender-affirming care.
Chandler Plastic Surgery
777 Post Rd, Ste 304
Darien, Connecticut 06820
203-423-3132
www.topsurgeryconnecticut.com
Fellowship-trained; board-certified; WPATH member; no BMI limit; uses informed consent (no letter requirement); wait list 2-3 months; $200 consult fee.
Dr. Cassie Nghiem
Reston, VA
Dr. Nghiem is a fellowship-trained plastic surgeon at Austin-Weston, The Center for Cosmetic Surgery in Reston, Virginia, where she focuses extensively on masculinizing and chest-affirming procedures. With an Ivy League background and advanced specialty training, she brings a precise, artistic, and deeply patient-centered approach to every Top Surgery she performs. More »
Dr. Oscar Manrique
Reston, VA
Dr. Manrique is a board-certified plastic surgeon at Austin-Weston, The Center for Cosmetic Surgery in Reston, Virginia, where he offers gender-affirming chest surgery for transgender and nonbinary patients. With more than a decade of experience, Dr. Manrique is known for blending advanced surgical technique with a calm and compassionate approach to care. More »
Dr. Andrew Kochuba
Reston, VA
Dr. Kochuba is a board-certified plastic surgeon at Austin-Weston, The Center for Cosmetic Surgery in Reston, Virginia. He performs masculinizing chest surgery (Top Surgery) for transgender and nonbinary patients across Northern Virginia and surrounding regions. With advanced training from top academic medical centers, Dr. Kochuba combines refined surgical skill with an affirming approach to care. More »
Austin-Weston, The Center for Cosmetic Surgery
1825 Samuel Morse Dr.
Reston, Virginia 20190
703-893-6168
www.austin-weston.com
Board-certified; wait list varies; $100 consult fee.
Dr. Byron Poindexter
Reston, VA
Dr. Poindexter is a board-certified plastic surgeon at Austin-Weston, The Center for Cosmetic Surgery in Reston, Virginia. He performs gender-affirming Top Surgery for transgender and nonbinary people from Northern Virginia and surrounding areas. Patients often choose Dr. Poindexter for his combination of technical precision, attention to aesthetic details, and an affirming care environment. More »
Dr. Robert Sigal
Reston, VA
Dr. Sigal is a board-certified plastic surgeon at Austin-Weston, The Center for Cosmetic Surgery in Reston, Virginia, where he provides gender-affirming Top Surgery. With decades of surgical experience, Dr. Sigal is known for his technical precision and commitment to creating individualized results that align with each patient’s goals. Over the span of his career, he has received numerous recognitions for excellence in surgery, patient care, and clinical leadership. More »
Dr. Kathy Rumer
Philadelphia, PA
Dr. Rumer is a board-certified surgeon in the Philadelphia tri-state area whose practice is geared exclusively toward transgender patients. She is an expert in FTM Top Surgery, performing at least 150 Top Surgeries a year. Her patients' results, along with her extensive education and experience, have made her a highly sought after surgeon. In addition to performing hundreds of gender-affirming procedures each year, Dr. Rumer also directs a 1-year gender surgery fellowship program. More »
Rumer Gender Surgery
630 Germantown Pike
Lafayette Hill, Pennsylvania 19444
855-782-5665
www.rumergendersurgery.com
Board-certified; WPATH member; wait list 2-4 months; $75 consult fee.
Dr. Aneesh Gupta
Philadelphia, PA
Dr. Gupta is a cosmetic surgeon in Philadelphia who is pleased to provide gender-affirming care for his transgender and non-binary patients. Dr. Gupta completed cosmetic surgery fellowship training at the renowned Marvel Cosmetic Surgery in Nashville and is board-certified by the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery (ABCS). More »
Shiloh Cosmetics
1528 Walnut St, Ste 200
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19102
215-999-6695
www.shilohcosmetics.com
Board-certified; short wait list; free virtual or in-person consultation; uses informed consent (no letter requirement); no BMI limit.
Dr. Shareef Jandali
Trumbull, CT
Dr. Jandali is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon based in Connecticut, specializing in chest surgery. His extensive experience with complex procedures like gynecomastia surgery and breast reconstruction has also made him highly skilled in gender-affirming Top Surgery. Dr. Jandali tailors his techniques to each patient's unique chest anatomy and surgical goals, ensuring individualized care. More »
Jandali Plastic Surgery
5520 Park Avenue, Ste WP-2-300
Trumbull, Connecticut 06611
203-374-0310
www.jandaliplasticsurgery.com
Board-certified; WPATH member.
Midwest / North-Central
Dr. Daniel Medalie
Cleveland, OH
Dr. Medalie is a board certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon who has been performing Top Surgery since 1996. Based in the Cleveland area, Dr. Medalie is one of the best known and most experienced Top Surgery surgeons in the United States. His consistently natural-looking results, along with trans-friendly staff, have made Dr. Medalie a popular choice within the transmasculine community for many years. More »
Very experienced Top Surgery surgeon providing natural-looking results since 1996.
Cleveland Plastic Surgery
25700 Science Park Dr
Landmark Centre, Ste 190
Beachwood, Ohio 44122
216-393-9924
www.clevelandplasticsurgery.com
Board-certified; in-person or phone consultations for $90; age 18 and over only; wait list 3-4 months following consult.
Dr. Loren Schechter
Chicago, IL
Dr. Schechter is one of the country's foremost experts on gender-affirming surgery. He is the Medical Director of the Gender Affirmation Surgery Program at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago. Dr. Schechter's outstanding surgical skills and more than 20 years experience with transgender surgery have made him a popular surgeon. More »
RUSH University, Gender Affirmation Surgery
1725 W. Harrison St., Ste 818
Chicago, Illinois 60612
(312) 942-3640
doctors.rush.edu/details/17876
Board-certified; no BMI limit; free initial phone consult; wait list 2 months.
Dr. Lena Weinman
Lansing, MI
Dr. Weinman is a fellowship-trained surgeon in Lansing, Michigan who has a dual background in Obstetrics and Gynecology and Cosmetic Surgery. She brings a distinctive blend of clinical expertise and aesthetic precision to her work. Dr. Weinman is deeply committed to serving the transgender and non-binary communities and focuses her practice on gender-affirming Top Surgery and Body Sculpting. More »
Aqua Body Lab
1720 Abbey Rd, Ste A
East Lansing, Michigan 48823
517-230-8437
www.aquabodylab.com
Fellowship-trained Cosmetic Surgeon; informed consent (no letter required).
Southeast
Dr. Hope Sherie
Charlotte, NC
Dr. Sherie is a board-certified cosmetic surgeon who has performed thousands of top surgery procedures for transmasculine and non-binary patients. Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, she is widely known for her experience, surgical precision, and patient-centered approach to gender-affirming care. Patients travel from across North Carolina and beyond to seek top surgery with Dr. Sherie at her private, trans-friendly surgical center. Prior to launching her private practice, she served as an active duty Air Force surgeon. More »
Highly experienced, personalized care, leading top surgery practice in Charlotte NC.
The Cosmetic Concierge
325 Arlington Ave
Charlotte, North Carolina 28203
980-938-0459
www.cosmeticconciergemd.com
Fellowship-trained, board-certified cosmetic surgeon; WPATH member; 10% military discount; accommodation package available; BMI limit 40; uses informed consent (no letter requirement).
Dr. Charles Garramone
Davie, FL
Dr. Garramone is internationally recognized as one of the most experienced and trusted Top Surgery surgeons in the world. He made history as the first surgeon in the United States to dedicate his practice to Top Surgery. Patients often refer to the distinctive results as the "Garramone Chest" due to the recognizable high quality and symmetry of his work. More »
The Garramone Center
4725 SW 148TH Ave, Suite 202
Davie, Florida 33330
954-752-7842
DrGarramone.com
Board-certified; free phone appointment.
Dr. John Whitehead
Miami, FL
The only practice in Miami that is 100% dedicated to gender-affirming surgery.
Dr. Whitehead's Restore Medical Center is the only practice in Miami that is 100% dedicated to gender-affirming surgery. Dr. Whitehead was trained in Top Surgery by Dr. Harold Reed, who performed gender surgeries for decades at a time when there were few surgeons in the field. Dr. Whitehead is board-certified in both general surgery and critical care. More »
Restore Med Center
1111 Kane Concourse, Ste #311
Bay Harbor Islands, Florida 33154
305-865-2000
www.RestoreMedCenter.com
Board-certified; $250 consult fee.
Dr. Russell Sassani
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Dr. Sassani is a board certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon who performs Top Surgery in Florida. 5 star reviews from trans men have helped him quickly become one of the most popular FTM Top Surgery surgeons in the Southeast. More »
Take Shape Plastic Surgery, PA
4161 N.W. 5th St., Suite 300
Plantation, Florida 33317
954-585-3800
www.TakeShape.info
Board-certified; free consult.
Dr. Joel Beck
Charlotte, NC
Dr. Beck is a board certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon in Charlotte NC who has been performing Top Surgery since 2003, making him the most experienced Top Surgery surgeon in the state. Dr. Beck is not only skilled at performing Top Surgery, he also excels at masculinizing body and facial surgery and Hair Grafting. More »
Beck Aesthetic Surgery
11210 Golf Links Dr. N., Ste. 100
Charlotte, NC, 28277, US
704-817-2597
www.beckaestheticsurgery.com
Board-certified; WPATH member.
Dr. Allison Laffoon
Nashville, TN
Dr. Laffoon is a board-certified cosmetic surgeon based in Nashville, Tennessee, with a growing reputation for her expertise in masculinizing chest surgery for transgender men and nonbinary individuals. With a background in general and cosmetic surgery, she blends technical precision with a warm, affirming bedside manner. Dr. Laffoon approaches each case with the goal of helping patients feel more aligned and confident in their bodies. More »
Marvel Cosmetic Surgery
329 18th Ave N
Nashville, Tennessee 37203
615-861-8174
MarvelCosmeticSurgery.com
Board-certified Cosmetic Surgeon; FREE phone or in-person consultations; uses informed consent (no letter requirement); wait list 1 month following consult.
Dr. Christopher Salgado
Miami, FL
Dr. Salgado is a board-certified plastic surgeon who has more than a decade of experience performing gender-affirming Top Surgery in Miami, Florida. More than 75% of Dr. Salgado's patients are transgender and he is committed to not only providing top-notch trans surgical care but also getting insurance coverage for his patients. More »
Constructive Surgery Associates
1330 Coral Way, Ste 306
Miami, Florida 33145
786-627-4601
ConstructiveSurgery.org
Board-certified; will operate on those with high BMI; $200 consult fee.
Dr. Drew Schnitt
Delray Beach, FL
Dr. Schnitt is a board-certified cosmetic, plastic, reconstructive and craniofacial surgeon in South Florida. In practice since 2002, Dr. Schnitt offers Top Surgery as well as facial and body masculinization procedures for trans men. More »
Inspire Aesthetics
1010 S Federal Hwy, Suite 1010
Delray Beach, Florida 33483
855-467-7473
InspireAesthetics.com
Board-certified; free consult.
Southwest / Arizona-Texas
Dr. Toby Meltzer
Scottsdale, AZ
Dr. Meltzer is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon who is globally recognized as one of the leading surgeons in the field of Gender Affirming Surgery. Dr. Meltzer has performed Top Surgery since the early '90s, making him one of the most experienced Top Surgery surgeons in the U.S. Dr. Meltzer offers Double Incision and Peri-Areolar Top Surgery in Scottsdale, Arizona. More »
The Meltzer Clinic
7025 N. Scottsdale Rd., #302
Scottsdale, Arizona 85253
480-657-7006
www.TheMeltzerClinic.com
Board-certified; WPATH member; $100 in-person consultations; wait list 12 months following consult; 18+ only.
Dr. Aran Yoo
Scottsdale, AZ
Dr. Yoo is a plastic surgeon at The Meltzer Clinic in Scottsdale, Arizona, a practice dedicated to transforming lives through gender-affirming care. Dr. Yoo provides compassionate, individualized surgical solutions that prioritize safety and satisfaction. She was trained in gender-affirming Top Surgery and Body Sculpting by Dr. Toby Meltzer, and joined The Meltzer Clinic as an Associate Surgeon in 2024. More »
The Meltzer Clinic
7025 N. Scottsdale Rd., #302
Scottsdale, Arizona 85253
480-657-7006
www.TheMeltzerClinic.com
Board-eligible; WPATH member; $100 in-person consultations; wait list 3-6 months following consult; 18+ only.
Dr. Dany Hanna
Frisco, TX
Dr. Hanna is a Gender Surgeon who works exclusively with transgender and non-binary patients in Dallas, Texas. In 2021, he established the Hanna Gender Center to provide excellence in surgical care for this historically under-served community. Dr. Hanna is one of few surgeons in United States who has completed a yearlong fellowship in Gender Surgery, with a special focus on Top Surgery and other masculinizing procedures. More »
Hanna Gender Center
255 Lebanon Rd, Ste 112
Frisco, Texas, 75036
972-327-5524
hannagendercenter.com
WPATH member; $200 consult; wait list: 1 month for consult, 3 months for surgery date.
Dr. Alan Dulin
Dallas, TX
Dr. Dulin is a board-certified surgeon with many years of experience performing FTM Top Surgery in the Dallas area. In addition to a modified Double Incision method that reduces the chance of developing "dogears," Dr. Dulin also helped pioneer a no-drains Top Surgery technique. More »
One of the most experienced Top Surgery surgeons in the US, based in the Dallas area.
American Institute for Plastic Surgery
6020 W. Plano Pkwy.
Plano, Texas 75093
972-543-2477
www.thetranscenter.com
Board-certified; free consults; wait list 4-6 weeks; no drains!
Dr. Dustin Reid
Austin, TX
Dr. Dustin Reid a double board-certified plastic surgeon in Austin who has experience performing Keyhole, Peri-Areolar, and Double Incision Top Surgery. In many cases, Dr. Reid is able to do a "drain-free" procedure. Dr. Reid is committed to providing expert surgical care and guidance throughout your Top Surgery experience. More »
Dr. Dustin Reid, MD, FACS
Restora Austin Plastic Surgery Centre
901 W 38th St, Ste 401
Austin, Texas 78705
512-371-8817
www.restoraaustin.com
Double board-certified; WPATH member; uses informed consent (no letter requirement); $150 consultation fee; wait list 3-4 weeks; no drains!
Mountain / Colorado
Dr. Paul Steinwald
Denver, CO
Dr. Steinwald has performed hundreds of Top Surgeries over the last 25 years. He is known for pioneering the Inverted-T procedure, a method designed to preserve as much nipple/areola sensation as possible. People come from around the world to see Dr. Steinwald and to have this specific procedure done. More »
More than 25 years of experience performing Top Surgery. Based in Denver.
501 S Cherry St, Ste 900
Denver, Colorado 80246
Toll-free: 877-255-2600
Local: 303-278-2600
www.topftmsurgery.com
Double-board certified; uses informed consent (no letter requirement); consultation fee $75; minimum age 18; pioneered the Inverted-T procedure.
West Coast / California
Dr. Nicholas Bene
Palo Alto, CA
Dr. Bene is a board-certified Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon and the Director of Gender Affirmation Surgery at Stanford Medicine. He is fellowship-trained in Advanced Gender Affirmation Surgery and specializes in top surgery. He is one of only a handful of surgeons offering Sensory Nerve Preservation, a technique designed to improve sensory outcomes. More »
Director of Gender Affirmation Surgery at Stanford, offers Sensory Nerve Preservation.
Dr. Bene is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Director of Gender Affirmation Surgery at Stanford Medicine. He provides the full spectrum of gender-affirming procedures, including top surgery. Dr. Bene trained in gender-affirming surgery through the fellowship program at Oregon Health & Science University, where he learned sensory nerve preservation techniques from Dr. Blair Peters.
Stanford Health Care
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Clinic
1000 Welch Rd.
Palo Alto, California 94304
650-723-7001
stanfordhealthcare.org
Board-certified; WPATH member; wait time 1-2 months for consult, 3-6 months for surgery.
Dr. Scott Mosser
San Francisco, CA
Dr. Mosser is an award-winning plastic surgeon in San Francisco has more than 15 years of experience performing Top Surgery. Dr. Mosser is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgeons, Medical Director of the Gender Institute at Saint Francis Memorial Hospital, and a member of WPATH. He is well-known for consistently excellent Top Surgery results and was among the first surgeons to offer Sensory Nerve Preservation. More »
Delivering consistently excellent Top Surgery results for over 15 years. Located in San Francisco.
Dr. Mosser is a board-certified plastic surgeon in San Francisco with more than 15 years of experience in gender-affirming top surgery. An expert in all major techniques, he was among the first surgeons to introduce sensory nerve preservation for top surgery. He also serves as Medical Director of the Gender Institute at Saint Francis Memorial Hospital.
Dr. Walter Lin
San Francisco, CA
Dr. Lin is a fellowship-trained Plastic Surgeon in San Francisco who performs Top Surgery. His expertise in microsurgical breast reconstruction has shaped his approach to gender-affirming care and led to the co-development of a novel nerve transfer technique designed to preserve chest sensation after Top Surgery. He joined the Buncke Clinic and the San Francisco Transgender Institute in 2017. More »
Fellowship-trained, exceptionally skilled plastic surgeon with deep expertise in gender surgery.
Dr. Lin is a fellowship-trained Plastic Surgeon in San Francisco who performs Top Surgery. Drawing on his background in microsurgical reconstruction of the breast, he co-developed a novel nerve transfer technique to help preserve chest sensation after Top Surgery. In his 2025 study of 27 patients, the technique proved safe, did not affect appearance, and showed early signs of improved sensation.
The Buncke Clinic
45 Castro St, Ste 121
San Francisco, California 94114
415-684-5206
www.buncke.org
Board-certified; WPATH member; in-person or phone consultations; uses Informed consent (doesn't require a letter); wait list one month.
Dr. Ellie Zara Ley
San Francisco, CA
Dr. Ley is a board-certified plastic surgeon who had more than 15 years of specialized training in plastic surgery, craniofacial surgery and microsurgery before learning Top Surgery techniques. In 2022, Dr. Ley joined Dr. Scott Mosser's Gender Confirmation Center and now offers Top Surgery in San Francisco. More »
Dr. Alexander Facque
San Francisco, CA
Dr. Facque is a board-certified plastic surgeon who works exclusively with transgender and non-binary patients at the Gender Confirmation Center in San Francisco, California. Dr. Facque started providing gender-affirming care in 2012 and completed fellowship training in Gender Surgery with Dr. Loren Schechter in Chicago. More »
Gender Confirmation Center
450 Sutter St, Ste 1000
San Francisco, California 94108
855-398-7778
www.genderconfirmation.com
Board-certified; WPATH member; FREE in-person or virtual consultations; use informed consent (no letter requirement); wait list 2-3 months following consult.
Dr. Daniel Jacobs
San Francisco, CA
Dr. Jacobs is a board-certified plastic surgeon with more than 30 years experience who works almost exclusively with transgender and non-binary patients at the Gender Confirmation Center in San Francisco, California. Dr. Jacobs believes that it's every person's right to feel comfortable in their own body and is proud to provide outstanding surgical care to his patients. More »
Dr. Beina Azadgoli
Beverly Hills, CA
Dr. Azadgoli is a Beverly Hills-based plastic and reconstructive surgeon who provides gender-affirming surgical care for transgender and non-binary patients seeking top surgery. Dr. Azadgoli offers Sensory Nerve Preservation, a specialized technique that reconnects nerves to the nipple graft allowing for a faster and more reliable return of sensation. More »
Known for precision and artistry, offers Sensory Nerve Preservation. Los Angeles area.
Dr. Azadgoli is a Beverly Hills–based plastic and reconstructive surgeon who provides gender-affirming surgical care for transgender and non-binary patients seeking top surgery. At The Practice Healthcare, she and her colleagues commonly use the Sensory Nerve Preservation technique for both gender-affirming and cisgender mastectomy procedures.
The Practice Healthcare
436 N Bedford Dr, Ste 103
Beverly Hills, California 90210
310-278-8200
thepracticehealthcare.com
Dr. Graham Ives
Beverly Hills, CA
Dr. Ives is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon in Beverly Hills who specializes in gender-affirming top surgery. With advanced surgical skills and an inclusive, affirming approach, Dr. Ives is a great choice for transgender and nonbinary individuals who are interested in having top surgery in the Los Angeles area. IvesMD is in-network with Blue Shield of California. More »
Highly-trained plastic surgeon in Beverly Hills, in-network with Blue Shield of CA.
IvesMD
433 N. Camden Dr., Ste 1190
Beverly Hills, California 90210
310-299-9809
www.ivesmd.com
In-network with Blue Shield of California; $200 in-person and virtual consultations (fee waived for in-network patients); wait times are 1–3 weeks for consult, surgery dates 3–4 weeks later.
Dr. Michelle Lee
Beverly Hills, CA
Dr. Lee is a fellowship-trained and board-certified plastic surgeon who is highly experienced with aesthetic and reconstructive procedures for the chest. Widely regarded as one of the top plastic surgeons in the Los Angeles area, Dr. Lee has the skill and artistry to produce great looking Top Surgery results for both trans men and non-binary individuals. More »
PERK Plastic Surgery
416 N Bedford Dr., #400
Beverly Hills, California 90210
424-348-7978
www.bevhills.com
Board-certified and fellowship-trained; $300 consult fee, fee goes toward cost of procedure.
Dr. Breanna Jedrzejewski
San Francisco, CA
Dr. Jedrzejewski is a board-eligible plastic and reconstructive surgeon whose clinical focus is entirely centered on the transgender, non-binary, and gender-diverse community. Practicing at Align Surgical Associates in San Francisco, she provides a full range of gender-affirming surgical options. Her patient-centered approach prioritizes collaboration, identity affirmation, and holistic care, ensuring that each individual’s surgical experience is aligned with their personal goals and gender expression. More »
Dr. Dev Gurjala
San Francisco, CA
Dr. Gurjala is a board-certified Plastic Surgeon in San Francisco who performed gender surgery in the Kaiser Permanente system for five years before joining Align Surgical Associates in 2019. He offers Double Incision, Buttonhole and Keyhole Top Surgery, as well as ALT Phalloplasty and Facial and Body Masculinization procedures. More »
Dr. John Henry Pang
San Francisco, CA
Dr. Pang is a double board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon who performs gender-affirming Top Surgery. Before joining Align Surgical Associates in San Francisco, Dr. Pang completed the Gender Surgery training program at Mount Sinai. His practice is focused on providing comprehensive surgical care for transgender and non-binary patients. More »
Dr. Thomas Satterwhite
San Francisco, CA
Dr. Satterwhite is a board-certified Plastic Surgeon in San Francisco who is dedicated to offering the highest level of surgical care to his trans and non-binary patients, with whom he works exclusively. Dr. Satterwhite performs Double Incision, Buttonhole and Keyhole Top Surgery, as well as Facial and Body Masculinization Surgery. More »
Dr. Johnson Lee
Beverly Hills, CA
Dr. Lee is a Johns Hopkins–trained, board-certified plastic surgeon in Beverly Hills specializing in top surgery for trans men and nonbinary patients. He performs both double incision and peri-areolar techniques, with surgical planning tailored to each patient’s anatomy, chest proportions, and transition goals to create natural-looking masculine chest contours. More »
Fellowship-trained plastic surgeon in Beverly Hills, in-network with Blue Shield of CA.
433 N Camden Dr., Ste 500
Beverly Hills, California 90210
310-550-2200
www.drjohnsonlee.com
In-network with Blue Shield of California; $250 in-person and virtual consultations (fee waived for in-network patients); wait times are 2 weeks for consult, surgery dates 4-6 weeks later.
Dr. Mark Youssef
Santa Monica, CA
Dr. Youssef's surgical skills, his trans-friendly staff, and their shared goal of helping to make your transition smoother are just a few reasons why he is a great choice for trans men and gender-nonconforming clients seeking Top Surgery in Southern California. More »
Transgender Surgery Institute of Southern California
1317 5th St, Ste 301
Santa Monica, California 90401
310-434-1144
TransgenderSurgeryInstitute.com
Free in-person or phone consultations; wait list 4 weeks.
Dr. Angela Rodriguez
San Francisco, CA
Dr. Rodriguez is a board-certified plastic surgeon in San Francisco specializing in Top Surgery (chest masculinization surgery) for transgender and nonbinary patients. With more than 16 years of experience in reconstructive and aesthetic plastic surgery, she offers double incision and keyhole techniques to create natural-looking masculine chest contours. More »
Board-certified, works exclusively with trans/NB patients, San Francisco.
ART Surgical
2100 Webster St.
San Francisco, California, 94115
415-680-1120
artsurgical.net
Board-certified plastic surgeon.
Dr. Manish Champaneria
San Diego, CA
Board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Dr. Champaneria has extensive training, with a special focus on gender-affirming chest procedures. He accepts insurance and will operate with Informed Consent. Dr. Champaneria practices in San Diego, California. More »
Scripps Clinic Del Mar
12395 El Camino Real, Ste 112
San Diego, California 92130
858-554-9950
drmanishchampaneria.com
Consultation fee $75; uses informed consent (no letter requirement).
Pacific Northwest
Dr. E. Antonio Mangubat
Tukwila, WA
Dr. Mangubat's extensive experience and many years of dedication to transgender health have made him the most sought-after Top Surgery surgeon in the Pacific Northwest. Dr. Mangubat has been performing transgender surgery for more than twenty years. More »
La Belle Vie Cosmetic Surgery Center
16400 Southcenter Parkway, Suite 101
Tukwila, WA, 98188, US
206-575-0300
www.labelleviecosmetic.com
Board-certified Cosmetic Surgeon; WPATH member; informed consent.
Dr. Alvina Won
Shoreline, WA
Dr. Won is a board-certified cosmetic surgeon who is committed to providing the highest quality of care in a welcoming environment for all of her Top Surgery patients. Dr. Won gained significant experience with Top Surgery during a year-long fellowship in 2018/2019. Dr. Won now devotes part of her Seattle-area practice to performing gender-affirming surgeries, including Top Surgery and Body Masculinization. More »
19930 Ballinger Way NE
Shoreline, Washington 98155
425-977-2779
drwoncosmeticsurgery.com
Board-certified Cosmetic Surgeon; virtual and in-person consultations, free if using insurance, $150 if paying out-of-pocket.
Map of Surgeons
Last updated: 05/28/26






