Dr. Jon Harrell has retained a
lifelong passion to help others reach their potential. This
passion can be seen in the work that he performs, in his
teaching of other surgeons, and in his dedication to stay
ahead of the power curve with the most up to date knowledge of
new technologies and new procedures.
Dr. Harrell is a student of science and the human form and
uses his skill, knowledge and over twenty years of experience
to create happiness for his patients. He enjoys meeting with
people who are interested in cosmetic surgery and helping them
to understand how procedures that he performs can
realistically improve their appearance. Dr. Harrell brings
much to the table. He is doubly Board Certified, having
achieved certification in both Plastic Surgery and
Otolaryngology and his surgical training has encompassed more
than seven years of working under some of the finest surgeons
in the country. Dr. Harrell excels in facial plastic surgery,
restorative and enhancing procedures, as well as the many
"body-contouring" procedures available today.
Dr. Harrell received his B. A. degree from George Williams
College in Downers Grove, Illinois and subsequently earned his
D. O. degree from the Chicago College of Medicine. He served
his internship at Brooke Army Medical Center and his residency
at Walter Reed Army Hospital. After completing his training he
became a staff surgeon at the 5th General Hospital in
Stuttgart Germany and subsequently at Tripler Army Hospital in
Honolulu. He also was Chief of Plastic Surgery at the renowned
Beverly Hills Surgical Institute.
Dr. Harrell holds memberships in a variety of prestigious
organizations including the American Society of Plastic
Surgeons, and the American College of Surgeons and is enrolled
in a number of other state and national societies. His passion
for plastic surgery extends beyond the operating room and Dr.
Harrell has remained active in the training of new residents
and fellows. He accomplishes this in his role as Assistant
Clinical Professor of Surgery at Nova Southeastern University
in Fort Lauderdale.
Dr. Harrell's passion and expertise have carried him into the
media world as well. He has been featured on numerous radio
and television shows where he has explained the benefits of
cosmetic surgery and answered questions from viewers and
audiences. He has also been active in the wider medical
community serving on the Osteopathic Board of Hawaii and on
the Board of Governors for the Honolulu County Medical
Society.
He is a firm believer in continuous medical education and
remains current in the latest proven advances in aesthetic
surgery, including minimally invasive procedures, laser based
therapies and other leading edge techniques of tomorrow. This
is achieved thru extensive research and reading, his
University association, as well as attending aesthetic
conferences on an annual basis.
Dr. Harrell resides in the Fort Lauderdale area with his wife
and four children. Some of his many outside interests include
watersports, skiing, traveling and cooking. He is delighted
and privileged to offer his services and expertise to help his
patients achieve their goals.