Dr. Michael Hopkins is a prime example of what a good Plastic Surgeon should be. A perfectionist by nature, the Board Certified Dr. Hopkins continually strives for, and achieves, nothing less than "outstanding" results. Within minutes of your consultation with Dr. Hopkins, his warm, caring nature will completely alleviate any sense of anxiety you may have had. Dr. Hopkins spends a great deal of time with each patient and listens to what you are looking for in a surgical outcome. He explains the procedure, what it will entail, what you can expect from your recovery and after. Any apprehension quickly turns into trust and respect as all of your questions have been thoroughly addressed. Dr. Hopkins has a dynamic staff that is second to none. When you make the initial phone call to Dr. Hopkins office, you are first calling as a stranger, and within minutes, it is as if you are talking to a longtime friend. Dr. Hopkins reputation, and his well-trained, empathetic staff all add up to the very best surgical experience you could ever hope to receive!

Certifications & Professional Recognition

American Board of Plastic Surgery, 1997
American Board of Surgery, 1993

Academic Background

Undergraduate:

B.A., Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ, 1981

Medical:

M.D., UMDNJ - Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Piscataway, NJ, 1987

Residency:

General Surgery, Yale University, 1992
Plastic Surgery, University of Pittsburgh, 1994
Hand & Microsurgery, University of Pittsburgh, 1995

Societies, Memberships, and Affiliations

American Society of Plastic Surgeons
American Medical Association
Greater Albuquerque Medical Association