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Emily A. Long, MD


Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon

Specializing in Aesthetic Surgery of the Face, Breast, and Body

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Dr. Emily Long is a Harvard-trained plastic and reconstructive surgeon specializing in aesthetic surgery of the face, breast, and body. She combines meticulous surgical technique with artistic sensibility to create elegant, harmonious, and natural-looking results tailored to each patient’s anatomy and aesthetic goals. Every treatment plan is thoughtfully individualized, prioritizing safety, precision, and long-term results that help patients feel confident at every stage of life.

“The most beautiful results are those that enhance, not change, who you are.”

About Dr. Long

Dr. Emily Long is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon who completed her training at Harvard Medical School, where she cared for patients across several internationally recognized academic medical centers. During her training, she developed expertise in aesthetic surgery of the face, breast, and body while also performing complex reconstructive procedures using advanced microsurgical techniques.

Dr. Long believes that listening carefully to each patient’s goals is just as important as the operation itself. Every consultation is centered on education, shared decision-making, and developing a personalized treatment plan that reflects the patient’s anatomy, lifestyle, and aesthetic goals

Dr. Long has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications, presented her research at national plastic surgery meetings, and received competitive research funding to advance innovation in aesthetic surgery. As an academic plastic surgeon, she remains committed to advancing the field of aesthetic surgery through research, innovation, and education while integrating the latest evidence-based techniques into every patient’s care.

Outside of medicine, Dr. Long has long been passionate about dance, visual art, and photography. These experiences continue to shape her appreciation for balance, proportion, and natural beauty, informing an approach to aesthetic surgery that combines artistic vision with meticulous surgical precision.

Dr. Long believes the most rewarding aspect of her work is helping patients feel more confident while preserving what makes them uniquely beautiful.

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About The Practice

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University of California Irvine Microsurgery Fellowship

Surgical Philosophy


“I believe exceptional plastic surgery requires both technical excellence and artistic judgment. Every procedure begins with a deep understanding of anatomy, meticulous surgical planning, and an appreciation for balance, proportion, and harmony.

My recommendations are grounded in evidence-based medicine and tailored to each patient’s unique goals, anatomy, and stage of life.

Rather than following trends or creating exaggerated results, my goal is to achieve elegant, natural-looking outcomes that complement each patient’s individual features and stand the test of time. I strive for results that help patients look refreshed, confident, and authentically themselves.”

Education and Training

  • Fellowship: Bruce F. Connell Aesthetic Surgery Fellowship, The University of California, Irvine
  • Residency: Integrated Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School
  • Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
  • Undergraduate: Vanderbilt University; BA; double majors in Neuroscience & Medicine, Health, and Society

Honors and Appointments

  • Harvard Plastic Surgery Integrated Residency Academic Excellence Award
  • Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Journal Resident Ambassador
  • Robert F. Miller Award for Community Service and Engagement
  • Phi Beta Kappa
  • Highest Honors in Neuroscience
  • Vanderbilt University, cum laude

Professional Interests

  • Clinical outcomes and evidence-based aesthetic surgery
  • Patient safety and quality improvement
  • Innovation in aesthetic surgical techniques
  • Surgical education and resident mentorship
  • Digital health communication and patient education

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Procedures Offered


Facial Procedures:

  • Facelift
  • Necklift
  • Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Lift)
  • Rhinoplasty
  • Facial Fat Grafting
  • Botox and Neuromodulator Injections
  • Hyaluronic Acid Fillers
  • Sculptra

Breast Procedures:

  • Breast Reduction
  • Breast Augmentation
  • Breast Lift (Mastopexy)
  • Tuberous Breast Correction
  • Breast Reconstruction

Body Contouring:

  • Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)
  • Liposuction
  • Mommy Makeover
  • Labiaplasty
  • Post-Weight Loss Body Contouring

Additional Procedures:

  • Earlobe Reconstruction
  • Mole Removal
  • Scar Revision
  • Laser Skin Rejuvenation
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