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Dr. Michael R. Burgdorf, MD

Music City Plastic Surgery · Nashville, TN

Identity verified on September 21, 2026

Listed since 2015

23 Peer Endorsements

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  • “Dr. Mike Burgdorf is an amazing person and surgeon, He is very smart, multi-task on super high levels.his philosophy and eager to learn/think out of the box , makes him stand remarkably among his Peers.”

    Issa Salameh, DDSDentist · Streetsboro, OHFebruary 7, 2020

  • “I know Mike personally and professionally. He is a smart and engaging guy who takes patient's issues to heart and loves his work. He's written 2 books about what he does so he must like it too!”

    Eric Dohner MDPhlebology · Walton, NYDecember 20, 2019

  • “Dr. Michael Burgdorf is a consummate professional. What sets him apart from his mundane colleagues (who too often take themselves far too seriously) isn't his amazing before and after gallery, his multiple amazon best selling books, or his prior history as a D1 athlete at Notre Dame (although had he played at the University of Florida he would have been truly been in a league of his own)...but rather, his ability to connect on a personal level with every patient. This, is a gift that cannot be taught, but rather is inherent to one's character. If patients could google "physician character", Michael would be at the top of the first page.”Read more

    “Dr. Michael Burgdorf is a consummate professional. What sets him apart from his mundane colleagues (who too often take themselves far too seriously) isn't his amazing before and after gallery, his multiple amazon best selling books, or his prior history as a D1 athlete at Notre Dame (although had he played at the University of Florida he would have been truly been in a league of his own)...but rather, his ability to connect on a personal level with every patient. This, is a gift that cannot be taught, but rather is inherent to one's character. If patients could google "physician character", Michael would be at the top of the first page.”

    Broc Pratt, MDFamily Medicine · Miami Beach, FLDecember 18, 2019

  • “I had the opportunity to get to know Dr. Mike Burgdorf this year and really get to understand his goals and ambitions and how he wishes to serve his patients. He is very strategic, ambitious and humble. You can tell by the way he talks about it, that he has a passion for doing excellent work and wants to always do his best for those who come to him for their care. If you are looking for a great plastic surgeon, Dr. Mike should rank high on the people you want to meet.”Read more

    “I had the opportunity to get to know Dr. Mike Burgdorf this year and really get to understand his goals and ambitions and how he wishes to serve his patients. He is very strategic, ambitious and humble. You can tell by the way he talks about it, that he has a passion for doing excellent work and wants to always do his best for those who come to him for their care. If you are looking for a great plastic surgeon, Dr. Mike should rank high on the people you want to meet.”

    Jesse Chai, MDRadiology, Diagnostic Radiology · Boston, MADecember 18, 2019

  • “I had the wonderful opportunity of meeting Dr. Michael Burgdorf recently and speaking with him at length. If you're looking for a gifted plastic surgeon with a professional and friendly staff, make an appointment to see Dr. Burgdorf. He is one of the best plastic surgeons in this area of the country. Patients travel great distances for his talent and expertise. I highly recommend him and his office!”Read more

    “I had the wonderful opportunity of meeting Dr. Michael Burgdorf recently and speaking with him at length. If you're looking for a gifted plastic surgeon with a professional and friendly staff, make an appointment to see Dr. Burgdorf. He is one of the best plastic surgeons in this area of the country. Patients travel great distances for his talent and expertise. I highly recommend him and his office!”

    Richard Hesby, DDSDentist, Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics · Bedford, MADecember 31, 2018

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  • “Dr. Burgdorf is very professional and passionate about his work. I am impressed with his level of knowledge and his bedside manner. I think you will be too.”

    Brandon Sims, DDSDentist · Clarksville, TNDecember 30, 2018

  • “Burgdorf is great! He is my choice of plastic surgeons for all my needs.”

    Ron Derr, DOOrthopaedic Surgery, Sports Medicine · Franklin, TNDecember 28, 2018

  • “I highly recommend Dr. Michael Burgdorf and the services at Music City Plastic Surgery. He and his staff run a very professional, yet family like practice. As a practicing physician, I know many Board Certified Plastic Surgeons, both personally and professionally. Without hesitation, we selected Dr. Burgdorf for our family's medical needs. His skill set, demeanor, execution, follow through and follow up are flawless. As an added bonus he played football at the University of Notre Dame. Go Irish!”Read more

    “I highly recommend Dr. Michael Burgdorf and the services at Music City Plastic Surgery. He and his staff run a very professional, yet family like practice. As a practicing physician, I know many Board Certified Plastic Surgeons, both personally and professionally. Without hesitation, we selected Dr. Burgdorf for our family's medical needs. His skill set, demeanor, execution, follow through and follow up are flawless. As an added bonus he played football at the University of Notre Dame. Go Irish!”

    Paul E Kudelko, DOInternal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease · Hendersonville, TNDecember 3, 2018

  • “I highly recommend Dr. Burgdorf to my patients and family members. Not only is he a talented and accomplished surgeon but he is also a kind and caring person. I am very excited for him to win this award!”

    Dr. David Gilpin, MDOtolaryngology, Facial Plastic Surgery · Nashville, TNNovember 29, 2016

  • “I've worked with and learned from a lot of surgical specialists in my care for children with cleft lip and palate. Although my time sharing with and learning from Dr. Burgdorf has been outside of the operating room, I wish more doctors had the enthusiasm and humble admiration for the patients we serve and the skills we practice. Dr. Burgdorf is a specialist we can all emulate in our quest to do what is best for our patients. It is an honor to call him a friend and colleague.”Read more

    “I've worked with and learned from a lot of surgical specialists in my care for children with cleft lip and palate. Although my time sharing with and learning from Dr. Burgdorf has been outside of the operating room, I wish more doctors had the enthusiasm and humble admiration for the patients we serve and the skills we practice. Dr. Burgdorf is a specialist we can all emulate in our quest to do what is best for our patients. It is an honor to call him a friend and colleague.”

    Dr. Dustin Burleson, DDSDentist, Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics · Kansas City, MONovember 21, 2016

  • “Dr. Mike Burgdorf is that rare combination: a talented surgeon who can also communicate well with his patients.”

    Dr. Leslie Pitner, DDSDentist, Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics · Columbia, SCNovember 21, 2016

  • “Dr. Burgdorf is a truly special talent in the field of plastic surgery.”

    Ben Springgate MDInternal Medicine · New Orleans, LANovember 20, 2016

  • “I have known Dr. Burgdorf for over fifteen years and trust him with my patients as he exhibits everything one desires in a plastic surgeon: exceptional surgical skills, a warm and caring bedside manner, and wonderful communication skills.”

    Brent Anderson, MDInternal Medicine, Interventional Cardiology · Nashville, TNJuly 7, 2015

  • “Dr. Burgdorf is a very meticulous and exceptional physician. He has a tremendous work ethic and morals to match. I would trust my family with his care.”

    Dr. Scott Fagan, MDGeneral Practice · Frisco, TXJune 13, 2015

  • “Dr. Mike Burgdorf is a gifted surgeon, a master communicator, and a respected member of our community, as well as a good friend. I trust him with my patients and my family. Fantastic physician!!”

    Christoper Sizemore, DOObstetrics & Gynecology · Nashville, TNJune 12, 2015

  • “As a fellow plastic and reconstructive surgeon, I have had the pleasure of working directly with Dr. Burgdorf for years and can testify to his excellent surgical judgement and outstanding skill. He is a kind and compassionate physician with excellent bedside manner and interpersonal skills. This allows him to build trusting relationships with his patients, to listen carefully to their concerns, and to fulfill their expectations. I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Burgdorf for this much deserved award!”Read more

    “As a fellow plastic and reconstructive surgeon, I have had the pleasure of working directly with Dr. Burgdorf for years and can testify to his excellent surgical judgement and outstanding skill. He is a kind and compassionate physician with excellent bedside manner and interpersonal skills. This allows him to build trusting relationships with his patients, to listen carefully to their concerns, and to fulfill their expectations. I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Burgdorf for this much deserved award!”

    Kenneth R. Barraza, MDPlastic Surgery, Plastic Surgery Within the Head and Neck · Flowood, MSMarch 16, 2015

  • “I have known Dr Burdorf for more than 13 years. He is an excellent surgeon, very talented with exemplary bedside manners. He can operate on me or my family anytime. He really deserves this award and many more.”

    Dr. Carlos Bechara, MDMaywood, ILMarch 16, 2015

  • “Dr. Michael Burgdorf is an excellent and caring physician and plastic surgeon. All the patients I have referred to him have been very pleased with the initial consultation, surgical procedure and overall experience. I highly recommend Dr. Burgdorf for this award”

    leonardo espinel, MDSurgery · Culpeper, VAMarch 16, 2015

  • “Dr. Michael R. Burgdorf, MD, MPH is an exceptional plastic surgeon that truly delivers an unparalleled plastic surgery experience at his Nashville plastic surgery practice. His focus on developing a relationship with his patients is unmatched in his field and his patients rave about him. While his focus has been recently on the young mother population, with his upcoming book “The Mommy Makeover: Restoring Your Body After Childbirth”, he is gifted in many areas of cosmetic plastic surgery. Dr. Burgdorf’s excellent results match his excellent bedside manner and I enthusiastically recommend Dr. Burgdorf to all of my patients including my own family members!”Read more

    “Dr. Michael R. Burgdorf, MD, MPH is an exceptional plastic surgeon that truly delivers an unparalleled plastic surgery experience at his Nashville plastic surgery practice. His focus on developing a relationship with his patients is unmatched in his field and his patients rave about him. While his focus has been recently on the young mother population, with his upcoming book “The Mommy Makeover: Restoring Your Body After Childbirth”, he is gifted in many areas of cosmetic plastic surgery. Dr. Burgdorf’s excellent results match his excellent bedside manner and I enthusiastically recommend Dr. Burgdorf to all of my patients including my own family members!”

    Ming X. Wang, MD, PhDOphthalmology · Nashville, TNMarch 16, 2015

  • “I have had the honor to know and work with Dr. Michael Burgdorf over the past two years. His patients continually tell me what a kind and compassionate surgeon he is. Not only is he an outstanding plastic surgeon, but he takes the time to listen to his patients' concerns. Dr. Burgdorf is always my referral for plastic surgery for my patients, friends, and family.”Read more

    “I have had the honor to know and work with Dr. Michael Burgdorf over the past two years. His patients continually tell me what a kind and compassionate surgeon he is. Not only is he an outstanding plastic surgeon, but he takes the time to listen to his patients' concerns. Dr. Burgdorf is always my referral for plastic surgery for my patients, friends, and family.”

    David A. Gilpin, MDOtolaryngology, Facial Plastic Surgery · Nashville, TNMarch 16, 2015

  • “Dr. Michael Burgdorf is an incredibly skilled surgeon. He is detailed, talented and artful in his work. He brings a genuine compassion to the care of his patients. He is a master surgeon with few peers.”

    Kenneth Macek, M DObstetrics & Gynecology · Warrenville, ILMarch 16, 2015

  • “I have known Dr Burgdorf for years. He is an excellent plastic surgeon not only because of his amazing technical ability, but also because he keeps his patients wishes and privacy at the forefront.”

    Emile Picarella,MDSurgery, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery · Madison, MSMarch 16, 2015

  • “I have had the opportunity to work with Dr. Burgdorf and to see his patient's post-operatively. He is a compassionate physician who goes above and beyond to ensure that his patient's receive the highest level of care available. Dr. Burgdorf's patient's are genuinely pleased and complimentary of his bedside manner and his willingness to listen to them. Dr. Burgdorf consistently produces outstanding results; he is one of the most respected Plastic Surgeons in the country by both his patients and his peers. Dr. Burgdorf is a very talented and compassionate Plastic Surgeon. I have known him many years: he is practices with the highest level of professionalism and his patient\'s feel that he always does an outstanding job.”Read more

    “I have had the opportunity to work with Dr. Burgdorf and to see his patient's post-operatively. He is a compassionate physician who goes above and beyond to ensure that his patient's receive the highest level of care available. Dr. Burgdorf's patient's are genuinely pleased and complimentary of his bedside manner and his willingness to listen to them. Dr. Burgdorf consistently produces outstanding results; he is one of the most respected Plastic Surgeons in the country by both his patients and his peers. Dr. Burgdorf is a very talented and compassionate Plastic Surgeon. I have known him many years: he is practices with the highest level of professionalism and his patient\'s feel that he always does an outstanding job.”

    Dr. Andrew Kochevar, MDSurgery, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery · Springfield, MOMarch 16, 2015

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Services Offered: facial Procedures, Breast Procedures, Body Procedures, Skin Treatments, Procedures For men Dr. Burgdorf is a distinguished plastic surgeon in Nashville, TN. Read more

Services Offered: facial Procedures, Breast Procedures, Body Procedures, Skin Treatments, Procedures For men

Dr. Burgdorf is a distinguished plastic surgeon in Nashville, TN. He is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons

Recognition history

11 awards

  • 2019 Top DoctorPlastic Surgery
  • 2019 Top 100 DoctorsPlastic Surgery
  • 2019 City WinnerPlastic Surgery · Nashville
  • 2018 City WinnerPlastic Surgery · Nashville
  • 2017 Top 100 DoctorsPlastic Surgery
  • 2016 Top 100 Doctors
  • 2016 City WinnerPlastic Surgery · Nashville
  • 2015 City WinnerPlastic Surgery · Nashville
  • 2015 Top DoctorPlastic Surgery
  • 2014 National WinnerPlastic Surgery
  • 2014 City WinnerPlastic Surgery · Nashville

Issued in earlier Doctors’ Choice Awards cycles. History, not current standing.

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