Gregory Park

Dr. Park is a board-certified Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon at North Coast Plastic Surgery.  •   Undergraduate Degree:  Johns Hopkins University •   Medical Degree:  F. Edward Hébert School of Medicine •   Flight Medicine Training:  Brooks School of Aerospace Medicine •   Otolaryngology Training:  Wilford Hall Medical Center •   Plastic Surgery Training:  University of Utah Health Sciences Center •   Board Certification:  American Board of Plastic Surgery   Dr. Park performs a full range of aesthetic procedures, including plastic surgery of the face, neck, eyes and nose, breast augmentation, breast lifts/reductions, breast reconstruction, liposuction, body contouring, abdominoplasty/tummy tuck, and surgery after massive weight loss. “Each patient is unique, and the answer to your plastic surgery needs is not a “one size fits all” solution. It’s essential to provide a comfortable environment, listen to and evaluate your concerns, and develop a safe surgical plan to optimize your outcome. My work is uncompromising and it is always my goal to exceed your expectations. My gratification and fulfillment comes from getting to know you and sharing your journey of self-improvement. I am honored and take great responsibility to have your trust placed in my hands.” – Dr. Park A Diversity of Experience and Training From medical and surgical care for U.S. Air Force pilots and their families, to life-saving treatment for civilians and wounded soldiers in Afghanistan, Dr. Gregory Park, LtCol, USAF, MC (ret.) had a very distinguished and decorated career before joining the Larrabee Center for Plastic Surgery. Gregory Park, M.D. was born and raised in the Midwest. He graduated from Saint Xavier High School in his hometown of Cincinnati, Ohio. He earned his Baccalaureate of Arts from the Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Park started his military and medical career with the U.S. Air Force while attending the F. Edward Hébert School of Medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. After earning his Doctorate in Medicine, Dr. Park moved to San Antonio, Texas, where he completed his General Surgery internship at Wilford Hall Medical Center at Lackland Air Force Base. Following internship, he attended the School of Aerospace Medicine at Brooks AFB in San Antonio and earned his Flight Surgeon wings. He was assigned at Langley AFB in Hampton, Virginia where he provided medical care for F-15 Eagle, C-21 Lear jet, and UH-1 Huey pilots and their families and enjoyed flying in high performance aircraft with the pilots in his care. Dr. Park also held the position of Chief of Flight Medicine and was responsible for the duties of seven physicians and ten flight medicine technicians. While at Langley AFB, he provided medical support for Operation Uphold Democracy and was named candidate for Flight Surgeon of the Year. Upon completion of his tour as a flight surgeon, Dr. Park returned to Wilford Hall Medical Center in San Antonio, Texas to study Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery where he graduated first among the Chief residents in the program. Following residency he was stationed near Tokyo, Japan where he assumed the role of Chief of ENT surgical services at both Yokota and Misawa Air Bases. After finishing his overseas tour, Dr. Park was stationed at Travis AFB in Northern California where he continued to provide ENT surgical services for military service personnel and their families. Dr. Park subsequently moved to Salt Lake City where he completed a residency in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Utah graduating at the top of his class. After completing his Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery training he was appointed as Chief of Plastic Surgery at Wright Patterson AFB in Dayton, Ohio and provided plastic and reconstructive surgical services there.  Toward the end of his tour in Ohio, Dr. Park deployed to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom at Bagram Air Base. In Afghanistan he used his trauma and reconstructive surgical expertise to care for complex battlefield injuries suffered by U.S. and Coalition soldiers. He also provided life-changing and life-saving humanitarian surgeries for the Afghan people and instructed numerous American, Afghan, Egyptian, and French surgeons and physicians in the care of trauma and burn patients. After returning home from Afghanistan, Dr. Park served as the Chief of Plastic Surgery at Mike O’Callaghan Medical Center at Nellis AFB in Las Vegas, Nevada. There he provided plastic surgery services to military members and their families, and continued his humanitarian efforts until retiring after 24 years of service to his country. Professional Qualifications Along with his own extensive and diverse training and clinical experience, Dr. Park continues to stay involved in the education of patients, colleagues and the next generation of surgeons. He has taught a broad range of plastic surgery subjects including, breast surgery, nasal surgery, trauma and cancer reconstruction, and the use of specialized medical devices. Dr. Park is Board Certified in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and in Otolaryngology by the American Board of Otolaryngology. He is also a member of the: •   American Society of Plastic Surgeons •   American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery   Performing Plastic Surgery in San Diego After 24 years of dedication and service in the U.S. Air Force, Dr. Park joined the Larrabee Center In Seattle, Washington. After practicing in Seattle for 2 years, Dr. Park missed the sun and established his own practice, North Coast Plastic Surgery, in Oceanside, California. His practice encompasses unique aspects of cosmetic surgery and general reconstruction that he has integrated through his education, experiences and travels throughout the country and the world. Dr. Park is passionate about the art and science of plastic surgery. He is committed to excellence and delivers the highest standard of compassionate care based on communication, sensitivity, and understanding. Schedule a Consultation to Learn More North Coast Plastic Surgery offers a comfortable environment where you will find the highest levels of individualized care. For more information visit our web page at www.drgregpark.com