Meet Dr. Ovalle

Dr. Fernando Ovalle Jr, MD is more than a skilled surgeon. He is a trusted partner in each patient’s course of transformation. A double board-certified plastic surgeon and obesity medicine specialist, Dr. Ovalle brings a rare combination of expertise, mastery, and compassion to every interaction.

Originally from Monterrey, Mexico, Dr. Ovalle moved to the US at a young age. His academic path began at Rice University, where he graduated magna cum laude, balancing art and science through his double majors in English literature and Biochemistry. Dr. Ovalle then continued with his graduate medical education at the prestigious Vanderbilt University School of Medicine as a Dean’s Merit Scholar. Inspired by the unique ability of plastic surgery to restore form and function, he then completed a rigorous Integrated Plastic Surgery Residency at the University of Cincinnati, where Dr. Ovalle mastered the full spectrum of aesthetic and reconstructive procedures of the face, breasts, body, and hands. During his residency, Dr. Ovalle served as a chief resident and received academic achievement awards based on his plastic surgery in-service exam scores.

Dr. Ovalle is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS) and is a member surgeon of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) as well as the Aesthetic Society. Wanting to offer patients truly comprehensive care, Dr. Ovalle pursued additional subspecialty training in Obesity Medicine through Columbia University, which allows him to integrate evidenced-based medical weight loss strategies with expert plastic surgery services for complete body contouring solutions. Dr. Ovalle is also board certified by the American Board of Obesity Medicine (ABOM).

Dr. Ovalle has also pursued advanced training in high-resolution ultrasound in plastic surgery, adding precision and safety to his practice. He is committed to advancing the field of medicine through research, having completed an applied epidemiology fellowship at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). His work includes publishing in peer-reviewed journals and textbooks, as well as presenting at medical conferences across the country.

Outside of his education and training, Dr. Ovalle has participated in several medical mission trips, including Operation Smile to Lima, Peru. He spends his free time exploring the outdoors, trying new recipes in the kitchen, and spending quality time with his family.

Through all of his training, research, and experience, one commitment remains constant: personalized, patient-centered care. Dr. Ovalle’s goal is to help every patient feel empowered, confident, and supported by delivering results that enhance natural beauty while honoring each person’s individuality.