TRUSTED CREDENTIALS FROM LEADING INSTITUTIONS & TOP MEDICAL SOCIETIES
Yoav Barnavon, MD, F.A.C.S.
Plastic & Reconstructive Board-Certified Surgeon in Hollywood, FL
For over three decades, Yoav Barnavon, M.D., F.A.C.S., has been recognized as one of the world’s leading plastic and reconstructive surgeons. With unmatched surgical expertise, he has performed thousands of complex reconstructive procedures and advanced cosmetic surgeries, transforming the lives of patients across the globe.
As the founder and Medical Director of Plastic Surgery Specialists of South Florida, Dr. Barnavon leads one of the most trusted plastic surgery centers in the region. His mission is to provide every patient with an experience defined by excellence, safety, compassion, and outstanding results that appear naturally beautiful and refined.
NATURAL, LASTING RESULTS
A WORLD-LEADING EXPERT
Dr. Barnavon is globally recognized for his advanced work in reconstructive plastic surgery, especially in complex breast reconstruction techniques. He is also a pioneer in Natural Breast Augmentation, offering cutting-edge, muscle-sparing approaches that restore feminine beauty with precision and grace. His methods are trusted by patients and peers alike for delivering natural, lasting results.
Autologous Breast Augmentation in South Florida
Artistry, Precision, and Innovation in Breast Augmentation Through Fat Grafting
Autologous Breast Augmentation (often called Natural Breast Augmentation), requires mastery of advanced techniques, surgical artistry, and a deep understanding of the body’s natural contours. Dr. Barnavon’s expertise in this field is unmatched—his use of de-epithelialized flaps, poly-4-hydroxybutyrate mesh fixation, and tissue-sparing approaches ensure results that enhance the body’s natural form.
Trusted by patients seeking subtle yet profound transformations, Dr. Barnavon is widely recognized as a true innovator in the field of aesthetic breast surgery.
CREDENTIALS YOU CAN TRUST
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon in South Florida
Dr. Barnavon is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He is also a member of numerous national and regional professional associations, including the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. He is also a member of the Florida Society of Plastic Surgeons (FSPS) and the SaFE program. His long-standing credentials reflect his dedication to the highest standards in surgical practice and patient care
AWARDS RECEIVED
- Resident Research Award, Association for Academic Surgery, 1987
- Gold Medal Paper, Southeastern Surgical Congress, 1988
- Conrad Jobst Award, Southeastern Surgical Congress, 1988
- Resident Award Finalist, Society of Surgical Oncology, 1988
- The Klausner Award in Basic Science Research, 1989
in the voice of his patients
Invited Presentations
Recognized Speaker at Major Medical and Surgical Conferences
Dr. Barnavon’s published work reflects his dedication to innovation, surgical excellence, and leadership in plastic and reconstructive surgery. Recognized at leading national and international conferences, his contributions highlight the trust placed in him by both peers and patient, and his ongoing commitment to advancing care and outcomes.
Over the years, Dr. Barnavon has been invited to present his work at leading medical symposia and scientific meetings, both across the United States and internationally. From award-winning presentations to faculty roles at major conferences, his contributions reflect a career-long commitment to surgical innovation and professional collaboration.
These presentations cover a range of advanced topics in breast reconstruction, aesthetic surgery, and flap techniques, reinforcing his position as a respected leader in the field.
- Explanation with Concomitant Autologous Augmentation Mammoplasty Utilizing De-epithelialized Intercoastal Perforator Flaps – Annual Scientific Meeting, Southeastern Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, June 8, 2024
- Breast Upper Pole Autologous Augmentation with Poly-4-Hydroxybutyrate (P4HB) Mesh Fixation – Podium Presentation, 24th Congress, International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, November 2, 2018
- Muscle Sparing Latissimus Dorsi (MSLD) Myocutaneous Flaps for Breast Reconstruction: Risks versus Rewards of Muscle Sparing – 59th Annual Scientific Meeting, Southeastern Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, June 15, 2016
- Autologous Upper Pole Augmentation Mammoplasty with Lower Pole Parenchymal Flap and Seri Mesh Fixation – 58th Annual Scientific Meeting, Southeastern Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, June 10, 2015
- Muscle-sparing Latissimus Dorsi Myocutaneous Pedicled Flaps – 60th Annual Meeting, Plastic Surgery Research Council, May 16, 2015
- Extended Transversely Oriented Skin Paddles in Muscle-sparing Latissimus Dorsi Flaps – John Bostwick Resident Paper Award Presentation, 31st Annual Atlanta Breast Surgery Symposium, January 24, 2015
- Controversies Regarding Prophylactic Mastectomy and Breast Cancer Reconstruction – Distinguished Faculty, 4th Annual Puerto Rico Fall Cancer Symposium, November 14–15, 2014
- Muscle-sparing Latissimus Dorsi Flaps with Extended Transverse Paddles – American Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting, October 10, 2014
- Breast Reconstruction Following Nipple Sparing Mastectomy in Patients with Ptotic Breasts – Florida Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting, December 7, 2013
- Adaptation of the Supraclavicular Fasciocutaneous Free Flap for Heel Pad Reconstruction – Senior Residents Conference, 1992
Patient-first philosophy
Where Compassion Meets Excellence
Dr. Barnavon believes that every patient deserves not only surgical excellence, but also compassion, understanding, and respect. He treats each person as a unique individual, prioritizing their comfort, goals, and wellbeing. His patient-first philosophy is at the heart of every procedure, consultation, and result—ensuring experiences that are as positive and reassuring as they are transformative.
Published Academic Contributions
Celebrated for His Contributions, Dr. Barnavon Has Authored Influential Articles in the Field
Dr. Barnavon’s published work spans decades of innovation and clinical advancement in both plastic and reconstructive surgery. His contributions include recent breakthroughs in breast reconstruction and surgical technique, as well as foundational research in cancer treatment and immunotherapy.
Featured in leading journals such as Annals of Plastic Surgery, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, and Journal of Surgical Research, his articles reflect a career dedicated not only to exceptional patient care but also to shaping the future of surgery. This body of work highlights Dr. Barnavon’s role as both a thought leader and a trusted authority in the medical community.
- Garcia, Maxine S. MDa; Ross-Comptis, Jennifer MD; Bassoff, Logan BS; Barnavon, Yoav MD, FACS — Explantation With Concomitant Autologous Augmentation Mammoplasty Utilizing De-epithelialized Intercostal Perforator Flaps, Annals of Plastic Surgery, 94(6S):p S517-S521, June 2025
- Sanchez, D., Bloomquist, E., Wright, H., Barnavon, Y. – Immediate Nipple Reconstruction With Areolar Flaps After Nipple Excision, Annals of Plastic Surgery, 91(2): 211–214, August 2023
- Sakharpe, A., Cook, J., Newman, M.I., Barnavon, Y. – The Muscle Sparing Latissimus Dorsi (MSLD) Flap for Secondary Breast Reconstruction, JPRAS, Vol. 73, Issue 1, January 2020
- Koonce, S.L., Barnavon, Y., Newman, M.I., Hwee, Y.K. – Perfusion Zones of Extended Transverse Skin Paddles in MSLD Flaps for Breast Reconstruction, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, May 2019, Vol. 143(5), pp. 920e–926e
- Cook, J., Waughtel, J., Brooks, C., Hardin, D., Hwee, Y.K., Barnavon, Y. – The Muscle-Sparing Latissimus Dorsi Flap for Breast Reconstruction, Annals of Plastic Surgery, 78(6S): S263–S268, June 2017
- Hwee, Y.K., Vieira, P., Brooks, C., Barnavon, Y. – MSLD Pedicled Flaps with Extended Transversely Oriented Skin Paddles, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Supplement, May 2015, 135(5S): 1
- Barnavon, Y., Wallack, M.K. – Management of the Pregnant Breast Cancer Patient, Surgery, Gynecology and Obstetrics, 171(4): 347–352, October 1990
- Iwaki, H., Barnavon, Y., Bash, J.A., Wallack, M.K. – Vaccinia Virus-Infected Colon Cells and Tumor Protection in Mice, 1989
- Arroyo, P., Barnavon, Y., Bash, J.A., Wallack, M.K. – Cytolytic Activity Post-Immunotherapy in Hepatic Metastases, Surgical Forum, Vol. XL, 1989
- Barnavon, Y., et al. – Treatment of Murine Hepatic Metastases with Vaccinia Oncolysates and IL-2, Journal of Surgical Research, 45: 523–530, 1988
- Barnavon, Y., et al. – Vaccinia Colon Oncolysate Immunotherapy with IL-2, The American Surgeon, 54(12): 696–701, December 1988
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