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Dr. Alan Durkin, MD

Dr. Alan Durkin, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Alan Durkin, MD is a plastic surgeon in Vero Beach, FL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine in 1999. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital and Cleveland Clinic Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 361 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (361 reviews)

At a Glance

  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Durkin specializes in the areas of General Surgery & Plastic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Durkin's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Durkin

4.8
361 ratings, 325 with a written review
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One month later and I am delighted with my facelift! I feel that Ocean Drive Plastic Surgery was definitely the right choice. I think the world of Dr Durkin and think his facility and staff are amazing! His facility is top notch and his staff are personable, polite and knowledgeable. This has been a very positive experience! Maureen B
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Maureen B. – Jun 21, 2024
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Dr Durkin listened to all of my concerns and made sure to have a plan to address all of them. We did injections with natural fillers so my results look amazing and natural. I had lip filler and fillers to balance my whole face. I also had Daxxify injections with Stephanie recently and loved those too. Ashley also did a laser to reduce an old surgical scar. Love all my results and love that this practice offers everything I could think of and more
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 05, 2024
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Dr Durkin and staff are exceptionally skilled when it comes to patient care. R.N. Melissa was fantastic before, during and after procedure. Every staff member I have seen post-op has been amazing to work with. Office gets you in quickly to resolve any concerns you may have post-op and took care in answering all questions before the procedure.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Kellie B. – May 24, 2024
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great
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 10, 2024
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Top Tier
I am so grateful for Dr. Durkin's care and expertise. I received a breast lift, an internal bra, and 405CCs high-profile implants. Dr. Durkin was expensive compared to the DRs in Miami, but he was worth every penny. I mean, even the surgery bed was HEATED, LOL. They roll out the red carpet. Everyone in the office is kind. I genuinely felt like I was treated like gold. Dr. Durkin also made scheduling my post-op appointments and getting my prescriptions easy. I am only writing this review because I would not want anyone to go elsewhere for their cosmetic work. I am so grateful for Dr. Durkin because anything could happen on that surgery table. Thank you, Dr Durkin & Team-Natalia W
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Prada – Apr 05, 2024
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I have been to Dr. Durkin for a couple of procedures and am very impressed with the results. Better than I pictured. The staff is beyond professional and kind and thinks of everything ahead and made me feel special and totally taken care of.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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L. E. – Mar 29, 2024
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Jekyl and Hyde bedside manner
Performed eyelift procedure. After lots of pain behind my ears was described to him, he said give it time. Subsequently on a follow up appointment I told him the pain was getting worse, as I vividly recall, he walked out leaving me with his nurse. The nurse took a look and observed that he had not removed the surgical staples. It took the nurse not him to discover this, but not Dr. Durkin. He also spoke down to me as if I was inconsequential and what he said was the gospel. He has a jekyl and Hyde bedside manner.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Jekyl and Hyde – Mar 17, 2024
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Dr. Durkin always takes his time & is sure to make you laugh.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 29, 2024
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Firstly, my very first visit at this place. They took my $60 co-payment. They had me get undressed just for the nurse Stephanie Bieber to not even look at my body/areas of loose skin. They then told me that I had to have my weight consistent for at least 6 months was told to come back February. Just before my appointment I was called by someone in the office and told that my insurance didn’t pay for $97 dollars of the previous visit and was told that I would have to pay that plus and additional $60 co-payment. Then I got to the actually appointment and I was informed that the doctor who I was seeing supposedly just left without warning. They called me prior to inform of co-payment but it was not until I was there that stated the doctor left without warning. They only told me the doctor left without warning after collecting my full payment of $155. I was then told with that particular doctor leaving that they no longer took my insurance and I would have to pay cash if I wanted to cont
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Feb 07, 2024
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Great
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Brittany R. – Jan 05, 2024
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Dr. Durkin always listens to my concerns and makes me feel comfortable.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Heather R. – Dec 07, 2023
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Seems to be more interested in tummy tucks, and face lifts, not so much with skin cancer patients.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Sep 18, 2023
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The best!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Benjamin S. – Jul 07, 2023
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Dr Durkin was an absolute gem. He listened to my concerns, and gave me options that I wasn't aware of. He was knowledgeable, understanding, and very thorough.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 30, 2023
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quick and efficient
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – May 18, 2023
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Very happy with the results of my cosmetic non-surgical procedures. Dr. Durkin is a professional and skilled doctor that I highly recommend.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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J. H. – May 18, 2023
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always a pleasure
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Deanne M. – May 17, 2023
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Beautiful practice! Its such a warming and nice office. I love my results! Madison is amazing also!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – Jan 24, 2023
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Always awesome!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jessica S. – Aug 11, 2022
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very informative
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Janet H. – Aug 11, 2022
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr Alan Durkin is a dual board certified Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon specializing in facial aesthetics, cosmetic breast surgery, and body contouring.

biography

Dr. Durkin is a diplomate of the American Board of Surgery, and the American Board of Plastic Surgery. He has been named one of "The Best Doctors in America" by Castle Connolly®, and is one of America's Top Doctors®. He also sits on the Medical...read more
  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

  • Cosmetic Dermatology

  • Dermatology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • 2006

    Fellowship Hospital
  • 2009

    Fellowship Hospital
  • H Lee Moffitt Canc And Rsch Inst

    Fellowship Hospital
  • H Lee Moffitt/u South Fla

    Fellowship Hospital
  • 2004

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of South Florida Affiliated Hospitals

    Residency Hospital
  • Tampa Gen Hosp-u South Fla College Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 2000
  • University Of South Florida Morsani College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1999
  • University Of Chicago

    1995
  • University Of Miami

    Undergraduate School, 1994
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
Plastic Surgery
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  • Spanish

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Cleveland Clinic Hospital

    3100 Weston Rd
    Weston, FL 33331
    Recipient of 10
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
  • Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital

    1000 36th St
    Vero Beach, FL 32960
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    71%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Sebastian River Medical Center

    13695 US Highway 1
    Sebastian, FL 32958

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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