Dr. Edwin A Cortez MD
Plastic Surgeon | Plastic Surgery Within the Head and Neck
14241 Metcalf Avenue Overland Park KS, 66223About
Dr. Edwin Cortez is a cosmetic medicine and surgery specialist practicing in Overland Park, KS. Dr. Cortez specializes in the enhancement of appearance. Improving aesthetic, symmetry and proportion are key goals in cosmetic surgery. Cosmetic medicine has nothing to do with these specific areas not functioning properly; therefore, this elective field solely focuses on aesthetics and anti-aging.
Education and Training
Univ of Mo, Columbia Sch of Med, Columbia Mo 1974
University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine 1974
Board Certification
OtolaryngologyAmerican Board of OtolaryngologyABOto
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