Dr. Jon Harrell has retained a lifelong passion to help others reach their potential. This passion can be seen in the work that he performs, in his teaching of other surgeons, and in his dedication to stay ahead of the power curve with the most up to date knowledge of new technologies and new procedures.

Dr. Harrell is a student of science and the human form and uses his skill, knowledge and over twenty years of experience to create happiness for his patients. He enjoys meeting with people who are interested in cosmetic surgery and helping them to understand how procedures that he performs can realistically improve their appearance. Dr. Harrell brings much to the table. He is doubly Board Certified, having achieved certification in both Plastic Surgery and Otolaryngology and his surgical training has encompassed more than seven years of working under some of the finest surgeons in the country. Dr. Harrell excels in facial plastic surgery, restorative and enhancing procedures, as well as the many "body-contouring" procedures available today.

Dr. Harrell received his B. A. degree from George Williams College in Downers Grove, Illinois and subsequently earned his D. O. degree from the Chicago College of Medicine. He served his internship at Brooke Army Medical Center and his residency at Walter Reed Army Hospital. After completing his training he became a staff surgeon at the 5th General Hospital in Stuttgart Germany and subsequently at Tripler Army Hospital in Honolulu. He also was Chief of Plastic Surgery at the renowned Beverly Hills Surgical Institute.

Dr. Harrell holds memberships in a variety of prestigious organizations including the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, and the American College of Surgeons and is enrolled in a number of other state and national societies. His passion for plastic surgery extends beyond the operating room and Dr. Harrell has remained active in the training of new residents and fellows. He accomplishes this in his role as Assistant Clinical Professor of Surgery at Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale.

Dr. Harrell's passion and expertise have carried him into the media world as well. He has been featured on numerous radio and television shows where he has explained the benefits of cosmetic surgery and answered questions from viewers and audiences. He has also been active in the wider medical community serving on the Osteopathic Board of Hawaii and on the Board of Governors for the Honolulu County Medical Society.

He is a firm believer in continuous medical education and remains current in the latest proven advances in aesthetic surgery, including minimally invasive procedures, laser based therapies and other leading edge techniques of tomorrow. This is achieved thru extensive research and reading, his University association, as well as attending aesthetic conferences on an annual basis.

Dr. Harrell resides in the Fort Lauderdale area with his wife and four children. Some of his many outside interests include watersports, skiing, traveling and cooking. He is delighted and privileged to offer his services and expertise to help his patients achieve their goals.

Curriculum Vitae

EDUCATION
1970-1974
George Williams College
BA Natural Sciences
Downer's Grove, IL

1974-1978
Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine
DO Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine

POSTDOCTORAL EDUCATION
Jul 1978-Jun 1985
Internship
Rotating
Brooke Army Medical Ctr, San Antonio, TX

Jul 1979-Jun 1983
Residency
Otolaryngology
Brooke Army Medical Ctr, San Antonio, TX

Jul 1985-Jun 1987
Residency
Plastic Surgery
Walter Reed Army Medical Ctr, Wash, D.C.

MEDICAL PRACTICE
Jul 1978-Jun 1985
Staff Surgeon
Otolaryngology
5th General Hospital, Stuttgart, Germany

Jul 1987-Sep 1991
Staff Surgeon
Plastic Surgery
Tripler Army Medical Center, Honolulu, HI

Sep 1991-Jun 1999
Private Practice
Plastic Surgery
Honolulu, HI

Jan 1999-Oct 2003
Private Practice
Plastic Surgery
South Lake Tahoe, CA

Oct 2003-Jun 2004
Staff Surgeon
Plastic Surgery
Beverly Hills Surgical Institute, L.A., CA

Jul 2004-Present
Private Practice
Plastic Surgery
Miami and Weston, FL

CERTIFICATION
1979
Diplomate, National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners

1979
FLEX Medical Examination

1983
Diplomate, American Board of Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery

1990
American Board of Plastic Surgery, Qualifying Examination

1990
Diplomate, American Board of Plastic Surgery

LICENSURE
1989
Hawaii
DOS 598
Active

1998
California
20A7385
Active

2003
Florida
OS 9033
Active

MILITARY SERVICE
Jul 1978-Aug 1991
Active Duty U.S. Army Rank-LTC Honorable Discharge

Sep 1991-Jan 1999
U.S. Army Reserve LTC Honorable Discharge

PROFESSIONAL SOCIETY MEMBERSHIP
Member
1992-Present
American Society of Plastic Surgeons

Fellow
1992-Present
American College of Surgeons

Member
American Osteopathic Association

Member
Florida Osteopathic Medical Association

Candidate Member
American Society of Aesthetic Surgery

AWARDS
1974
Faculty-Voted Outstanding Science Student – George Williams College

1987
Best Resident Paper Presentation: "Breast Reconstruction Utilizing the Tram Flap" Annual Military Plastic Surgery symposium – Denver, Colorado

ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS
1986-1991
Instructor – Department of Surgery, Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences
Bethesda, Maryland

1997-Present
Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery, College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific

2005-Present
Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Surgery, Nova Southeastern University
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

POSITIONS HELD
1988-1991
Director of Cleft Palate Team – Tripler AMC – Honolulu, Hawaii

1995-1997
Board of Governors – Honolulu County Medical Society

1995-1997
Alternate Delegate to AMA – Hawaii Medical Association

1997-1999
Member – Hawaii Osteopathic Board of Medical Examiners

2003-2004
Chief of Plastic Surgery – Beverly Hills Surgical Institute

PUBLICATION
Harrell, J.F., Spielman, D., Smith, A. "Repair of a Distal Leg Defect Using the Latissimus Dorsi Free Flap." Journal of the American Osteopathic Association, 1998, p. 1516-1521

PRESENTATIONS
1996
Guest – A.M. Hawaii – KGMB, Ch 9 (ABC Affiliate) – Five appearances discussing Plastic Surgery

1995
Honolulu Health Fair Exposition

1995
Healthline KBMG, Ch 9 (ABC Affiliate) – Evening News Feature – 'Computer Imaging in Plastic Surgery'

1991/1993
Radio Program Guest Host – 'More than Skin Deep' – Four Programs – Honolulu, HI

1992
Reach to Recovery Cancer Forum – American Cancer Society – 'Breast Reconstruction'

1991
Hawaii Association of Osteopathic Physicians' Annual Symposium – 'Plastic Surgery Update'

1988-1989
Soft Tissue Workshop AAFRPS – Tripler Army Medical Center, Honolulu, HI

1987
Annual Military Plastic Surgery Symposium – 'Breast Reconstruction Utilizing the TRAM Flap' – Denver, CO