Scott RunnelsDr

Scott Runnels, MD, FACS is a plastic surgeon, with certification from the American Board of Plastic Surgery, and other professional organizations. His private practice is located in Flowood, MS, inside the Metro Jackson area. He has been voted best cosmetic surgeon by readers of the CLARION-LEDGER and BOOMJACKSON.

Dr. Runnels’ specialty is aesthetic and cosmetic surgery of the face, breast, and body. He is particularly proud of his breast cancer reconstructive practice, and of helping, women treated for breast cancer return to normal lives.

His approach to aesthetic surgery owes its origin to his artistic background. He is a portrait artist, one who has primarily worked with graphite on paper. He is now working with oils and acrylics on canvas. During his medical training, his natural artistic inclination drew him toward plastic surgery. The rigors of medical training and board certification, and his continued interest in the arts, ultimately led him to create a state-of-the-art, aesthetic plastic surgery center in 2005.

Education & Training

Alumni of UMMC and surgically trained at the University of Tennessee Medical School, Dr. Runnels is committed to further refining the art of plastic surgery through both clinical and basic research as well as education. Dr. Runnels is frequently asked to lecture to medical students, nurses, and fellow private practice physicians to help further their understanding of plastic surgery. In addition to educating other medical professionals, he actively participates in nursing updates, women’s workshops and health fairs.

After completing his surgical training, Dr. Runnels returned to his home state of Mississippi, where he lives with his wife, Melissa, and their children. He is affiliated with Merit Health River Oaks Hospital.

• Medical School: University of Mississippi School of Medicine, Jackson MS
• Internship: Methodist Hospital at Memphis, UT, Memphis TN
• Residency: University of Tennessee, Memphis TN
• Fellowship: University of Tennessee, Memphis TN