Profile of Michael Philbin, Dr

Dr. Philbin received his bachelor’s degree in chemistry from the University of Wisconsin in Eau Claire, and his medical degree from the University of Wisconsin Medical School in Madison. He completed his general surgery and plastic surgery residencies at the University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics.

Achieving certification from two respected organizations, The American Board of Surgery and The American Board of Plastic Surgery, Dr. Philbin has been recognized with multiple awards for exceptional patient care. He has been designated a “Top Doctor” by Minneapolis St. Paul Magazine multiple times.

Dedicated to providing the most advanced and effective medical techniques and treatments, Dr. Philbin is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, American College of Surgeons, Hennepin County Medical Society and Minnesota Medical Association.

Dr. Philbin was raised in a “foodie” family and enjoys cooking and exploring the many small ethnic restaurants in the Twin Cities area. He and his family also love to spend time traveling and trying to live like the locals.

Residency

University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics, general surgery
University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics plastic surgery, 1989-1994
Received Yale-Bothom Award for Outstanding Chief Resident, 1994-96

Board Certification

The American Board of Surgery, 1995
The American Board of Plastic Surgery, 1998

Procedures of Michael Philbin, Dr ⁽³¹⁾

Procedure	Rank in Edina	Rank in MN	Rank in US
Breast Lift A procedure that lifts the breast tissue and repositions the nipples to remedy sagging breasts.	Ranked in Edina: 6	Ranked in MN: 19	Ranked in US: 2327
Breast Augmentation Breast augmentation is a plastic surgery procedure that can enhance your breast size and shape.	Ranked in Edina: 6	Ranked in MN: 22	Ranked in US: 2558
Breast Reconstruction Breast reconstruction surgery helps restore a more natural, symmetrical appearance of a breast that has been removed by a mastectomy or altered by a lumpectomy as part of breast cancer treatment.	Ranked in Edina: 7	Ranked in MN: 14	Ranked in US: 1601
Breast Revision Breast revision surgery makes to improve the appearance of breasts that have been previously operated on.	Ranked in Edina: 4	Ranked in MN: 9	Ranked in US: 1358
Rhinoplasty Commonly referred to as a “nose job” this surgical procedure can help correct undesirable ridges, size, shape, or other aspects of the nose. In some situations, this procedure can correct certain breathing problems.	Ranked in Edina: 5	Ranked in MN: 19	Ranked in US: 2100
Revision Rhinoplasty A rhinoplasty revision is a surgical procedure that aims to correct undesired results or complications that arise after an initial rhinoplasty.	Ranked in Edina: 4	Ranked in MN: 8	Ranked in US: 677
Lower Body Lift The lower body lift extends the tummy tuck incision completely around the lower torso, which allows surgeon to lift or resuspend the thighs and tighten the buttocks as well as to execute the traditional tummy tuck.	Ranked in Edina: 4	Ranked in MN: 11	Ranked in US: 1109
BodyTite BodyTite uses radiofrequency energy (RF) to tighten loose skin, remove fat, and firm tissue.	Ranked in Edina: 3	Ranked in MN: 3	Ranked in US: 389
Facelift Facelift surgery tightens underlying muscles, lifts tissues, sculpts fat, and removes excess skin, to give your face and neck a more youthful appearance.	Ranked in Edina: 11	Ranked in MN: 26	Ranked in US: 2687
Thigh Lift A procedure that trims away extra excess skin and fat to create more toned thigh contours.	Ranked in Edina: 6	Ranked in MN: 17	Ranked in US: 1467
Brow Lift A surgical procedure that removes wrinkled, drooping skin around and above the eyebrows. This lifts the eyebrows and restores them to their appropriate placement.	Ranked in Edina: 6	Ranked in MN: 21	Ranked in US: 2209
Liposuction A surgical procedure that removes stubborn fat deposits from the legs.	Ranked in Edina: 7	Ranked in MN: 12	Ranked in US: 1167
Mommy Makeover Mommy makeover is a combination of plastic surgery procedures that can help restore your pre-baby body after dramatic changes brought on by pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding.	Ranked in Edina: 5	Ranked in MN: 20	Ranked in US: 2361
Tummy Tuck Also known as an "abdominoplasty” this procedure reduces the size and shape of the abdomen by removing excess fat and skin.	Ranked in Edina: 6	Ranked in MN: 11	Ranked in US: 1171
Liquid Facelift A liquid facelift is a nonsurgical procedure that uses injectables to restore facial volume, reduce wrinkles, and rejuvenate the face and give it a more youthful appearance.	Ranked in Edina:	Ranked in MN:	Ranked in US:
Vaser Liposuction Vaser liposuction is a surgical fat-removal procedure that uses ultrasonic vibration to break up unwanted fat and free it from the surrounding tissue before it’s sucked out through a hollow tube, called a cannula.	Ranked in Edina: 7	Ranked in MN: 10	Ranked in US: 698
Fat Transfer A procedure that removes fat from one area of the body via liposuction and transfers it to another area.	Ranked in Edina: 5	Ranked in MN: 11	Ranked in US: 1409
Brazilian Butt Lift Also known as a “Fat Transfer to Buttock” or “BBL”, this procedure uses liposuction to remove fat pockets from undesired areas for insertion into the buttocks for a more lifted and enhanced look. Includes two areas of liposuction.	Ranked in Edina: 3	Ranked in MN: 8	Ranked in US: 1009
Mini Facelift A mini facelift is an anti-aging surgery that focuses on sagging skin.	Ranked in Edina: 6	Ranked in MN: 10	Ranked in US: 886
Male Breast Reduction Gynecomastia surgery reduces breast size in men, flattening and enhancing the chest contours.	Ranked in Edina: 4	Ranked in MN: 5	Ranked in US: 322
Facial Fat Transfer An injection procedure where fat is harvested from the abdomen using liposuction, purifying it, and then injecting it into the target areas of the face to create fullness and a younger appearance.	Ranked in Edina: 4	Ranked in MN: 6	Ranked in US: 851
Labiaplasty A labiaplasty is surgery to reduce the size of the labia minora – the flaps of skin either side of the vaginal opening	Ranked in Edina: 3	Ranked in MN: 3	Ranked in US: 162
Breast Fat Transfer A surgery where fat is removed from an area with fatty deposits via liposuction, purified, and then transferred via injection into the breasts to increase size and fullness.	Ranked in Edina: 3	Ranked in MN: 6	Ranked in US: 533
Ear Pinning Cosmetic ear surgery is a type of plastic and reconstructive surgery that can improve the size, shape, or position of the outer ear by reshaping the cartilage.	Ranked in Edina: 4	Ranked in MN: 11	Ranked in US: 1157
Belly Button Surgery Belly button surgery is a minor surgical procedure that changes the shape, size, and often the position of your navel.	Ranked in Edina: 6	Ranked in MN: 6	Ranked in US: 291
Arm Lift An upper arm lift is a cosmetic surgical procedure that removes excess fat and loose skin on your underarms, eliminating the appearance of “bat wings.”	Ranked in Edina: 6	Ranked in MN: 18	Ranked in US: 1721
Buttock Implants A butt augmentation procedure that places implants to enhance the size and shape of the buttocks.	Ranked in Edina: 3	Ranked in MN: 3	Ranked in US: 208
Breast Asymmetry Correction Breast asymmetry correction surgery involves changing the size, shape or position of one of both the breasts to make the breasts more equal.	Ranked in Edina: 3	Ranked in MN: 4	Ranked in US: 471
Pectoral Augmentation Pectoral augmentation is a procedure that can be performed to give the male the definition he's always desired in the chest region.	Ranked in Edina: 3	Ranked in MN: 3	Ranked in US: 329
Chin Augmentation A chin augmentation refers to refinement/improvement of the bone contour of the chin area.	Ranked in Edina: 3	Ranked in MN: 8	Ranked in US: 1343
Facial Implants A facial implant is a small device (made of silicon or another safe material) that plastic surgeon puts underneath your skin during surgery.	Ranked in Edina: 3	Ranked in MN: 11	Ranked in US: 1303