North Raleigh Plastic Surgery
3319 Heritage Trade Dr #201
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Phone: 919.532.2270
Monday–Friday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Dr. Juan Ortiz is an accomplished, double board-certified plastic surgeon with nearly 2 decades of surgical experience and a remarkable career trajectory. A native of Puerto Rico, where his mother, a registered nurse, inspired his pursuit of a medical career, Dr. Ortiz established his Raleigh, North Carolina, plastic surgery practice after serving as Chief of Surgery and Plastic Surgery at Womack Army Medical Center. Dr. Ortiz has performed thousands of cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery procedures and is recognized nationally and internationally by his colleagues.
Credentials at a Glance
Education & Training
- Plastic Surgery Residency: University of Tennessee, Health Science Center Memphis
- Burn Fellowship, Firefighters Regional Burn Center: University of Tennessee, Health Science Center Memphis
- General Surgery Residency: William Beaumont Army Medical Center
- General Surgery Internship: William Beaumont Army Medical Center
- Doctor of Medicine (MD): Ponce School of Medicine, Ponce, Puerto Rico
- Bachelor of Science, Agriculture: University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez Campus
Certifications
- Diplomate of the American Board of Plastic Surgery
- Diplomate of the American Board of Surgery
- Fellow of the American College of Surgeons
- Licensed by the North Carolina Medical Board
Society Memberships
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons
- International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
- American College of Surgeons
- North Carolina Society of Plastic Surgeons
Education & Training
Dr. Ortiz graduated magna cum laude and as a distinguished military graduate from the University of Puerto Rico before attending Ponce School of Medicine, where he was honored as a member of the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. Election to the AOA is a lifelong honor that signifies a lasting commitment to professionalism, leadership, scholarship, research, and community service.
Following medical school, Dr. Ortiz completed a five-year general surgery residency and served as a staff general surgeon in Fort Hood, Texas. He recognized his passion for transforming patients’ lives and pursued further specialization by completing a plastic surgery residency at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center.
He is an active member of several professional organizations, including the North Carolina Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, and the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.
Care Philosophy
Dr. Ortiz believes every patient deserves direct, personalized attention from the very first visit. Rather than requiring a screening process, he meets with each new patient one-on-one, allowing them to share their goals, ask questions, and feel fully heard from the start.
He approaches every consultation as a collaborative experience, working closely with you to develop a customized treatment plan that reflects your anatomy, lifestyle, and desired outcome. By prioritizing open communication and patient involvement, Dr. Ortiz ensures you feel confident, informed, and supported throughout your journey.
A Record of Excellence in Plastic Surgery
Dr. Ortiz brings extensive experience in both cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery, with a strong background in managing everything from routine procedures to highly complex cases. His training and clinical work have included caring for patients with trauma-related injuries, breast reconstruction needs, burn care, extremity reconstruction, and craniofacial conditions across respected institutions such as the Memphis Regional Medical Center, VA hospitals, and leading children’s hospitals.
In addition to his hands-on surgical expertise, Dr. Ortiz has held leadership and research roles that reflect his commitment to advancing patient care. He previously served as Director of Breast Reconstruction Surgery Services at Highsmith-Rainey Specialty Hospital and was a principal investigator in a clinical outcomes study focused on advanced breast reconstruction techniques. As a current case reviewer for the North Carolina Medical Board, he continues to contribute to maintaining high standards of safety, ethics, and excellence in plastic surgery.
Dedicated to His Patients and His Country
Dr. Ortiz’s military service played a defining role in shaping his surgical expertise and his perspective on patient care. During his time in the U.S. Army, he held critical leadership positions, including Chief of Surgery at a combat support hospital in Afghanistan and Chief of Plastic Surgery at Womack Army Medical Center. In these roles, he cared for patients in high-pressure environments where precision, adaptability, and sound judgment were essential.
Treating patients in diverse and often resource-limited settings deepened Dr. Ortiz’s appreciation for access to high-quality medical care. These experiences also reinforced his sense of purpose and commitment to providing thoughtful, attentive, comprehensive care to every patient he serves today.
Areas of Special Clinical Interest
While Dr. Ortiz is highly trained and experienced in all aspects of cosmetic plastic surgery, he has dedicated additional focus to the following procedures:
Instructing the Next Generation of Surgeons
In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Ortiz is committed to education and training the next generation of healthcare professionals. He has held professorships at both the Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences and the Methodist University Physician Assistant Program, contributing to the development of future public and military healthcare providers. His scholarly contributions include numerous published scientific articles and participation in cutting-edge research studies that keep him at the forefront of advancements in plastic surgery.
Professional Integrity & Empathy
In addition to his surgical expertise, Dr. Ortiz takes pride in respecting the individuality of each patient and earns their trust through his honesty and compassion. He ensures patients are thoroughly informed about the procedure or procedures they are considering and that they have reasonable expectations about what cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery can accomplish.
Meet With Dr. Ortiz
If you’re looking for one of the leading plastic surgeons in North Carolina, request a consultation with Dr. Ortiz using the online form or call our practice at 919.532.2270 to schedule an appointment.