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R. Phillip Burns, MD, FACS

4.9 ★★★★★ 114 Google reviews · Tummy tuck surgeon in Chattanooga, Tennessee

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  • Board-certified plastic surgeon certified in plastic surgery — the recognized standard for a tummy tuck. Verify with the ABPS →
  • Financing payment plans / medical financing (e.g. CareCredit) offered — ask what monthly options they accept
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  • Phone +1 423-267-0466
  • Website universitysurgical.com — book a consultation and see their before/after galleries

Hours

Monday 8 am–5 pm
Tuesday 8 am–5 pm
Wednesday 8 am–5 pm
Thursday 8 am–5 pm
Friday 8 am–5 pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Office hours differ from surgery days — call ahead to schedule a consultation.

About this practice

Features patients and the practice mention for R. Phillip Burns, MD, FACS — a quick read on what to expect before your consultation.

These features are compiled from reviews and the practice's own info — they describe what patients report, not a formal guarantee. Confirm anything that matters to you (accreditation, financing terms, who performs the surgery) with the practice, and always verify board certification with the ABPS.

What patients say again and again

Patient-reported opinions from public reviews, not endorsements or medical claims — the themes that recur across 114 Google reviews.

💗 attentive bedside manner 6 mentions

“Burns and his nurse, Megan R, were incredibly helpful and made me feel comfortable throughout my visits.”

🩹 attentive aftercare 2 mentions

“Takes his time in explaining everything when I go for my follow-up.”

From the reviews

Dr Burns saw me for review and treatment for Breast Cancer. He monitored me annually until the next cancer appeared. He treated me for that incident also. He established a Team of Medical Support which was instrumental to my outcome.

★★★★★ — Bj, Feb 2023

Dr. Burns and his nurse, Megan R, were incredibly helpful and made me feel comfortable throughout my visits. I truly appreciated their attentiveness and willingness to accommodate my needs. I highly recommend Dr. Burns and his team—five stars! They responded quickly, and there were no long wait times.

★★★★★ — Shaelyn, Sep 2024

Dr. Burns was the surgeon who performed my lumpectomy, back in 2018. In my opinion, he is the best in his field of expertise. He is 100% professional, but also very personable, caring, and truly listens to what the patient has to say. I have the utmost respect for Dr.

★★★★★ — Tammi, Feb 2023

Doctor Burns is the most caring and compassionate doctor I have ever seen. He is very professional and thorough and an excellent surgeon. His office is staffed with people that also take very good care of his patients. I highly recommend Dr. Burns, he is a blessing!

★★★★★ — Marsha, Feb 2023

Excerpts from public Google reviews — patient opinions, not endorsements or clinical claims. Read all 114 reviews →

Researching a tummy tuck?

A tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) is major surgery with real risks and a recovery that usually runs several weeks — this page is a starting point for finding a surgeon, not medical advice. The most useful next step is a consultation, where a surgeon reviews your health history, examines you, talks through your options, and gives a personal quote. Bring questions and don't rush the decision.

Questions worth asking: Are you board-certified in plastic surgery (and can I verify it)? Where would you operate, and is the facility accredited? Can I see before-and-after photos of your own patients? What are the risks and the realistic recovery timeline for me? What's your revision policy if something needs adjusting? Whatever a listing says, always verify certification directly with the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS) at abplasticsurgery.org, and discuss your candidacy, risks, and recovery with the surgeon.

Where to find R. Phillip Burns, MD, FACS

979 E 3rd St ste c320, Chattanooga, TN37404

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