Neil A. Gordon, M.D.

Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Dr. Neil A. Gordon is one of a small, elite group of facial plastic surgeons. That is, he only performs surgery of the head and neck.

Dr. Gordon’s specialty is facial rejuvenation and Rhinoplasty.  As an expert in his specialty, his skill is in both primary procedures, and revision, or secondary procedures.

Dr. Gordon’s expertise has been further recognized by his appointment to the position of Director, Head and Neck Aesthetic Surgery at the Yale School of Medicine. He adds this to his existing responsibilities at Yale of Coordinator, Residency Education in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery in the Section of Otolaryngology, Department of Surgery.

The art and science of facial rejuvenation has undergone an evolution. Patients seeking facial rejuvenation no longer need to sacrifice their identity or “look done” when reversing the signs of aging. Most important of these advances is the revolutionary face-lift technique, the DEEP PLANE FACELIFT. Dr. Gordon has been a leader in the use of this technique and his patients consistently reap the benefits and the results of a natural looking, youthful appearance that remains remarkably long lasting.

Dr. Gordon also uses the DEEP PLANE FACELIFT technique to revise previously performed facelifts. Because the Deep Plane Face Lift technique does not require the skin to be pulled for a desired result, it is the preferred technique to revise any prior face lift, whether the initial outcome was desired or suboptimal. The importance here is that having one’s skin pulled is the reason for the unwanted “over-done” or “plastic look” after a face-lift. The deep plane procedure avoids this. Dr. Gordon  has acquired a national reputation as an expert in not only primary, or first facelifts, but also revision procedures and was recently featured in “W Magazine” (The Movie Issue, February 2011) and noted as a “revisionist who is widely admired for his ability to restore a soft and natural look to an overstretched face and overpulled brows”. In addition, Dr. Gordon has once again been invited to present the prestigious MASTER’S SEMINAR ON ‘REVISION RHYTIDECTOMY’ (facelifts) at the annual meeting of the AMERICAN ACADEMY OF FACIAL PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY.   

Dr. Gordon was named “TOP DOCTOR” by Castle Connolly Medical Ltd. for the 5th straight year and was profiled in Westport, Greenwich and New Canaan (Connecticut) Magazines’ “TOP DOCTORS ISSUES”. Castle Connolly Medical Ltd. is recognized for identifying top doctors for their special expertise.

Benefits of the revolutionary face-lift technique called the Deep-Plane Facelift, which involves repositioning the underling facial tissues, rather than just pulling the skin, produces a natural and long-lasting result with only mild discomfort after surgery, and a recuperation time of approximately two weeks, after which one can resume a "public life". 

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In addition to his formal training and medical accolades, Dr. Gordon takes great pride and care in the human side of his practice. He invests an immense amount of time and energy to ensure that his patients approach facial plastic surgery with healthy attitudes and appropriate expectations. He strongly believes that a patient's care begins with the educational process during the consultation and continues after a procedure, where his  presence not only ensures proper healing but provides the emotional support and comfort necessary to minimize the recovery process. This allows Dr. Gordon’s patients to consistently achieve the very best results.

His belief in the mind, body and soul's influence on healing lead directly to Dr. Gordon's creation of the most unique environment for the entire process of plastic surgery, The Retreat at Split Rock. At The Retreat at Split Rock his commitment to an individual's total wellbeing, outer beauty in harmony with inner peace, is fulfilled.

Dr. Gordon's credentials are superior. After graduating with highest honors, including Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society, from Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York, he completed his Internship in General Surgery and Residency in Otolaryngology/ Head and Neck Surgery, at Yale University School of Medicine. He later earned the prestigious Fellowship in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Tulane University School of Medicine under the instruction of world-renowned facial plastic surgeon, Calvin M. Johnson, M.D. In addition to academic honors and scholarships, Dr. Gordon is one of a select few surgeons to achieve double board certification by both the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology.

He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, the American College of Surgeons, and The American Academy of Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery as well as a member of the Yale Surgical Society, the Connecticut State Medical Society and The Fairfield County Medical Society.

He is the founding Chairman of The Committee On Patient Safety And Accreditation for The American Academy Of Facial Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery and remains Senior Advisor to the current Chairman of this important committee.

Dr. Gordon has written and lectured extensively on current concepts in facial plastic surgery and is recognized for his expertise in the most sophisticated techniques in face lifting, eye and brow lifting, and nose surgery. He appears frequently on television and in the print media to discuss and educate the public on facial plastic surgery. His recent book, "Your Complete Guide To Facial Rejuvenation" is currently available nationally. Acknowledged by both fellow physicians and the public, Dr. Gordon is honored as a "top physician" in many publications. For five consecutive years he has been named by Castle Connolly's Top 100 Doctors, New York Metro Area; and Top Doctors of Fairfield County, Connecticut; Best Doctors in America; and the Guide to America's Top Physicians: Consumer Research Council of America. In a recent news release, "Cambridge Who's Who", announced Dr. Gordon's induction into this prestigious and exclusive registry for executive, entrepreneurial and professionals recognized for dedication, leadership, excellence and contributions to advancements in the field of facial plastic surgery.

Dr. Gordon was recently honored by City of Hope National Medical Center with The Spirit of Life Award for his philanthropic support of the organization. City of Hope is one of the world's leading research and treatment centers for cancer, diabetes, and other life threatening diseases. Dr. Gordon also contributes his time and energy to The Soldiers ForThe Truth Foundation. This charity is dedicated to inform the public, Congress and the media on issues related to the training, readiness, equipment and leadership of the United States Armed Forces. He has also been recognized by Brandeis University for his efforts to raise awareness and financial support for this great institution.

Dr. Gordon receives patients for consults in New York City at his Fifth Avenue office as well as his offices in Greenwich and Wilton, Connecticut. The adjacency of Dr. Gordon's offices to the New York Metro area provides easy access for his patients from all over the world.

Created by Dr. Neil A. Gordon, and located in the bucolic hamlet of Wilton, Connecticut, The Retreat at Split Rock offers guests a unique environment.  The Retreat at Split Rock is home to Dr. Gordon's state licensed, state of the art, fully accredited surgical center, New England Surgical Center, where he serves as Medical Director, and with the adjoining Inn and Aesthetic Institute all were created to provide the ultimate in aesthetic rejuvenation, safety, luxury, comfort and privacy.