Ronald Ford, MD

ASPS, FACS

Elite Plastic Surgery

245 Cherry Street SE
Suite 308
Grand Rapids MI 49503


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CERTIFICATIONS & ACCREDITATIONS

Dr. Ford graduated from the University of Illinois College of Medicine. He completed an internship and General Surgery residency at Blodgett Memorial Medical Center. He also completed a residency in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Dr. Ford received additional training by performing a fellowship in Hand Surgery. His special interests include breast surgery, cancer reconstruction, cosmetic surgery, burn reconstruction and hand surgery. Dr. Ford is the Assistant Program Director of The Plastic Surgery Residency Program of the Grand Rapids Medical Education and Research Center, a division of Michigan State University's College of Human Medicine. He is also an Assistant Professor at Michigan State University's College of Human Medicine in the Department of Surgery.Currently Dr. Ford is cheif of surgery at Saint Mary's Mercy Medical Center in Grand Rapids, MI Dr. Ford is certified by the American Board of Surgery, the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons.

Choosing a plastic surgeon for any procedure, from cosmetic to reconstructive, should be a carefully considered decision. Our physicians at Elite Plastic Surgeons are certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and have experience with the most up-to-date surgical techniques. Using a careful, analytical and caring approach, our physicians will work closely with you to choose the correct plan of care that best meets your individual needs.

With over 40 years of combined plastic surgery experience and success, your trust in us is well founded!

The American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS), a not-for-profit organization, assists 24 approved medical specialty boards in the development and use of standards in the ongoing evaluation and certification of physicians. ABMS, recognized as the "gold standard" in physician certification, believes higher standards for physicians means better care for patients. Board certification by an ABMS member board provides assurance of a physician's expertise in a particular specialty and/or subspecialty of practice.

Certifications & Professional Recognition

American Board of Surgery
American Board of Plastic Surgery
American College of Surgeons

Academic Background

Graduate:

Illinois Wesleyan University 1974 - 1978
Bachelors of Arts (Biology)

Medical:

University of Illinois College of Medicine 1985 - 1989
Doctor of Medicine

Rockford Memorial Hospital School of Medical Technology 1982 - 1983
MT (A.S.C.P.), CLS (N.C.A)

Residency:

University of New Mexico 1996 - 1997
Grand Rapids Area Medical education Center 1994 - 1996
Blodgett Memorial Medical Center, St. Mary's Hospital 1989 -1994

Societies, Memberships, and Affiliations

American Society of Plaastic & Reconstructive Surgeons
American College of Surgeons
Association of Academic Chairmen of Plastic Surgery
Kent County Medical Society
Michigan Academy of Plastic Surgeons
Michigan State Medical Society
American Burn Association
Michigan Hand Surgery Association
Botox Physician Cosmetic Network