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Physician-Owned Practice, Growth-Focused Opportunity for Board-Certified or Eligible Plastic Surgeon Posted: 5/2/2026

Hickory, NC

Piedmont Plastic Surgery & Dermatology (PPSD)

Hickory, North Carolina | Greater Charlotte Region | Aesthetic + Reconstructive Opportunity

Piedmont Plastic Surgery & Dermatology (PPSD), one of the Southeast’s leading physician-owned plastic surgery and dermatology organizations, is seeking a highly motivated Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Plastic Surgeon to join our established Hickory, North Carolina location. This is a rare opportunity to build a thriving practice in a high-growth market while benefiting from the infrastructure, reputation, and support of an established regional leader.

Why PPSD?

Physician-Owned. Surgeon-Led. Built for Long-Term Success.

  • Physician-owned organization with leadership-driven culture
  • Immediate cosmetic + reconstructive surgical volume
  • Strong internal referral network across dermatology, Mohs, and aesthetic services
  • AAAASF-accredited surgical centers with in-house anesthesia
  • Proven marketing and patient acquisition systems
  • Dedicated patient care coordinators and cosmetic consult teams
  • Competitive compensation + productivity incentives
  • Full benefits, CME support, and leadership development
  • Long-term professional growth with future partnership potential for qualified candidates

Why Hickory + Lake Hickory?

  • Hickory offers exceptional affordability, strong healthcare demand, and an outstanding quality of life.
  • Lake Hickory waterfront living with boating, fishing, and recreation
  • Affordable luxury housing and a lower cost of living compared to Charlotte
  • Family-friendly communities with strong public and private schools
  • Thriving arts, dining, and cultural scene
  • Close proximity to Charlotte (~1 hour), Asheville, and the Blue Ridge Mountains
  • 3–4 hours to North Carolina beaches
  • Easy access to professional sports (Panthers, Hornets, Charlotte FC) major airports (Charlotte Douglas) and metropolitan amenities while enjoying a more balanced lifestyle

Ideal Candidate

  • BC/BE Plastic Surgeon
  • Aesthetic and reconstructive interests
  • Entrepreneurial, growth-minded physician
  • Seeking autonomy, leadership, and long-term success
  • Build More Than a Practice

At PPSD, surgeons benefit from immediate patient demand, advanced infrastructure, physician leadership, and the opportunity to grow within one of North Carolina’s premier surgical organizations.

Build your practice. Expand your future. Thrive with PPSD in Hickory.

Please submit CV and correspondence to: recruiting@ppsd.com