TEACHING THE NEW GENERATION
After completing this rigorous training, Dr. Buchanan relocated to Spokane, Washington, where he practiced both reconstructive and cosmetic plastic surgery. During his four years there, he served as an associate clinical professor with the University of Washington School of Medicine, teaching the new generation of young doctors. He also received several accolades during his time there.
Dr. Buchanan was elected as a top 10 plastic surgeon in Washington by the American Institute of Plastic Surgeons for two years in a row (2017-2018). He was selected as RealSelf 500 Top Doctor in 2016 and RealSelf 100 Top Doctor in 2017. He was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society in 2018 for his commitment to scholarship, leadership, professionalism, and service. He relocated to Tampa Bay in 2018 to start his private practice.
In 2018, Dr. Buchanan relocated to Tampa Bay and founded VIVIFY plastic surgery. His practice now focuses on cosmetic plastic surgery of the face, breast, and body. Since moving to Florida, Dr. Buchanan has continued to accrue his accolades, being elected as a “Top 10 Plastic Surgeon” by both the American Institute of Plastic Surgeons and the National Academy of Plastic Surgeons every year from 2019-2023. He was featured in the “Top Docs” issues of both Tampa Magazine and Tampa Style Magazine in 2020 and 2021. He continues to be a “Verified” RealSelf.com doctor and has also built a loyal social media following with over 120K followers on his Instagram profile (@vivifyplasticsurgery).
Dr. Buchanan serves as a member of the Emerging Trends Committee for the ASPS to evaluate new trends in plastic surgery and educate other plastic surgeons. He is also a clinical educator for the University of Tampa PA Program.