After completing medical school training in 1985 Dr Hammond was accepted into the integrated Plastic Surgery training program in Grand Rapids, Michigan under the direction of program chairman Dr. John Beernink. Upon graduation in 1990, he then completed two year long highly competitive fellowships in Plastic Surgery. Dr. Hammond has become one of the world's most recognized and respected authorities in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the breast. He has co-edited one of the most influential textbooks in plastic surgery along with his friend and colleague Dr. Scott Spear. Dr. Hammond has authored many scientific papers, and currently serves as an associate editor for "Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery," the main scientific journal for plastic surgeons around the world. Dr. Hammond also serves on the editorial board for Annals of Plastic Surgery, and serves as a reviewer for scientific articles for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, and the Journal of Aesthetic Surgery. Dr. Hammond is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and has been in practice since 1992. Currently his practice focuses on all aspects of both aesthetic as well as reconstructive breast surgery. Dr. Hammond has also developed a particular interest in revisionary breast surgery treating complications from previous procedures. Other types of body contouring procedures are also offered by Dr. Hammond including abdominoplasty, liposuction, and various types of body reshaping after weight loss. No matter what the condition, Dr. Hammond is intensely committed to providing Michigan residents with the best plastic surgery results that can be achieved in the safest manner possible.