On October 17th, 2018, the Educational and Research Foundation of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery honored Dr. Jeffrey Spiegel with the F. Mark Rafaty Memorial Award for outstanding contributions to facial plastic and reconstructive surgery. The honor was bestowed at the 12th International Symposium of Facial Plastic Surgery at the Sheraton Hotel in Dallas, Texas.

The American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery is the world’s largest specialty association for facial plastic surgery. It represents more than 2,500 facial plastic and reconstructive surgeons throughout the world. The AAFPRS is a National Medical Specialty Society of the American Medical Association (AMA. AAFPRS members are board certified surgeons whose focus is surgery of the face, head, and neck.

Dr. Jeffrey Spiegel is a double board-certified plastic surgeon who performs over 1200 procedures each year and has been recognized by colleagues and the media as an expert in complex facial surgery. Chosen as one of the 10 best physicians in Massachusetts, he was also recently selected as a finalist in two categories for the 2018 MyFaceMyBody awards – Plastic Surgeon of the Year – Male – Northeast and Makeover of the Year – Surgical. The winners will be announced in November 2018. Dr. Spiegel is national known for his expertise and innovations in facial feminization surgery.

Along with his wife, Dr. Onir Spiegel, DDS, Ph.D., Dr. Spiegel operates The Spiegel Center for Advanced Facial Aesthetics in Newton Center, Massachusetts. The Spiegel Center offers a complete range of aesthetic and surgical alternatives to be your true self. The Spiegel Center is located at 335 Boylston St. Newton, MA 02459 and can be reached at 617.566.3223.

For more information contact Alyssa Ellman at [email protected].


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Dr. Jeffrey Spiegel


Dr. Jeffrey Spiegel

With special expertise in all aspects of facial plastic surgery, and a particular skill for revision surgery, it’s clear why Dr. Spiegel is one of the most celebrated facial plastic surgeons in the world. If you are seeking the best possible results, or have a uniquely challenging problem, you’ve found the right doctor.

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Dr. Onir L. Spiegel


Dr. Onir L. Spiegel

Dr. Onir (pronounced “oh-near”) has years of experience in facial aesthetics and treats some of the most recognizable and famous faces. Dr. Onir started her career in oral health, earning doctorate degrees from both New York University and Boston University. She has been the recipient of numerous awards for her cutting-edge medical research as well as her technical skills in dentistry.

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Dr. Jacob Tower


Dr. Jacob Tower

A board-certified specialist in facial plastic surgery, Dr. Jacob Tower brings a thoughtful approach and an artistic eye to New England’s premier plastic surgery practice, The Spiegel Center in Newton, Massachusetts. In addition to being an in-demand surgeon, Dr. Tower is an assistant professor at the Boston University School of Medicine, a sought-after lecturer, and an expert in facial plastic surgery.

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