Lawrence Bass, MD, FACS, has been named a 2026 Castle Connolly Top Doctor, marking the tenth consecutive year he has received this designation. This recognition carries significant weight in the medical community as only 7 percent of the nation's licensed physicians are selected each year as Castle Connolly Top Doctors for their specialties in their regions.
The importance of this sustained recognition lies in its rigorous selection process. Top Doctors are nominated by peer physicians and selected by the physician-led Castle Connolly research team based on criteria including medical education, training, hospital appointments, and disciplinary histories. Doctors cannot pay to be selected, ensuring the designation reflects genuine professional esteem. Castle Connolly publishes its Top Doctors list at https://www.castleconnolly.com and in various print and online partner publications.
Dr. Bass, a board-certified plastic surgeon with Bass Plastic Surgery, PLLC, operates a leading Park Avenue practice known for highly personalized and innovative aesthetic plastic surgery treatments. His approach emphasizes detailed pre-surgical planning, advanced surgical techniques, and dedicated post-operative management to achieve natural, enduring results. This consistent methodology has contributed to his decade-long recognition as a top practitioner.
The implications of such sustained recognition extend beyond individual achievement to impact patient care standards and medical education. Dr. Bass's practice focuses extensively on facial rejuvenation, including deep plane and mini-facelifts, eyelid surgery, and minimally invasive brow lifts. His international recognition as a researcher, author, and educator, particularly regarding advanced technologies in aesthetic surgery, positions him at the forefront of his field. He has served as a leading clinical researcher in FDA approval trials for many sought-after aesthetic technologies.
Dr. Bass's educational background includes a medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons, residencies in general surgery at Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center and plastic surgery at the Institute of Reconstructive Plastic Surgery at NYU Medical Center, and a research fellowship in microsurgery at New York University Medical Center. He currently serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor of Plastic Surgery at the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, contributing to the next generation of medical professionals.
Through his podcast, Park Avenue Plastic Surgery Class, Dr. Bass has spent four years providing expert insight into plastic surgery techniques, trends, and patient-focused advancements. This educational outreach makes complex developments in plastic surgery accessible to both colleagues and potential patients, demonstrating how top-tier medical professionals contribute to broader industry knowledge.
The decade-long recognition of Dr. Bass as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor matters because it signals consistent excellence in a competitive medical specialty. For patients, it indicates access to a physician vetted through rigorous peer review processes. For the medical industry, it highlights practitioners who maintain high standards over extended periods, influencing both clinical practice and professional education. This sustained achievement underscores the importance of peer recognition in validating medical expertise and maintaining quality standards in healthcare.
