Dr. Peter N. Butler is a board-certified plastic surgeon who has been in practice for over two decades. He specializes in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the breast, face, and body at Gulf Coast Plastic Surgery in Pensacola, Florida. He is especially skilled in breast enhancement, tummy tucks, and complete mommy makeovers. “As a plastic surgeon, it's my job to make sure my patients look and feel great about themselves,” says Dr. Butler. “Just as each person is unique, so is each surgery. I carefully listen to my patients and take the time to answer all their questions. My patient and I are a team, and together we can achieve beautiful results.” Dr. Butler obtained his undergraduate degree in biology at Florida State University in Tallahassee and then pursued his medical degree at the University of Florida College of Medicine in Gainesville. Afterward, he completed a residency in general surgery at New Hanover Regional Medical Center with the University of North Carolina. He also completed a fellowship in plastic surgery at the University of Utah Health Sciences Center in Salt Lake City. Dr. Butler is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. He has been awarded membership into the American College of Surgeons and the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. When Dr. Butler isn't helping his patients achieve their aesthetic goals, he serves as an associate clinical professor at Florida State University College of Medicine. He’s also a credentialed provider for the Anderson Physicians' Network.
Dr. Jocelyn E. Leveque has been a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon for over 23 years. She is one of the founding partners of Gulf Coast Plastic Surgery in Pensacola, Florida, which has been selected as Best Plastic Surgery Practice by the Pensacola News Journal. Dr. Leveque specializes in breast enhancement, tummy tucks, liposuction, and body lifts, as well as facelifts, brow lifts, and eyelid lifts. Having performed thousands of plastic surgery procedures throughout her career, Dr. Leveque takes pride in her ability to empathize with her patients’ desire to restore their body image and confidence after pregnancy, weight loss, or cancer treatment. “It is my mission to provide the highest quality of care to my cosmetic and reconstruction patients,” says Dr. Leveque. “As a woman, I have a unique perspective that allows me to better understand the goals, expectations, and concerns of my female patients.” Dr. Leveque earned her medical degree from the University of South Alabama College of Medicine in Mobile, where she remained to complete a five-year general surgery residency (ranked as one of the top general surgery programs in the country). Dr. Leveque served as chief resident during her final year and was appointed as a clinical instructor in the department of surgery. She went on to complete a plastic surgery residency at Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana, where she was later appointed as an assistant professor of surgery in the department of plastic surgery. Today, in addition to her private practice, Dr. Leveque is a clinical assistant professor at Florida State University, department of surgery in Tallahassee, as well as an appointed physician for the Pensacola Blue Wahoos. Dr. Leveque is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, and the Southeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons.
Dr. Patterson completed his Medical Degree at the University of Alabama School of Medicine. His general surgery training began at Carraway Methodist Medical Center and was completed at the world renowned Alton Ochsner Medical Foundation in New Orleans. He fulfilled his plastic surgery residency at the University of California in San Diego where he worked with numerous internationally recognized plastic, head & neck, and maxillofacial surgeons. Dr. Patterson lives in Gulf Breeze with his wife, Kam, and his son, Pierce.
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Dr. Butler performed liposuction to my abdomen and flanks. Dr. Butler thoroughly explained the procedure, what my expectations should be for the final outcome and answered any and all questions that I had. I am still in the healing stages and my results are far better than I anticipated. Dr. Butler is hands down a top notch plastic surgeon in my opinion. He truly has magic hands and I could...
April of last year I had a nipple sparing prophylactic bilateral mastectomy. The process was hard and at times emotionally draining, but having Dr Butler and his team by my side made things that much easier. The process of reconstruction is ongoing, but worth it. Why do I consider Dr Butler a gem? 1) During this process I lost my Aunt to breast cancer and Dr Butler was empathetic and...
Best surgeon!! Dr. Peter Butler is a compassionate, caring, very detailed in his work, and absolutely went the extra mile to achieve the best results for me. In no way did I feel rushed or unable to ask a question. Dr. Butler is very personable and created a wonderful Dr/patient relationship that was confidence building. His nursing and office staff was very professional, friendly, and...
There are not enough words to express my gratitude towards Dr Patterson and his entire staff, to include those at Gulf Coast Plastic Surgery Center, The Gulf Coast Skin Care Center and Cornerstone Surgery Center. From the consult to the post op visits I have felt I was their only patient. Dr Patterson took the time to listen to me regarding my concerns and what I wished to accomplish. I was...
New to the area, I interviewed several surgeons before choosing Dr Leveque. She answered all of my questions without rushing me. Her website has great before/after photos of different procedures. The staff is amazing with scheduling, returning emails, answering questions during visits. I highly recommend this group. As an incentive for posting a review, this reviewer received an entry...
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