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Age Groups Seen
- Adults
- Geriatrics
Languages
- English
About Jorge De la Torre
Biography
Dr. de la Torre is from Texas where he completed his undergraduate education at the University of Texas in Austin. He received his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical School in Houston. He completed general surgery training at St. Joseph Medical Center in Houston and plastic surgery residency at Nassau University Medical Center with the Long Island Plastic Surgery Group. He then completed a fellowship specializing in aesthetic plastic surgery and breast surgery at UAB.
Title
Director, Division of Plastic Surgery; Director, Center for Surgical Aesthetics
Faculty Appointment
Professor
Research Interests
abdominal wall reconstruction outcomes and recurrence rates; aesthetic surgery safety and outcomes
Publications
Awards & Recognition
Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society
Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society
Recognition for Volunteerism, American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
Best Doctors, 2012 - 2018
Best Doctors of Birmingham, 2012 - 2018
America’s Top Physicians; Council of America Guide to Physicians, 2004 - 2018
Leading Health Professionals of the World
America’s Registry of Cosmetic Doctors and Dentists
Who’s Who in the World
Physician Recognition Award; American Society of Plastic Surgeons, 2001, 2004, 2007
Memberships
Aesthetic Surgery Research and Education Foundation
Alabama Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons
Alabama Chapter, American College of Surgeons
Alpha Omega Alpha
American Association for Physician Leadership
American Association of Plastic Surgery
American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association
American College of Healthcare Executives
American College of Surgery
American Hernia Society
American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons
American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery
American Society of Maxillofacial Surgeons
American Society of Plastic Surgeons
American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery
American Society of Reconstructive Transplantation
Association for Academic Surgery
Association for Academic Chairman of Plastic Surgery
Association for the Advancement of Wound Care
Healthcare Finance Management Association
International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons
International Federation of Adipose Therapy and Science
Jefferson County Medical Society
Medical Association of the State of Alabama
Michael E. DeBakey International Surgical Society
Plastic Surgery Education Foundation
Plastic Surgery Research Council
Southeastern Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons
Southeastern Surgical Congress
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Locations
- Plastic Surgery Clinic at Mountain Brook Plastic Surgery and Laser
- 2850 Cahaba Road, Suite 100, Birmingham, AL 35223
- Get Directions
- phone: 205-871-4440
- Plastic Surgery Clinic at The Kirklin Clinic of UAB Hospital
- 2000 6th Avenue South, Floor 1, Birmingham, AL 35233
- Get Directions
- phone: 205-801-8500
Expertise
Education
- Graduate School: University of Alabama at Birmingham, 2016
- Fellowship: University of Alabama Hospital, 1999
- Residency: Nassau County Medical Center, 1998
- Residency: St. Joseph's Hospital - Houston, 1996
- Internship: St. Joseph's Hospital - Houston, 1992
- Medical School: University of Texas Health Science Center, 1991
Board Certifications
- Plastic Surgery: American Board of Plastic Surgery, 2000
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 of 5 stars
62 ratings, 27 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/30/2026
My team made me fill comfortable and listen to what I wanted
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/26/2026
The staff were friendly and helpful. I was pleased with the outcome of my surgery. Thank you Dr. de La Torre.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2026
Very efficient and compassionate
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2026
Staff is always kind, courteous and respectful. They always make you feel at ease and comfortable. They are ready to answer your questions and address your concerns. They listen to what you have to say. They hear what you say. I feel that the staff and my doctors are all well trained, educated, experienced and up to date on the best procedures, care and treatment available. They always make me feel that their first priority is to provide the best care and treatment for their patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2025
Love that they never make you wait....unheard of these days. My appt was 3 pm I was in the room at 2:59! Always prompt!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/7/2025
i have been very impressed with your facility, Doctors and staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2025
The MD and staff are amazing!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/23/2025
Dr De La Torre was extremely willing to tweak anything from my recent surgery and I'm very grateful!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2025
Very professional and efficient. Entire UAB staff are outstanding.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/6/2025
The Medical team were compassionate and very thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2025
I am very pleased with the results of the surgery. I had a couple of questions that were answered at my visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/18/2025
I appreciate the kindness, everyone was very friendly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
Very professional and well trained staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/21/2025
Knowledgeable and experienced was my impression.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2025
Everything was as good as it was expected to be.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/9/2025
very professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/7/2025
Doctor was Very informative. Easy to communicate with and understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/7/2025
Everyone were so nice and helpful!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/7/2025
Cause Dr, De La Torre is great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2025
Top health care professionals.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2025
Best care available. Love them all
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/3/2025
It was great thank you all
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/23/2025
Love the doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/12/2025
The staff was very helpful and kind. And answered all my questions in a very understandable manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/26/2025
Doctor and Staff explain everything they were going to do during visit. They made me feel very comfortable during examination.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/24/2025
Everyone was nice and friendly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/21/2025
Best treatment at every level.