Dr. Gervais has received extensive training in all aspects of plastic and reconstructive surgery, and has years of experience in performing these procedures. He began his education with a degree in biology from the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul. He earned his medical degree at the University of Minnesota in 1989. His seven years of post-graduate surgical training included five years at Boston University in Boston, Massachusetts, and two years of specialist plastic surgery training at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee. 

Here, he had the privilege of working with one of the best cosmetic and reconstructive breast surgeons in the country. He also studied under the nation’s pioneer in ultrasonic body contouring and participated in research to develop and advance this technology. Dr. Gervais has advanced specialized training not only in cosmetic breast surgery and body contouring, but also in facial cosmetic surgery, including facelift surgery. Dr. Douglas L. Gervais joined Minneapolis Plastic Surgery, LTD. in 1996. His Minneapolis, Minnesota private practice is completely aesthetic with emphasis on breast surgery (particularly breast augmentation and breast lifting), body sculpting (tummy tucks and liposuction), and facial rejuvenation (face and brow lifts, nose and eyelid surgery).

Several local professional organizations in the Minneapolis / St. Paul, Minnesota area have recognized Dr. Gervais, including the Minnesota Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, the Minnesota Medical Association, and the Hennepin County Medical Society. He is also a peer-recognized “Top Doctor” by the Minneapolis / St. Paul Magazine in 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2018. On a national level, Dr. Gervais has been certified by both the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery. 

The American Board of Plastic Surgery is now recommending re-certification of their members every 10 years. In an effort to keep his education relevant and up-to-date, and to provide the best care possible to his patients, Dr. Gervais renewed his certification in plastic surgery in 2009, and will renew his certification in 2019. He is also a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. Dr. Gervais co-authored a chapter titled “Outpatient Lower Body Lift” in the textbook titled “Cosmetic Surgery After Massive Weight Loss.” He is fully qualified to perform all cosmetic procedures, including breast enlargement, liposuction, and more.