About A. John Vander Zee, MD

A. John Vander Zee, M.D., is a board-eligible plastic surgeon from Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and has been in practice as a plastic and reconstructive surgeon for more than 20 years. He graduated in 1984 from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, which is the foundation of a high-profile aesthetic and reconstructive practice.

Dr. Vander Zee is preeminent in the broad range of plastic surgery procedures, including facial rejuvenation, body contouring, and reconstruction. Customized care is the hallmark of his practice, meshing the latest techniques in surgery with close adherence to each patient’s individualized goals and expectations. His commitment to customized care has built a solid reputation among patients and specialists.

He has affiliations with a number of Cedar Rapids area hospitals, including Mercy Medical Center-Cedar Rapids, UnityPoint Health-St. Luke’s Hospital, and the University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Downtown. Dr. Vander Zee does accept a wide variety of insurance plans, including Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross, and United Healthcare, so extensive coverage is made available to his patients.

He is known for his meticulous surgical method and sympathetic patient care. Dr. Vander Zee continues to provide expert advice and top-notch outcomes for reconstructive and cosmetic operations. His professionalism, long history, and personalized service make him a highly recommended doctor to his patients.

Education

Medical School
– University of Texas Southwestern Medical School (1984)

Residency
– USA Health, Surgery (1984-1989)
– University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals, Plastic Surgery Integrated (1989-1992)

Certifications

– American Board of Plastic Surgery, Plastic Surgery
– AL State Medical License (1985-1988)
– TX State Medical License (1985-1999)
– IA State Medical License (1992-2027)

Memberships

– American Board of Plastic Surgery

Practice Locations

411 10th St SE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa