Dr. Nick Slenkovich is a double-board-certified plastic surgeon in Denver. He is known for his meticulous skill, compassionate approach, and dedication to helping patients achieve natural-looking, confidence-boosting transformations.
Dr. Slenkovich's Plastic Surgery Philosophy
From the very start of establishing his practice, Dr. Slenkovich has focused on building relationships with patients through listening and open communication. He believes that the best aesthetic outcomes result from a patient-centered partnership in which both he and the patient take an active role in pre-procedure decision-making, pre-procedure preparation, and the recovery process. His consultations are educational and informative, and he freely explores patients’ hopes, fears, issues, and expectations.
Dr. Slenkovich realizes that plastic surgery is not right for everyone and is not the best solution for every problem—he does not recommend surgery when it is not warranted. Many modern aesthetic techniques can produce dramatic improvements, and he offers a wide range of non-surgical treatments. Choosing Dr. Slenkovich means partnering with a highly skilled surgeon who is dedicated to achieving natural, aesthetically pleasing results through procedures that are right for you and your goals.
Beyond his skills as a plastic surgeon, his personal and caring approach is what stands out most to his cosmetic surgery patients. Dr. Slenkovich embraces a vision inspired by personal growth and self-improvement for his patients, team, and himself. He strives to embrace the active Colorado lifestyle as a cyclist, skier, hockey player, and yogi. Just like preparing for a challenging bike ride or a restorative yoga practice, a successful plastic surgery journey requires preparation, focus, and perseverance.
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Dr. Slenkovich's Qualifications and Credentials
Dr. Slenkovich is a respected leader in plastic surgery, both in Denver and throughout Colorado, and has authored numerous articles published in leading medical journals. He earned his medical doctorate from the University of Colorado Health Science Center, completed a residency in otolaryngology at the University of Colorado Hospital, and went on to specialize further with a plastic surgery residency at the University of Alabama Hospital in Birmingham. Known for achieving outstanding results in both surgical and non-invasive procedures, Dr. Slenkovich is regarded as one of Denver’s top plastic surgeons, committed to excellence and patient-centered care.
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Double Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Nick Slenkovich
Why Is Board Certification Important?
In Colorado, any licensed physician may perform plastic surgery procedures without being board-certified in plastic surgery. Even if they possess other board certifications, it is important to look for certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. If a surgeon is not certified by the ABPS board, they can still call themselves a “plastic surgeon,” but please do not take the risk of having such a doctor perform any cosmetic procedures on you.
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Why Credentials Matter When Choosing a Plastic Surgeon
ASPS membership is the gold standard for plastic surgeons and the most important credential to look for when choosing a plastic surgeon. This credential indicates that the surgeon has completed a combination of at least five years of surgery training with a minimum of two years of plastic surgery training and has passed comprehensive oral and written exams in plastic surgery, including a detailed review of the surgeon’s patient care and outcomes.
Surgical Skill and Ethical Practice—ASPS
Membership in ASPS also requires the surgeon to be certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada®). This credential ensures that the surgeon operates only in accredited surgical facilities, adheres to the strict ASPS Code of Professional Ethics, regularly fulfills continuing medical education requirements, and completes ongoing education in patient safety standards and innovations in plastic surgery.
ASPS membership is the single most important credential to look for when seeking out a plastic surgeon. No other credential provides as broad of assurance of years of plastic surgery residency training, board certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, ongoing medical and patient safety education, use of accredited facilities, and the highest level of ethical standards in all aesthetic medicine.
American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery—It Matters
ASAPS is the leading organization of board-certified plastic surgeons specializing in cosmetic plastic surgery. The additional “A” stands for “aesthetic” plastic surgery. If there is any credential that a plastic surgeon can attain that demonstrates a true dedication to aesthetic (cosmetic) surgery, it is ASAPS membership.
ASAPS members must meet additional requirements for continuing education and experience in cosmetic surgery. As the largest organization of American and international aesthetic plastic surgeons, the ASAPS hosts leading scientific meetings dedicated to education and research in cosmetic surgery and procedures. The ASAPS has a special focus on patient safety issues as well as on the effectiveness of new technologies and procedures.
Dr. Slenkovich, The Denver Body Doc
Dr. Nick Slenkovich is known as DenverBodyDoc on Snapchat and Instagram. Every day, he gives existing and prospective patients an inside look at plastic surgery by taking them behind the scenes of Colorado Plastic Surgery Center and inside the operating room to see actual surgeries, treatments, recoveries, and results in real-time.
Publications
Dr. Slenkovich is the widely-published author of numerous plastic surgery articles on a wide variety of topics, all of which can be viewed on the articles and publications page of this site. Dr. Slenkovich is also an editor of the Plastic Surgery Text for Emedicine.com, the world’s largest online medical journal. For more information on what to look for in a plastic surgeon, please visit How to Choose a Plastic Surgeon.
