Dr. Edward H. Davidson, MD, FACS, FAAP, has been named a 2026 Castle Connolly Top Doctor, marking the first time he has received this prestigious designation. Only 7 percent of the nation's licensed physicians are chosen each year as Castle Connolly Top Doctors for their specialties in their regions, highlighting the significance of this recognition for Dr. Davidson and his practice at Palm Beach Plastic Surgery Institute.
Dr. Davidson, who serves as Director, is board-certified in plastic surgery and specializes in facial reconstruction and rejuvenation. His commitment to patient safety, personalized care, and achieving natural-looking results has earned him this peer-nominated honor. The selection process involves nominations by fellow physicians and a review by the physician-led Castle Connolly research team, ensuring that only the most qualified doctors receive the recognition.
Dr. Davidson evaluates and treats a wide range of facial conditions, including facial aging, jaw disharmony, facial trauma, defects resulting from cancer resection, and complex congenital facial differences. Key procedures he performs include facelifts, blepharoplasty, rhinoplasty, jaw surgery, facial trauma reconstruction, cancer reconstruction, and treatment of congenital facial differences.
The practice is closely aligned with the Palm Beach Plastic Surgery Foundation, an initiative established by Dr. Davidson to expand access to healthcare, financial assistance, and specialized education for patients living with congenital or trauma-related facial differences. This foundation underscores his dedication to improving patient outcomes beyond the operating room.
Dr. Davidson earned his medical degree from the University of Cambridge and Imperial College London. He completed his integrated plastic surgery residency at the University of Pittsburgh and subsequently completed a specialized Craniofacial Fellowship through Johns Hopkins University and the University of Maryland. He also serves as a voluntary Associate Professor of Surgery at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine Department of Surgery and holds leadership positions as Chief of Plastic Surgery at St. Mary's Medical Center and Palm Beach Children's Hospital.
With over fifty peer-reviewed journal articles, more than one hundred presentations at professional symposiums, and multiple honors for research and teaching, Dr. Davidson is a prolific contributor to his field. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and an active member of several professional organizations, including the Aesthetic Society, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American Society of Maxillofacial Surgeons, and the International Society of Craniomaxillofacial Surgery.
The Castle Connolly Top Doctor designation is significant because it reflects a consensus among peers that a physician is exceptional in their specialty. For patients, it provides a trusted resource when seeking specialized care, particularly in complex areas like facial plastic surgery. Dr. Davidson's recognition highlights the importance of expertise and dedication in advancing patient care and medical knowledge.
