Business Details
8 Years
experience
Your Trusted Plastic Surgery Partner in Vermont
Mountain Lake Plastic Surgery was founded in 2018 by Dr. Susan MacLennan, a board-certified plastic surgeon with over 15 years of academic and clinical experience. Our practice combines personalized care with advanced surgical expertise to deliver natural, transformative results tailored to each patient's unique goals. Dr. MacLennan's background includes six years of residency at the University of Cincinnati, a cosmetic surgery fellowship in Miami, and 15 years on faculty at the UVM College of Medicine, where she specialized in breast cancer reconstruction. We maintain membership in the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, with Dr. MacLennan serving as a Board Examiner to uphold industry standards. Our state-of-the-art facility in Colchester, Vermont, offers a comprehensive range of procedures including breast surgery, body contouring, facial rejuvenation, and gender-affirming care.Our team prioritizes patient education, with dedicated pre- and post-operative counseling from experienced surgical coordinators. We maintain rigorous safety protocols, including thorough equipment sanitization between appointments and evidence-based enhanced recovery techniques. Dr. MacLennan's practice philosophy emphasizes honest consultation, realistic outcome expectations, and long-term patient relationships built on trust. Our geographic reach extends across Vermont, northern New England, and New York's North Country, serving both cosmetic and reconstructive patients. We demonstrate commitment to community through initiatives like bra recycling programs and local media engagement.
Services
Breast Augmentation
Tummy Tuck
Liposuction
Blepharoplasty
Transgender Top Surgery
Details
- Year established: 2018
Highlights and features
- Dr. MacLennan has 15 years of academic surgical experience
- We provide personalized pre- and post-operative care coordination
- Our facility features enhanced recovery protocols without drains
- We maintain dual board certification and teaching credentials
- We offer comprehensive gender-affirming surgical options
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Plastic Surgery
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons
- American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
What people say
Beautiful natural results
Highly recommend Dr. MacLennan
Professional and caring staff
Confident with outcomes
Painless recovery process
Services
Breast Augmentation
Customized breast enhancement using implants or natural tissue transfer. We help patients achieve proportionate, natural-looking results through thorough consultation and advanced surgical techniques. Our approach prioritizes long-term satisfaction with careful implant selection and placement.
Tummy Tuck
Comprehensive abdominal contouring removes excess skin and tightens muscles. Our drain-free enhanced recovery technique minimizes discomfort while creating a flatter, more toned appearance for post-pregnancy or post-weight loss patients.
Liposuction
Targeted fat removal reshapes stubborn areas using advanced techniques. We focus on natural contours with minimal downtime, often combining liposuction with other procedures for comprehensive body transformation.
Blepharoplasty
Custom eyelid rejuvenation addresses puffiness and sagging for a refreshed look. Our approach maintains natural eye aesthetics while correcting age-related changes through precise tissue removal and repositioning.
Transgender Top Surgery
Compassionate gender-affirming chest reconstruction for FTM and MTF patients. We prioritize natural contours and sensation preservation, working closely with patients to achieve their ideal masculine or feminine chest appearance.
People
Dr. Susan MacLennan
Plastic Surgeon
Board-certified plastic surgeon with 15 years academic experience, Dartmouth-trained, former UVM faculty member, and Vermont's only ASAPS member. Specializes in breast surgery and gender-affirming procedures.
Questions
What plastic surgery procedures are offered?
We offer breast augmentation, tummy tucks, liposuction, facial rejuvenation, gender-affirming surgery, and non-surgical treatments.
Does insurance cover any procedures?
Reconstructive procedures like breast reconstruction may be covered - contact our office for specific insurance questions.
How do I schedule a consultation?
Call (802) 231-4284 or use our online contact form to schedule your initial consultation with Dr. MacLennan.
What financing options exist?
We offer financing through third-party medical lenders - details available during your consultation.
What's the recovery process like?
Our enhanced recovery protocols minimize discomfort with most patients reporting easier recovery than expected.
Is the surgical team board-certified?
Dr. MacLennan is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery with additional fellowship training.
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