Steven Bernard, MD
Treatment & Services
- Arm Lift
- Blepharoplasty
- Body Contouring
- Body Lift
- Botulinum Toxin Injections
- Breast Augmentation
- Breast Cancer Reconstruction
- Breast Cancer Surgery
- Breast Implant Exchange
- Breast Lift
- Breast Reduction
- Brow Lift
- Cancer Center
- Chin/Cheek Implants
- Congenital Hand Surgery
- Cosmetic Botox Injections
- Cosmetic Surgery
- Cosmetic Surgery of the Abdomen
- Cosmetic Surgery of the Breast
- Cosmetic Surgery of the Face
- Diep Flaps
- Ear Lobe Repair
- Ear Reconstruction
- Ear Reshaping
- Eyelid Lifts
- Eyelid Surgery
- Face Transplant
- Facelift (Rhytidectomy)
- Facial Fracture Repair
- Facial Reanimation
- Fat Injections
- Hand Surgery
- Hand Transplant
- Injectables and Fillers for Facial Rejuvenation
- Juvederm
- Lip Enhancement
- Microvascular Surgery
- Nasal Reconstruction
- Neck Lift
- Noninvasive Rejuvenation
- Oculoplastic Surgery
- Otoplasty (Ear Pinning)
- Pediatric Plastic Surgery
- Perlane
- Plastic Surgery
- Radiesse
- Restylane
- Rhinoplasty
- Sclerotherapy
- Sculptra
- Skin Care
- Skin Grafting
- Steroid Injections
- Thigh Lifts
- Trauma Reconstruction
- Upper Extremity Surgery
- Wrinkle Fillers
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Aging Skin or Painful Skin
- Arthritis
- Arthritis of the Hand
- Arthritis of the Thumb Base
- Arthritis of the Wrist
- Benign Bone Tumors
- Birth Defects
- Birthmark
- Cancer
- Congenital Deviated Nasal Septum
- Congenital Hand Differences
- Craniofacial Disorders
- De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
- Dupuytren's Disease
- Ectropion
- Entropion
- Excess Skin after Weight Loss
- Facial Aging
- Facial Nerve Disorders
- Facial Nerve Paralysis
- Hand Problems
- Mastectomy Defects
- Moebius Syndrome
- Nasal Deformity
- Nasal Obstruction
- Nerve Compression of the Hand
- Neurofibromatosis
- Nevus
- Nose Deformity
- Pediatric Breast Anomalies
- Ptosis
- Skin Cancer
- Small Breast Size
- Wrinkles
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View All PlansAbout Steven Bernard, MD
Steven L. Bernard, MD, is a plastic surgeon at Cleveland Clinic. He was born in Poughkeepsie, N.Y. He received his medical training at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and went on to complete residencies in General Surgery, Plastic Surgery and fellowship training in Pediatric Plastic Surgery as well as Hand and Microsurgery through the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. He was a part of the ground breaking Face Transplant done at the Cleveland Clinic. His special interests include breast surgery; micro surgery, cosmetic injectable fillers, such as hyaluronic acid; and Botox®. Additional interests include vein treatment (sclerotherapy), pediatric plastic surgery and cosmetic ear surgery (otoplasty).
Dr. Bernard has been board-certified in both general surgery and plastic surgery and has the certificate-added qualification in hand surgery. During this training, he was named an Allen Scholar and spent two years in microsurgical research. His many clinical interests include microsurgery reconstruction of the breast, hand surgery. As an innovator, he also pioneered an IV fluid system that avoids the use of sharp needles improving patient safety.
The first 10 years of his career were at MetroHealth Medical Center where served as Assistant Professor of Surgery at Case Western Reserve University and pioneered techniques to improve the outcomes of complex head and extremity trauma patients.
An invited lecturer at national and international medical meetings, Dr. Bernard has authored or co-authored more than 20 scientific papers and book chapters on plastic surgery topics, including hand infection management, total lip reconstruction, hand burns and trauma and prefabricated microsurgical flaps.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2006
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - University of Pittsburgh Medical Center & Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
Hand and Microsurgery
Pittsburgh,
PA
1996
Residency - University of Pittsburgh Medical Center & Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Pittsburgh,
PA
1995
Residency - University Hospitals of Cleveland
General Surgery
Cleveland,
OH United States
1993
Medical Education - Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
MD
Cleveland,
OH United States
1986
Undergraduate - Miami University
Chemistry
Oxford,
OH
1982
Additional Training
- Hand and Microsurgery Fellowship, University of Pittsburgh
Professional Highlights
- Residency Program Director
- Assistant Professor of Surgery, Lerner College of Medicine of Case Western Reserve University
Certifications
- Plastic Surgery
- Plastic Surgery - Surgery of the Hand
Specialty Interests
hand, microsurgery and cosmetic surgery, plastic surgery, surgery of the breast
Awards & Honors
- Annual Pastoral Care Award, 2003
- First Place, Ivy Society Annual Meeting, 1995
- First Place, Cleveland Surgical Society Research Contest, 1993
- Who’s Who in Health & Medical Services,1991
- Upjohn Achievement Award for Outstanding Hospital Achievement,1990
- William D. Holden Award in Surgery, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine,1986
Innovations & Patents
- Holds a patent for a needleless IV infusion system that improves safety for both patients and healthcare workers
- Developed innovations in reconstructive surgery that improve outcomes in microsurgical flap survival
Memberships
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons
- Ohio Valley Society of Plastic Surgeons
- Academy of Medicine of Cleveland and Northern Ohio
- American Association of Plastic Surgeons
- Association of Academic Chairmen of Plastic Surgery
- American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery
Research & Publications
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91 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.8 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.8 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.8 |
11 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on May 9, 2025
With a diagnosis, of course there is a degree of anxiety and maybe even fear. Dr. Bernard and his team were so solicitous and empathetic to my case. I was treated with respect and compassion, which was apparent even in email correspondence.
Reviewed on Apr 9, 2025
Dr. Bernard was excellent. Kind, technically proficient, and compassionate.
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2025
Dr. Bernard was very attentive to detail and told me everything he was going to fo
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2025
Excellent treatment with an excellent doctor
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2025
Dr. Bernard is an awesome surgeon. I had carpal tunnel surgery and I'm very happy with the results. No issues or pain. He's the best.
Reviewed on Jan 10, 2025
Great communications and great professional services provided by Dr. Bernard and his team.
Reviewed on Aug 30, 2024
Dr. Bernard is truly a master surgeon. I am so thankful for his care and expertise.
Reviewed on Jul 19, 2024
Dr Bernard was great! My daughter was very nervous about this appointment, but he was very kind and able to set her at ease. He was thorough in answering all our questions, and gave us all the information we need for the next step.
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2024
I just love Dr. Bernard. It feels like I have an actual relationship with him - like he knows me fairly well and that is important to me as a patient. I feel more comfortable communicating with him because of it.
Reviewed on Jun 14, 2024
Dr. Bernard addressed all of my concerns and my experience of his care was excellent overall. I would highly recommend him to family and friends.
Reviewed on May 16, 2024
Dr B is just an amazing person. He seems to make everyone comfortable, both patients and care staff.