Plastic surgery is a surgical specialty of variety. No other surgical specialty offers such a diversity of problems and solutions. In fact, most plastic surgeons would probably say that, at least in part, this was one of the reasons they chose this specialty as a career. This was certainly true for Dr. Dustin Christiansen.

About Dr. Christiansen

Dr. Christiansen became interested in plastic and reconstructive surgery early in his medical school years, at the University of Utah, after attending lectures by plastic surgeons, which left him awestruck that one medical specialty touched on so many aspects of surgery. And that diverse skill set placed plastic surgeons in a unique position to help people. Whether it was reconstructing an anatomic defect, surgery to improve hand function, or cosmetic surgery to improve self-image and self-confidence, for him, plastic surgery provided the opportunity to make life easier.

After graduating from medical school, Dr. Christiansen completed his plastic and reconstructive surgery residency at the University of Missouri-Columbia. During his years of training, he developed a passion for this specialty as he treated patients who arrived with traumatic injuries, defects from cancer operations, or self-consciousness about their bodies. Dr. Christiansen saw them return to physical health and helped them regain their quality of life and confidence in their appearance.

I cannot say enough nice things about my experience with Dr. Christiansen. He is an absolute phenomenal surgeon from all angles. I was very nervous going into the process but the second that I met with him, all my nerves went away immediately...

L. Miller – via Google

Many years into his practice, Dr. Christiansen still enjoys the diversity of plastic surgery and is excited to offer his skills to his patients in the Salem, Oregon area, including general reconstructive surgery, hand surgery, breast reconstruction, skin cancer reconstruction, and cosmetic surgery. Having joined Neaman Plastic Surgery in the Summer of 2017, Dr. Christiansen brings his experience, training, and approach to plastic surgery to the practice.

Much like his practice, Dr. Christiansen also enjoys the variety of activities available by living in this beautiful part of the world. He, his wife Kari, and their three children love spending time outdoors hiking, skiing, and exploring the beauty of the Pacific Northwest.