Meet Dr. Flint
Choosing the right plastic surgeon is one of the most important decisions you can make — especially when it comes to procedures like breast augmentation. This is not a choice to take lightly, and you deserve exceptional care from someone you trust.
Experience You Can Trust
Dr. Patti Flint
Your Trusted Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon
Dr. Patti Flint is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, a distinction that ensures she has completed extensive surgical training and meets the highest standards in her field — a critical factor in your safety and outcomes.
While there are many skilled surgeons in the Scottsdale area, successful results depend not just on technical ability — but also on a surgeon who understands your goals and makes you feel completely heard and respected. That’s why so many individuals choose Dr. Flint for their aesthetic surgery needs.
Board Certified
American Board of Plastic Surgery
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Years in Practice
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Botox® & Filler Treatments
Personalized, Compassionate Care
Dr. Flint has built her practice around compassionate, individualized attention. She and her all-female team strive to create a welcoming, judgment-free environment where patients feel comfortable discussing their aesthetic goals openly. This honest, open communication helps Dr. Flint tailor a surgical plan that aligns with both your expectations and your overall well-being.
Her approach is grounded in empathy, clear guidance, and a commitment to delivering results that are beautiful, balanced, and natural-looking — never overdone.
A Reputation Built on Integrity
With many years of experience and thousands of procedures performed, Dr. Flint has become one of the most respected plastic surgeons in North America. However, her reputation is shaped by more than just surgical skill — it’s also built on honesty and integrity.
Dr. Flint is known within the medical community for declining surgery when the outcome would not appear natural or when a patient’s safety might be compromised. Her dedication to realistic expectations and patient-centered decision-making has helped keep her revision rates among the lowest in the country — a testament to her careful judgment and ethical practice.
What Matters Most
Dr. Flint’s philosophy is simple: surgeons are not salespeople — they are medical professionals whose first responsibility is their patients’ health and satisfaction. She believes in transparent communication and thoughtful recommendations that prioritize long-term well-being over hype.
Dr. Flint in the Media
202 MAGAZINE’S TOP DOCTOR
AZ FOOTHILLS MAGAZINE: TRENDSETTERS
PHOENIX WOMEN
Surgical Precision, Personal Attention
Dr. Flint believes that beautiful results begin with thoughtful listening. Every consultation is an opportunity to understand your goals, answer your questions honestly, and create a plan that feels right for you — not rushed, pressured, or one-size-fits-all. With meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to safety, Patti Flint combines advanced surgical skill with an artistic eye to deliver outcomes that enhance your natural features and help you feel confident at every stage of life.
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CURRICULUM VITAE
BACKGROUND
Date of Birth
May 28, 1963
Place of Birth
California
Work Addresses
8129 N 87th Pl, Suite 200, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Physiology
University of California at Davis, 1981–1985
Medical Doctor
Baylor College of Medicine
Houston, Texas, 1985–1989
POST-DOCTORAL TRAINING
General Surgery Residency
Phoenix Integrated Surgical Residency Program
Phoenix, AZ, 1989–1994
Chief Resident, General Surgery
Phoenix Integrated Surgical Residency Program
Phoenix, AZ, 1993–1994
Plastic Surgery Residency
University of Texas at Houston and MD Anderson Cancer Center, 1994–1996
LICENSURE & BOARD CERTIFICATION
Board Certified by The American Board of Surgery, 1995–2005
Board Certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery, 1999
Re-Certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery, 2009
HOSPITAL APPOINTMENTS
Chief of Plastic Surgery
Scottsdale Healthcare Osborn, 2000–2002
MEMBERSHIPS, OFFICES, & COMMITTEES
Member
The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS)
The Maricopa Medical Society
American Medical Association
Fellow
The American College of Surgeons
AWARDS & HONORS
Caring Doctor Award
2017 & 2019
Top Doc, Phoenix Magazine
1997, 2007, 2008, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
Best of Our Valley, Arizona Foothills Magazine
Best Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon
2012, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
Samuel Spira Award, Baylor College of Medicine:
Student Most Likely to Succeed in the Future Practice of Plastic Surgery
1989
Graduated with Honors: UC Davis
1985
Scholarship of Honors and Prizes: UC Davis
1981–1984
Lifetime Member, California Scholarship Federation
1981
Patient Reviews
Celebrating Your Growth and Joy
“I have been a patient of Dr. Flint’s for several years. She is a top-notch surgeon who provides excellent care and amazing results to her patients. I could not be happier with my results from my surgery. “
-K.G.“I’ve been a patient of Dr. Patti Flint for over 20 years, and she is truly the best in the business. She’s performed my breast reduction, lip lift, Botox, fillers, and most recently, a facelift, neck lift, and upper blepharoplasty. “
-T.H.“I have recommended several friends to Dr. Flint and they have all reported to me how happy they are with her services, staff, and their results. I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Flint.”
-D.E.“I’ve been a patient of Dr. Patti Flint for over 20 years, and she is truly the best in the business. She’s performed my breast reduction, lip lift, Botox, fillers, and most recently, a facelift, neck lift, and upper blepharoplasty. “
-D.F.Schedule Your Private Consultation
Restore your confidence and celebrate your natural features with a custom plan from experienced, board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Patti Flint. Call today at (480) 945-3300 or complete the contact form to schedule your consultation.