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Dr. Larry Nichter Receives Boston University Alumni Achievement Award

Dr. Larry Nichter was honored with the Boston University CGS 60th Anniversary Alumni Achievement Award and inducted into the Collegium of Distinguished Alumni, BU’s highest alumni honor.

Honored by Boston University

On September 29, 2012, Dr. Nichter received BU’s CGS 60th Anniversary Alumni Achievement Award and was inducted into the Collegium of Distinguished Alumni, the university’s highest recognition.

Distinguished Career of Service

  • Clinical Professor at USC
  • Chairman, Department Plastic Surgery at Hoag Hospital, a major hospital department
  • Founder of Mission Plasticos (renamed Mission Plasticos)
  • 110+ medical missions worldwide
  • Recognized by UVA, UCLA, and BU, with humanitarian work documented in award-winning films including The Story of Healing Academy Award documentary

Dr. Larry Nichter Receives Boston University Alumni Achievement Award

Boston University honors Dr. Larry Nichter with the prestigious Alumni Achievement Award in recognition of his humanitarian leadership, academic excellence, and distinguished career in plastic surgery.

Boston University Recognizes Dr. Larry Nichter’s Contributions

Boston, MA – 2025 — Dr. Larry Nichter, a distinguished alumnus of Boston University, has been awarded the Boston University Alumni Achievement Award—one of the university’s highest honors. This prestigious recognition celebrates his exceptional medical career, global humanitarian service, and lifelong contributions to education and surgical innovation.

Along with the award, Dr. Nichter was inducted into the Boston University Collegium of Distinguished Alumni, an elite group honoring graduates who have demonstrated extraordinary professional and societal impact.

A Legacy of Excellence

Dr. Nichter’s connection to Boston University spans generations. He attended:

  • CGS – College of General Studies
  • CLA – College of Liberal Arts
  • BUSM – Boston University School of Medicine

His mother earned her Doctorate of Education at BU, and his sister, Susan, graduated from BU’s College of Fine Arts, making the Nichter family deeply rooted in the university’s legacy.

Over the years, every institution Dr. Nichter has trained with has honored him. Among the recognitions:

  • University of Virginia – annual research award established in his name
  • UCLA – Outstanding Resident Award
  • Boston University – multiple alumni distinctions, culminating in the 2025 Alumni Achievement Award

Leadership in Medicine and Humanitarian Work

Dr. Nichter currently serves as a Clinical Professor of Plastic Surgery at both:

  • University of Southern California (USC)
  • University of California, Irvine (UCI)

He is also Chairman of one of the world’s largest plastic surgery departments.

Beyond academia, Dr. Nichter is the Founder and President of Mission Plasticos (formerly Mission Plasticos), a nonprofit delivering reconstructive surgery and medical training to underserved communities worldwide. To date, he has led more than 110 international surgical missions, helping thousands of patients and educating countless surgeons across the globe.

His humanitarian impact has even been featured in an Academy Award–winning documentary, which highlighted one of his international medical missions.

A Lifetime of Recognition

The Boston University Alumni Achievement Award is a meaningful milestone in Dr. Nichter’s distinguished career. It recognizes his decades of service, his transformative humanitarian work, and his unwavering commitment to advancing the field of plastic and reconstructive surgery.

Through academic leadership, global medical outreach, and compassionate patient care, Dr. Nichter continues to embody the values of excellence, integrity, and service that define the very best of Boston University alumni.

Meet Dr. Larry Nichter – Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon

Dr. Larry Nichter, regarded as one of the top plastic surgeons in Southern California, talks about why he decided to specialize in the field of plastic surgery and about his humanitarian efforts made possible through his Plasticos Foundation. To learn more about Plastics or to donate, please visit:  http://www.theplasticosfoundation.org/

Top 5 Characteristics of a Neck Lift

 

Dr. Nichter discusses the Top 5 characteristics of the neck that he evaluates for potential improvement.

  1. Amount of fat beneath your chin – younger patients may just need liposuction.
  2. Platysma bands – Located in the front of the neck. Muscles that separate and present themselves as 2 bands (a.k.a Number 11 bands).
  3. Amount of redundant skin – The amount of loose skin will determine if a surgical or non-surgical procedure is needed.
  4. Skin quality –  Skin texture, acne, age spots or sun spots, broken capillaries, volume or lack of volume, fine lines and wrinkles are all taken into consideration when assessing what treatment or procedure is necessary.
  5. Misc. features – A prominent mandibular gland or recessed chin

Who is a Candidate for Injectable Fillers?

Patients experiencing volume loss in their face are typically good candidates for injectable fillers.  In some cases, a patient may have such significant hollowing that fat transfer may be a better option due to the amount of volume needed. Voluma® by Allergan is the first FDA-approved filler for volume replacement, while other fillers such as Radiesse, Restylane, etc. are used to minimize fine lines and wrinkles. Injectable fillers are not permanent, so an ongoing commitment is needed to maintain optimal results.

How Does the Sciton® Broadband Laser Work?

 

The Sciton® Broadband Laser is a skin rejuvenating treatment, which essentially tricks the skin cells into reproducing collagen and elasticity resulting in healthier more vibrant skin. In the above video, Dr. Nichter explains the science behind this innovation and how it is being used in his practice to treat a variety of skin issues such as fine lines and wrinkles, age spots, rosacea, ace, etc.

Sciton SkinTyte® Laser for Non-Surgical Skin Tightening

Dr. Nichter uses the Sciton SkinTyte® laser for patients wanting to improve the appearance of skin laxity. The Scion laser can be used as a stand alone procedure or in conjunction with a facelift or neck lift for added improvement of fine lines and wrinkles. The treatment is performed in the office and requires multiple sessions to achieve optimal results.

Breast Enhancement Options Following Pregnancy

Dr. Larry Nichter discusses the options available to women wanting to restore their breasts following pregnancy. In most cases, women experience a loss of volume in the upper portion of the breast along with some level of sagging. The severity of these issues will determine the recommended procedure. Options range from breast augmentation, breast lift with augmentation or a California breast lift, which is a lift in conjunction with fat transfer to the breasts.