Golger

Dr. Alexander Golger

Dr. Alexander Golger, B.Ed., MD, FRCS(C), is a gifted Scottsdale plastic surgeon who has completed many years of advanced training at prestigious universities and hospitals.

Dr. Golger is fully certified by the American Society of Plastic Surgery — an honor bestowed only on doctors who have completed the organization’s stringent education and examination requirements.

Before moving to Scottsdale, Dr. Golger served as the Chief Division of Plastic Surgery at Lakeridge Hospital and as Assistant Professor for the Department of Surgery at Queen’s University in Toronto. Dr. Golger applied his extensive academic education and clinical experience to every procedure he performed in order to deliver exceptional aesthetic results for his Toronto cosmetic surgery patients at his leading-edge plastic surgery clinic.

Credentials

Dr. Golger Background

Dr. Golger earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario. He then completed a five-year medical residency at the highly recognized Division of Plastic Surgery at the University of Toronto. An avid researcher, Dr. Golger has published numerous articles in leading medical journals. As a testament to his reputation among his peers, Dr. Golger is frequently asked to share his knowledge and insights at national and international surgeons’ conferences.

Treatment Philosophy

As a highly recognized plastic surgeon, Dr. Alexander Golger is dedicated to providing the highest level of surgical care at his Scottsdale Plastic Surgery Clinic. In order to achieve the best possible results, he combines state-of-the-art technologies with personalized, compassionate patient care. Dr. Golger personally conducts all pre-surgical consultations, using this time to get to know his patients and explore their aesthetic concerns and desires. At his Scottsdale plastic surgery clinic, Dr. Golger strives to create an atmosphere of trust and relaxation in which his patients feel free to openly discuss their aesthetic vision. Dr. Golger uses this information to create individualized treatment plans that precisely address patients’ aesthetic trouble zones while emphasizing their natural beauty.

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- Education
- Qualifying Examinations
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- Presentations

Present – Scottsdale Thompson Peak Medical Center

Present – Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center

Present – Scottsdale Shea Medical Center

Present – Assessor, Quality Management Division, College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario

Present – Assistant Professor, Queen’s University, Kingston, ON

2025 – present Arizona Society of Plastic Surgeons

2022 – present The Aesthetic Society

2022 – present Arizona Medical Board

2012 – present American Society of Plastic Surgeons

2008 – present Canadian Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

2008 – present Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada

2008 – present College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario

2006 – present Canadian Society of Plastic Surgeons

2003-2008 Plastic Surgery Residency, University of Toronto

2000-2003 Doctor of Medicine McMaster University, Hamilton

1997-2000 Bachelor of Science (Physiotherapy) Queen’s University, Kingston

1991-1994 Bachelor of Education (Human Kinetics) Zinman College, Netania, Israel

2003 Medical Council of Canada Qualifying Examination Part I (MCCQE I)

2004 Medical Council of Canada Qualifying Examination Part II (MCCQE II)

2005 Principles of Surgery Qualifying Examination (POS)

2008 Royal College Plastic Surgery Examination (FRCSC)

2006-2008 Therapeutic efficacy of sentinel node biopsy in head and neck melanoma Principal Investigator, under the supervision of Dr. Neligan

2004-2007 Epidemiology of head and neck melanoma in Ontario, Canada Principal Investigator, under the supervision of Dr. Neligan

2002-2003 Efficacy of 18-fluorodeoxyglucose positron emission tomography for the diagnosis and long-term monitoring of patients with well-differentiated thyroid carcinoma Principal Investigator, under the supervision of Dr. J.E.M. Young

2001-2002 Three-week thyroxine withdrawal thyroglobulin stimulation test to detect residual/recurrent well-differentiated thyroid carcinoma Research Associate, under the supervision of Dr. P.G. Walfish

2001-2002 Determinants of mortality and morbidity in patients with necrotizing fasciitis Principal Investigator, under the supervision of Dr. J.R. Bain

Ross GL, Ang S, LannonD, Addison P, Golger A, Novak CB, Lipa JE, Gullane PJ, Neligan PC A ten-year experience of multiple flaps in head and neck surgery: How successful are they? Journal of Reconstructive Microsurgery 2008

Golger A, Young DS, Ghazarian D, Neligan PC. Epidemiology and prognostic factors of cutaneous head and neck melanoma: A population – based study. Archives of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery 2007, 133: 442

Golger A, Ching S, Golgdsmith CH, Pennie RA, Bain JR. Mortality in patients with necrotizing fasciitis. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery 2007, 119: 1803

Golger A, Young DS, Ghazarian D, Neligan PC. Epidemiology and prognostic factors of cutaneous head and neck melanoma: population – based study. Archives of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery 2006, 132: 850 (Abstract)

Golger A, Ching S, Goldsmith CH, Low DE, McGeer A, Bain JR. Objective estimates of mortality from necrotizing fasciitis. Canadian Journal of Plastic Surgery 2004, 2: 94 (Abstract)

Golger A, Fridman T, Gulenchyn K, Freeman J, Walfish P, Young JEM. Efficacy of 18F-fluorodeoxyglucose positron emission tomography for diagnosis and long-term monitoring of patients with well-differentiated thyroid carcinoma Thyroid 2003, 7: 673 (Abstract)

Golger A, Fridman TR, Beasley N, Eski S, Witterick IJ, Freeman JL, Walfish PG. Three-week thyroxine withdrawal thyroglobulin stimulation test to detect residual/recurrent well-differentiated thyroid carcinoma. Journal of Endocrinological Investigation 2003, 26: 1023

Golger A, Ching S, Golgdsmith CH, Pennie RA, Bain JR. Mortality in patients with necrotizing fasciitis. Canadian Journal of Plastic Surgery 2003, 2: 95 (Abstract)

Golger A, Pennie RA, Goldsmith CH, Bain JR. Determinants of mortality and morbidity in patients with necrotizing fasciitis. Canadian Journal of Plastic Surgery 2002, 3: 120 (Abstract)

Golger A, Rice LL, Jackson BS, Young JEM. Tracheal necrosis: complication after thyroidectomy. Canadian Journal of Surgery 2002, 6: 463

Golger A, Lakeridge Health Srugical Update for Primary Care Physicians Lakeridge Health Hospital – Physician Presentation, Oshawa, Ontario April 2016

Golger A, Breast Cancer Reconstruction Surgery (Immediate & Delayed) Across Ontario: Patient Indications and Appropriate Sugical Options Lakeridge Health Hospital – Surgical Staff Presentation, Oshawa, Ontario March 2016

Golger A, Care of Burns Lakeridge Health Hospital – Surgical Staff Presentation, Oshawa, Ontario February 2016

Golger A, Emergency Care of Thermal Burns in Adults Lakeridge Health Hospital – Physician Presentation, Oshawa, Ontario February 2015

Golger A, Management of Common Hand Traumas and Injuries Lakeridge Health Hospital – Physician Presentation, Oshawa, Ontario October 2014

Golger A, Young DS, Ghazarian D, Neligan PC. Epidemiology and prognostic factors of cutaneous head and neck melanoma: Population – based study 61st Annual Meeting Canadian Society of Plastic Surgeons, Banff, Alberta May 2007

Golger A, Young DS, Ghazarian D, Neligan PC. Epidemiology and prognostic factors of cutaneous head and neck melanoma: Population – based study American Head & Neck Society Annual Meeting, Chicago, Illinois August 2006

Golger A, Ching S, Goldsmith CH, Low DE, McGeer A, Bain JR. Objective estimates of mortality from necrotizing fasciitis 58th Annual Meeting, Canadian Society of Plastic Surgeons, Hamilton, ON June 2004

Golger A, Fridman T, Gulenchyn K, Freeman J, Walfish P, Joung JEM. Efficacy of 18F-fluorodeoxyglucose positron emission tomography for diagnosis and long-term monitoring of patients with well-differentiated thyroid carcinoma 75th Annual Meeting, American Thyroid Association, Palm Beach, Florida Sept 2003

Golger A, Ching S, Golgdsmith CH, Pennie RA, Bain JR. Mortality in patients with necrotizing fasciitis 57th Annual Meeting, Canadian Society of Plastic Surgeons, Whistler, BC June 2003

Golger A, Pennie RA, Goldsmith CH, Bain JR Determinants of mortality and morbidity in patients with necrotizing fasciitis 56th Annual Meeting, Canadian Society of Plastic Surgeons, St. John, NB June 2002

Golger A, Fridman TR, Beasley N, Eski S, Witterick IJ, Freeman JL, Walfish PG Strategies for detecting papillary-follicular thyroid carcinoma Endocrinology Grand Rounds, Mount Sinai Hospital, Toronto, On May 2002

Golger A, Fridman TR, Beasley N, Eski S, Witterick IJ, Freeman JL, Walfish PG A novel three week TSH-stimulated thyroglobulin test for detecting residual/recurrent differentiated thyroid carcinoma Meeting of The Thyroid Interest Club, Toronto, On Dec 2001

Golger A, Fridman TR, Beasley N, Eski S, Witterick IJ, Freeman JL, Walfish PG Three-week thyroxin withdrawal thyroglobulin stimulation test to detect residual/recurrent well-differentiated thyroid carcinoma 73d Annual Meeting, American Thyroid Association. Washington, DC Nov 2001

Golger A, Rice LL, Jackson BS, Young JEM Tracheal Necrosis: complication after thyroidectomy Eastern Great Lakes Meeting in Head & Neck Oncology, Toronto, On Nov 2001

Genuine and Talented

I had an abdominoplasty done by Dr Golger here almost 2 years ago and realized I never left a review. Everyday Im so thankful for the confidence its given me. Dr Golger is one of the most professional, genuine and talented doctors Ive encountered.

Extremely Happy

My experience with Dr. Golger, and his team was a dream! From the consultation to the post-op follow up appointments, they treated me with genuine warmth and care. I am extremely happy with my results, and the healing process was absolutely seamless.

Wonderful Staff

Dr golger is an amazing surgeon he knows what he is doing I went to him for a breast reduction and I couldn’t be much happier. Both Cathy & Josie are amazing as well. Really happy i came across Dr. golger and his wonderful staff.

Highly Recommend

I highly recommend avenue plastic surgery. I just had a breast reduction and I am extremely pleased! Everyone in the office was amazing at answering any questions I have had over the phone as well . Dr Golger made me feel so comfortable .

Phenomenal Surgeon!

Dr. Golger is a phenomenal surgeon!! I can't recommend him enough. He flawlessly performed my breast reduction and lift in June 2022 then performed my breast reconstruction immediately after having my cancer prevention mastectomy done.

Very Ethical

Very ethical Dr he was kind patient and understanding. He took his time to explain the procedure. I decided to go back to my original Dr and Dr Golger refunded my deposit without any issues as promised. I highly recommend Dr Golger. Thanks to Valerie for her exceptional customer service

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