Dr. Christopher Hess

Dr. Christopher Hess is committed to providing the highest standards of professional care to his patients and delivering the best outcomes through discreet, personal attention. He devotes time to learning about you and your goals, answering your questions, and discussing the best ways to achieve what you desire. Every patient is provided with quality, personalized educational materials so you can fully understand the plastic surgery procedures you are considering.

Meet Plastic Surgeon Dr. Christopher Hess

Named as one of the best plastic surgeons in Northern Virginia magazine, Dr. Hess is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He is also a Member of the Medical Society of Virginia and the Virginia Society of Plastic Surgeons.

Dr. Hess is highly experienced in the field of plastic surgery, and is recognized as a leader in both highly intricate reconstructive procedures and cosmetic surgery. 

Education, Training & Research

Dr. Hess earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, graduating Summa Cum Laude. He then went on to earn his medical degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin, where he graduated as a member of Alpha Omega Alpha, the medical honor society that comprises the top ten percent of medical students.

Dr. Hess spent six years in training in the Integrated Plastic Surgery Program at Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, D.C. He recently taught a course to fellow plastic surgeons at the Virgin Islands Workshop in Plastic Surgery, under the direction of Grand Rapids plastic surgeon Steven L. Ringler, MD.

Awards & Recognition

Dr. Hess was honored with the Distinguished Service Award for the 1st quarter of 2009 for exceptional service to INOVA Fair Oaks Hospital’s Emergency Department and to the community of Fairfax.

Distinguished Service Award for exceptional service to INOVA Fair Oaks Hospital’s Emergency Department

The author of many articles and several book chapters, Dr. Hess’ writings have been included in the Journal of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery and other plastic surgery publications. Dr. Hess was featured by Northern Virginia Magazine as one of the Top Plastic Surgeons in our region, for 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2021, and 2022.