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Dr. Jeffrey S. Church, MD, DDS - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Wilmington, North Carolina

Dr. Jeffrey S. Church, MD, DDSVerified

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Wilmington, North Carolina
● Taking New Patients
NPI: 1568463131· License: 9600487 (NC) verify
Medical school: West Virginia University School Of Medicine · Graduated 1989(~37 yrs since med school)
Industry payments (2025): $251 across 4 payments (what this means)
4.82(61 ratings)

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In Dr. Jeffrey S. Church's own words

How Dr. Jeffrey S. Church describes their own approach, from their Instagram posts. Each statement links to the original.

Approach

  • At La Belle Vie, we believe that every patient deserves to feel heard, supported, and cared for
  • Dr. Church, our board-certified plastic surgeon, leads every surgery with precision, experience, and genuine care supported by an exceptional surgical team

Specialization

  • Dr. Jeffrey S. Church specializes in body contouring after massive weight loss.
  • Dr. Jeffrey S. Church established LaBelle V Plastic Surgery in Wilmington.

Technique

  • Dr. Jeffrey S. Church performs abdominoplasties, also known as tummy tucks.
  • Dr. Jeffrey S. Church's practice uses traditional liposuction to remove fat.
  • Dr. Jeffrey S. Church performs many breast procedures, including lifts and reductions.

Technology

  • Dr. Jeffrey S. Church's practice uses VASER, which goes underneath the skin and liquefies fat.
  • Dr. Jeffrey S. Church's practice uses Renuvion, which goes underneath the skin and tightens the skin.

Training & credentials

  • Get to know one of our board-certified plastic surgeons, Dr. Jeffrey Church!
  • The practice has been recognized as Best of Wilmington’s Best Plastic Surgeon for five consecutive years.

Cost & consultation

  • The practice offers free consultations.

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About

Dr. Jeffrey S. Church, MD, DDS is a highly-rated, board-certified plastic surgeon practicing in Wilmington, North Carolina. He's affiliated with Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center and boasts over 34 years of experience. Dr. Church specializes in both cosmetic and reconstructive procedures, focusing on achieving natural-looking results. Patients praise his caring demeanor and attentive listening skills. While cost information isn't available, his impressive 5.0 rating and numerous positive reviews speak volumes about his expertise. Dr. Church leads every surgery with precision, experience, and genuine care, supported by an exceptional surgical team. The practice believes patient confidence stems from knowing they are in expert hands, and their team's attention and compassion significantly impact treatment outcomes. They dedicate sufficient time to ensure a welcoming, individual-focused patient experience without rushing. The practice employs two board-certified surgeons who blend precision with artistry, an injector who combines science with a gentle touch for natural outcomes, and an esthetician who personalizes treatments for optimal skin health. From consultation to follow-up, the practice obsesses over details, comfort, and outcomes. Dr. Church's practice has been recognized as Best of Wilmington’s Best Plastic Surgeon for five consecutive years.

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Specialties

  • Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Procedures & Services

Services offered by this practice

Procedure details

Everything on this page about each procedure Dr. Jeffrey S. Church offers: pricing in context, what they've said about it, related videos and photos, and what patients ask.

Average Cost of Surgery

Healthcare costs shouldn't be a mystery. Each figure below is the average of the total costs patients reported in their own published reviews of Dr. Jeffrey S. Church, with the number of reports and the years they were written. Prices are not adjusted for inflation and are not a quote: your final cost is set at consultation and depends on your specific medical needs. How we calculate these prices

Breast Implant Removal

$2,365

Average of 3 patient reports · 2017–2019

About typicalTypical in North Carolina: $2,275–$7,013 (median $3,125, 6 reports) compare ↗

Liposculpture

$4,666

1 patient report · 2016

About typicalTypical nationally: $4,542–$8,000 (median $5,700, 30 reports) compare ↗

Breast Reduction

$8,500

Average of 2 patient reports · 2016–2024

Below typicalTypical in Wilmington: $8,625–$10,000 (median $9,500, 4 reports) compare ↗

Tummy Tuck

$9,999

1 patient report · 2021

About typicalTypical in North Carolina: $7,388–$11,048 (median $9,235, 40 reports) compare ↗

Mommy Makeover

$15,000

1 patient report · 2023

About typicalTypical in North Carolina: $11,000–$16,622 (median $15,000, 21 reports) compare ↗

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Questions, Answers, and Information Directly from Dr. Jeffrey S. Church

Sourced directly from Dr. Jeffrey S. Church's social posts and replies.

What is BOTOX® Cosmetic used for and how does it work?
BOTOX® Cosmetic (onabotulinumtoxinA) is a prescription medicine injected into muscles to temporarily improve the look of moderate to severe forehead lines, crow’s feet, frown lines, and vertical bands connecting the neck and jaw (platysma bands) in adults.
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What are the potential risks and side effects of BOTOX® Cosmetic?
The effects of BOTOX® Cosmetic may spread hours to weeks after injection, potentially causing serious symptoms. Patients with certain pre-existing conditions are at the highest risk. Side effects can include allergic reactions (rash, welts, asthma symptoms, dizziness), neck and injection-site pain, fatigue, and headache. Swallowing problems, if they occur, may last for several months.
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Who should not receive BOTOX® Cosmetic?
BOTOX® Cosmetic should not be received if there is a skin infection.
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What should patients expect regarding recovery and results after plastic surgery?
Patience is essential after plastic surgery as the body requires time to heal. Swelling, bruising, and other temporary effects are normal parts of the recovery process. The full transformation takes time to manifest, but allowing the body to fully recover is crucial for achieving the best possible results, which are ultimately worth the wait.
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What are common outcomes after significant weight loss, and how can they be addressed?
After significant weight loss, it’s common to experience loose or sagging skin that diet and exercise cannot correct. Body contouring procedures, such as a tummy tuck, breast lift, and excess skin removal, are used to perfect these weight loss transformations.
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From Dr. Jeffrey S. Church's Instagram

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Recent photos posted by @drchurchlbv, Dr. Jeffrey S. Church's own Instagram account. Each image opens the original post on Instagram.

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Technologies & brands Dr. Jeffrey S. Church mentions

Devices, implants, injectables and products named in Dr. Jeffrey S. Church's own posts and videos. A mention is not an endorsement; ask the office what they currently offer.

InjectablesBotox · 7Juvederm · 4
Skin tighteningRenuvion (J-Plasma) · 2
Liposuction techVASER
Skincare techHydraFacial

Patient Experience

Dr. Jeffrey S. Church Review Summary

4.86
Dr. Church receives stellar ratings across multiple platforms. He maintains a perfect 5.0 rating from patients and a 5/5 on both Healthgrades and RealSelf. He also scores a near-perfect 4.9/5 on Facebook and a respectable 4/5 on US News Health, averaging out to an impressive 4.86 overall.

Ratings from Other Platforms

health.usnews.com

4 out of 5

Based on 49 reviews

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healthgrades.com

5 out of 5

Based on 65 reviews

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realself.com

5 out of 5

Based on 27 reviews

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facebook.com

4.9 out of 5

Based on 60 reviews

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Google Reviews

5 out of 5

Based on 103 reviews

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Dr. Jeffrey S. Church, MD, DDS - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Wilmington, North Carolina

la Belle vie Plastic Surgery

1122 Medical Center Dr, Wilmington, North Carolina

(910) 338-5900

Industry Payments

Federal law (the Physician Payments Sunshine Act) requires drug and medical-device companies to report anything of value they give to a physician — consulting and speaking fees, research funding, travel, royalties, and even meals. Medicare publishes all of it in a public database called Open Payments. We show it here so you don't have to go looking for it.

Total received (2025)

$251

Payments

4

Compared to peers

Small

Dr. Jeffrey S. Church received $251 across 4 payments in 2025. That is in the lower half for physicians here — totals this size are typically meals at sponsored talks. Most of it was categorised as food and beverage, and the largest single payer was ABBVIE INC..

What this means for your care

  • A disclosed payment is a business relationship, not evidence of wrongdoing, and it says nothing on its own about the quality of your care.
  • Most payments are small. Across the physicians listed on NavMDs, the single most common category is food and beverage at industry-sponsored talks.
  • Larger consulting, speaking or royalty payments mean an ongoing financial relationship with a company whose products your doctor may use or recommend. That is worth knowing about, and it is reasonable to ask about.
  • A fair question to ask: “Do you have a financial relationship with the maker of the implant, filler or device you're recommending — and what alternatives did you consider?”

Source: CMS Open Payments, the federal database created by the Sunshine Act. View the full record on CMS Open Payments ↗

Insurance Information

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Phone: (910) 338-5900

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Location & Contact Information

la Belle vie Plastic Surgery

1122 Medical Center Dr

Wilmington, North Carolina 28401

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Office Information

Phone: (910) 338-5900

Where does Dr. Jeffrey S. Church practice?

Doctor's Office

la Belle vie Plastic Surgery (Primary)

1122 Medical Center Dr, Wilmington, North Carolina 28401

(27 reviews)

Hospital Affiliations

Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center

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Education & Experience

Education

West Virginia University

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. Jeffrey S. Church online?
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Does Dr. Jeffrey S. Church offer telehealth?
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What do patients have to say about Dr. Jeffrey S. Church?
Patients highly praise Dr. Church for various procedures, including breast reduction, mommy makeovers, tummy tucks, breast lifts, and liposuction. Reviews highlight his ability to achieve desired results, his caring approach, and his overall excellent service. Patients consistently describe him as the best physician they've ever had.
What areas of care does Dr. Jeffrey S. Church cater to?
Dr. Church specializes in plastic surgery, offering both cosmetic and reconstructive procedures. Specific procedures mentioned include breast reduction, breast augmentation, mommy makeovers, tummy tucks, breast implant removal, and liposuction. He focuses on achieving natural-looking results and addresses a wide range of patient needs and concerns within the field of plastic surgery. Dr. Church's philosophy emphasizes achieving better results through smart combinations of treatments, often layering three or four complementary techniques in a single plan. This approach, combining advanced technologies like VASER-assisted liposuction with Renuvion for fat removal and skin tightening, leads to smoother, tighter, and more refined outcomes. For patients who have achieved significant weight loss, Dr. Church understands this is often the first step, and body contouring procedures are used to perfect the transformation. He specializes in revision procedures to help patients restore balance, beauty, and peace of mind. The practice also offers facial aesthetics.