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Dr. Kelly E. Tjelmeland, MD - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Austin, Texas

Dr. Kelly E. Tjelmeland, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Austin, Texas
NPI: 1003900119· License: J7860 (TX) verify
Industry payments (2025): $216 across 2 payments (what this means)
4.7(18 ratings)

In Dr. Kelly E. Tjelmeland's own words

How Dr. Kelly E. Tjelmeland describes their own approach, from their Instagram posts. Each statement links to the original.

Approach

  • There is no greater reward than seeing our patients rediscover their confidence
  • From laser treatments, facials, and all things skin, Erin also helps with many duties for our practice and patients
  • The practice is committed to providing formal, knowledgeable care.

Specialization

  • Our practice offers a comprehensive range of specialized procedures, including Breast Augmentation, Facelifts, and Tummy Tucks

Technique

  • Dr. Tjelmeland, applies a formal and knowledgeable approach to every injection, ensuring technical precision and a sophisticated outcome

Technology

  • Meridian Plastic Surgery Center offers medical-grade laser procedures.

Training & credentials

  • Cynthia, our Board-Certified Physician Assistant, has spent over 15 years working alongside Dr. Tjelmeland to provide sophisticated surgical and clinical care
  • Dr. Kelly E. Tjelmeland, MD, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and owner of Meridian Plastic Surgery Center.
  • Dr. Tjelmeland has over 15 years of dedicated service as a plastic surgeon in Austin.

Safety

  • Every procedure is performed in our private, accredited on-site surgical center
  • Dr. Tjelmeland is recognized for his commitment to patient safety.

Results

  • We believe the key to exceptional non-surgical results is a meaningful connection with your medical team

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About

Dr. Kelly E. Tjelmeland is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon practicing in Austin, Texas. As the founder of Meridian Plastic Surgery Center, an accredited on-site surgical facility, Dr. Tjelmeland brings over 15 years of dedicated service. He applies a formal, knowledgeable, and meticulous approach to face and body surgery, combining extensive experience and technical skill. His philosophy emphasizes natural balance and sophisticated results that honor each patient's unique anatomy and personal style. For breast augmentation, he focuses on natural proportion and sophisticated symmetry. The practice offers a comprehensive range of procedures, including facelifts, tummy tucks, mommy makeovers, and breast revisions. Non-surgical options include Daxxify, BOTOX® Cosmetic, HA fillers, natural fat injections, microneedling, and laser treatments. The goal for neurotoxins is to soften lines and restore volume while maintaining natural facial expressions, ensuring a refreshed, not "done" look. Dr. Tjelmeland and his team, including injector expert Cindy and aesthetician Erin, customize patient goals and ensure a discreet, precise aesthetic journey. They utilize skincare brands like Revision Skincare, iS Clinical, RescueMD, Silagen, and Alastin Skincare. The greatest reward is seeing patients rediscover their confidence.

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Specialties

  • Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Procedures & Services

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Procedure details

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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. Kelly E. Tjelmeland, 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

Refresh & Firm Package (6 Diamond Glow Treatments)

$1,000

1 patient report

Breast Augmentation

$9,175

1 patient report · 2024

Above typicalTypical in Austin: $5,525–$7,875 (median $6,500, 26 reports) compare ↗

Breast Implant Revision

$14,000

1 patient report · 2024

Above typicalTypical in Austin: $7,775–$13,500 (median $8,500, 7 reports) compare ↗

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Questions, Answers, and Information Directly from Dr. Kelly E. Tjelmeland

Sourced directly from Dr. Kelly E. Tjelmeland's social posts and replies.

Where are surgical procedures performed?
All surgical procedures are performed in Meridian Plastic Surgery, a fully licensed and accredited on-site ambulatory surgery center.
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What is the role and experience of the Physician Assistant, Cynthia?
Cynthia, a Board-Certified Physician Assistant, has over 15 years of experience working alongside Dr. Tjelmeland. She provides sophisticated surgical and clinical care, including advanced injectables like BOTOX® Cosmetic, fillers, resurfacing laser treatments, consults, and specialized post-operative support.
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What services does Erin Burke, the Medical Aesthetician, provide?
Erin Burke is a licensed medical Aesthetician and certified Laser Technician who performs laser treatments, facials, and other skin-related services at Meridian Plastic Surgery Center.
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Does the practice offer free consultations for skincare?
Yes, a free 30-minute consultation is available with Erin Burke, the licensed medical Aesthetician, to develop a customized plan tailored for individual skin needs.
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Does the practice offer both surgical and non-surgical treatments?
Yes, Meridian Plastic Surgery Center has a comprehensive surgical and non-surgical team.
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How does the practice ensure patients are informed?
Patients are fully informed at every stage of their journey, from the initial consultation through the entire healing process.
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Where are neurotoxin treatments performed?
Neurotoxin treatments are performed in the practice's private Westlake Hills office, providing discretion and a high-end experience.
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What does the reFresh & Firm Package include?
The reFresh & Firm Package consists of a series of 6 Diamond Glow Treatments, each infused with TNS® Advanced+ Pro-Infusion Serum (packed with growth factors and peptides to soften wrinkles, firm sagging skin, and enhance texture), an anti-aging mask, and red LED light therapy.
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From Dr. Kelly E. Tjelmeland's Instagram

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Technologies & brands Dr. Kelly E. Tjelmeland mentions

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

InjectablesBotox · 5Daxxify · 2
Skincare techDiamondGlow

Patient Experience

Dr. Kelly E. Tjelmeland Review Summary

4.82
Dr. Tjelmeland has exceptional ratings, averaging 4.8 out of 5 stars across various platforms. He maintains a perfect 5.0 rating from 30 reviews on one platform, a 5/5 on Facebook, and a strong 4.6/5 on Google Reviews. Patients consistently praise his skill and results.

Ratings from Other Platforms

facebook.com

5 out of 5

Based on 9 reviews

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Google Reviews

4.6 out of 5

Based on 27 reviews

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Dr. Kelly E. Tjelmeland, MD - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Austin, Texas

Main Office

4220 Bull Creek Rd, Austin, Texas

(512) 617-7500

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Each service is approximately 60 minutes.

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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)

$216

Payments

2

Compared to peers

Small

Dr. Kelly E. Tjelmeland received $216 across 2 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: (512) 617-7500

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Location & Contact Information

Main Office

4220 Bull Creek Rd

Austin, Texas 78731

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Office Information

Phone: (512) 617-7500

Where does Dr. Kelly E. Tjelmeland practice?

Doctor's Office

Main Office (Primary)

4220 Bull Creek Rd, Austin, Texas 78731

(30 reviews)

Hospital Affiliations

Hospital affiliations unknown

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Education & Experience

Education

Received His Medical Degree

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Fellow Of The American College Of Surgeons (Implied By F.a.c.s.)

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. Kelly E. Tjelmeland online?
The provided information doesn't specify whether online appointment booking is available. Contact the office directly at (512) 200-9672 or visit their website for more information.
Does Dr. Kelly E. Tjelmeland offer telehealth?
The provided information doesn't mention telehealth services. It's best to contact the office directly to inquire about telehealth options.
What do patients have to say about Dr. Kelly E. Tjelmeland?
Patients rave about Dr. Tjelmeland's surgical skills and the positive impact he has had on their lives. Reviews mention successful breast augmentations, facelifts, tummy tucks, and other procedures, with patients highlighting his exceptional care, amazing results, and the overall wonderful experience at his practice. One patient even specifically mentions excision of a basal cell carcinoma, suggesting Dr. Tjelmeland may also address some skin cancer removals.
What areas of care does Dr. Kelly E. Tjelmeland cater to?
Dr. Tjelmeland specializes in a wide range of cosmetic surgery procedures for the face and body. His expertise includes breast augmentation and revision, facelifts, tummy tucks, mommy makeovers, skincare, laser treatments, and facial fillers. He also appears to perform some skin cancer excisions. Dr. Tjelmeland is dedicated to achieving natural balance and sophisticated results that honor the patient's natural anatomy, with a breast augmentation philosophy emphasizing natural proportion and sophisticated symmetry. The practice ensures every body contouring journey is unique, focusing on the patient's individual anatomy to enhance their personal style. They believe aesthetic excellence should be as unique as the individual seeking it, offering a sophisticated approach to care that adapts and evolves with the patient over time. The practice offers a wide range of advanced, non-surgical options, focusing on restoring volume and smoothing contours with precision. For BOTOX® Cosmetic, the goal is a refreshed look, not 'done', achieved by softening fine lines while maintaining natural facial expressions. Dr. Tjelmeland and his advanced aesthetic specialists, including injector expert Cindy, apply a formal and knowledgeable approach to every personalized consultation and injection, ensuring technical precision and sophisticated outcomes. Meridian Plastic Surgery Center fosters an environment where sophisticated care meets compassionate understanding. They are committed to providing formal, knowledgeable care, ensuring the aesthetic journey is handled with the highest level of professional discretion and clinical mastery. The 'Meridian Advantage' ensures patient care is discreet and precise, with a strong commitment to patient safety. Patients will experience a formal, knowledgeable environment tailored to their specific anatomy and lifestyle within the surgical center, supported by a team with unmatched expertise. The practice also utilizes and recommends specific skincare brands including Revision Skincare, iS Clinical, RescueMD, Silagen, and Alastin Skincare.