The Aqua Difference
David Rankin, MD
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon




A Dedication to Art & Healing
Dr. Rankin is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is one of the top explant doctors in the country. He is also chief of plastic surgery at St. Mary’s Medical Center. After extensive training at some of the nation’s top academic institutions, including Columbia University and the University of Michigan, Dr. Rankin went on to a surgical residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center in Miami Beach. He then completed a full plastic surgery fellowship in his hometown in Michigan where he studied under some of the nation’s most recognized surgeons.
Artistry in Motion
“Practicing both cosmetic and reconstructive surgery gives me the wonderful opportunity to touch people’s lives in a positive manner while embracing my passion of artistry.”
Dr. Rankin’s main focus and passion is breast explant surgery. He performs more than 500 breast explant surgeries each year and is considered one of the best explant surgeons in Florida and the nation. His advanced training, attention to detail and natural artistic skills help him to achieve beautiful results with all his patients.
Dr. Rankin still enjoys performing other cosmetic surgery procedures like face and neck lifts, tummy tucks, liposuction, fat grafting etc. Dr. Rankin also practices cosmetic and reconstructive surgery throughout Palm Beach County and he also provides trauma care for accident victims throughout South Florida.
Dr. Rankin’s passion for all things artistic is also reflected in his hobbies. He is a semi-professional photographer and a lifelong percussionist.
Memberships & Certifications
- Board certification: American Board of Plastic Surgery
- American Medical Association
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons
- Florida Medical Association
- Palm Beach County Medical Society
- Palm Beach County Society of Plastic Surgeons
Book Consultation
- Aqua Plastic Surgery (The Commons at Abacoa)
641 University Blvd #103, Jupiter, FL 33458
Please call (561) 776-2830 to schedule or fill out the form at the bottom of the page.
I am deeply grateful to Dr. Rankin and his incredible team for the exceptional care I received during my explant. From the moment I walked in, they made me feel comfortable, informed, and cared for. Their professionalism and compassion were evident in every detail, and I always felt I was in the best possible hands.
D.G.
Love Dr. Rankin! He did my tummy tuck in May. We're now in October, and I'm doing great. He's a great surgeon. I definitely recommend him to all my friends and all my doctors. His staff is wonderful. The girls are so sweet! I'm going to get liposuction done in November to finish up the great work that he did.
L.N.
One month since my explant surgery with Dr. Rankin, and I couldn't be more thankful. Choosing the right doctor was important to me, and Dr. Rankin and his team exceeded every expectation. Their support made me feel reassured at every step. The results are beyond what I hoped for! I feel free and truly happy.
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