Dr. Rick L. Paulson, MD | Bismarck, ND | Plastic Surgeon

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Rick Paulson is a physician with the Aesthetic Center of Plastic Surgery, PC. Dr. Paulson specializes in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Hand Surgery. He received his medical degree from the University of North Dakota in Grand Forks in 1988, and completed internship and residency programs from the University of Florida, the University of Kansas, and the University of Missouri Columbia.

Dr. Paulson is Board Certified from the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is a current member of the American College of Surgeons, the American Military Medical Society of the United States, the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, the Lipoplasty Society and the University of North Dakota School of Medicine Alumni Association. He is presently the Wound Care Director for SCCI Hospital in Mandan, ND, and the Clinical Instructor for the Surgery Department at the UND School of Medicine.

accepting new patients
3.7

19 Ratings
38 years of experience
speaks English
University Hospital
9 written reviews
1 specialty
6 areas of expertise
1 board certification
2 hospital affiliations
6 office locations
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Terrible bedside manners Terrible results. 1.5 yrs post op need to get a revision to the surgery he botched. Take your noney elsewhere

November 17th, 2022

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Trilled with my results. Would use him 1,000 times over. I have many friends who have gotten the same surgery and weren't happy but Dr. Paulson is an amazing Doctor! Would recommend him to anyone. Great reception/nursing staff too

October 17th, 2016

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he was a horrible doctor. before surgery he was great after surgery he was HORRIBLE i do not recommend

March 1st, 2015

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Unprofessional and ill trained to say the least. A portion of my treatment ran down my cheek. A costly mistake on my wallet!

January 13th, 2015

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Recently, I received a procedure by Dr. Paulson with the support of his superior staff. This experience was completely satisfying and I am so thrilled with the outcome. At the beginning, I was skeptical and concerned about the process and procedure; however, Dr. Paulson answered my questions and provided me great comfort and support by being so personable and patient with answering my questions. My daughters were very supportive as well as we continued through the process to very successful results with the help of Dr. Paulson and his staffâ?¦we highly recommend Aesthetic Center!

December 28th, 2013

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My office, clinical and surgical experiences were very pleasurable at Dr. Paulson's facility. From the initial consult to the last post-op visit, Dr. Paulson and his staff were very accommodating and friendly. I am extremely pleased with the outcome of my breast augmentation and would highly recommend Dr. Paulson and the Aesthetic Center of Plastic Surgery.

September 16th, 2013

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Dr Paulson and his staff are awesome. I have had 2 procedures done and have had an excellent experience both times. I highly recommend them.

March 4th, 2013

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From my very recent experience, I can attest to the fact that Dr. Rick Paulson has excellent plastic surgical skills - the phrase 'artist with skin' came to mind after he performed my surgery. How he could do as much work as he did on my abdomen and only leave a thin and faint scar (and a strategically placed one :-) was really quite something. I was very pleased with my results.

February 13th, 2013

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I had the removal of Saline breast implants that I had in for 20 years. Dr. Paulsen was great with the initial consultation. He listed to what I wanted and gave me the pros and cons of both Silicone and Saline implants. I chose Silicone due to the research that I did and the more natural feel that they would have. My surgery was amazing. I had very little pain when recovering; it felt like I had been lifting too many weights at the gym. When I woke up, I could feel the immediate difference, my new implants felt as if they were actually a part of me. Dr. Paulsen did an amazing job! It has been 9 months and I could not be happier with my results.

May 2nd, 2012

Aesthetic Center Of Plastic Surgery Pc

115 W Century Ave Ste BBismarck, ND 58503

Tel: (701) 255-3311

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Chi Saint Alexius Health Dickinson Medical Center

2500 Fairway StDickinson, ND 58601

Tel: (701) 456-4000

Aesthetic Center Of Plastic Surgery Pc

305 37TH AVE SW STE BMINOT, ND 58701

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Aesthetic Center Of Plastic Surgery Pc

745 State AveDickinson, ND 58601

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Trinity Hospital

2305 37th Ave SwMinot, ND 58701

Tel: (701) 857-5000

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115 W Century Ave Ste BBismarck, ND 58503

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Dr. Rick L Paulson, MD	Dr. Mario Carlos Rivera Bernuy, MD	Dr. David Vincent Martini, MD	Dr. Andrew Mills, MD
Plastic Surgery	Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism	Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery	Plastic Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.7 (19 Ratings)	4.7 (14 Ratings)	4.3 (57 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
38 Years of Experience	15 Years of Experience	37 Years of Experience	11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English
Bismarck , ND	Fosston , MN	Waycross , GA	Bismarck , ND
Med School: University Of North Dakota School Of Medicine & Health Sciences	Med School: Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia Facultad De Medicina Alberto Hurtado	Med School: Hahnemann University School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of North Dakota School Of Medicine & Health Sciences
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Plastic Surgery

Cosmetic Surgery
Dermabrasion
Hair Restoration
Laser Resurfacing
Reconstructive Surgery
Skin Cancer

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, North Dakota, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Hospital

Medical School

University Of North Dakota School Of Medicine & Health SciencesGraduated in 1988

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What languages does Dr. Rick Paulson speak?: Dr. Rick Paulson speaks English.
Does Dr. Rick Paulson accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. Rick Paulson has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Rick Paulson's office located?: Dr. Rick Paulson's office is located at 115 W Century Ave Ste B, Bismarck, ND, 58503.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Rick Paulson affiliated with?: Dr. Rick Paulson is affiliated with Chi Saint Alexius Health Dickinson Medical Center and Trinity Hospital.

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