Estate Planning for Plastic Surgeons

Plastic surgeons often build wealth that's closely tied to their own name and hands. A solo aesthetic practice, an accredited office surgery suite, a med spa, and the building they sit in can all depend on one surgeon. If that surgeon can't operate, the practice can lose value quickly. A thoughtful estate plan helps protect your family and gives someone the authority to act. Physician Planning Partners is an introduction service. We connect plastic surgeons with independent estate planning attorneys we select to partner with.

Why estate planning looks different for plastic surgeons

• A practice built around one surgeon. Many aesthetic practices are solo or surgeon-branded, so incapacity planning and a plan for patients in mid-treatment matter.
• Liability exposure. Elective surgery carries malpractice risk. An attorney can explain how asset protection, insurance, and how you title your assets fit together under your state's law.
• Multiple entities. A practice, surgery suite, med spa, and real estate company may each need their own transfer instructions.
• Valuable personal brand. Your website, domain, social accounts, and before-and-after image library can be real business assets.

Topics an estate attorney may review

1. Wills, revocable trusts, and guardianship for minor children.
2. Durable powers of attorney that cover the business, not just personal accounts.
3. Buy-sell or continuity arrangements with another surgeon.
4. Beneficiary designations on retirement plans and insurance.
5. How business interests and real estate are titled.

Only a licensed attorney can advise on your situation, and state law varies. The attorney we introduce works for you, not for Physician Planning Partners.

Continuity planning for your patients

Ask an attorney how your plan would cover patients with scheduled surgeries, collected deposits, and post-op care if you couldn't work. A plan, often paired with a coverage agreement with a colleague, can protect patients and the value of your practice.

How the introduction works

1. Tell us about your family, practice structure, and existing documents.
2. We suggest an independent estate planning attorney we partner with.
3. You meet them directly and decide whether to engage.

Frequently asked questions

Do you draft wills or trusts?

No. Physician Planning Partners isn't a law firm. The attorneys we introduce do that work under their own license.

Can estate planning protect assets from malpractice claims?

Some strategies may help, depending on your state, but rules and limits vary. Ask an attorney what applies to you.

What happens to my practice if I'm disabled?

Without a plan, it can be unclear who has authority. An attorney can set up documents that name someone to manage the business.

Is there a cost for the introduction?

No. You pay the attorney directly if you engage them. We may receive compensation from partner businesses.

Physician Planning Partners is an introduction service, not a law firm, and this page is general information, not legal advice. See our disclaimer.