Dr. Howland now practices at Avant Plastics in South Jordan, the practice he co-founded with Dr. Maglić. Patients who saw him at his previous Draper location can request an appointment at our new office.
Dr. Howland Plastic Surgeon in South Jordan
Nicholas K. Howland
M.D., F.A.C.S. | Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon
Credentials
- Board-certified plastic surgeon
- Fellow, American College of Surgeons
- Published researcher
- Published author
Surgical Specialties
- Mommy Makeover
- Breast Augmentation
- Tummy Tuck
- Liposuction
- Body Contouring After Weight Loss
- Migraine Surgery
- Breast Reduction
Dr. Howland’s Story
Dr. Nicholas K. Howland is a board-certified plastic surgeon, co-founder of Avant Plastics, and host of The Naked Patient Podcast. As a Salt Lake City native, he returned home after completing his surgical training in Texas.
Today, Dr. Howland pairs his surgical expertise with thoughtful, personalized care at Avant Plastics. He takes time to understand each patient’s goals and develop a tailored surgical plan, building lasting relationships rooted in trust.
He co-founded Avant Plastics with Dr. Maglić around a shared vision: two surgeons, one standard, and a legacy built on patient trust. Beyond the operating room, Dr. Howland is a devoted husband, a father of two, and a published author who recently completed his first book.
trained among the best
Education
- B.A., University of Utah, cum laude
- M.D., University of Texas Medical Branch
- Integrated Plastic Surgery Residency, UTMB Galveston
Certifications
- ABPS Board Certified
- ASPS Member
- F.A.C.S.
- Fluent in Russian
Dr. Howland’s Path to Surgery
Dr. Howland’s path to the operating room started early, with 13 years of piano building the manual dexterity that surgeons spend their careers refining. He ventured on a two-year church mission in St. Petersburg where he served the people of Russia, which included proselyting, teaching English, and working as the lead interpreter at the Hermitage. He graduated cum laude from the University of Utah, pairing a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration with minors in chemistry and Russian literature.
From there, Dr. Howland earned early acceptance to medical school at the University of Texas Medical Branch, where he began his foray into plastic surgery research. His strong academic standing later secured him a place in UTMB’s six-year integrated plastic and reconstructive surgery residency, one of the most competitive training programs in medicine. There, he rotated through world-renowned institutions, including M.D. Anderson Cancer Center and Shriners Burn Hospital for Children, while publishing journal articles and book chapters.
That training now serves every patient who chooses Dr. Howland as their plastic surgeon.
Training by the Numbers
The Team Behind Your Results
Dr. Howland works alongside Dr. Maglić and a hand-picked team devoted to exceptional patient experiences. Get to know the people who will know you by name.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Dr. Howland is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and holds memberships in the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the American College of Surgeons.
Request an appointment online or call our South Jordan office. You’ll meet with Dr. Howland, plastic surgeon and co-founder, directly. Your consultation fee applies toward your treatment.
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Experienced, board-certified surgeons guide every step at Avant Plastics, from your first question to your final follow-up. Reach out today and discover skilled, patient-first surgical care.
