John Menezes

John Menezes, MD, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Plastic Surgery at the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine, University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV). As the only fellowship-trained craniofacial surgeon in Las Vegas, he specializes in complex cases involving cleft lip and palate repair, craniosynostosis, microtia reconstruction, and facial trauma, with a focus on multidisciplinary care.

• Fellowship-trained in craniofacial surgery at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
• Leads pediatric plastic surgery missions in the Philippines and plans to involve UNLV medical students
• Manages 50% of his clinical workload in pediatric craniofacial reconstruction

Dr. Menezes emphasizes the importance of standardized craniofacial care in Nevada, advocating for community-driven protocols. His work spans both clinical practice and global outreach, addressing critical surgical needs for infants and children through primary and secondary procedures.

At UNLV Health Plastic Surgery Clinic, Dr. Menezes serves as the sole cleft/craniofacial surgeon, handling cases ranging from congenital deformities to trauma-related reconstructions. He collaborates with multidisciplinary teams at University Medical Center to ensure comprehensive patient management.