Paul J. Leahy, MD, FACS

Monarch Plastic Surgeon

Dr. Leahy grew up in the Kansas City area and comes from three generations of physicians. He attended Rockhurst High School, and received an undergraduate degree from the University of Kansas and a graduate degree from the University of Missouri-Kansas City. He then completed medical school at the University of Kansas Medical Center and remained there for a six-year residency in plastic surgery. He is married and has two sons.

Maggie has been his exceptional nurse for many years and together they provide care in all aspects of cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery. Cosmetic procedures that are particularly interesting to them include breast augmentation & breast lift, “drainless” tummy tuck & liposuction, and a variety of in-office procedures done under local anesthesia such as eyelid & facial rejuvenation (the Monarch Mini-Facelift).

The reconstructive procedures that they find most rewarding are breast reconstruction after cancer, managing skin cancer defects of the face, and facial fractures. Surgery of the hand is also a part of our practice such as traumatic injuries, carpal tunnel syndrome, and Dupuytren’s disease (contraction of the palm and fingers).

Dr. Leahy is known for having a very personal and comforting style. He will take time to help you understand your problem, along with the pros and cons of each treatment option in order to best meet your goals.

Get to know Dr. Paul Leahy, one of the surgeons at Monarch Plastic Surgery, In this video, he introduces the practice and its mission. He talks about his own passion for plastic surgery and how it makes a positive impact on people’s lives.

Check out a real patient testimonial! This patient had abdominoplasty and liposuction (tummy tuck) with Dr. Leahy and she also happens to be a nurse. She gives her perspective on the entire experience!

Dr. Paul Leahy, one of the surgeons at Monarch Plastic Surgery, discusses the different breast implant technologies. The two common breast implant options include saline-filled and the newer cohesive-silicone filled (aka “gummy bear”) implants. In the fall of 2021, the FDA released a summary of items that all patients considering breast implants should review and discuss with their surgeon. It’s called the “Patient Decision Checklist” (PDC), and here is a version of that document: Sientra PDC

Dr. Leahy explains the pros and cons of each implant, how they’re made, how durable they are, how long they last, and how to determine which one is best for each patient.

Dr. Paul Leahy, one of the surgeons at Monarch Plastic Surgery, discusses the different breast procedures available to patients. He explains the process of each procedure, the procedure’s risk and benefits, patient recovery times, and patient satisfaction.

Certifications and Affiliations:

Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, Active Member
American Society of Plastic Surgeons, Active Member
Kansas City Plastic Surgery Society, President (2012), Treasurer (2011)
Clinical Instructor, University of Kansas School of Medicine – Dept. of Plastic Surgery
Author of peer-reviewed journal articles in: Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Clinics in Plastic Surgery, and The Aesthetic Surgery Journal